DIATONIC 1896/20 MARINE BAND 10 HOLES C DO

Hohner DIATONIC 1896/20 MARINE BAND 10 HOLES C DO

Name: DIATONIC 1896/20 MARINE BAND 10 HOLES C DO
Brand: Hohner
SKU: 17592
Price: 35.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (49 reviews)

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What you need to know

The historic "blues sound": traditional HOHNER tuning, lively response, and natural bends for expressive playing.
Legendary Marine Band series: "sandwich" design and immediate sonic identity, highly praised in roots music.
Old-school materials: pearwood comb and brass reeds for a warm and organic tone.
Standard 10-hole key of C: 20 reeds, perfect for riffs, chords, accompaniment, and expressive techniques.

DIATONIC 1896/20 MARINE BAND 10 HOLES C DO

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A HOHNER icon: the Marine Band 1896, foundation of the blues vocabulary

Within the range of HOHNER diatonic harmonicas, the Marine Band 1896 holds a special place: it is a foundational model, associated with traditional blues playing for generations. Produced since 1896, it retains the hallmarks that define its personality: wooden comb, curved covers with side openings, and a tuning designed for the musicality of chords and flexible play. The result: an instrument with a "vintage" character, sought after as much for its history as for the very direct playing feel it provides.

A diatonic in C for learning, accompanying, and playing "roots"

In the key of C, this Marine Band 1896 suits motivated beginners who want to start on an instrument with an authentic feel, intermediate players working on accompaniment and techniques (tongue-blocking, riffs, articulations), and advanced players seeking a traditional tone. It excels in blues (Delta, Chicago, shuffle), but also fits very well in folk, country, rock, and pop whenever easy chords and expressive attack are desired. The 10-hole format is ideal for structuring progress: blow/draw, chords, rhythms, then bends to give voice to phrases.

Warmth of wood, projection of covers: a recognizable sonic signature

The Marine Band 1896 is appreciated for its warm tone, direct projection, and that typical "organic" sensation of harmonicas with a wooden comb. The pearwood (brown tint, lacquered mouthpiece) contributes to comfort and roundness of sound, while the 0.9-millimeter brass plates provide stability and responsiveness to the sound production. The stainless steel covers, curved and open on the sides, promote wide diffusion and a strong presence, equally comfortable acoustically or with microphone amplification. The traditional HOHNER tuning enhances the "old-school" color: rich chords, lively response, and a perfect base for shaping notes with breath and embouchure.

Diatonic or chromatic

A diatonic harmonica is centered on one key (here C): it naturally facilitates chords and rhythmic playing by blowing/drawing, while allowing access to additional notes through bends, essential in blues. Conversely, a chromatic harmonica aims to access all notes via a dedicated mechanism, often favored in jazz and modulating repertoires. The Hohner Marine Band 1896 is indeed a 10-hole diatonic harmonica, designed for expressive playing and blues/roots music.

Technical specifications

Tone	C	Color	Brown
Number of holes	10.0000

Type	Diatonic	Plates	brass, 0.9 millimetre, nailed
Key	C/C	Covers	arched, stainless steel, with side openings, nailed
Number of reeds	20	Length	10 cm
Tuning	traditional HOHNER	Blow	Hole 1 C4, Hole 2 E4, Hole 3 G4, Hole 4 C5, Hole 5 E5, Hole 6 G5, Hole 7 C6, Hole 8 E6, Hole 9 G6, Hole 10 C7
Body	pearwood, brown	Draw	Hole 1 D4, Hole 2 G4, Hole 3 B(H)4, Hole 4 D5, Hole 5 F5, Hole 6 A5, Hole 7 B(H)5, Hole 8 D6, Hole 9 F6, Hole 10 A6
Mouthpiece coating	lacquered pearwood

Customer reviews

What customers say

Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews

This 10-hole diatonic harmonica in C receives overwhelmingly positive feedback. Customers praise its "excellent sound quality" and describe it as "ideal for beginners." Many note it's "easy to use" with "beautiful tonality." Reviewers appreciate the value for price, calling it a "classic" instrument. One customer mentioned initial quality concerns with a defective hole, though replacement was handled efficiently.

Review highlights

“Excellent sound quality and very good value for the price”
“Very nice, sounds great! I recommend without any hesitation!”
“Beautiful harmonica, ideal for beginners and to take everywhere!”

Based on 49 reviews

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Alexandre w.05/08/2009

AMAZING!!!!!! PERFECT DELIVERY!! At breakfast I raised the subject of your delivery speed to my father who did not believe me, a second later the delivery man rang my doorbell at 9 am! and the package very well protected and in very good condition! The harmonica is magical for him! ;) only happiness! thanks woodbrass! ;)
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David C.05/06/2009

Thank you for your shipping notice.
In fact, I already received my harmonica 30 minutes ago...
And I'm going after Pixturi! (more or less accurately, but well, apart from my kid's toy, I had never touched a harmonica in my life...).
I'm going “back to work”!
Congratulations on the quality of your service.
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stephen p.01/06/2011

Thank you so much!!! ordered on Monday at 13:30 received on Wednesday at 9:39!!!! fast, careful what more could you ask for???? Package tracking code received after receiving my harmonica!!! Thanks again to the woodbrass team, I'll be back with my eyes closed
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Françoise J.18/01/2016

The product gives me satisfaction, on the other hand I do not understand the amount of 6.99 euros in shipping costs for a Colissimo shipment (within 24 hours) order from 13/01 after 12 noon shipped on 14/01 but received only on Monday 18/01. Thank you for informing me.
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Entropy01/09/2021

Very good C (C) diatonic harmonica for beginners. The boxes are fine to aim well at the beginning, but the quality is very sufficient and the sound is great for the price paid.
I would highly recommend to start with.
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Questions frequently asked

Is the Hohner Marine Band 1896 C suitable for starting to play blues?

Thanks to its C tuning and 10 holes, this model provides a suitable foundation for motivated beginners. The blow and draw playing facilitates learning chords and rhythms. Bending techniques then allow working on expressive blues phrases.

What sound does the pearwood comb provide?

The brown pearwood comb, combined with a lacquered mouthpiece, delivers the roundness and warmth described for this model. The curved stainless steel covers with side openings promote direct projection.

Is it possible to play bends on this C harmonica?

Bending techniques are accessible on this 10-hole diatonic harmonica and serve to enrich blues phrases.

What are the notes of the Marine Band 1896 in C?

The blow notes range from C4 on hole 1 to C7 on hole 10, with the notes C, E, and G distributed across the instrument. On draw, the notes range from D4 to A6; hole 3 gives B4 and hole 5 F5.