Hohner Pentaharp C Minor

The Hohner Pentaharp C Minor rewrites the rulebook for diatonic harmonica playing by eliminating the need for advanced bending techniques. Built around the minor pentatonic scale with added blue note, this 10-hole harp delivers three complete blues scales across its tonal range. Based on the trusted Special 20 platform, it features an ABS comb and recessed reed plates that protect the 20 brass reeds while maintaining the responsive feel required for expressive playing.

The tonal layout follows a blow-draw cycle that remains consistent across all holes – guitarists will recognise this as 'playing in the box', the foundational pattern for soloing. Twenty brass reeds (0.9 mm thickness) sit on brass reed plates secured with Torx screws for stability and straightforward maintenance access. Stainless steel cover plates sandwich the blue ABS comb, which measures 10.2 cm in length. The included snapcase provides practical protection between sessions, whilst the recessed reed plate design reduces the learning curve typically associated with Richter-tuned harmonicas requiring hole 6–7 transitions.

Features

• Minor pentatonic scale with blue note eliminates bending requirements
• Three complete blues scales across 10-hole diatonic layout
• 20 brass reeds on 0.9 mm brass reed plates
• ABS comb with recessed reed plates for beginner-friendly playability
• Consistent blow-draw cycle with no pattern changes between holes
• Torx screw assembly for maintenance access and structural stability
• Stainless steel cover plates with blue ABS comb finish
• Includes snapcase; measures 10.2 cm length; C minor key