C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic Low Db

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C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic Low Db

C.A. Seydel Söhne

1847 Classic Low Db

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 224120
Model: 1847 Classic Low Db
Price: $86.90

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The '1847 Classic Low Db' is a serious instrument for blues, roots, and rock players seeking a responsive, durable, and rich tone. Seydel's commitment to precise manufacturing really shines here, providing a comfortable feel and reliable performance—a great choice for intermediate to advanced players.

Product Description

  • C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Classic Low Db
  • Harmonica
  • Tuning: Low Db
  • "1847" Classic Blues Model
  • Richter system
  • The first series produced Richter harmonica with stainless steel reeds
  • A light and fast tone response creates a full
  • loud and overtone rich sound
  • Pitch stable and high durability
  • even through heavy use
  • Significantly less air consumption due to reed plates produced with precise blanking and piercing techniques
  • Optimised flatness and minimal tolerances between reeds and reed plates
  • The walnut comb is sealed with several layers of food safe lacquer
  • making it swell free and impervious to moisture
  • Including case and microfibre cleaning cloth
PROS
  • • Stainless steel reeds offer exceptional durability and responsiveness.
  • • Walnut comb sealing prevents swelling and maintains tuning stability.
  • • Low Db tuning expands harmonic possibilities for cross-harp players.
  • • Optimized reed spacing facilitates accurate and fast playing.
CONS
  • • The Low Db tuning is specialized, limiting versatility for beginners.
  • • Walnut comb lacquer can feel slightly sticky to some players initially.
  • • The tone, while full, may lack the 'airy' quality of some other harmonicas.

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Key Features

Key Low Db
Holes 10
Reeds Stainless Steel
Cover Material Brass
Comb Material Walnut
Weight 2.3 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stainless steel reeds generally produce a brighter, more focused tone with greater projection, lacking the warmer, more mellow character often associated with brass.
Absolutely, the sealing prevents moisture absorption, which stabilizes the harmonica’s tuning and extends its lifespan considerably compared to untreated wood.
While a dedicated C harmonica is ideal, the Low Db offers a unique cross-harp voicing that can be very effective in blues contexts, but it’s not a direct replacement and requires adapting your playing.

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