Hi, D A V I D , QUESTIONS --- Do you believe in "breaking in" in reference to brand new chromatics or disassembling and re-adjusting an imperfect reed or two? And what percentage of brand-new stock chromatics are virtually fully and perfectly playable RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX? In recent years I've found some of the Chinese-made (SWAN, KMISE, FORERUNNER BY EASTOP & EASTOP generally) to be pretty good chromatics, esp. often playing optimally OUT OF THE BOX, although having played the chromatic (as well as diatonic) harmonica for decades, I still am often in the habit of tweaking brand new chromatics I buy. Thanks so very much for your videos and your response busy as you are.
Not sure if this answers your question, but I too open up every single one of my harps and customize the gapping and reed shapes to my liking. It’s the easiest and most effective way to greatly improve the responsiveness and overall playability. On diatonics, I go steps further and flat sand the draw plate to air-tight mate with the comb, and I perform some light embossing to bring out the OD/OB’s.
Are there any chromatics that don’t have the tonic note repeat in holes 4 and 5 ? I think it’s also on holes 8 and 9. Is there a harmonica where this does not occur? If so, that’s the one I want to try.
Q U E S T I O N --- David, to adjust/readjust the reeds on the CX12 DESIGN once the cover, or housing, is removed, unlike traditional chromatics, the slide doesn't stay in place easily and it becomes more than a chore to work on the CX12 reeds. Isn't there a contraption to use to alleviate this painful ordeal? Any advice would be greatly appreciated, and have you - or Brendan Power, et al - considered this problem and that a small gadget that would help CX12 users to more conveniently readjust reeds on the CX12? Thanks in advance, and I'm very grateful for your videos.
This is a really great video! I Wish I had a shred of your talent. Now I’m on the search for a mouth slider for my other harps and have been on the hunt for a used s-48b.
Why mention Kongsheng lyra or easttop in the description of those aren't shown in the video? It's a shame as I was looking forward to seeing how those 2 paired against the others
That Seydel Saxony is just beautiful and rich in sound. I do have only one question though. When would one want an orchestra tuned vs solo tuned harp? What are the advantages of each?
I deal with this extensively in videos on orchestra tuned seydel saxony, essentially the orchestra tuned provides the sweet spot of a 16, like taping first two holes and last two holes of a 16. You can play alot on an orchestra tuned harp in 12 hole package.
Hy guys, please tell me what song is this from 10:08. I really enjoy listening to music and I really like this song. It's so familiar but can't remember which one is. Thanks.
The idea that a given harp is best for a particular genre of music is a misnomer. Harps on my good harp list are Seydel Saxony, Seydel Symphony, Suzuki Gregoire Maret, and at low low cost, the Easttop EAP Performer.
Hi Trent...yes I do. I wrote the book LOVE OF CHROMATIC HARMONICA...TECHNIQUES AND ADVICE FROM THE WORLD'S BEST! (Amazon in paperback and Kindle) and also have many free METHOD videos for you on MASTERSOFHARMONICA.COM- send me an email using contact link up top to discuss lessons.....I also made a grouping of FREE videos "Private lessons with David Kettlewell, lINKS below for you to enjoy... Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #1 breath inst ruclips.net/video/FnmKlsoDqV8/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #2 moving to new note hole positions ruclips.net/video/hkC91cto4ho/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #3 embouchure, starting the note ruclips.net/video/lFDJfAYZxO0/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #4 playing dem low notes ruclips.net/video/SFpsH1jbIT4/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #5 what are the notes on chromatic harmonica ruclips.net/video/ZFKj_Bch9ck/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #6 learn to read music ruclips.net/video/TKHrnRX6Agw/видео.html Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #7 Psychology ruclips.net/video/_KfB0UW4_eQ/видео.html
I have two questions. One, do you sell those sliders you make and if so do you make one for a Echo chromatic harmonica? Two, how did you learn harmonica, by a teacher or books? Thank you so much, Noah.
Hi Noah...I make the Sliders, go to Mastersofharmonica.com...send message via Contact link up top. I learned harmonica by training as a classical singer, performing for over 25 years, studying composing, method, piano, sax, guitar, etc. I wrote the book "Love Of Chromatic Harmonica...Techniques and Advice From The World's Best!" because there was no detailed METHOD book for me to use. I've been working with harmonica about 5 years total. I had private lessons from chromatic harmonica wizard Emile D'Amico.
I actually prefer the tone of the customized Hohner Super 64, over the 64x. Brighter. Of course both were heavily customized to improve tone. Both are superb instruments. I personally play the older black and gold Hohner Super 64x and feel its tone is lovely.
Vintage Hohner 270 when you use it the tone trancends old or modern. In your hand that forgotten chorm harp is priceless,
Thanks! Love the side by side comparison.
I love this guy! What is is doing for harmonica is stellar!
wonderful and explicit review!
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Hi, D A V I D , QUESTIONS --- Do you believe in "breaking in" in reference to brand new chromatics or disassembling and re-adjusting an imperfect reed or two? And what percentage of brand-new stock chromatics are virtually fully and perfectly playable RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX? In recent years I've found some of the Chinese-made (SWAN, KMISE, FORERUNNER BY EASTOP & EASTOP generally) to be pretty good chromatics, esp. often playing optimally OUT OF THE BOX, although having played the chromatic (as well as diatonic) harmonica for decades, I still am often in the habit of tweaking brand new chromatics I buy. Thanks so very much for your videos and your response busy as you are.
