I agree. The Crossover is in my opinion the first reasonably priced Hohner diatonic to really impress me with its overall performance, bendability, and build quality. An all round excellent instrument.
I stumbled on the Crossover about a year ago. Blues Harps exclusively prior. I've been looking online without success for a comparison of the two. Forty+ years ago I saw Muddy Waters in front of the Allman Brothers. Blew me away. Blues fan since. Dabbled back then with a blues harp and then got busy in life. Five years ago on a whim bought a new one... or six. I've been listening and learning but no formal lessons. Have a music background and I've become good...not great... solid intermediate I'd say. I get a lot of looks in New York traffic while playing along with blues stations on Pandora in my car. I've messed with Special 20s but Blues Harps have been it until I picked up the D Crossover. I like, no, love it... I think... massively... as you say. But also wanted to hear what real players have to say about the two. Have you done or might you do a comparison...or know of any already done? PS... I knew the click bait thing was really a holiday bit. :). Thanks for your stuff.
I just bought a Hohner Crossover Marine Band in the key of D and it doesn't have that bluesy sound at all. It's literally in the key of which child harmonicas are in, all the notes are major, I don't really know how to explain it. I bought a G harmonica before that one and returned it because I thought that something was wrong with it. I tried all playing techniques and nothing changed. Are the harmonicas you bought custom tuned or something?
I recently put together a Frankenharp - A Dark Comb, Crossover plates (in Ab) and standard MB covers and it plays great, mainly due to the Crossover reeds. I'm looking to get a C next.
Marine band Thunderbird: 💪👌 (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) Marine band Crossover: 🤌👌 (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) Marine band Deluxe: 👍🏼👌 (⭐⭐⭐⭐) Marine band Classic: 👍🏼 (⭐⭐⭐) The Best: Crossover! The best is the Crossover since it has good quality, and the best to play what you want, the Thunderbird is the same Crossover but made for low tones
Tomlin, great review of this harmonica! It sounds like it plays awesome, but I always have a scruffy face. Is there another harmonica you can recommend that plays as well as this harmonica that also doesn't pull face hairs out? And as always thanks for making your videos!
Tomlin Leckie Thanks a lot. I'm a big fan of yours. I generally play simple melodies on a hohner golden Melody in C. Just bought a special 20 in the key of Bb to get into blues
Hello. I am new to your channel and to the harmonica. I have a vintage marine band hohner in c scale and was thinking of getting this crossover model but i cant decide if i want an A or E scale. Do you have any advice that might help me?
Hiya, I definitely would suggest getting the A. The E is not very common so you will struggle to find music to play on it. The A will allow you to to play Blues in the Key of E in 2nd position. Hope that helps, Tomlin
I cut my finger when trying to play with the expensive crossover I purchased and yesterday when I contacted Hohner to ask if it is ok to wash my harmonica as it is not wood but bamboo to my surprise I was told it will swell so why on earth should I pay for this expensive harmonica any more. I have marine band, marine band crossover , rocket and special 20 but it seems paying more does not always mean you get better product :)
Vandaag bestelt bij schreven in nijmegen nl de crossover honer c dit is eerste keer dus ik moet dit verkennen, ik speelde eerst een c harmonica maar nu de blues harp altijd gezocht maar nu gevonden, als het binnen is ga ik spelen
Hollo Tom, Thanks for the video, unfortunately, I do not speak English I am writing to you since I have the crossover in C and A major. I play in tongue blocking Bending very good Channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Blans bending channel 10, 9, 8 very good Overblow Channel 6, 5, 4, 2, 1 very bad Bamboo cane and pelvic plate leaking Triple screwed and is not so good Playability very good very lip friendly I'm going back to the Hohner Golden Melody Overblow, Bending, Blasbending much better, tongue blocking much better What is your opinion greetings from Germany
Tomlin I find the biggest drawback is the price! On amazon they run from $61.01 to $89.99. I started on > $1 kiddie toys bought 1st Marine Band, about, $2.50 in 69 I believe. I was turned on to Crossovers at amazon bought at $84.99, 4 I think. Great Harps. As to are they better? That's like saying "my girl friend is better than yours!"
