C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav HG

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C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav HG

C.A. Seydel Söhne

Concerto Steel Oktav HG

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 463322
Model: Concerto Steel Oktav HG
Price: $108.90

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The Seydel Concerto Steel Oktav HG is a solid choice for players wanting that classic organ-like octave sound. The split comb and semi-valved design really help with projection and control, making it a good fit for folk, classical, or anyone wanting a unique and expressive voice. It's a step up from entry-level octave harmonicas and a great value for the money.

Product Description

  • C.A. Seydel Söhne Concerto Steel Oktav HG
  • Harmonica
  • Key: BG
  • 10 holes
  • Divided
  • 40 stainless steel reeds
  • Semi-valved
  • Split comb
  • Plastic - Metallic green
  • 2 x 2 reeds per channel
  • 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
  • • Stainless steel reeds deliver a bright, clear, and responsive tone.
  • • Split comb design minimizes vibration, improving airflow and comfort.
  • • Semi-valved construction enhances volume and tone control for expressive playing.
  • • Robust stainless steel cover plates add durability and a professional feel.
CONS
  • • The BG key is relatively high, limiting its versatility for some genres.
  • • The 94g weight might feel a little hefty for extended playing sessions.
  • • Octave harmonicas have a steeper learning curve compared to standard diatonic harmonicas.

Product Video

Key Features

Key BG
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 air turbulence and vibration, creating a cleaner, more focused tone with improved responsiveness – less ‘boxy’ than some other octave harmonicas.
These stainless steel reeds are fairly responsive and offer decent bending potential, but they're not as easily manipulated as some softer reeds found on blues-focused harmonicas.
Octave harmonicas generally require more precise breath control and technique than standard harmonicas, but the semi-valved design on this model does help to ease the learning curve a bit.

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