Hohner DIATONIC 532/20 MS BLUES HARP 10 HOLES B SI

A "Blues Harp" Reference: Hohner's DNA Between Tradition and Modular System

For decades, Hohner has established itself as an iconic harmonica brand, and the Blues Harp is one of its most recognizable models. Associated with the rough and expressive aesthetic of the blues, it helped popularize this "biting" and plaintive tone that has become a standard both on stage and in the studio. This version is part of the MS Series (Modular System), a concept designed for maintenance and customization: the MS range elements are designed to be interchangeable, allowing you to adapt the playing feel and sound character to your style.

For Which Musician and Styles?

In B, this Blues Harp is particularly suitable for guitarists and harmonica players who want an expressive tone for riffs, repetitive phrases, and "train" style playing. It is very well suited for beginners who want a branded instrument with real personality, and for intermediate players working on bends, attack, and dynamics. It is an excellent choice for blues, rock, folk, country, and pop music, wherever a lively phrasing, immediate chords, and good presence in the mix are sought.

Sound and Design

The doussie wood comb (brown) contributes to the model's "organic" feel and provides a pleasant response under the lips. The 0.9 millimeter brass plates offer stability and good durability, while the stainless steel covers promote clear projection and a robust feel in the hand. The Richter tuning facilitates chord playing by blowing and drawing, and the reed layout allows working on bent notes to achieve the plaintive character typical of the blues. The lacquered doussie wood mouthpiece maintains a natural touch while helping to limit moisture absorption on contact.

Diatonic or Chromatic

A diatonic harmonica is built around a given key (here B ) and prioritizes quick access to chords and expressive effects like bends, highly valued in blues, rock, and folk. In contrast, a chromatic harmonica provides access to all notes via a mechanism (often a button), making it more versatile for jazz or classical music. The Hohner Blues Harp is indeed a 10-hole diatonic : perfect if you are looking for a direct, lively instrument tailored for expression.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To protect your instrument daily, a 10-hole harmonica protective case is a safe and practical choice (for transport, dust, shocks). A neck holder for 10-hole diatonic harmonica can also be very useful if you play another instrument simultaneously (guitar, for example).

Technical specifications

Tone	B	Color	Brown
Number of holes	10.0000

Type	Diatonic	Plates	brass, 0.9 mm thick
Tuning	Richter	Covers	stainless steel, without side openings
Number of reeds	20	Length	10.2 cm
Key	B	Blow	1 B3, 2 Eb4, 3 F#4, 4 B4, 5 Eb5, 6 F#5, 7 B5, 8 Eb6, 9 F#6, 10 B6
Body	Doussie wood, brown	Draw	1 C#4, 2 F#4, 3 Bb4, 4 C#5, 5 E5, 6 Ab5, 7 Bb5, 8 C#6, 9 E6, 10 Ab6
Mouthpiece coating	Doussie wood, lacquered