Suzuki
Suzuki Folkmaster (1072)
10-hole diatonicPrice tier: Budget
Suzuki's traditional-style budget diatonic with a sculpted metal cover, sold with a hard case.
Facts
| Type | 10-hole diatonic |
|---|---|
| Reeds | Phosphor bronze |
| Comb | ABS plastic |
| Covers | Stainless steel |
| Keys | C, G, A, D, E, F, Bb, B, F#, Eb, Ab, Db |
| Price tier | $ Budget (under about $40) |
- Comes with a hard carrying case
Who it suits
- First-time players who want to spend as little as possible
- Trying the harmonica before buying a mid-range model
Pros and cons
Pros
- One of the cheapest full-size diatonics from a major maker
- Hard case included
- Sold in all 12 keys
Cons
- Only the 12 standard keys, no high or low variants
- Traditional sculpted covers rather than a smooth recessed mouthpiece
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 Folkmaster (1072) in C to start.
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- What keys does the Suzuki Folkmaster (1072) come in?
- The maker lists: C, G, A, D, E, F, Bb, B, F#, Eb, Ab, Db.
- What is the Suzuki Folkmaster (1072)'s comb made of?
- ABS plastic.
- Can I play HarmoniTabs tabs on the Suzuki Folkmaster (1072)?
- 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.