Hohner Deluxe Marine Band – Diatonic Harmonica (Select Key)

HOHNER Marine Band Deluxe Overview

• Combines the classic sound of the Marine Band 1896 with modern improvements
• Designed for better handling, increased volume, and faster response
• Retains the rich, powerful HOHNER tone

Key Features

• Improved cover design for:
  • Greater volume
  • Better stability
  • Reduced reed rattle
• Fully assembled with screws:
  • Easier maintenance and adjustments
• Triple-lacquered pear wood comb:
  • Minimizes swelling
  • Enhances volume and responsiveness
• Ultraglide-coated reed plates:
  • Rounded edges and openings
  • Increased playing comfort
• Durable zipper case:
  • Allows moisture to escape
  • Keeps dust out

History of the Marine Band

• First patented by Jacob HOHNER in New York on January 30, 1896
• Originally designed as a folk instrument
• Played a major role in shaping:
  • Blues
  • Folk
  • Rock
  • Pop music
• Widely exported to the USA in the early 20th century
• Adopted by African American musicians, leading to new playing techniques
• Helped influence the development of blues music from work songs

Famous Players

• Used by blues legends such as:
  • Little Walter Jacobs
  • Sonny Boy Williamson I & II
  • Big Walter Horton
  • Sonny Terry
  • Jimmy Reed
  • Big Mama Thornton
• Also popular with artists like:
  • Johnny Cash
  • John Lennon
  • Bob Dylan