Hi Tom. Can you please perform Inochi no Namae with a Hohner marine band? It's a song from the movie Spirited Away by Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. A performance and even a tutorial would be very lovely. I feel like it's a beautiful song and would love to hear a version of a raw diatonic cover of it. Please?
All the reviews I read steer me to a better harmonica. It’s so confusing to me so I’m going to try the higher up ones and send each back that are not what I want or say they are
Hello Tomlin. Thanks for the review. I have one of tjese on order in Bb. Live in the Philippines so it will be along wait. Have a question. I normally play Suzukis (Manjis, Olives, Promasters) and I'm paying about twice as much for the crossover on Amazon. Do you think its worth the extra $. Thanks again for all your great lessons.
Chris Godfrey For me the manji/promaster/olive are better craftmanship than the MBC. But my mustache dont like suzukis. But in sound and playability i would say they are equal.
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I have one. It is fun to play but I cannot unlock its full potential. It is a combination of player and instrument. The Crossover is a big step up from the Marine Band deluxe. It needs less air and is more responsive. A beginner might need some getting used to it. The sound will be not too good when the harmonica is played with too much pressure. If you want to treat yourself with it, go ahead. If you are on a budget, the Marine Band may be good enough.
Hey Tom if you want more hits on your site minimal talking with the voice, maximum talking with the harmonica. Tip: make a concise script of you want to say, read it over about ten times in the mirror and then shoot your video, reducing your words by two thirds.
I think Tomlin is pretty good about that already, but I like his humility. It's actually v good advice. You should say the same to Gussow - a great player, but he goes on and on and on with his talking in his videos.
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One of the best review I ever saw. Hohner owes you for my purchase of this model.
This guys reviews showed me exactly what I needed...now I'm getting my Crossover...you articulated exactly what I was seeking...
I agree. The Crossover is in my opinion the first reasonably priced Hohner diatonic to really impress me with its overall performance, bendability, and build quality. An all round excellent instrument.
Tomlin, I enjoy your lessons so much. Please teach that wicked lick you just played at the beginning of this video.
Just got my first Crossover (D) and heading to open mic tonight! Thanks Tomlin!
That's awesome to hear Michael :-)
I stumbled on the Crossover about a year ago. Blues Harps exclusively prior. I've been looking online without success for a comparison of the two. Forty+ years ago I saw Muddy Waters in front of the Allman Brothers. Blew me away. Blues fan since. Dabbled back then with a blues harp and then got busy in life. Five years ago on a whim bought a new one... or six. I've been listening and learning but no formal lessons. Have a music background and I've become good...not great... solid intermediate I'd say. I get a lot of looks in New York traffic while playing along with blues stations on Pandora in my car. I've messed with Special 20s but Blues Harps have been it until I picked up the D Crossover. I like, no, love it... I think... massively... as you say. But also wanted to hear what real players have to say about the two. Have you done or might you do a comparison...or know of any already done? PS... I knew the click bait thing was really a holiday bit. :). Thanks for your stuff.
Nice review. Very thorough and fun to watch. Nice examples, too. Also, love your enthusiasm.
Good stuff Tomlin - your enthusiasm is infectious!
Glad to be spreading the positive vibes! :-)
I just bought a Hohner Crossover Marine Band in the key of D and it doesn't have that bluesy sound at all. It's literally in the key of which child harmonicas are in, all the notes are major, I don't really know how to explain it. I bought a G harmonica before that one and returned it because I thought that something was wrong with it. I tried all playing techniques and nothing changed. Are the harmonicas you bought custom tuned or something?
Thank you tomlin. Crossover will be my next harmonica..
Woo!
