THE BIG CHROMATIC Please read. Chromatic harmonicas are difficult to play. You need to spend a lot of practice time learning to breath into them properly. You also need to learn that they are not the same as a diatonic. They respond differently to our breath pressure and how we approach the instrument. They also have valves which makes them more challenging. 98% of the time when a new player asks to return or complains about a new chromatic instrument, the instrument ends up being perfect. Please do not order this NEW instrument if you have not learned how to play a valved chromatic harmonica.
When it came on the market in 1938, the 64 Chromonica was the first chromatic to boast a range of over four octaves. Thanks to the additional bottom octave, it took the tonal range of the harmonica into registers where it had never before been heard, as well as brought many pieces from the classical repertoire within the reach of the instrument. It also enabled the eerie, deep-toned growl and full chords of amplified chromatic harp which swiftly became an integral part of the blues tradition, a sound which lives on to this day. It defined the industry standard for professional quality 4 octave chromatics and has gone on to inspire generations of players in blues, soul, jazz and classical music. Whether you play alone or in a band, if you’re looking for a real workhorse 64 chromatic it’s still your best bet.

FEATURES
Traditional cover plates
Tradition cover design and embossing

Assembled with screws
Completely assembled with screws for ease of maintenance and easy conversion of slide for left hand use

Plastic comb
Resilient plastic comb ensures reliable performance under all climate conditions

TECHNICAL DETAILS
Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 1.05 mm
Reed plates (surface): brass
Reeds (number, material): 48, brass
Comb (material, color): ABS, black
Comb (finish): ABS
Mouthpiece (surface): brass, nickel-plated
Cover plates: stainless steel
Slide construction: zigzag
Keys: C
Type: chromatic
Tuning: solo tuning
Number of holes: 16
Tonal range: 4 octaves, C3 – D7
Length: 19.3 cm / 7.6"