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Diatonic- The standard 10-hole diatonic harmonicas come in all 12 keys of music and allow you to play a complete 7-note scale of the key of the harmonica. Additional notes from outside the scale can be acquired by "bending" certain draw (inhale) and blow (exhale) notes. Most professionals primarily play diatonic harmonica. Diatonic harmonicas are typically used in blues, rock, country, and folk, but can also be found in nearly all styles of music. They are sometimes referred to as a "blues harp", "harp", "short harp", or "standard 10-hole".
The particular model and brand of diatonic played by your favorite pro is not important when choosing a harmonica, more importantly, learn to play like the pro and you will sound like them. If you are at all serious about learning to play, start with a good quality one. The cheaper ones leak air, are very difficult to learn to bend, and can cause no end of frustration.
Note: All keys of standard diatonic harmonicas are layed out and played the same way. That is, if you own a standard 10-hole diatonic in a key other than the key of "C" (like an "A" or "D" for instance), it will play the same as the "C" for songs, riffs, and instruction, but the music comes out in a different key.
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Lee Oskar Major Diatonic- "The No. 1 HarmonicaLessons.com diatonic
harmonica recommendation. The serious beginner can't go wrong with the standard Lee Oskar major diatonic in the key of "C". You can spend less or even more for a diatonic, but worth the price for it's consistent volume, tone, and durability. Its airtightness makes it easier to learn to bend on. Be sure to use the pulldown menu to select the key of "C" if you are just starting out. The Lee Oskar harmonicas also feature the 1st Position and 2nd Position [click here for definitions] keys printed on the ends of each diatonic for easy reference. You can also order Lee Oskar Replacement Reed Plates when the reeds go bad." |
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Lee Oskar Major Diatonic 6-Pack/pouch (popular keys)- Save money and buy the 6 most popular keys of the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic. Includes keys of: "C", "D", "F", "G", "A", and "Bb". These are the most common keys needed if you plan to jam in 2nd Position with friends or bands or CDs. Also included is the Lee Oskar Harmonica Soft Pouch, a zippered harmonica carry case that will hold up to 7 diatonic harmonicas. Each harmonica is held in place by an elastic strap. |
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Lee Oskar Major Diatonic 6-Pack/pouch (other keys)- Save money and buy the 6 less common, but useful keys for the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic. Includes keys of: "B", "Db", "Eb", "E", "F#", and "Ab". These are less common keys, but are needed if you plan to jam in 2nd Position with friends or bands or CDs and want to be prepared to play in any key. Also included is the Lee Oskar Harmonica Soft Pouch, a zippered harmonica carry case that will hold up to 7 diatonic harmonicas. Each harmonica is held in place by an elastic strap. |
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Harmonica Store Super Beginner Package- Save $200 with this Super Starter Package! Recommended by HarmonicaLessons.com as the ultimate package for the serious beginner or enthusiast. Start (or continue) your playing career with quality instruments. The Lee Oskar Major Diatonics and the Hohner #270 Chromatic are favorites of pro harmonica players around the world.
Included in the Package: 5 Lee
Oskar Major Diatonic harmonicas in the popular keys of C, D, F, G, and
A; Hohner #270 Chromatic Harmonica (12-Holes, pear wood body); Lee Oskar Repair and Maintenance Kit; Hohner Harmonica Carrying Case. |
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Lee Oskar Major Diatonic (all 12 keys)- Save time and money and buy all 12 standard keys of the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic (you'll want them all sooner or later anyway). Each harmonica comes in it's own case.
Includes keys of: "C", "Db", "D", "Eb", "E", "F", "F#",
"G", "Ab", "A", "Bb" and "B". You can spend less or even more for a diatonic, but the Lee Oskar Major diatonic is worth it's price for consistent playing volume, tone, and durability. It's airtightness makes it easier to learn to bend on. The Lee Oskar harmonicas also feature the 1st Position and 2nd Position keys printed on the ends of each diatonic for easy reference. |
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Lee Oskar 5-Pack (Choose your keys)- Pick any 5 keys of the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic. You may choose all the same key, all different keys, or any combination. Each harmonica comes in it's own case. The cases are inter-lockable for ease of transporting more than one. You can spend less or even more for a diatonic, but worth the price for it's consistent volume, tone, and durability. It's airtightness makes it easier to learn to bend on. The Lee Oskar harmonicas also feature the 1st Position and 2nd Position [click here for definitions] keys printed on the ends of each diatonic for easy reference. |
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Lee Oskar "Natural Minor" Diatonic- Don't be confused. This is not a standard tuned diatonic and it is not what we recommend for beginners. This is a special purpose harmonica. The "Natural Minor" tuned diatonic is made specifically to be played in the 2nd Position and is used for songs in minor keys. It's a little confusing, but the key... |
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Lee Oskar "Harmonic Minor" Diatonic- Don't be confused. This is not a standard tuned diatonic and it is not what we recommend for beginners. This is a special purpose harmonica. The "Harmonic Minor" tuned diatonic is made specifically to be played in the 1st Position... |
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Lee Oskar "Melody Maker" Diatonic- Don't be confused. This is not a standard tuned diatonic and it is not what we recommend for beginners. This is a special purpose harmonica. The "Melody Maker" tuned diatonic is made specifically to be played in the 2nd Position and is used for songs... |
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