I wish you had more reviews up! I would love to see a review of the olive.
Dang it.".. This is my harp..... But I could just sit here and listen to your playing!!!
My first harp, bought it in 1990, was 19 years ago I still have it and still love it, caught my lip a lot😅Next purchase was the special 20
2:06 I really felt that one on a spiritual level.
Hello Tomlin!What you think about Hohner Marine band Deluxe?I own one key of C.
What a nice review!
Hope you can compare this with marine band deluxe and seydel 1847 lightning
I have key D n G sounds and play so good.
I recently put together a Frankenharp - A Dark Comb, Crossover plates (in Ab) and standard MB covers and it plays great, mainly due to the Crossover reeds. I'm looking to get a C next.
Sounds brilliant Kerry!
Great sounding harmonica.
I massively massively enjoyed this! Good review, although I wish you had played it more.
Love from India.....
Beautiful speech .. dear
Went to buy a marine band deluxe and was told they are no longer sold in the USA SO I have a crossover coming
Marine band Thunderbird: 💪👌
(⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Marine band Crossover: 🤌👌
(⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Marine band Deluxe: 👍🏼👌
(⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Marine band Classic: 👍🏼
(⭐⭐⭐)
The Best: Crossover!
The best is the Crossover since it has good quality, and the best to play what you want, the Thunderbird is the same Crossover but made for low tones
Excellent demo and review!!! Im going to buy a Crossover now!! Thank you very much!! Cheers from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
That is awesome to hear Jairo!
Tomlin, great review of this harmonica! It sounds like it plays awesome, but I always have a scruffy face. Is there another harmonica you can recommend that plays as well as this harmonica that also doesn't pull face hairs out? And as always thanks for making your videos!
How does this one compare to the Special 20 in therms of how easy it is to play? Im a beginner.
What is the lacquer made of? Is it food grade? Does it wear off?
I quite like my Crossover in Db but I still prefer my Seydel 1847 classic!
It's all about what feels right for you Derek :-)
If you like that, you should consider the Seydel Blues 1847 Noble!
Hohner special 20 vs Hohner Marine band crossover , which one is easier to play?
For beginners I would recommend the special 20 but I prefer the Crossover :-)
Tomlin Leckie Thanks a lot. I'm a big fan of yours. I generally play simple melodies on a hohner golden Melody in C. Just bought a special 20 in the key of Bb to get into blues
I have heard a much reviews, what Crossover can be broken very easy with begginer skill of playing.
Thanks! I love my new Crossover. Is the sealed bamboo comb safe to immerse in water?
Yes it is - I just tried with mine :-)
Crossover vs Seydel 1847 Classic ?
good honest opinion thanks
Hello. I am new to your channel and to the harmonica. I have a vintage marine band hohner in c scale and was thinking of getting this crossover model but i cant decide if i want an A or E scale. Do you have any advice that might help me?
Hiya, I definitely would suggest getting the A. The E is not very common so you will struggle to find music to play on it. The A will allow you to to play Blues in the Key of E in 2nd position. Hope that helps, Tomlin
Thanks man. Greatly appeciate it.
I cut my finger when trying to play with the expensive crossover I purchased and yesterday when I contacted Hohner to ask if it is ok to wash my harmonica as it is not wood but bamboo to my surprise I was told it will swell so why on earth should I pay for this expensive harmonica any more. I have marine band, marine band crossover , rocket and special 20 but it seems paying more does not always mean you get better product :)
Just bought this
Vandaag bestelt bij schreven in nijmegen nl de crossover honer c dit is eerste keer dus ik moet dit verkennen, ik speelde eerst een c harmonica maar nu de blues harp altijd gezocht maar nu gevonden, als het binnen is ga ik spelen
Hollo Tom,
Thanks for the video, unfortunately, I do not speak English
I am writing to you since I have the crossover in C and A major.
