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"Seydel Harmonica"
 
   These Seydel Harps, would you say that they are the high end of Harmonicas. I find them very expensive. Anyone has any experience with them ?? Are they better ???

Thanks guy's

Norm


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1. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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Norm,

I've heard mixed reviews. I don't personally know any pros that play them and I have not had a chance to try them and test them myself. How do they compare to you to a Lee Oskar or Hohner Special 20?

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2. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   I don't have your expertize Dave but If I had to pick I'd stick with Lee Oskar. I tried them both Hohner and Lee Oskar.

Lee Oskar are much better for the price.

Norm


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3. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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Norm,

That's pretty much my take also. The Hohner Special 20's play nice, but they just don't last. In the long run, they end up costing much more than the Lee Oskars.

I still need to order some of the Bushman Delta Frost with the Phosphor Bronze reeds and see how they play and last. I'll add a post when I've done that. We do now have them listed at our Harmonica Store-

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4. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   Thanks Dave I'll check this out
Norm


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10. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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Norm,

I agree with your assesment. I ordered two of the Seydel Blues Session harps, one A and one C. I ordered them because I met Charlie Musselwhite who claims they are the best harp out of the box. I have played on the A quite a bit now and this is my take. The holes are slightly wider than those of the Lee Oskar, which is wider than those of the Special 20 and the Marine Band 1896. It takes a little getting used to if you are accustomed to playing a Special 20 or a Lee Oskar. The Seydel Blues Session does not have hole numbers 1-10 stamped on the metal. If you rely visually on the numbers, you will have to learn to do without. Personally, this is not a big deal to me, but it is a distinct difference from other harps I have used. Now, the important thing, the tone. I find the tone to be similar to both the Lee Oskar and the Special 20. As far as bendability, I can hit all of the draws under the 2 and 3 holes without a problem and I think the Seydel is nice in that respect. When I was first starting out with the Lee Oskar, I found the larger and flatter plates at the mouthpiece a little hard to get used to. The Special 20 and Marine Band are both much smaller and more comfortable to play in my opinion. The mouthpiece is not so fat. The Seydel Blues Session has an even fatter mouthpiece than that of the Lee Oskar.

All in all, they are nice harps, but they are expensive. Honestly, I will probably stick with the Lee Oskar first, and the Special 20 second.

I bought the Seydel on Charlie Musselwhite's recommendation, but I do realize that he is endorsing Seydel and as long as he says he likes them, he's probably not paying for them, so I take that for what it's worth.

Harp on!
Don

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11. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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Don,

Excellent post. I don't have much experience with the Seydel harmonicas, so I appreciate what you've added here.

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5. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   hi,
i've just started learning, so i don't know anything about harmonicas, but when i was talking to charlie musselwhite at the concert, he said the seydel's the best harmonica he'd used. i couldn't resist, and bought one, but i haven't even touched it yet, it's way too damn beautiful!


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6. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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hi,
i've just started learning, so i don't know anything about harmonicas, but when i was talking to charlie musselwhite at the concert, he said the seydel's the best harmonica he'd used. i couldn't resist, and bought one, but i haven't even touched it yet, it's way too damn beautiful!

Its funny last night I watched the movie Blues brothers 2000 I had noticed that Charlie Musselwhite was playing with a Lee Oskar.
I too am thinking of getting one. They are expensive. I still like my Lee Oskar.
P.S. Thanks for the info
Norm


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7. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   hi norm,
i think the seydel is also pretty new to mr. musselwhite, too. i saw him just last week or so when he gave me that recommendation. i finally started playing mine a couple of days ago, but because i'm such a beginner that i can't tell the difference honestly. it's really a nice looking harmonica though!


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8. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   Seydel is the oldest harmonica maker in the
world. Based in Germany, Charlie Musselwhite
is one of many professionals that use Seydel
harmonicas. This brand is not well known
on this side of the Atlantic.

I plan to order a new Seydel soon.


Tom Welch
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9. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   Here a link to the many fine Seydel harmonicas,
click http://www.seydel1847.de/epages/Seydel.sf/en_GB/?ObjectID=3305&Locale=en_GB
to view.

I am consideing buying their stainless steel
model soon. There's a new harmonica maker
coming to the USA soon based out of Brazil.

Tom Welch
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12. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   I've know two serious players who swear by their Seydels. I've never played them, but based on their recommendations I'd give them a try if you are looking to add to your collection.

Alan

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13. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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I just picked up a Seydel 1847 Classic. It might seem a little expensive, but if you weigh it against buying a customized Marine Band, the 1847 is cheaper ($85). It is the most responsive harp I have ever played. It has stainless steel reeds and they respond beautifully right out of the box. The comb is maple and is well-sealed. The cover plates are stainless steel, so no metallic taste. The reedplates are now German silver. All in all, this harp is amazingly well-built and is worth every penny. I have played Lee Oskars, Marine Bands, Special 20s, Blues Harps, Pro Harps, and a few of the lower end Chinese harps. The Seydel is everything they are saying. They now offer a new version with the plastic comb called the Silver +. The reedplates are recessed (similar to what you find on the Lee Oskar). I went with the wood for the first one because I like the nostalgia of it. I plan to order some more in the future and may take a look at the plastic comb models.

The best advice I can give is to try it for yourself. You won't feel ripped off. In fact, you may feel like you made a mistake because you just raised the bar on your expectations for a harp.

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14. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   Anyone have an update on Seydels? Here's my situation- I'm new and note a significant difference between my new Special 20 and a Fender Blues Deluxe that I bought for a previous, very frustrating foray into harp playing. I know playing is 90% player and maybe 5% each for instrument and equipment, but the difference between these two has convinced me it's worth it to invest in a good harmonica. A friend recommended Seydel years ago but I've never played one. My issues are:

1. I'm willing to invest a good bit of money in a harmonica (set) that I'll love.
2. I have a mustache and beard, and occasionally I'll get a whisker caught between the cover and comb. OUCH!!! The Seydel pictures LOOK like they're sleek and would have less risk of that problem.
3. I want to play blues, country and some marine type tunes, first and second position for now.
4. At this point in my musical "career" (this IS NOT my job), I want to minimize the risk of being frustrated and losing enthusiasm because of stiff reeds or any other problem that would deter a beginner. I've always wanted to play, and I'm currently very motivated.
5. Some of the Seydels look like they are the absolute SHIZZLE! If I like the way they play as much as I like their looks, I'm sold.

So, does Seydel meet those needs and, if so, which model? I'm willing to pay well for a harp I REALLY LOVE!

Thanks,

Wes


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15. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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Wes,

We can go deeper in one of the live online classes in the next week or two... Seydels are nice, but they wear out like any other diatonic. Your best bet is just to try one and see what you think. Many pros and serious players are playing these or the Hohner Rocket and/or the Hohner Crossover. My top two choices would be the Seydel 1847 Classic or the Hohner Rocket.

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16. "RE: Seydel Harmonica"
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   I'm a week into my Seydel 1847 Classic and here's my take so far:

1. It plays great. Better than my other two. I find draws and bends are substantially easier on this harp.
2. It's not better for preventing whisker pulling, in fact it's worse IMO.
3. It's not as pretty as the pictures, but who really cares?

Overall I'm very happy with the 1847. Still, I'll probably try a Crossover before I decide what I want for a set.

That's my take, FWIW.


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