yogi
54 posts
Dec 01, 2010
9:42 AM
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Just a quick note to praise these guys. If you want to by online there can be no better place. After much time being messed around at Bushman i phoned today. What i wanted in stock, a friendly voice on the phone, no bull shit and all around a great shopping experience.
I recommend to all.
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Joe_L
858 posts
Dec 01, 2010
9:57 AM
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Ron is cool! He won my business. My experience with him was completely opposite of John Hall at Bushman.
Ron has stuff in stock. He charges the card when preparing the order. Most importantly, he ships the goods when he says he is going to ship them.
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toddlgreene
2167 posts
Dec 01, 2010
10:02 AM
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Yes, indeed. Dealing with Ron Hobdy is a pleasure-friendly, straightforward and prompt. My recent order was put in on a Monday afternoon, and my new harps were waiting for me when I got home on Wednesday-in plenty of time for my Friday gig.
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tolga7t
115 posts
Dec 01, 2010
10:30 AM
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I am not even bothered to see a Rockin Ron thread every month. He's simply the perfect example of how business is run. More people should be aware of him.
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toddlgreene
2169 posts
Dec 01, 2010
10:51 AM
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Rockin' Ron's
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Harphound
3 posts
Dec 01, 2010
12:07 PM
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Always a postive experiance with that vendor!
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JimmyFamous
28 posts
Dec 01, 2010
12:13 PM
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I buy all my harps from Ron.
He's the best!
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Hobostubs Ashlock
1237 posts
Dec 01, 2010
2:00 PM
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I bought a harp rack off Ron about 6 months ago,and he not only had it at my door step in 2 or 3 days ,but he called to tell me that i was buying the basic model he had ,and that if i wasnt happy with it i could return it no problem,But i really like it.;-)
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TahoeMike00
147 posts
Dec 01, 2010
2:19 PM
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For sure. After screwing with harp purchases on FleaBay, and getting "new" harps in open boxes, bad reeds and horrible service etc.
When I saw a few Rockin Ron Kudos posts here so I decided to place an order with RR. Quick, friendly service, and Ron even went out of his way to help. Wished I would have found RR sooner. I've placed another order since then and will continue to do so in the future.
Rockin Ron's R-O-C-K-S!! (And blues) ;-)
[edits for spelling]
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The more I learn about harmonica, the more I learn how much more there is to learn.
Last Edited by on Dec 01, 2010 7:01 PM
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harp honkin
73 posts
Dec 01, 2010
4:25 PM
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Ron is the best..hands down
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BigBlindRay
21 posts
Dec 01, 2010
4:40 PM
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Hi Just ordered 2 Manji's (Hi G and Low F) from RR last night. Super prompt service and informed me of my two postal options and prices.
Can't wait to try these bad boys out!
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joeleebush
140 posts
Dec 01, 2010
4:43 PM
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Placed an order with him last week and the stuff arrived like a rocket after talking to him on phone. Excellent!
"He don't play".
JoeLeeBush
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MP
1065 posts
Dec 01, 2010
4:45 PM
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yep!
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MP
hibachi cook for the yakuza
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GEEZER1
95 posts
Dec 02, 2010
9:41 AM
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Rockin Ron is the best harp company I have ever ordered from. Fast service, he has the merchandise and will bend over backwards to help you. How he gets the harps to you so fast is a mystery to me, Great place to order harps!!!
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Joe_L
860 posts
Dec 02, 2010
9:50 AM
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@TahoeMike - The only way you could have found him sooner was if you were playing another instrument.
When I placed my order with him, I ended up talking to him for about 30 minutes. He's been in business for a while, but only started selling harps about a year ago. He seems like a really nice guy. He said his harp business was exploding because of posts like this on Internet forums.
When I placed my order, he said he would ship the same day. I placed my order at 4pm, so I was doubtful. Two days later, the stuff showed up. He must have stopped at the Post Office after we spoke.
