Hohner CX-12 C Tenor Harmonica

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Hohner CX-12 C Tenor Harmonica

Hohner

CX-12 C Tenor Harmonica

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 166777
Brand: Hohner
Model: CX-12 C Tenor Harmonica
Price: $196.90

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The Hohner CX-12 is a solid choice for intermediate to advanced players wanting a reliable, chromatic tenor. The plastic comb and casing make it a durable and comfortable instrument, and the tenor key opens up a new world of arranging possibilities, especially for jazz and orchestral work. It’s a great all-around instrument that’s easy to play and sounds great.

Product Description

  • Hohner CX-12 C Tenor Harmonica
  • Chromatic Harmonica in C Major Tenor
  • 48 reeds
  • Plastic comb
  • Particularly ergonomic plastic casing
  • Brass reed plate: 1.05 mm
  • Black coloured casing
PROS
  • • Ergonomic casing significantly improves comfort during extended playing sessions
  • • 1.05mm brass reed plates deliver a robust, responsive tone
  • • Plastic comb resists moisture, enhancing durability and tuning stability
  • • Tenor C key expands tonal range beyond standard diatonic harmonicas
CONS
  • • Plastic comb, while durable, can slightly dampen high-end overtones compared to wood
  • • C Tenor key is less common, limiting repertoire compared to C Major diatonic
  • • Casing material, while ergonomic, lacks the premium feel of metal covers

Product Video

Key Features

Key C Major Tenor
Holes 12
Reeds 48
Cover Material Plastic
Comb Material Plastic
Weight 200g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Seydel has a richer, more complex tone due to its wooden comb, but the CX-12 offers greater durability and is easier to maintain.
It's a subtle difference; the plastic comb offers a cleaner, more focused tone, though some players prefer the warmer character of wood.
It's ideal for jazz, swing, orchestral arrangements, and any genre needing a lower register chromatic harmonica.

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