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C.A. Seydel Söhne Saxony Chromatic Harp C

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 customer ratings ()

Chromatic Harmonica

  • Key: C
  • 48 Reed plates
  • Cover plates: matte chrome
  • Stainless steel reeds
  • Aluminium comb
  • Silver-plated mouthpiece with round holes
  • Full, dynamic and assertive sound
  • Quick response
  • Less air consumption thanks to optimised nickel silver reed plates
  • Including case
  • Available since September 2009
  • Item number 236134
  • Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
  • Tuning C
  • Comb Aluminium
  • Number of Tunings 48
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LOYKOYMAS 23.05.2021
Great harmonica construction and sound! Stainless steel reeds, bright and crisp sound. Case is bad for this instrument, made from carton, which is easy to break down.
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C.A. Seydel Söhne Saxony Chromatic Harp C
Greg_T 04.05.2020
Incredible sound and playability - very happy in every respect!
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A Solid Performer with a Minor Drawback
SWaw 19.01.2024
I purchased the C.A. Seydel Söhne Saxony Chromatic Harp C, and overall, I'm quite satisfied with its performance. This harmonica offers a smooth and responsive playing experience, making it a reliable choice for both beginners and experienced players alike.

The instrument's construction is sturdy, and it feels well-built in my hands. The chromatic capabilities are impressive, allowing for a wide range of musical expression. The tonal quality is rich, and it performs admirably across different musical genres.

However, I did encounter a minor issue with the drawn note on F in the lower octave. It seems that there is some inconsistency or difficulty in achieving the desired sound on this specific note. While this doesn't significantly impact the overall playability of the harmonica, it's worth mentioning for those who may rely heavily on this particular note.

Despite this minor drawback, the C.A. Seydel Söhne Saxony Chromatic Harp C remains a reliable and enjoyable harmonica. The positives far outweigh the negatives, and I would still recommend it to fellow musicians looking for a quality chromatic harmonica.

In conclusion, if you can overlook the slight hiccup with the drawn note on F in the lower octave, you'll find that this harmonica delivers a satisfying musical experience with its overall performance and build quality.
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Airtight instrument
Svidge 30.06.2026
I've been using Hohner and Suzuki chromatics previously, until I discovered Seydel Saxony. Engineering and execution of this harmonica are superior to Suzuki and Hohner chromatics. Mouthpiece design is unique and provides better precision and airtightness. I was worried that stainless steel reeds would have a thin, cold tone. Boy, I was wrong! Seydel reeds are the best in every way. The sound is clean and well rounded, the dynamics are very good. I can play soft or hard, and harmonica would respond accordingly. Also worth mentioning availability of every part of Seydel harmonicas. If you'd wish to swap parts, no problem. As an example, I changed aluminum comb to red acrylic comb from Seydel Sampler. Perfect fit. I just fell in love with Saxony. Try it. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
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