Hohner Diatonic Harmonica M1896086P Marine Band Series 1896 - Key of G

Blues Harmonica - Key of G (Diatonic)

The Hohner Marine Band 1896 has been the starting point for legends. John Lennon, Paul Butterfield, Little Walter, Neil Young, and nearly every serious blues harmonica player began their journey with a Marine Band. Perfected over more than 100 years by Hohner, this remarkable instrument has a feel and tone that stands apart — it just feels right in your hands. As the number one choice of top professionals, the Marine Band 1896 delivers a rich, expressive sound that defines the classic harmonica tone. When you pick up this harmonica, you’re not just opening a door to music — you’re holding a piece of living music history. Experience the authentic blues with Sadek Music – your destination for The Original Blues Harmonica.

Sadek Music – The Original Blues Harmonica

The Hohner Marine Band 1896 is the archetypal blues harmonica, proudly offered by Sadek Music. Almost unchanged since its 1896 patent, this iconic instrument embodies the real deep blues like no other and serves as the benchmark against which all others are measured. Originally designed for European folk music, it quickly became a prominent voice of American blues in the early 20th century, played by the era’s leading harmonica artists. Its sound captures the essence of broken hearts, late-night dancing, endless prairies, and smoky clubs. More than just a harmonica, the Marine Band 1896 is an invitation to express yourself in music — a key to unlock your creativity. When you play this piece of living musical history, you won’t just perform the blues. You’ll feel the blues. Experience the legacy of blues with Sadek Music – The Original Blues Harmonica.

TECH SPECS

• Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 0.9 mm
• Reed plates (surface):  brass
• Reeds (number, material): 20, brass
• Comb (material, color): pearwood, brown
• Comb (finish):  double lacquered
• Mouthpiece (surface):  pearwood
• Cover plates:    stainless steel
• Keys:  HG, F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B(H), Bb, A, Ab, G
• Type: diatonic
• Tuning: Richter, Harmonica Minor and Natural Minor.
• Nm and hm just in F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B(H), Bb, A, Ab, G
• Number of holes: 10
• Tonal range: 3 octaves
• Length: 10 cm / 3.9”