Hohner Marine Band Deluxe Db/Db - 10 Hole

Marine Band Deluxe: The HOHNER Legacy, Modernized for the Stage

Alongside the classic Richter harmonicas, HOHNER develops models designed to meet specific styles and techniques. The Marine Band series is a historic reference, recognizable by its wooden comb and iconic construction. The Marine Band Deluxe retains this sonic signature while introducing modern improvements: better grip, increased volume, and a screwed design that enhances sealing while facilitating maintenance.

For Which Musicians and Styles?

The Hohner Marine Band Deluxe in D-flat (Db) is primarily aimed at intermediate to professional musicians seeking a responsive, reliable, and easy-to-maintain diatonic harmonica. It is ideal for blues (bends, thick attacks, vibratos), as well as folk, country, rock, and pop whenever immediate chords and a very "vocal" playing style are desired.

Sound and Design

Thanks to its Richter tuning and optimized construction, this Marine Band Deluxe offers quick response and good projection, without losing the traditional character of the range. The varnished pearwood body contributes to a pleasant mouthfeel and warm tone, while the 0.9-millimeter brass plates support stable response and clear attack. The screwed stainless steel covers provide better mechanical stability, and the SuperGlide coating on the mouthpiece enhances comfort and smoothness, especially appreciated during fast phrases and effect sequences.

Diatonic or Chromatic

A diatonic harmonica is centered on a key and naturally facilitates chords when blowing and drawing; it also allows for bending certain notes, which gives the typical blues character. A chromatic harmonica provides access to all notes via a dedicated mechanism, often preferred for jazz and classical music. The Marine Band Deluxe is a Richter diatonic in D-flat (Db), perfect for expressive playing, bends, and "roots" colors.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To complete your setup, a harmonica holder (neck holder) is a practical option for playing while singing or accompanying guitar. For routine maintenance, a soft cloth and regular cleaning (drying after playing, storing in the case) will help preserve comfort and the longevity of the parts.

Technical specifications

Tone	D	Color	Brown
Number of holes	10.0000

Type	Diatonic	Covers	Stainless steel
Tuning	Richter	Case	Rigid neoprene with zipper and elastomer loop for belt carrying
Number of reeds	20, with new profile for increased durability and less breakage	Length	10 cm
Body	Pearwood, brown, with light lacquer	Blow, holes 1 to 10	Db4, F4, Ab4, Db5, F5, Ab5, Db6, F6, Ab6, Db7
Mouthpiece coating	SuperGlide lacquer	Draw, holes 1 to 10	Eb4, Ab4, C5, Eb5, F#5, Bb5, C6, Eb6, F#6, Bb6
Plates	Brass, 0.9 millimeters