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Melodica-Me replied to the topic Hohner Melodica, classic versus new in the forum General melodica discussion 10 years, 2 months ago
My pleasure Lowboy, I am hoping to have some time to record both Melodicas this weekend, if so I will post.
ThanksMelodica-Me
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Melodica-Me replied to the topic Hohner Melodica, classic versus new in the forum General melodica discussion 10 years, 2 months ago
Hello Kevin, it is one solid piece of metal and it is flat. It curves up around the end that wraps up to the back of the keys with slots for the sound to come out. The end caps appear to be a hard plastic, the finish is almost a brush look and almost looks like wood but I would say plastic. I have never opened it and don’t know what to expect so…Read more
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Kevin replied to the topic Hohner Melodica, classic versus new in the forum General melodica discussion 10 years, 2 months ago
Melodica-me, I’m all full of questions, such as how is it constructed, is that back one piece of metal (or plastic) similar to the curved metal tray design that Suzuki has been using lately? Are the end-caps plastic like on the Piano 36?
I think I need to be patient and see what else you reveal to us.
Everyone else, is the name HM-36 referring…Read more -
Alan Brinton replied to the topic Hohmer HM 901 (Soprano) Problems in the forum Melodica construction, repair and maintenance 10 years, 2 months ago
I think that’s an alto, Kenneth. But, in any case, unless I could return it, I’d open it up and take a look inside. If the reeds are discolored, it’s not new. The HM-901 is not being marketed anymore. It sounds like there may be something interfering with some of the reeds. Maybe some debris got in there — food particles, lint from cloth used to…Read more
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Lowboy replied to the topic Hohner Melodica, classic versus new in the forum General melodica discussion 10 years, 2 months ago
Hi All,
I have lots to say to Hohner and about vintage melodicas, but I must get to work. I will contribute later.
However, I would love to hear what the Professional 36 sounds like. Thanks for the photos Melodica-me.
Lowboy