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JDR Chicago Harmonica in B (Bb) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Covers

JDR Chicago Harmonica in B (Bb) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Covers

The JDR Chicago harmonica in B (Bb) offers a soft and warm sound for blues and jazz. Ten holes, phosphor bronze reeds, and a zip case. Full description
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JDR Chicago Harmonica in B (Bb) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Covers

The JDR Chicago harmonica in B (Bb) is a diatonic instrument with 10 round holes, allowing you to play blues, folk, country, rock, and simple folk songs. The key of B (Bb) sounds lower and softer than the standard harmonica in C, making it a favourite among players who prefer a calmer and warmer sound. The reeds are made of phosphor bronze, a material commonly used in quality diatonic harmonicas. The body of the harmonica is made of resin in an orange shade, and the rounded edges are comfortable to hold in your hands. The top cover plate is embossed with the name Chicago and has numbers from 1 to 10 above the holes, making it easy to navigate when playing from tablature.

The cover plates are made of stainless steel with a shiny silver finish and are attached to the body with small screws. The holes in the resin body are round, which helps accurately hit individual notes. Each hole plays one note when exhaling and another when inhaling, allowing you to produce melodies and chords from this small instrument. The key of B (Bb) is common among wind instruments such as the trumpet, clarinet, or tenor saxophone, making the harmonica suitable for playing with a brass section or in a jazz band. The harmonica comes in a black zip case with the JDR logo, allowing you to carry it safely in your backpack, bag, or guitar case.

  • Brand and Model – JDR Chicago
  • Type – diatonic harmonica
  • Tuning – Blues
  • Key – B major (Bb)
  • Number of Holes – 10
  • Reeds – phosphor bronze
  • Cover Plates – stainless steel with numbered holes
  • Body – resin in orange shade with round holes
  • Suitable for – blues and jazz players as well as members of bands with a brass section
  • Package Contents – 1 JDR Chicago harmonica in B (Bb) and a black zip case

Before playing, rinse your mouth with clean water to prevent food or sugar residues from entering the harmonica. After playing, gently shake the harmonica with the holes facing down into your palm to remove moisture, and let it dry for a while outside the case. Then return it to the case, where it is protected from dust and impacts. Do not soak the instrument in water and wipe the cover plates with a dry soft cloth.

The JDR Chicago harmonica in B (Bb) is a compact musical instrument that you can always have on hand while travelling, at the cottage, around the campfire, or during band practice. The combination of bronze reeds and resin body gives the instrument a balanced sound when exhaling and inhaling. In the second position, which blues players most commonly use, it is tuned to accompany in the key of F major. The zip case protects the harmonica during transport and storage at home. It makes a great gift for musicians, guitarists, and anyone who wants to play blues or folk.

Price incl. VAT €75.94