Hohner DIATONIC 364/24/9 MARINE BAND SOLOIST 12 HOLES C DO
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Marine Band: A Legendary Series in the Hohner Universe
Alongside standard Richter harmonicas, Hohner has developed specialized models suited to specific techniques and aesthetics. The Marine Band series has established itself as a benchmark thanks to its sonic identity and iconic construction, long associated with harmonicas featuring a wooden comb. The Marine Band 364/24 Soloist follows this tradition, with a focus on melody and extended range.
Who Is the Marine Band 364/24 Soloist For?
This model is particularly suitable for intermediate to advanced harmonica players seeking a more "singing" and structured diatonic for solo playing, melodies, themes, and light accompaniment. It naturally fits in blues (for phrasing and expressiveness), but also in folk, country, and pop when a comfortable range on a C diatonic is desired.
Sound and Design
The pearwood body contributes to a traditional playing feel and a pleasant mouthpiece touch, while the 0.9-millimeter brass plates promote solid response and good stability during play. With its 12 holes and Solo tuning, the 364/24 emphasizes register homogeneity and note clarity to develop smooth melodic playing, with clear projection and precise articulation.
Diatonic or Chromatic
A diatonic harmonica is designed around a specific key (here C ): it offers a very natural note and chord layout in blow/draw, ideal for popular styles like blues, folk, or country. Thanks to the interaction of blow and draw reeds, it also allows for bends on certain notes, typical of blues. Conversely, a chromatic harmonica provides access to all notes via a mechanism (often a slide button). The Hohner Marine Band 364/24 Soloist is indeed a diatonic, designed for musicality and expressiveness within a controlled key.
Technical specifications
| Tone | C |
| Number of holes | 12.0000 |
| Color | Red |
| Type | Diatonic |
| Tuning | Solo |
| Key | C |
| Body | Pearwood, red |
| Mouthpiece coating | Pearwood |
| Plates | Brass |
| Plate thickness | 0.9 millimeters |
| Attachment | Nailed plates |
| Covers | Stainless steel |
| Length | 13.7 cm |
| Ranges (blow/draw per hole) | Hole 1 (C4 / D4), Hole 2 (E4 / F4), Hole 3 (G4 / A4), Hole 4 (C5 / B4), Hole 5 (C5 / D5), Hole 6 (E5 / F5), Hole 7 (G5 / A5), Hole 8 (C6 / B5), Hole 9 (C6 / D6), Hole 10 (E6 / F6), Hole 11 (G6 / A6), Hole 12 (C7 / B6) |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Hohner Marine Band 364/24 Soloist diatonic or chromatic?
This model is a diatonic harmonica in C, without a chromatic slide mechanism. Its Solo tuning arranges the notes across 12 holes to prioritize melodic playing.
What is the range of the Marine Band Soloist 12-hole in C?
The range extends from C4 to C7 blow, and from D4 to B6 draw depending on the holes. The 12 holes thus offer a wider range than a compact diatonic.
Is this harmonica suitable for playing melodies?
The Solo tuning distributes a C scale evenly across the instrument, making note reading and phrase transitions easier. It is suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking structured solo playing. The 12-hole format allows for melodies spanning several octaves.
What materials are used for the comb and reed plates?
The comb at the mouthpiece is made of pearwood. The reed plates are made of 0.9 mm brass and are nailed in place, while the covers are stainless steel.
Can bends be played on this C harmonica?
Both draw and blow notes allow for bends on certain notes, depending on the technique used. This expressiveness is particularly suited to the phrasing desired in blues.