I play in tongue blocking
Bending very good Channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Blans bending channel 10, 9, 8 very good
Overblow Channel 6, 5, 4, 2, 1 very bad
Bamboo cane and pelvic plate leaking
Triple screwed and is not so good
Playability very good very lip friendly
I'm going back to the Hohner Golden Melody
Overblow, Bending, Blasbending much better, tongue blocking much better
What is your opinion
greetings from Germany
Nice harps my friend :-)
Golden Melody is equal temperament tuned and crossover is in compromised. Dose it make any difference while playing and is it noticeable?
Tomlin I find the biggest drawback is the price! On amazon they run from $61.01 to $89.99. I started on > $1 kiddie toys bought 1st Marine Band, about, $2.50 in 69 I believe. I was turned on to Crossovers at amazon bought at $84.99, 4 I think. Great Harps. As to are they better? That's like saying "my girl friend is better than yours!"
Hi Tom. Can you please perform Inochi no Namae with a Hohner marine band? It's a song from the movie Spirited Away by Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. A performance and even a tutorial would be very lovely. I feel like it's a beautiful song and would love to hear a version of a raw diatonic cover of it. Please?
What key would be best for intermediates?
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Love this harp But I seem to blow them out quite often , and for the price I am not sure they are worth it. Just my opinion
You can change the reeds easily on the crossover
Are you playing too hard, because you really don’t have to play as hard as some people might think to get a rocking sound
Which country belongs to harmonica 1st?????
All the reviews I read steer me to a better harmonica. It’s so confusing to me so I’m going to try the higher up ones and send each back that are not what I want or say they are
Какая тональность на видео?
The name "Crossover" seems to refer to the switch from pear wood (MB) over to bamboo. Nothing more, nothing less.
I think it was named so because it can play in wide variety music styles.
Youran exellent player bro.
Hello Tomlin. Thanks for the review. I have one of tjese on order in Bb. Live in the Philippines so it will be along wait. Have a question. I normally play Suzukis (Manjis, Olives, Promasters) and I'm paying about twice as much for the crossover on Amazon. Do you think its worth the extra $. Thanks again for all your great lessons.
Chris Godfrey For me the manji/promaster/olive are better craftmanship than the MBC. But my mustache dont like suzukis. But in sound and playability i would say they are equal.
Hi Chris - I would say that the Crossover is the same quality as Manji/Olive. The extra $ will be due to import costs from Europe.
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ARE YOU JUST MAKING IT SOUND THAT GOOD OR IS IT THAT GOOD ?! PLEASE (MAY BE MY FIRST PURCHASE) & I HAVE NO MONEY TO WASTE (AMAZON GIFT CARD TO SPEND PLEASE HELP) MOVING FROM SEATTLE TO KENTUCKY & HAND DRUM (COCOBOLO WOOD.. LOVE SOUND) TOO MUCH TO CARRY AROUND ALL THE TIME.. NEED MUSICAL RELEASE)
I have one. It is fun to play but I cannot unlock its full potential. It is a combination of player and instrument. The Crossover is a big step up from the Marine Band deluxe. It needs less air and is more responsive. A beginner might need some getting used to it. The sound will be not too good when the harmonica is played with too much pressure.
If you want to treat yourself with it, go ahead. If you are on a budget, the Marine Band may be good enough.
The negitives unshared are just another reason I’m not getting this
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This guy kind of looks like the daughter on the Gilmore Girls am I right people?
Hey Tom if you want more hits on your site minimal talking with the voice, maximum talking with the harmonica. Tip: make a concise script of you want to say, read it over about ten times in the mirror and then shoot your video, reducing your words by two thirds.
Thank you - I'll get on it :-)
I think Tomlin is pretty good about that already, but I like his humility. It's actually v good advice. You should say the same to Gussow - a great player, but he goes on and on and on with his talking in his videos.
You literally have no clue. This is a great channel. Tomlin is simply an amazing online teacher!!