Hohner Blues Harp Db/Db - 10 Hole

Blues Harp: A Classic HOHNER in the MS Series

In the world of diatonic harmonicas, the Hohner Blues Harp has established itself as an essential reference, associated for decades with the "little devil's music" beloved by blues. HOHNER builds on this iconic model and offers it in the MS (Modular System) range, a design approach where series components are intended to be replaced and combined to tailor the instrument to your playing preferences and maintenance needs.

For Which Musicians and Styles?

This Blues Harp MS is especially suited for beginners seeking a characterful and motivating instrument, as well as intermediate players looking for a responsive diatonic to work on positioning, articulation, and bending. Its Richter tuning naturally favors blow/draw chords and fits perfectly within blues, rock, country, folk, and pop styles.

Sound and Design

The tone of the Blues Harp MS stands out with a warm and "organic" identity, supported by a doussie wood body (brown finish) and a lacquered mouthpiece for a smoother feel in the mouth. The 0.9-millimeter brass reeds contribute to the stability and precision of the 20 reeds, while the stainless steel covers ensure durability and comfortable grip. The instrument remains compact (10.2 cm) and pleasant to play over time, with a sound suited to both sharp attacks and sustained notes.

Diatonic or Chromatic?

A diatonic harmonica is designed around a specific key (here Db / D-flat ) and a layout that facilitates chords and accompaniment, while allowing certain missing notes through bending, a hallmark of blues. Conversely, a chromatic harmonica provides access to all notes (via a dedicated system), often favored for jazz, classical, or highly modulating lines. This model is indeed a diatonic with Richter tuning.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To protect your instrument daily, a universal case for 10-hole diatonic harmonicas and a soft cloth (to wipe covers and mouthpiece after playing) are simple and relevant choices that do not alter playing feel.

Technical specifications

Tone	D	Color	Brown
Number of holes	10.0000

Type	Diatonic	Hole 3	Blow Ab4 / Draw C5
Tuning	Richter	Hole 4	Blow Db5 / Draw Eb5
Key	Db / D-flat	Hole 5	Blow F5 / Draw F#5
Body	Doussie wood, brown	Hole 6	Blow Ab5 / Draw Bb5
Mouthpiece coating	Lacquered doussie wood	Hole 7	Blow Db6 / Draw C6
Length	10.2 cm	Hole 8	Blow F6 / Draw Eb6
Hole 1	Blow Db4 / Draw Eb4	Hole 9	Blow Ab6 / Draw F#6
Hole 2	Blow F4 / Draw Ab4	Hole 10	Blow Db7 / Draw Bb6