C.A. Seydel Söhne Session Db
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C.A. Seydel Söhne
Session Db
Product Info
Article Number:
224221
Brand:
C.A. Seydel Söhne
Model:
Session Db
Category:
Diatonic Harmonicas
Price:
$40.59
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Session Db is a fantastic entry point into Seydel’s higher-end harmonicas. The D-flat tuning offers a unique character, and the build quality is surprisingly solid for its price point – a great choice for blues, folk, and anyone exploring a less common key.
Product Description
- C.A. Seydel Söhne Session Db
- Session Blues Harmonica
- Tuning: D-flat
- Richter system
- Rounded plastic comb
- Reed plate made from brass
- Ergonomic covers for rounded sound
- Leather pouch and microfibre cleaning cloth included
PROS
- • Rounded covers offer a noticeably warmer, more mellow tone than Seydel’s standard covers.
- • The plastic comb resists swelling and warping, increasing longevity and tuning stability.
- • Brass reed plates provide excellent resonance and responsiveness, a step up from cheaper materials.
- • Ergonomic design makes it comfortable for extended playing sessions, even for beginners.
CONS
- • The plastic comb, while stable, lacks the warmth and breath feel of wood.
- • D-flat tuning limits versatility for players needing more common keys.
- • Rounded covers, while pleasant, can slightly dampen the higher overblows.
Product Video
Key Features
Key
D-flat
Holes
10
Reeds
20
Cover Material
Brass
Comb Material
Plastic
Weight
0.45 oz
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Seydel has a rounder, more mellow tone, while the Special 20 is brighter and more cutting. Both are excellent, but cater to different sonic preferences.
Yes, the plastic comb is exceptionally durable and resistant to moisture and temperature changes, often outlasting wooden combs in demanding playing conditions.
The Session Db bends well, but the D-flat key can present a slightly steeper learning curve for bending compared to more common keys; it’s definitely accessible for intermediate players looking for a new challenge.