Not sure if this answers your question, but I too open up every single one of my harps and customize the gapping and reed shapes to my liking. It’s the easiest and most effective way to greatly improve the responsiveness and overall playability. On diatonics, I go steps further and flat sand the draw plate to air-tight mate with the comb, and I perform some light embossing to bring out the OD/OB’s.
I hope you come back soon we miss you
Are there any chromatics that don’t have the tonic note repeat in holes 4 and 5 ? I think it’s also on holes 8 and 9. Is there a harmonica where this does not occur? If so, that’s the one I want to try.
What do you prefer the suzuki scx 64 or hohner super 64x performance chromatic harmonica
Q U E S T I O N --- David, to adjust/readjust the reeds on the CX12 DESIGN once the cover, or housing, is removed, unlike traditional chromatics, the slide doesn't stay in place easily and it becomes more than a chore to work on the CX12 reeds. Isn't there a contraption to use to alleviate this painful ordeal? Any advice would be greatly appreciated, and have you - or Brendan Power, et al - considered this problem and that a small gadget that would help CX12 users to more conveniently readjust reeds on the CX12? Thanks in advance, and I'm very grateful for your videos.
Do you have a revieuw from the new hohner xpression?
do not
Fabulous!
This is a really great video! I
Wish I had a shred of your talent. Now I’m on the search for a mouth slider for my other harps and have been on the hunt for a used s-48b.
Glad you liked the video Bill.
Why mention Kongsheng lyra or easttop in the description of those aren't shown in the video? It's a shame as I was looking forward to seeing how those 2 paired against the others
I have separate review videos on both
one Seydel?!?
That Seydel Saxony is just beautiful and rich in sound. I do have only one question though. When would one want an orchestra tuned vs solo tuned harp? What are the advantages of each?
I deal with this extensively in videos on orchestra tuned seydel saxony, essentially the orchestra tuned provides the sweet spot of a 16, like taping first two holes and last two holes of a 16. You can play alot on an orchestra tuned harp in 12 hole package.
@@mastersofharmonica6200 Thank you for the explanation
Hy guys, please tell me what song is this from 10:08. I really enjoy listening to music and I really like this song. It's so familiar but can't remember which one is. Thanks.
“Memory” from the musical Cats.
Hi teacher, I hope you are well. For someone who likes to play classical music like Beethoven, which model of Hohner chromatic would you recommend?
The idea that a given harp is best for a particular genre of music is a misnomer. Harps on my good harp list are Seydel Saxony, Seydel Symphony, Suzuki Gregoire Maret, and at low low cost, the Easttop EAP Performer.
@@mastersofharmonica6200 Thank you very much for your answer
@@mastersofharmonica6200 Between mellowtone toots, cx12 gold, and super 64-12, which one would you recommend?
Can u tell me what song is this one ?
Great video!
How does the Suzuki Fabulous 16 compare to any of these?
Most expensive and best
David, do you give lessons via the internet?
Hi Trent...yes I do. I wrote the book LOVE OF CHROMATIC HARMONICA...TECHNIQUES AND ADVICE FROM THE WORLD'S BEST! (Amazon in paperback and Kindle) and also have many free METHOD videos for you on MASTERSOFHARMONICA.COM- send me an email using contact link up top to discuss lessons.....I also made a grouping of FREE videos "Private lessons with David Kettlewell, lINKS below for you to enjoy...
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #1 breath inst
ruclips.net/video/FnmKlsoDqV8/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #2 moving to new note hole positions
ruclips.net/video/hkC91cto4ho/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #3 embouchure, starting the note
ruclips.net/video/lFDJfAYZxO0/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #4 playing dem low notes
ruclips.net/video/SFpsH1jbIT4/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #5 what are the notes on chromatic harmonica
ruclips.net/video/ZFKj_Bch9ck/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #6 learn to read music
ruclips.net/video/TKHrnRX6Agw/видео.html
Private Lessons With David Kettlewell #7 Psychology
ruclips.net/video/_KfB0UW4_eQ/видео.html
QUE MArca es la armónica?
I have two questions. One, do you sell those sliders you make and if so do you make one for a Echo chromatic harmonica? Two, how did you learn harmonica, by a teacher or books?
Thank you so much,
Noah.
Hi Noah...I make the Sliders, go to Mastersofharmonica.com...send message via Contact link up top. I learned harmonica by training as a classical singer, performing for over 25 years, studying composing, method, piano, sax, guitar, etc. I wrote the book "Love Of Chromatic Harmonica...Techniques and Advice From The World's Best!" because there was no detailed METHOD book for me to use. I've been working with harmonica about 5 years total. I had private lessons from chromatic harmonica wizard Emile D'Amico.
Sir!
What is the difference in
super 64
&
Super 64x?
I actually prefer the tone of the customized Hohner Super 64, over the 64x. Brighter. Of course both were heavily customized to improve tone. Both are superb instruments. I personally play the older black and gold Hohner Super 64x and feel its tone is lovely.
@@mastersofharmonica6200
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Thank you very much for reply brother!
Really! I liked your comment.
You’re awesome!!
I hate the diatonic fabulous harmonica , Most expensive and I hate it like hell probably chromatic is different :)