Hohner
Hohner Big River Harp Harmonica, Key of B
Hohner Big River diatonic harmonica in B: an F sharp chord on the draw for blues, and a plastic comb that shrugs off moisture.
The Hohner Big River Harp in B is a 10-hole diatonic harmonica for playing in B and, in 2nd position, in F sharp. It is the key you look for when the guitar plays a blues in F sharp.
What sets it apart
- Blues in F sharp: the draw chord on holes 1 to 4
- Hole 1 blow on B3, in the middle of the low register
- Tough plastic comb, reliable in any climate
- Hohner labels it B(H): B, written H in Germany
B and F sharp
Hohner's chart gives B, E flat and F sharp on the blow: a B major chord, more often spelled with a D sharp. Drawing on the first four holes, D flat, F sharp, B flat and D flat make up the F sharp chord that the blues is played over.
The comb is ABS, a plastic that does not swell with moisture: Hohner calls it reliable in all climate conditions. Among its 12 standard keys, B comes fifth counting up from the lowest.
Specifications
| Key | B, labelled B(H) by Hohner |
|---|---|
| Hole 1 blow | B3, 5th of the 12 keys counting from the lowest |
| Comb | Black ABS plastic |
| Blow, holes 1 to 10 | B3, Eb4, F#4, B4, Eb5, F#5, B5, Eb6, F#6, B6 |
| Length | 10.5 cm, 3 octaves |
| Draw, holes 1 to 10 | Db4, F#4, Bb4, Db5, E5, Ab5, Bb5, Db6, E6, Ab6 |
What it's for
- Blues in F sharp, in 2nd position
- Melodies in B, in 1st position
- Playing in damp weather without worrying about a swollen comb
Compared with other manufacturers
B is also offered by these manufacturers:
| Manufacturer | Model | Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Oskar | Major Diatonic | Available in 18 keys |
| Hohner | Big River Harp in B | F sharp in 2nd position |
| Suzuki | Bluesmaster MR-250 | Phosphor bronze reeds |
| Seydel | Session Steel | Stainless steel reeds |
Frequently asked questions
- Does Hohner make a harmonica in B?
- Yes: B is one of the Big River Harp's 12 standard keys. Hohner writes it B(H).
- What harmonica do you need for a song in B?
- For a melody in B, this one in 1st position. For a blues in B, reach for an E harp in 2nd position instead.
- Big River Harp or Marine Band?
- The Big River has a black ABS comb that won't swell; the Marine Band 1896 has a pearwood comb. Both use 0.9 mm brass reeds.
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