To my surprise, he called me to make sure my order arrived and I was happy. I hadn't received service like that since I owned a Cadillac!
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RT123
32 posts
Dec 02, 2010
9:51 AM
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Maybe he should be invited to be a member here. He could probably keep us updated with new products/inventory. I am sure if he knows as much about harps as he does about running a business he would be welcomed here with open arms. I was SHOCKED when he called me because he just wanted to make sure I got his email and wanted to let me know he was sending my order right out. I don't know if he is a one man show there but he makes you feel like he is your personal harmonica guy. I was a little nervous the first time I ordered because his website doesn't have all the flash and fancy page of some other companies but he proved me wrong. Its right to the point, no crap, place and order and get it quick. He also gave me a couple bucks off just for asking!
Last Edited by on Dec 02, 2010 9:53 AM
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Philosofy
375 posts
Dec 02, 2010
9:52 AM
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When my wife ordered two Manji's last November for my Christmas gift, they didn't arrive until January. We actually canceled one of them, and got it within two days from Rockin Ron's. Great Service!
Last Edited by on Dec 02, 2010 7:22 PM
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Joe_L
862 posts
Dec 02, 2010
2:18 PM
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@RT123 - you can be a fan or friend on facebook. He updates stuff there regularly and offers specials via FB.
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Philosofy
376 posts
Dec 02, 2010
3:46 PM
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MAJOR RETRACTION!!! MAJOR RETRACTION!!!
I have a huge apology to Ron!!! It wasnt' Ron that my wife ordered from, it was Ron that came through when another supplier didn't. Ron gave me a call wondering where he went wrong, and he didn't. He's a great guy, and my temporary alzheimers may have caused him damage here. I apologize, and give my highest praises to Ron's service.
NOTE: I edited my first post to reflect the truth, not my faulty memory.
Last Edited by on Dec 02, 2010 7:22 PM
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GEEZER1
96 posts
Dec 02, 2010
3:51 PM
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My goodness, I was wondering about your earlier post, glad you realized your mistake. Glad you clarified that.
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Philosofy
377 posts
Dec 02, 2010
4:02 PM
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I felt so bad I just ordered another Manji from him.
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sorin
213 posts
Dec 02, 2010
4:46 PM
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Philosofy, if you want you can go back and delete the"wrong post".
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bluzlvr
405 posts
Dec 03, 2010
1:47 PM
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I have to add my praise for Rockin' Rons service.
I placed an order (Manji harp and Shaker mic) and recieved a call from him not ten minutes later.
Told me he didn't have the Shaker mic with the 1/4 connector in stock but he would ship me the xlr version at no extra cost just to speed up the order.
What service!
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roberth5
21 posts
Dec 05, 2010
10:47 PM
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He is the best.
Ordered my stuff Saturday morning Australian time, and it was delivered to me in Australia the following Thursday.
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groyster1
571 posts
Dec 06, 2010
1:46 PM
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I dont know how he does it but he is got to be the best harp salesman on this earth
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saregapadanisa
299 posts
Dec 06, 2010
2:18 PM
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I'm ashamed to say, I've never been able to do business with Mr SuperHarpDealer. I sent him emails 1 years ago and I'm still waiting for replies.
I must be a creep full of Kryptonite.
And, BTW, Musicians Webstore has a great service and better prices on Suzuki.
Last Edited by on Dec 06, 2010 2:19 PM
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GEEZER1
97 posts
Dec 06, 2010
3:43 PM
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I checked Musicians Webstore , I see they have shipping and handling charges, Rockin Ron's ships free and its in the USA. almost next day delivery, Also Webstore does not have Delta Frosts. Think I will order from Rockin Ron
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Silvertone
57 posts
Dec 06, 2010
6:21 PM
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Heard about Rockin Ron here and placed an order last year. as everyone has said excellent service and follow up, fast shipping,in stock, great prices .
I think its time for another order. An early Xmas present to myself. Im sure the rest of you deserve the same :).
