C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic F#

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C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic F#

C.A. Seydel Söhne

1847 Classic F#

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 465138
Model: 1847 Classic F#
Price: $86.90

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The '1847 Classic' is a seriously well-made harmonica, especially if you’re digging that classic blues sound. The stainless steel reeds give it a real bite and a surprising amount of projection. This is a great choice for blues, folk, and rock players who want a reliable and responsive instrument.

Product Description

  • C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic F#
  • Harmonica
  • Tuning: F#
  • "1847" Classic blues model
  • Standard Richter tuning
  • The first range of Richter-diatonic harmonicas with stainless steel reeds to be produced
  • Full
  • loud and overtone-rich sound with an easy and fast response
  • Tuning stability and extremely durabable even with heavy duty playing
  • Less air leakage thanks to the finely cut reedplates
  • Optimised flatness and extremely small tolerances between reeds and reed plates
  • Moisture-proof
  • swelling-free comb made of maple
  • sealed with multiple layers of food-safe finish
  • Includes a case and a microfibre cleaning cloth
PROS
  • • Stainless steel reeds offer exceptional durability and a bright tone.
  • • Maple comb with food-safe sealing resists moisture and swelling.
  • • Finely cut reedplates minimize air leakage, improving response.
  • • Solid build quality ensures long-term reliability even with heavy use.
CONS
  • • F# tuning limits versatility for players needing common keys.
  • • The stainless steel reeds can feel a little 'stiffer' initially.
  • • While durable, the maple comb finish can be susceptible to scratches.

Product Video

Key Features

Key F#
Holes 10
Reeds Stainless Steel
Cover Material Brass
Comb Material Maple
Weight Approximately 7 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stainless steel offers a brighter, more modern tone with a quicker response, lacking some of the warmer, 'vintage' character of brass.
Yes, the food-safe finish on the maple comb is relatively soft and can show scratches with regular use, though it doesn't impact the harmonica’s performance.
Seydel’s meticulous manufacturing results in significantly better tuning stability, holding its pitch more consistently even with aggressive playing.

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