C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav A

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C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav A

C.A. Seydel Söhne

Concerto Steel Oktav A

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 463310
Model: Concerto Steel Oktav A
Price: $108.90

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The Seydel Concerto Oktav A is a really interesting instrument – the octave voicing creates a unique, almost organ-like sound. It’s surprisingly playable, even with the semi-valves, and the build quality is solid. This is a great choice for players wanting to explore a different sonic palette, or those looking for a distinctive sound in a folk or experimental context.

Product Description

  • C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav A
  • Harmonica
  • Key: A
  • 10 holes
  • Divided
  • 40 stainless steel reeds
  • Semi-valved
  • Split comb
  • Plastic - Metallic green
  • 2 x 2 reeds per hole
  • Cover plates: Stainless steel
  • Reedplates: 0.9 mm
  • Weight: 94 g
  • Dimensions: 125 x 30 x 27 mm
  • Tuning stability is especially important for octave-tuned harmonicas
  • where two exactly octave-tuned reeds always oscillate at the same time in each hole
  • resulting in a full organ-like overall sound.
  • Built-in valves (half-valve) minimise air consumption
  • improve tone control and increase the overall volume at the same playing pressure.
PROS
  • • Robust stainless steel reeds deliver a bright, clear, and powerful tone.
  • • Split comb design minimizes vibration, improving response and ease of bending.
  • • The semi-valved design enhances volume and control, a real boon for beginners.
  • • Stainless steel cover plates add durability and a professional aesthetic.
CONS
  • • The 94g weight can feel substantial for extended playing sessions.
  • • The octave tuning, while unique, limits versatility compared to standard harmonicas.
  • • The metallic green plastic comb, while durable, lacks the warmth of wood.

Product Video

Key Features

Key A
Holes 10
Reeds 40
Cover Material Stainless Steel
Comb Material Plastic
Weight 94 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The split comb reduces sympathetic vibrations, leading to a cleaner, more focused tone with less 'buzz' – a good thing if you want clarity and precise bending.
Bending is possible, but the octave reeds can make it slightly more challenging than on a standard harmonica; requires a more refined technique.
The semi-valves provide a wider dynamic range, allowing for quieter, more nuanced playing and louder, more powerful projection.

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