Hohner Marine Band 364/24 Harmonica in the Key of D

Twelve holes instead of the standard ten give this harmonica an extended tonal range that inspired Sonny Boy Williamson II to record "Bye Bye Bird", his tribute to Charlie Parker. The Hohner Marine Band 364/24 in D carries forward the design of the original Echo Vamper with minimal changes since the 1950s. Curved cover plates deliver the authentic blues sound through their special arched design, while the double–lacquered pearwood comb resists swelling across extended playing sessions.

Reed plates are affixed with nails in the traditional style rather than screws, maintaining the construction method that defines the Marine Band tone. Cover plates mount with screws for easier maintenance and cleaning access. The four additional notes beyond a standard diatonic harp provide access to lower register passages and richer chord voicings. This D–tuned model suits players working in keys that sit naturally with second position playing in A or first position in D.

Features

• 12–hole configuration provides 4 additional notes beyond standard diatonic harmonicas
• Double–lacquered pearwood comb sealed with two layers of clear lacquer
• Traditional nail–affixed reed plates for authentic Marine Band construction and tone
• Screw–mounted cover plates allow simplified access for maintenance and cleaning
• Curved cover plate design with special arched profile for blues sound
• Key of D tuning for first position D or second position A
• Extended lower register range for deeper chord voicings and bass lines
• Marine Band 364/24 model continues the Echo Vamper legacy since the 1950s