Hohner MELODICA AIRBOARD 37

Hohner and the Melodica: A Classic Born in the 1950s

Invented in the 1950s by Hohner, the melodica established itself as an accessible wind instrument with surprising expressiveness. Its success is explained by a compact format, immediate playability, and true musicality, to the point of being adopted both by music schools and many stage musicians. With the Airboard, Hohner offers a version with a colorful look, designed for modern and mobile playing, while retaining the essentials: a complete instrument that operates solely by breath.

For Which Musician, and In Which Styles?

The Hohner Airboard is aimed at beginners who want an intuitive first instrument, as well as intermediate musicians looking for a practical wind keyboard to take everywhere. It is particularly suited to variety, pop, school music repertoires, but also to creative arrangements in jazz or world music, where breath articulation and dynamics make all the difference.

Sound and Design

On a melodica, expression comes directly from the breath: you modulate the attack, sustain, and intensity of notes for lively and nuanced playing. The 37 keys offer a good range to work on melody, accompaniment, and simple chord progressions, with a familiar "keyboard" feel. Aesthetically, the colorful body gives a strong visual identity, perfect for the stage or for an instrument that is easy to spot in an educational context. The flexible articulated mouthpiece improves comfort: it helps find a stable playing position whether sitting, standing, or on the move.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To protect your instrument and facilitate transport, the included padded travel case is a real plus, with its adjustable handle and practical external pocket for carrying sheet music and small accessories.

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