XHarp
556 posts
Jul 18, 2014
6:29 PM
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http://www.fender.com/en-CA/features/harmonicas/
Phosphor bronze reeds. If the quality is the same as their guitars these will be good to own. Anyone ventured in yet? Don't see them in Canada yet.
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"Keep it in your mouth" - XHarp
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jnorem
397 posts
Jul 18, 2014
6:50 PM
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I see that the music store in my neighborhood has them. If they're not too costly I'll probably try one.
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nacoran
7867 posts
Jul 18, 2014
7:09 PM
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Hmm, replaceable reeds... does that mean screws or just that you can pop the rivets. Looks like they've got them at a couple price points. I'll be interested to see the reviews.
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WinslowYerxa
663 posts
Jul 18, 2014
7:27 PM
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They're going for $10 on the Fender website. I'm not terribly optimistic about the quality. But who knows?
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rbeetsme
1563 posts
Jul 18, 2014
7:45 PM
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Suzukis?
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arzajac
1425 posts
Jul 18, 2014
8:07 PM
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It says "Made in China" on the side of the comb. These look a lot like the harmonicas you get for $3 on Ebay.
They say:
"The Blues DeVille 10-hole diatonic harmonica delivers even brighter, bolder tone and uncompromised pro quality, with comfort and features that make it a reliable and long-lasting choice for serious performers.
-Handsome black/gold etched casing
-Replaceable, extra-durable phosphor bronze reed plates
-Moisture-resistant ABS plastic combs for great tuning stability
-Protective vented plastic case for quick drying after play
-Includes blister card package"
Ha! The big red flag for me is that their first bullet point is about the quality of the CASE! Kinda says it all...
I won't be buying one.
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jnorem
399 posts
Jul 18, 2014
8:19 PM
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Why would Fender decide to make harmonicas?
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BigBlindRay
233 posts
Jul 18, 2014
8:38 PM
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They look Cheap and Nasty. Pass.
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Jehosaphat
773 posts
Jul 18, 2014
9:23 PM
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Just what the world needs..another crap harmonica ,whats fender thinking?
" I'll have that 2000$ guitar and while i'm here might just take one of those Harps...."
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WinslowYerxa
664 posts
Jul 18, 2014
9:29 PM
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Note that Fender is classifying them as an accessory and not as a musical instrument.
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Moon Cat
426 posts
Jul 18, 2014
10:35 PM
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Poo Poo Meows on those Flatocasters.
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Last Edited by Moon Cat on Jul 18, 2014 10:36 PM
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Frank
4849 posts
Jul 19, 2014
3:43 AM
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Grifford workin those extra-durable phosphor bronze reed plates, wonder if he is endorsing the new Fender harps? ")
Last Edited by Frank on Jul 19, 2014 3:46 AM
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Frank
4853 posts
Jul 19, 2014
7:01 AM
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I don't see the 10 buck offer on their site?
Each harmonica is diligently crafted from pro-grade materials, resulting in a great-looking instrument with (unbelievable lasting power).
The Blues Deluxe diatonic 10-hole harmonica offers unbelievable convenience and style at the same affordable price point (as a disposable harp).
The Retail is 30 smackers - would hope it doesn't play like a 3 dollar harp when asking that much for it, but it is all speculation till someone blows one? :)
Last Edited by Frank on Jul 19, 2014 7:02 AM
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1847
1959 posts
Jul 19, 2014
7:09 AM
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it appears to be a hohner ms harp
hohner is owned by the chinese
many many hohner harps are made in china.
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i get a lot of request when i play my harmonica
"but i play it anyway"
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Thievin' Heathen
335 posts
Jul 19, 2014
7:56 AM
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Maybe they will offer $15 replacement phosphor bronze reed plates that will fit all those MS Blues Harps I have floating around? Maybe Fender will get into the harp amp market with a Harp Champ?
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1847
1960 posts
Jul 19, 2014
10:35 AM
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they all ready make a champ
it needs nothing to make it a harp amp.
all my amps are stock.
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i get a lot of request when i play my harmonica
"but i play it anyway"
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Thievin' Heathen
336 posts
Jul 19, 2014
11:22 AM
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My wifey has a Vibro Champ. I did not see much potential there last time I plugged a mic (SM58) into it, but that was ~20 years ago. Maybe I need to try it again. I have a few other mics to choose from.
Last Edited by Thievin' Heathen on Jul 19, 2014 11:23 AM
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HawkeyeKane
2567 posts
Jul 19, 2014
3:59 PM
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FWIW, zZounds and AMS have them. The Deluxes run for $10 and the DeVilles for $30. I might grab one of each for my oddball harp collection.
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sydeman
112 posts
Jul 20, 2014
7:41 AM
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Yes, still have the Martin which is a MS series with a wood comb made in Germany. Has the black covers and gold lettering.
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