MelodicaWorld

Hello Richard, the reed probably cracked if the note went flat when you played it. When I say cracked, it’s not actually visible to the eye. You can try to tune it, but if it goes flat as soon as you play it, you will need to replace the reed plate. If you purchase the reed plate, do not forget to purchase the paper gasket, as it can rip when you…Read more

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Hello Luca, a good suggestion for learning how to make your melodica is to purchase a couple of cheap ones, take them apart, study how they work, and try to modify them to your needs first. As Daren says, learn 3D design if you intend to print your parts. I wish I did; I only know CAD, so I make my parts by hand; however, with help from Dave…Read more

I agree, it can be quite effective in mimicking a harmonica. The best match I can think of is using a Clavietta to sound like a chromatic harmonica. Have a listen to Toots Thielemans!