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JDR Chicago Harmonica in Db (Des) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Cover

JDR Chicago Harmonica in Db (Des) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Cover

JDR Chicago harmonica in Db (Des), half a tone higher than the standard C. Ten round holes, phosphor bronze reeds, and stainless steel cover plates. Full description
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JDR Chicago Harmonica in Db (Des) Diatonic Blues Harmonica 10 Holes Phosphor Bronze Reeds Stainless Steel Cover

The JDR Chicago harmonica in Db (Des) is a diatonic instrument with 10 round holes, suitable for playing blues, folk, country, rock, and simple folk songs. The key of Db (Des) sounds half a tone higher than a standard C harmonica and is ideal for songs in the key of Db major, commonly found in soul and jazz. The reeds are made from phosphor bronze, a material typically used in quality diatonic harmonicas. The body of the harmonica is made from resin in an orange shade, and the rounded edges provide a comfortable grip in the hands. The top cover plate is embossed with the name Chicago, and above the holes are numbers from 1 to 10, which help you easily navigate when playing from tablature.

The cover plates are made from 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. Compared to the C harmonica, you can play the same melody slightly higher, which is useful when you need to adapt a song to a singer's range or instruments in a band. The harmonica comes in a black zippered case with the JDR logo, allowing you to safely carry it in a backpack, bag, or guitar case.

  • Brand and Model – JDR Chicago
  • Type – Diatonic harmonica
  • Tuning – Blues
  • Key – Db major (Des)
  • Number of Holes – 10
  • Reeds – Phosphor bronze
  • Cover Plates – Stainless steel with numbered holes
  • Body – Resin in an orange shade with round holes
  • Suitable For – Soul and jazz players, singers, and advanced players
  • Contents – 1 JDR Chicago harmonica in Db (Des) and a black zippered case

Before playing, rinse your mouth with clean water to prevent food or sugar residues from getting into the harmonica. After playing, gently shake the harmonica with the holes facing down into your palm to remove moisture, and leave it to dry outside the case for a while. 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 Db (Des) is a compact musical instrument that you can always have on hand during trips, at the cottage, around the campfire, or at band rehearsals. The combination of bronze reeds and resin body gives the instrument a balanced sound both when exhaling and inhaling. In the second position, which blues players most commonly use, it tunes with accompaniment in the key of Ab major (As). The zippered 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