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AV8R
75 posts
Dec 06, 2010
8:03 PM
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I ordered Rupert Oysler's harmonica repair DVD from Ron Saturday afternoon and got it on Monday!
Meanwhile, I still haven't got a Bushman harp from John Hall that I ordered
2 months ago...but that's another thread.
Rockin Ron is a great guy, best prices, and free shipping. I won't go anywhere else from here on out.
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nineveh_harp
55 posts
Dec 06, 2010
8:28 PM
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Ron is the best.. END OF STORY!! I don't/won't buy from anyone else anymore. He ALWAYS has what I want and if he doesn't, he'll order it for me and have it ready to go in no time.
ROCKIN' RON ALL THE WAY!!!!!
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mandowhacker
4 posts
Dec 14, 2010
6:01 PM
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Bushman charged my bank account two weeks ago for a couple of instruments. I don't have them yet. One was in "C". It should have been in my hands when I left Georgia. Three other harps I ordered at the same time were. Thank you, John Hall. I'm a rank beginner without a beginner's harp----because of YOU.
I ordered a Seydel and Suzuki "lower end harp" from Ron this afternoon on his website and within an hour Ron was calling me to make sure I really wanted what I had ordered. We talked a bit about this order and plans for future purchases depending on what I like from what he will send out IN THE MORNING. (HELLO, JOHN HALL)
I've learned quite a bit from this forum----the best advice I've gotten yet is to order from Rockin' Ron.
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KeithE
139 posts
Dec 14, 2010
6:12 PM
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I ordered a Seydel Chromatic Deluxe and some other things late on Tues Dec 7th, and had it in hand on Saturday morning. It probably would have been earlier if everything had been in stock in California. (Rupert Oysler shipped the order to keep things simple.) Ron was very responsive to questions (minutes not hours/days), and I will definitely be ordering from him again in the future.
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MP
1137 posts
Dec 15, 2010
10:10 AM
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KeithE,
how do you like the Seydel Deluxe chro?
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MP
hibachi cook for the yakuza
doctor of semiotics
superhero emeritus
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KeithE
141 posts
Dec 15, 2010
1:00 PM
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MP - I haven't put much time into it yet, and it's my first chromatic so I have nothing to compare it against. I'm not crazy about the mouthpiece and may look into how much a Seydel Saxony mouthpiece would cost. But I want to give it some hours over the holidays before judging it. I'm going to go over some of David Barrett's blues chromatic materials.
For under $140 it seems nice. But you probably want the opinion of someone more experienced.
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MP
1141 posts
Dec 15, 2010
1:17 PM
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not really. i just really like the ones i've tried.
i don't get why people don't like the mouthpiece.
jim mentioned upgrading with a SAXONY mouthpiece too.
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MP
hibachi cook for the yakuza
doctor of semiotics
superhero emeritus
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KeithE
142 posts
Dec 15, 2010
1:23 PM
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MP - I got the idea from Jim. I'm tongue-blocking and probably need to concentrate on a lighter touch.
It looks like the Saxony mouthpiece is a bit pricey because you need to purchase the whole slide assembly to get it. At least that's what it seems to imply on the Seydel site. Maybe someone who does repairs would have them available.
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MP
1144 posts
Dec 15, 2010
2:26 PM
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i see.
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MP
hibachi cook for the yakuza
doctor of semiotics
superhero emeritus
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BigBlindRay
35 posts
Dec 15, 2010
7:05 PM
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Just recieved my Suzuki Manjis from Rockin Rons today.
Delivered on time as advised.
Rockin Rons Rocks!
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OzarkRich
299 posts
Dec 19, 2010
7:57 PM
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Just to chime in with everybody else. I've never ordered from Ron before but needed a Lee Oscar in Dm (natural) to play "Mary Did You Know?" for Christmas. I ordered last Tuesday afternoon and got my harp Thursday morning!
Now if he'll add the Meisterklasse to his site...
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