Hohner Super 64 Chromonica, Key of C

by Hohner

Product Features

• Plays 4 full chromatic octaves
• 64 Brass reeds
• Plastic body
• Fitted with wind saving valves for greater tone and volume
• Comes with carrying case

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 1.2 x 1.8 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002GWKI2
• Item model number: 7582-C
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,426 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #33 in Musical Instruments > Folk & World Instruments > Wind Instruments > Harmonicas

Product Description

Chromatic harmonicas are designed to play every complete scale in any key. Each single hole contains four reeds: two natural notes and two chromatic notes. The reeds for chromatic notes are enabled by pushing the slide button on the side of the harmonica. This design offers a wealth of new musical options to the player. Most often, chromatic harmonicas are heard within the classical and jazz scenes, but...chromatics are frequently found in blues, folk, rock and pop music. Chromatic models of the professional series offer fantastic volume and outstanding sound. The high quality workmanship and their easy handling gives the player a very good feeling at any time. Exclusive materials in combination with modern manufacturing technology are the basis for these high class musical instruments.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sound is best of any Hohner chromatic I have played, August 20, 2004

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Syd Logan (Carlsbad, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Hohner Super 64 Chromonica, Key of C (Electronics)

The range on this harp dips down one octave below middle C, which is fairly unique and adds to the overall possibilities of this instrument. Over the years, I have played several of the Hohner Chromatics and while its size causes this chromatic to be a bit more difficult to handle compared to a 12 hole like the Super Chromonica or the CX-12, my feeling is the quality of the sound compared to either and makes up for it in spades (and really, it's just a matter of getting used to the size). I think if I had one chromatic to own, this would be the one.

Note the holes are round, not square like on the 260 and 270. For some, this will mean more comfort. For me, well, I tend to agree, but for the most part, what round holes seem to imply with Hohner at least is the quality (and price) is going to be a bit higher. But that is just my experience with the 270, CX-12, Super 64, and Super Chromonica Deluxe (a higher quality version of the 270).

The other thing to comment on is the slide. It's really good (far better than the CX-12), but I actually get better speed with a good old 270 or Super Chromonica Deluxe. Maybe its because the slide is a bit longer because of the additional 4 holes. It is fast, never sticks, and doesn't make much noise. Still, I would predict any of you upgrading from a Super Chromonica will have to get used to the change, it won't be the same.

If you are a beginner, start out with the 270, it's a great value and it served me well for years. But if you are looking to step up, and can afford the price, I think this harp is well worth looking into.

Update: see also my review of the Suzuki Chromatix SCX-48 12 Hole Chromatic Harmonica, Key of C -- first impression is it has the same higher quality, and while it is only 12 holes, it is also far less expensive that a Super Chromonica Deluxe (price is about the same as the 270)! In fact, it feels and sounds like I am just playing a smaller version of the Super 64, which may make it the harmonica of choice.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A LOT of meat in this tin sandwich!, May 19, 2005

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Mark (Prospect Park, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hohner Super 64 Chromonica, Key of C (Electronics)

To quote that great American Keanu Reeves: "Whoa."

It's a real handful. As a usual player of the Super Chromonica 270, I can say those four extra holes really add heft. The sound is very sweet and mellow, but it does take some wind to play. That 1 blow sounds like a blast from a truck's airhorn! What a powerful sound!

The action on the button sticks from time to time, but other than that, this is the last harmonica you'll ever need.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good harmonica but takes in a lot of air, February 8, 2006

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Taran Deep Singh "Tarandeep" (Bangalore, India) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hohner Super 64 Chromonica, Key of C (Electronics)

The sound of this harmonica is very good. The slider is also very smooth. However, one will take time to adjust to this model specially if you are moving from diatonic harmonicas. But once you get used it, it is a pleasure to play this harmonica. One thing that I didn't like about this harmonica is, it takes in a lot of air to play notes (I think it is a fault in my instrument, there is an air leakage) Please ensure that this fault is not there in the harmonica you buy.