Hohner Marine Band Deluxe F
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Hohner
Marine Band Deluxe F
Product Info
Article Number:
188481
Brand:
Hohner
Model:
Marine Band Deluxe F
Category:
Diatonic Harmonicas
Price:
$55.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Marine Band Deluxe F is a workhorse harmonica, instantly recognizable for its iconic look and tone. It’s a fantastic choice for blues, folk, and country players looking for a reliable, expressive instrument with that classic Hohner sound – a true step up from the standard Marine Band.
Product Description
- Hohner Marine Band Deluxe F
- Harmonica
- Tuning: F
- "Deluxe"-Model
- Richter model
- Optimised lid design for higher volume and improved stability
- Rounded channel openings and outer edges for increased comfort
- 20 reeds
- Reed plate: 0.9 mm strong
- Reed plate made from brass
- Mouthpiece with SuperGlide-Lacquer
- Comb made of clear coated pear wood
- Lid: Stainless steel
PROS
- • Optimized lid delivers a surprisingly loud, resonant tone for blues.
- • Stainless steel lid offers excellent durability and a classic feel.
- • Pearwood comb provides a comfortable, responsive playing experience.
- • Rounded edges and SuperGlide lacquer improve comfort and playability.
CONS
- • The F key is less common, limiting versatility for beginners.
- • The brass reed plates can develop a patina with extended use.
- • The comb’s clear coating might require occasional maintenance to prevent sticking.
Product Video
Key Features
Key
F
Holes
10
Reeds
20
Cover Material
Stainless Steel
Comb Material
Pear Wood
Weight
2.5 oz
Similar Products
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F
Flamenco Guitars
$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
Suzuki M-20W Manji E
Diatonic Harmonicas
$116
Diatonic 10-Hole Harmonica, Key: E, Blues model, Same powerful sound as the Manji M-20 model, but...
Suzuki M-20W Manji Bb
Diatonic Harmonicas
$116
Diatonic 10-Hole Harmonica, Key: Bb, Blues model, Same powerful sound as the Manji M-20 model,...
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT
ST Style Guitars
$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
Cascha HH-2277 Fun Blues Harp Transp.
Diatonic Harmonicas
$5
Diatonic Harmonica, Blues Series, Key: C major, Ten holes, 20 reeds, Comb: ABS...
Frequently Asked Questions
The Deluxe version boasts a stainless steel lid for improved durability, a more comfortable mouthpiece, and a refined reed plate design for a slightly richer tone.
While playable for beginners, the F key is less common, so learning might be slightly slower compared to a C harmonica. However, it’s still a manageable starting point.
Pearwood is known for its warm resonance, contributing to a slightly fuller, more organic tone compared to plastic combs found in some harmonicas.
