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The Original Blues Harmonica
The Marine Band 1896 is the archetypal blues harmonica. Almost unchanged since it was patented in 1896, this iconic 
instrument embodies the real deep blues like no other and is the benchmark against which all others are judged. 
Initially designed for European folk music, it quickly became a prominent voice of American blues of the early 
20th century, played by all harmonica players of this era. It’s the soundtrack of broken hearts and dancing all 
night, of endless prairies and sweaty nightclubs. Like no other harmonica, the Marine Band 1896 is an invitation 
to express yourself in music, a key to unlock your creativity. When you discover this piece of living musical 
history, you won’t just play the blues. You’ll feel the blues.

Traditional assembly with nail
Reed plates and covers are affixed with nails for the traditional look and feel

Double lacquered pearwood comb
Comb sealed with 2 layers of clear lacquer to reduce swelling

TECHNICAL DETAILS
Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 0.9 mm
Reed plates (surface): 		   brass
Reeds (number, material): 	   20, brass
Comb (material, color): 	   pearwood, brown
Comb (finish): 			   double lacquered
Mouthpiece (surface): 		   pearwood
Cover plates: 			   stainless steel
Keys: 				   HG, F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B(H), Bb, A, Ab, G
Type: 				   diatonic
Tuning: 			   Richter, Harmonica Minor and Natural Minor.
				   Nm and hm just in F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B(H), Bb, A, Ab, G
Number of holes: 		   10
Tonal range *: 			   3 octaves
Length: 			   10 cm / 3.9” 

The Future of Harmonicas
A hundred years down the road, the blues is still one of the most influential musical genres around. 
Its impact can be heard in the pop hymns, rock songs, and even hip hop tracks from all over the world. 
So we decided to design a new high-end harmonica for the blues and all the styles which grew out of it,
using sustainable raw materials, with a powerful original sound that would meet the needs of this new 
generation of professional musicians. The result: The Crossover. The patented laminated bamboo comb is 
completely water resistant and extremely airtight, the tone is bright and crisp and the modern compromise 
tuning is ideal for single note playing, whether acoustic or amplified, while still retaining a full chord 
sound. Whether you’re into blues, rock, jazz, or soul, the Crossover provides you with the power, sound,
and feel you need to bring your dreams to life. Cross over into a new world of harmonica!

Torx screws
Torx screws to ensure stability and ease of maintenance

Reinforced covers with side vents and open back
Covers with side vents, opened up at back for greater volume and stability

Multiple laquered Bamboo comb
Patented bamboo comb sealed with several layers of clear lacquer plus UltraGlide coating on mouthpiece to 
completely eliminate swelling

Enhanced playing comfort
Reed plate edges and channel openings rounded off for greater playing Comfort

Modern compromise tuning
Perfect for single note playing as well as full chord sound in all contemporary styles

Technical details
Reed plates (material, thickness): 	brass, 0.9 mm
Reed plates (surface): 			brass
Reeds (number, material): 		20, brass
Comb (material, color): 		bamboo, blonde
Comb (finish): 				triple lacquered
Mouthpiece (surface): 			bamboo
Cover plates: 				stainless steel
Keys: 					HG, F#,F, E, Eb, D , Db, C, B(H), Bb, A, Ab, G
Type: 					diatonic
Tuning: 				Richter
Number of holes: 			10
Tonal range *: 				3 octaves
Length: 				10 cm / 3.9”