Innovative Harmonica Design
The Meanest, Fattest Low-pitched Sound Around
Sometimes the sound of a harmonica in regular tuning is just not fat enough to really counterbalance the power of guitar, bass and drums. Fitted with our patented bamboo comb, the Marine Band Thunderbird offers the perfect solution. It’s tuned one octave lower than standard harps and features an innovative tapered cover design to prevent reed rattle, inspired by the work of legendary harmonica customizer Joe Filisko. The lowest tuned diatonic model in our portfolio, it deliverers a powerful, rich sound that’ll make the floor shake. Experience a hitherto unknown dimension of deep-toned harmonica playing, let it carry you away into new sonic adventures, and reshape the perception of how the harmonica sounds.
FEATURES
Low tuning
Tuned one octave lower than standard models
Asymmetrical bottom cover prevents reed rattle
Unique cover design with tapered form permits low draw reeds
New reed profiles
Special new reed profiles ensure fast response and high volume, even at extremely low pitch
Triple laquered Bamboo comb
Patented bamboo comb sealed with 2 layers of clear lacquer plus UltraGlide coating on mouthpiece to completely eliminate swelling
Reinforced covers with side vents and open back
Covers with side vents, opened up at back for greater volume and stability
Enhanced playing comfort
Reed plate edges and channel openings rounded off for greater playing comfort
Torx Screws
Torx screws to ensure stability and ease of maintenance
Snapcase
Practical and modern plastic case
Sound example: Blues
Sound example: Melody
Sound example: Folk Song
| Reed plates (material, thickness): | brass, 0.9 mm |
| Reed plates (surface): | brass |
| Reeds (number, material): | 20, brass |
| Comb (material, color): | bamboo, blonde |
| Comb (finish): | triple lacquered |
| Mouthpiece (surface): | bamboo |
| Cover plates: | stainless steel |
| Keys: | LF, LE, LEb, LD, LC, LBb, LA, LG, LLF |
| Type: | diatonic |
| Tuning: | Richter |
| Number of holes: | 10 |
| Tonal range: | 3 octaves |
| Length: | 10 cm / 3.9” |