Hohner Special 20 Harmonica, Key of D
The Hohner Special 20 in D is a 10-hole diatonic harmonica with a black plastic comb that is easy to keep clean. In D, it plays tunes in D and blues in A, in 2nd position.
What sets it apart
- Plays blues in A, in 2nd position
- D4 on hole 1 blow
- ABS comb that can be washed in lukewarm water
- Brass plates, stainless steel covers
A D, and a harp you can wash
In D, eighth of the 12 standard keys counting up from the lowest, hole 1 blow gives D4. On the draw, the first four holes stack up E, A, C sharp and E, an A chord that underpins blues in A, in 2nd position. Songs in D are played in 1st position.
The Special 20 comb is black ABS. Hohner's FAQ allows plastic-comb harmonicas to be rinsed carefully in lukewarm water, and the brand also offers a dedicated cleaning liquid. Hohner further suggests rinsing your mouth before playing, to keep the channels clean for longer.
Specifications
| Key | D |
|---|---|
| Hole 1 blow | D4 |
| Comb | Black ABS |
| Blues in 2nd position | A |
| Plates | Brass, 0.9 mm |
| Covers | Stainless steel |
What it's for
- Backing a guitarist's blues in A
- Folk songs in D
- Daily practice at home
Compared with other manufacturers
In D, other diatonic makers:
| Manufacturer | Model | Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Hohner | Special 20 in D | Washable ABS comb |
| Suzuki | Bluesmaster MR-250 | 12 major keys |
| Lee Oskar | Major Diatonic | Replaceable reed plates |
| Seydel | 1847 CLASSIC | Sealed maple comb |
Frequently asked questions
- How do you clean a Special 20?
- Tap it out after each session and wipe it down. Because its comb is plastic, it can also be washed gently in lukewarm water; Hohner sells a dedicated cleaning liquid.
- Special 20 in D: which blues key?
- Blues in A, in 2nd position: the A chord sits on the draw of holes 1 to 4.
- What music is a D harmonica for?
- Songs in D, played in 1st position, and blues in A, played in 2nd position.
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