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Forums :: Ask Amp Tech Expert Skip Simmons

which Harp?

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Fri, 05/15/2020 - 14:54
OscarHarm
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Hi I am a "brand new" newcommer to the harmonica. Just wanted to get some advice re first harp to purchase. I have been eying the Hohner Special 20 and the Lee Oskar. Can I go wrong with either one? Is there any one of these that you think might make a better fit  as a" learners" instrument. Any other you might recommend? 

Thanks in advance 

Oscar

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Sat, 05/16/2020 - 07:03
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David Barrett
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Hello Oscar. Skip is an amp

Hello Oscar. Skip is an amp expert, so I'll answer this for him. The Hohner Crossover is what I recommend. If you would like a model at a lower price point, the Hohner Special 20 will do fine (though try the Crossover someday, it's an upgrade). Best wishes on your studies.

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Sun, 05/24/2020 - 10:10
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Hello Oscar. Skip is an amp expert

Hi David, 

Thanks so much for getting back to me (even though I did quite use the forum categories properly). Appreciate the feedback  and I will be following your recommendation. Will be diving in the LOA program and look forward to being part of the Blues Harmonica community

Oscar

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Sun, 05/24/2020 - 12:40
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My pleasure Oscar

My pleasure Oscar

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