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Description
The Hohner 590 Big River harmonica is an attractive and robust harp model that's a fine musical instrument for beginners, with solid volume and easy playability. The 590 Big River is also the choice of seasoned veterans and professionals, who recognize the harmonicas strong, dependable performance and German quality at an affordable price. The Hohner Big River can be called one of the best-valued harmonicas on the market. It has the quality and durability of Hohner's Special 20 and Marine Band harmonicas, yet it's more affordable, plus it has the advantage of replaceable reed plates, which is a money-saving alternative to throwing away out-of-tune harmonicas.
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About MS-Series harmonicas:
The acronym 'MS' stands for Modular System, an integrated concept of Hohner's harmonica designs. MS-series harmonicas benefit from innovations that improve their playing characteristics and also significantly facilitate maintenance and handling. All MS-series parts (combs, reed plates, and covers) can be combined individually. Simple screw connections allow for easy assembly. This benefit offers players the possibility to adjust the instruments to their individual requirements. For example, some players prefer the body of one model and the cover plates of another, and so a "custom hybrid" is possible for the discerning player. Easy-to-install replacement reeds are available (see item: RP565 MS Replacement Reed Plates).
About Hohner:
Hohner is a family company founded in 1857 in Trossingen, Germany by Matthias Hohner. Hand-made quality and close attention to detail has set Hohner apart from the beginning. A top leading brand in harmonicas, Hohner harps are distributed worldwide. Hohner harmonicas are played on the street by buskers, in intimate nightclubs, on festival stages, and even in Carnegie Hall. Despite a diverse harmonica line used in music from country to classical genres, the most famous Hohner harmonicas are their simple, 10-hole diatonics used frequently by blues, rock, country, and folk musicians.



Features
- 10-hole diatonic
- Standard (Richter) tuning
- Reeds: 20
- Reedplates: brass; 0.9 mm
- Plastic comb
- Length: 10 cm
- Hohner harmonicas feature:
- Improved reed profiles to increase reed life by over 200%
- Precision die punches to ensure reed plates with unparalleled air tightness
- Improved tuning accuracy (through investment in innovative new tools)
- Extremely stable stainless steel covers that won't tarnish and are easy to clean
- Dynamic range and highest volume of most any commercially made harmonica
- Super-fast response at all volume levels
- Easily adjustability for overblows
- A unique Hohner sound that is a tone benchmark for blues, folk, and rock
Reviews
4.91
11 Reviews
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
- Performance4
- Jam Sessions3
- Practice3
- Blues1
- Novice3
- Professional Musician3
- Experienced2
- Great Intonation5
- Great Sound5
- Durable4
- Excellent Craftsmanship4
- Highly Responsive3
Reviewed by 11 customers
Good Value
submitted3 years ago
byChris dogbone
fromAsheville NC
I'm a guitar player and decided to get serious about playing the Harmonica. Between my girlfriend and I we had a few harmonicas stashed around the house. The Big River by Hohner hangs with the other harps! And it's made in Germany! Not sure if they still are? My collection includes a Fender Blues Deville, Hohner Marine Band, Lee Oskar, Hohner Special 20, and a few other cheaper models. Treat yourself to a decent harp. Why? It's easier to play, and it sounds much better. You definitely get what you pay for. I'll probably try a few other models, but if the Big River was all that I ever had, i would be happily learning tunes, entertaining folks, and having fun, which is what it's all about. Life it too short to struggle playing a not so good harmonica.
Very fine instrument
submitted4 years ago
byKJ
fromHurricane, UT
Just getting started on the harmonica. Sounds great. I think it will work well for me.
I would buy these again
submitted4 years ago
byBB
fromBoston, MA
Use these on gigs for a few tunes . They are nice for what I use them for . They're not toys & sound pretty good. Seem well made. If you are a pro harmonica player you'll want to step up to something nicer , more refined , and kind on the lips when constantly played. Gave 4 stars do to being a little rough on the lips.....doable for me . As mentioned harmonica only used on a few tunes .
Definitely would buy again if needed!
Verified Buyer
submitted5 years ago
bySusan
fromArkansas
Folk, blues or Rock these harmonicas are the best!
Just what I was looking for
submitted6 years ago
byR Dub
fromAthens, Louisiana
Just getting started on this harmonica thing. This one sounds like harmonicas I'm used to hearing. Quality seems good. Tone is pretty rich.
I'm very satisfied. Harmonica plays great.
submitted6 years ago
bymountainmusic
fromSouthern New Mexico
This harmonica plays well. I'll use it for practice (I'm a beginner) and playing with friends.
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