I want to but one nice harmonica... im a beginner so which key should i buy?

Answer 1

Always room for controversy- I say if you can afford it, go with the Lee Oskar. As the saying goes- buy quality and only cry once. I played Hohners for years and they are the benchmark, but I prefer my Oskars. Also, I recommend that if you have only one harp, get it in A. Most blues jams seem to be in E, so A will give you crossharp tuning. Ideally, get a C as well, for basic noodling. Welcome to the club, and blow your face out!

Answer 2

Hohner would be your best buy, no doubt. These instruments are sturdy, long lasting and can take the beginners hard use, easily. Also they don't de-tune easily. Yep, they are a bit pricey in the mid and higher ranges, but you should do well with even the simple diatonic 'Silver Star', which should not cost you more than US$ 15.

That said, the key of the instrument is not important, at this stage. Once you are able to play, you will realise which key you need the instrument in, since you will be playing either with some accompaniment or vocal. If you do have some form of accompaniment, then you might need to change the key. If, on the other hand, you are playing alone, the key will not matter.

Most of the Harmonicas are in the basic key of 'C', which happens to be the most common key. You can, of course, get the instrument in most keys.

The choice really, is entirely yours !!

Have a great time.

Answer 3

Hey,

First, I wouldn't buy anything but a Hohner. (Lee Oskars are great, but not for beginners).
Second, I would but either a Special 20, or a Pro Harp, they have looser reeds than a Marine Band or Blues Harp.
Third, I would get an A, D, or C. They are easier to play and/or will accompany the most tunes on guitar.

Good Luck :)

Answer 4

Key Of C, stay away from wooden harmonicas. I play Hohner Special 20s.

Answer 5

Well if you are buying it to play along with the blues, I would suggest buying an A harp, lots of blues songs in the key of E and the A harp will fit nicely.

Answer 6

You should buy a good harmonica then practise what your teacher teaches you everyday! then, firstly, you would not waste your money buying the best grade and secondly, you would not waste your money paying your teacher for teaching you how to play harmonica!

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Key of "C" is most common, and a good key. Using cross-harp techniques you can play any blues in the key of G

Answer 9

Well if you buy a G then you can play in A to a guitar.

Answer 10

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