C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Lightning Bb

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C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Lightning Bb

C.A. Seydel Söhne

1847 Lightning Bb

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483409
Model: 1847 Lightning Bb
Price: $130.90

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The 1847 Lightning Bb is a serious step up for blues and rock players. Seydel's stainless steel comb and polished reeds really shine, providing a rich, responsive tone and solid build. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the quality and playability justify the investment for intermediate to advanced players.

Product Description

  • C.A. Seydel Söhne 1847 Lightning Bb
  • Blues Harmonica
  • Key: Bb
  • Standard Richter tuning
  • Polished comb made of solid stainless steel
  • Shiny stainless steel coverplates with special 1847 3D-imprint
  • 20 Polished stainless steel reeds
  • Produces a beautifully balanced and fat tone
  • Includes a case and a microfibre cleaning cloth
PROS
  • • Stainless steel comb minimizes moisture retention, improving durability.
  • • 3D-imprinted cover plates offer a unique aesthetic and subtly alter resonance.
  • • Polished reeds deliver a remarkably responsive and clear, fat tone.
  • • Solid stainless steel construction ensures excellent build quality and longevity.
CONS
  • • The stainless steel comb can feel a bit 'slick' for players used to plastic.
  • • Higher price point positions it above entry-level harmonicas.
  • • Bb key limits versatility compared to more common keys like C.

Product Video

Key Features

Key Bb
Holes 10
Reeds 20
Cover Material Stainless Steel
Comb Material Stainless Steel
Weight 3.5 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stainless steel is denser, resulting in a brighter, more focused tone with less 'breathiness' than plastic, and reduces moisture build-up.
The reeds are designed for responsiveness, allowing for relatively easy bending, but require proper technique to execute effectively.
While Seydel harmonicas have a reputation for clarity, the Lightning’s design and reed finishing significantly mellows that tendency, delivering a balanced, fat tone rather than a harsh brightness.

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