{"product_id":"hohner-hard-bopper-c-do-12-trous-24091","title":"CHROMATIC 7539\/48 HARD BOPPER 12 HOLES C DO","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA Harmonica Born from a Revolution... and a Jazz Legend\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHohner made history by inventing the chromatic harmonica in \u003cstrong\u003e1912\u003c\/strong\u003e, paving the way for truly complete playing by allowing all tones and semitones to be played. The \u003cstrong\u003eToots Hard Bopper\u003c\/strong\u003e continues this tradition within the \u003cstrong\u003eArtist Series\u003c\/strong\u003e : instruments developed in collaboration with iconic harmonica players, designed to reflect their musical demands. Here, the spirit of Toots Thielemans is found in a chromatic harmonica oriented towards \"stage\" use: expressive, precise, and tailored for singing phrases, between lyricism and jazz articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFor Whom and in Which Styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hohner Toots Hard Bopper is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e musicians who want a responsive chromatic harmonica capable of subtle nuances as well as strong attacks. Tuned in \u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides an ideal foundation for \u003cstrong\u003ejazz\u003c\/strong\u003e (bop, hard bop, ballads), but also for \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e, film music, and even \u003cstrong\u003erock\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eblues\u003c\/strong\u003e when a denser timbre and marked presence are sought. The short-stroke slide facilitates fast passages and the chromatic runs typical of modern phrasing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSound and Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003epearwood body\u003c\/strong\u003e (brown tint) offers a warm feel in hand and contributes to an organic response while maintaining good stability. The \u003cstrong\u003e1.2 mm brass reeds\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance projection and sound sustain, with a clear attack and a wide dynamic range: useful for standing out in an ensemble or carrying a lead theme. The \u003cstrong\u003echrome-plated and engraved brass covers\u003c\/strong\u003e (with \"Toots\" signature) refine the aesthetics while contributing to clear sound diffusion. The \u003cstrong\u003enickel mouthpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e favors smoothness and comfort, and the \u003cstrong\u003estraight slide system\u003c\/strong\u003e with shortened action facilitates quick transitions between \"slide out\" and \"slide in\" positions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDiatonic or Chromatic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ediatonic\u003c\/strong\u003e harmonica is centered on one key (very popular in blues, folk, country) and relies on techniques to extend the available notes. A \u003cstrong\u003echromatic\u003c\/strong\u003e harmonica, on the other hand, provides access to \u003cstrong\u003eall notes\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to the slide, making it particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003ejazz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eclassical\u003c\/strong\u003e, and modulating repertoires. The Hohner \u003cstrong\u003eHard Bopper\u003c\/strong\u003e is indeed a \u003cstrong\u003echromatic\u003c\/strong\u003e : it is designed to naturally play the full scale across a wide range.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRecommended Compatible Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs it comes in a \u003cstrong\u003ehard case\u003c\/strong\u003e, the essentials for transport are already covered. For regular maintenance, a \u003cstrong\u003esoft cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e (microfiber) and careful drying after playing will help preserve the mouthpiece and covers, especially with intensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eC\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e12.0000\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eChromatic\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHard Bopper\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eC\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePearwood, Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003echrome-plated and engraved brass (\u0026quot;Toots\u0026quot; signature)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlide system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eStraight, shortened slide action\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMouthpiece coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eNickel\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e15.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlide Out (slide released)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHole 1 = blow C4 \/ draw D4; Slide In (slide pressed): blow Db4 \/ draw Eb4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlide Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHole 2 = blow E4 \/ draw F4; Slide In: blow F4 \/ draw F#4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hohner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54334322573587,"sku":"24091","price":252.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/2f54a9fa977a7038eb00f07590c07610b59dd016_HOHNER_HARD_BOPPER.jpg?v=1787390895","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/hohner-chromatic-7539-48-hard-bopper-12-holes-c-do-24091","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}