Hohner M2009016X Marine Band Crossover C Harmonica.

Ordered at around 1:30 am on Thursday, 7th May; due to arrive Tuesday 12th May before 8 pm; arrived on the morning of Monday, 11th May. Excellent service, considering Friday, 8th May was a Bank Holiday (in UK). Well packaged in thick Amazon proprietary box. The first thing I noticed was how lightweight the package was. I have only dabbled a bit with harmonicas in the past - and not for at least 15 years. I decided to have a real go, just for my own home enjoyment. Hence I went for something that appeared to be a lot better than what I have had in the past. Hohner is a no-brainer brand to go with - as long as a decent model is selected. I have to say, you do get what you pay for. At £62-something after delivery is added, I felt 99% certain that the Crossover would be a safe bet. I am not disappointed. The harp is smaller than models I have had in the past - and so light, yet sturdy. All the main 20 notes are perfectly in pitch - though I'm no great pitch bender as yet, so cannot comment with accuracy on that aspect at the moment - maybe I will update on that detail in the future. It really is a beautiful little thing to hold and just look at - but I didn't buy it as an eye-candy novelty. However, the overall look of quality is a reassuring indicator that it will perform as expected for many years to come. Yes, I have managed some bends on it, straight out of the box - though it is my inadequate expertise that makes them sound a bit like a chicken in pain at the moment. I know it will improve as I do. The straight notes are spot on. I just can't get over how small and light, yet solid it is. Oh, it comes in a nice little padded zipper case too. Maybe I'll get a few more in different keys - I'll get used to the C first, though. Yes, I would buy from the same supplier and I would buy the same model harp (in alternative keys) again. No sweat...!

Hohner Crossover is a great solid harmonica. Nice, balanced, raspy tone - similar to the classic Marine Band, but a different animal. Bamboo comb is nice and the cover plates on these are great. Easy to dismantle for reed work and customisation, but these are pretty good out of the box in my experience. The only downside to the Crossover (and the Thunderbird) is the cost. These are pretty premium harmonicas - and they are good. But you might want to consider cheaper alternatives, especially if you are looking to buy a complete set. Took a star off for cost - but these are quality harmonicas. No doubt about it.

Sounds good, however playing single notes is a little tricky for the less experienced players. Beautifully made. Personally I have found the Honer MS series in G to be amazing to play and preferred that to the crossover. Even the standard a Marine band is better for single note playing.

I'd heard the marine band crossover blues harp was good so paid the extra. Compared to the standard Hohner blues harp this is much more responsive. I'm only a beginner but what was noticeable was that I could get the bend notes on all the low end notes straight off, unlike the standard blues harp (half the price). Good sound as well. Would recommend for the serious novice but a bit pricy for someone who just wants to play some simple tunes. You get what you pay for.

Top of the range reflected in the price but it is of superior quality. But how long it lasts will be the test!.

Good enough for serious pro use. Definitely not a kids' toy. Good sound. Good for bending. Definitely my 'go-to' harp. Will last for several years with reasonable use. Amazon offers a great price, too.

I'm a beginner but have to say that this is a beautiful instrument with a really nice sound. It just makes learning a joy.

Al most as soon as started using this harp I had a suck low end failure Exsperienced….

Amazing! Sounds clear, bright and easy to play. Beautiful instrument. Small note, feels like gaps are slightly different to a lee oskar and othe brands so takes a little getting used. Worth every dollar.

Es el equilibrio perfecto para notas sueltas y acordes. Sonidos con armónicos muy bonitos. Limpio. La estética es maravillosa con su peine de bambú. El estuche de cremallera genial. Soy principiante por lo que solo hablo por comparación con la Special20 que tengo también en C aunque he probado Lee Oskar y Hohner Rocket Amp y Debo decir que Crossover es la mejor en todos los sentidos. Una belleza en la mano. En cuanto a los bendings, creo que son algo más fáciles en la SP20. Aún trabajando este aspecto. Recomendada por tanto esta armónica. Para empezar, la Special20 es un diez en todos los sentidos, pero si quieres tener otra al lado para tocar alguna canción ya aprendida con la SP20 y sentir los armónicos, no dudes en tener una Crossover en tu stock.

Nun, ich habe mir ein paar Mundharmonika der Richtungen chromatisch und Blues von Hohner bestellt. Unter anderem auch diese Crossover. Ich wollte damit Stücke aus verschiedenen Genres spielen und dafür wird sie ja auch beworben und der Name Crossover leitet sich daraus ab. Toll klingt sie. Spricht schon auf sanfte Luft an und lässt sich wirklich toll spielen. Gezogene Töne, Bends, alles toll machbar und jederzeit ein schöner Klang. Durch die kleine Größe und die mitgeliefert praktische Tasche ist sie auch jederzeit dabei und spielbereit und lässt sich sogar über eine Vorbereitung an den Gürtel hängen. Alles in allem ein tolles Instrument für einen fairen Preis. Da hat man lange Freude dran!

Fast delivery and the case is beautifully done as well as the harmonica workmanship is very good.

Upgraded from Special 20, after using it for 10 years. It was well worth for the price Rs. 6500.