Hohner
Hohner Golden Melody
10-hole diatonicPrice tier: Mid-range
A plastic-comb diatonic tuned in equal temperament, so single-note melodies sound in tune with piano and guitar.
Facts
| Type | 10-hole diatonic |
|---|---|
| Reeds | 20, brass |
| Comb | ABS plastic |
| Reed plates | Brass, 0.9 mm |
| Covers | Stainless steel, held by two Torx screws |
| Tuning | Richter, equal temperament |
| Keys | C, Db, D, Eb, E, F, F#, G, Ab, A, Bb, B |
| Price tier | $$ Mid-range (about $40 to $70) |
Who it suits
- Melody players (pop, folk, jazz tunes)
- Players who play with piano or keyboard
Pros and cons
Pros
- Equal temperament: melodies sit in tune with other instruments
- Plastic comb: no swelling
- Sold in all 12 keys
Cons
- Equal temperament makes chords sound less smooth than a Marine Band-style tuning
- No high or low key variants listed
What it plays on HarmoniTabs
Every tab on HarmoniTabs is written for a 10-hole diatonic like this one, and names the key it needs. Most are for a C harmonica: get the Golden Melody in C to start.
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Questions
- What keys does the Hohner Golden Melody come in?
- The maker lists: C, Db, D, Eb, E, F, F#, G, Ab, A, Bb, B.
- What is the Hohner Golden Melody's comb made of?
- ABS plastic.
- Can I play HarmoniTabs tabs on the Hohner Golden Melody?
- Yes. It is a 10-hole diatonic, the harmonica our tabs are written for. Get the key each tab names; most are for C.
Sources
Price tiers are approximate US street prices, checked October 2026; prices change, so check the store. Facts we could not confirm with the maker are left out.