Hohner Tremolo Sextet Replacement Harmonica in the Key of Bb

This is a single replacement harmonica in the key of B♭, designed to slot into Hohner's Tremolo Sextet system. The Sextet itself is a six-harmonica assembly held together by star-shaped spindle grips that allow the player to rotate between keys while holding the instrument – think of it as a paddlewheel of tremolo harmonicas. Each individual unit features brass reed plates and a double-lacquered maplewood comb, maintaining the warm tonal character that defines traditional folk and ensemble playing. This replacement lets players rebuild or customise their Sextet configuration without replacing the entire assembly.

The harmonica houses 48 reeds total, with brass reed plates measuring 0.9mm in thickness and finished with an exposed brass surface. The comb is crafted from maplewood with a brown finish and receives a double lacquer treatment for moisture resistance and durability. When installed in the full Sextet assembly, the six-pointed star spindle grips at each end enable quick key changes mid-performance, allowing rotation through all six instruments without breaking hand position. The tremolo tuning creates the characteristic wavering tone produced by paired reeds tuned slightly apart, a hallmark of Alpine and Eastern European folk traditions.

Features

• Replacement harmonica in B♭ for Hohner Tremolo Sextet system
• 48 reeds total across the tremolo-tuned reed configuration
• Brass reed plates with 0.9mm thickness and brass surface finish
• Maplewood comb with brown colouring and double lacquer coating
• Compatible with six-pointed star spindle grip assembly for key rotation
• Tremolo tuning delivers paired-reed wavering tone for folk music styles
• Allows Sextet rebuild or key configuration without replacing full assembly
• Traditional construction suited to harmonica ensembles and solo folk performance