Hohner COB Case of Blues 5 Harmonica Bundle Keys of G, A, C, D, and E

I purchased and then returned - the product shipped by blessed98 was not the Blues Harp model, but rather the Bluesband model - a much inferior, beginners model also made by Hohner (about 15% of the cost). The price listed is good for a set of Blues Harp harmonicas, but that's NOT what was shipped.

My husband is an amateur harmonica player but these were recommended by a harmonica connoisseur and they did not disappoint. Great sound quality and versatility.

A while back I had a cheap harmonica that didn't play too good, it was more of a novelty than a serious instrument (Hohner Blues Band). Once I got a feel with that harp I wanted to see if I could become as good other people could play. It was then that I realized that I needed better quality harmonicas I found these Blues Harps!These would be my first set of high quality harmonicas! After having these for around a good 3-4 months I can solidly stand by these harmonicas. They play nicely and bend with ease (a bit easier than a suzuki bluesmaster). I learned many techniques on these harmonicas and I am really attached to this line. You can also order replacement parts on the website if you need to replace any parts (I haven't found the need to replace any parts yet).The one thing that I could gripe about would be the case. It is not the same as the picture. Mine is a simplistic black nylon case shaped in a rectangular cube with rounded edges. Even though it is different it's still a decent case. The top foam part will fall off easily so be sure to check and glue it back in place if you need to!The other thing would be the lessons given with this set of harmonicas. You get a 30 day free trial with David Barrett's site. His teaching doesn't really suit my style of learning (I like to learn by ear all over the place [his teaching is more reading tabs, videos, systematic progression, and practices]), Even though his site isn't my style I gave it a chance and found it worthwhile! There are many resources that I have found to be very useful in the site such as some technique practices and interviews to inspire you. This site has taught me the basics like bending and tongue blocking. His website is an invaluable source of information for a beginner.Once I got a pretty good grasp of things I branched off and watched videos on youtube with Adam Gussow and also listening to music and learning by ear.Even though I am a far cry from anywhere near good yet I think that this set would be perfect to anyone wanting to start out with more serious harping. This set will be a good foundation and the free 30 day access to David Barrett's site is excellent. I think I got this set for around $160. That would be 5 $40 dollar harps, a decent case, and free 30 day access to David Barrett's site. I think set is well worth the price! I would recommend this set to anyone!

Gift for my honey!

The media could not be loaded.  Great to have some blues harps back in the sound profile! The attached video features these harmonicas.Solid little instruments, easy to bend the notes, good rich tone and all of them 100% in tune. But then what do you expect? German craftsmanship, and Hohner's been making harmonicas for 160+ years.