Posted by Bill on November 20, 2002 at 14:05:14:
In Reply to: how to buy harmonicas posted by Mahyan on November 20, 2002 at 09:42:35:
For the standard type of harmonicas, which are called diatonics, you can't beat Lee Oskars and hohner Special 20's. If the person is more sophisticated in their playing, you may want a chromatic harmonica. Start with one in the key of "C".
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Good luck
Bill
: I need to buy an harmonica by tomorrow. It's a present and I know nothing about harmonicas. The person I'm buying the harmonica for playes the guitar, and this will be his first harmonica. Which brings up the question whether I should buy him a chromatic or diatonic harmonica. I also have to choose between these harmonicas: Honner, Tombo or Zeidel (German). One of the reasons I'm buying him an harmonica is that he can play the song "Don't Follow" by Alice in Chains. If I'm not mistaken I think it's played in B flat minor- does that make a difference? Please excuse me for my ignorence in harmonicas and music.
: Thanks for your help.