Hohner Orchestra Chord 48

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Hohner Orchestra Chord 48

Hohner

Orchestra Chord 48

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 536536
Brand: Hohner
Model: Orchestra Chord 48
Price: $1,736.90

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The Orchestra Chord 48 is a truly unique instrument – a massive, complex chromatic harmonica designed for creating rich, layered chordal textures. It’s a niche tool, perfect for composers, experimental musicians, or those wanting a truly novel sonic palette, but be prepared for a learning curve and a hefty instrument!

Product Description

Hohner Orchestra Chord 48, Harmonica

  • Consists of two separate instruments held together by hinges. This gives the instrument a total of 48 chords
  • including all major
  • minor
  • seventh
  • diminished and augmented chords of a four-chord octave tuning. According to the Guinness Book of Records
  • the HOHNER Chord 48 is the largest harmonica in the world.
  • Completely flexible arrangement of the 48 chords and easier maintenance thanks to separately mounted reed plates.
  • 384 Brass reeds - 1.05 mm thick
  • Length: 58.7 cm
  • Increased playing comfort and high air tightness due to optimised design
  • Excellent durability in all climatic zones thanks to modern comb made of ABS
  • Easy maintenance due to complete screw connection
PROS
  • • Unique chord voicing expands harmonic possibilities significantly.
  • • ABS comb offers exceptional durability and resists temperature/humidity changes.
  • • Screw-mounted reed plates simplify maintenance and allow for individual adjustments.
  • • Brass reeds deliver a robust, full tone characteristic of Hohner's quality.
CONS
  • • The sheer size and weight demand considerable strength and stamina to play comfortably.
  • • Limited versatility; best suited for specific chord-based musical styles.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most players.

Product Video

Key Features

Key C
Holes 48
Reeds 384
Cover Material Brass
Comb Material ABS
Weight 1250g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Chord 48 integrates chords seamlessly, offering a more unified sound than layering separate harmonicas; however, it sacrifices the individual voicing flexibility of multiple instruments.
Yes, the screw-mounted design allows for relatively easy reed plate replacement, making repairs more accessible than older, glued-plate models.
It excels in genres emphasizing complex harmonies like avant-garde classical, experimental folk, and some forms of jazz, though it can be adapted to other styles with creative playing.

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