I just read the “bald” comment, and it made me feel very sad. Not for Tomlin, he strikes me as a strong man, who has confidence in himself, but sad for the person, who felt the need to make a very personal comment, about an excellent and generous teacher. I hope that persons life improves for him, and no longer feels the need to hide behind anonymity. Best wishes, Norman Stott
Thanks for your videos Tomlin, you are the best! Funny story: for a long time I played Honer SP20 harmonicas, which I changed to Seydel Session Steel, but now I have nothing in my set except Kongsheng Amazing 20, which I love. Everyone chooses what he likes! Good luck to you and your loved ones!
I've tried a lot of harmonicas over the years, by Hohner, Seidel, Lee Oskar, Suzuki, and several other smaller companies. Some of them (well, one... the Seidel 1847 Lightning) cost over $100. The Crossover is by *far* my favorite, and worth every extra penny versus most $50-60 choices. They play the best out of the box, and are easy to disassemble and adjust. And you can buy replacement reed plates for less than $50 when a reed eventually goes bad. Tone, playability, bendability are all top notch. And personally I prefer natural wood/bamboo over plastic. Just the best.
@@bilbowaggins3036 I don't think so. I wanted to try out a low-tuned harp and had to buy a Siedel (I didn't like it, can't play on stainless steel reeds).
"Advanced beginner" here, struggling to find the time to practice and improve amid day-to-day work and family obligations. I finally warped the comb on a Marine Band 1896 and loosened the nails while disassembling another to clean it, and I have a couple of Suzuki Pro Master Paddy Richters. In my limited experience the Crossovers are definitely worth the higher price, but I'm also fortunate that the higher price is not a constraint for me. Thanks Tomlin for so much fantastic content.
Very nice review. Sometime ago I think you did a comparison of a few harmonicas of which the crossover was one. I got a few crossovers after and like them a lot because they seem easy to bend and have a smooth sound. A while later I decided to try a Rocket Amp harp ( Maybe when they started making them lime green:). I think they are very easy to play and though I play some of my other harps, I really like the rocket most these days. I will note that it took a little work to get happy with my warbles because the holes have very little space between them.
I’m a huge Crossover fan and I have 6 now my latest being Ab a week ago. I love the sound, how easy to play. And I think they are worth every penny $€ . I’m just a keen amateur. BR old friend
Great video, as usual. I think there is one thing to consider whith tthis great harmonica, and it is the distance between the front and the back. I supose its personal, depending on ones anatomy, but the space for the lips and finger is a little short for me. Not a problem with the harmonica, its a problem with my anatomy, but its something to consider if yo have hot-dog fingers Thank you for your work
Wow , for the first time some honest comments about Hohner harmonicas. Ie “sometimes you get a dud”, a coincidence is that the two I’ve bought this year have also been duds. Not crossovers , a Rocket and a Special 20 . I’ve moved onto Seydel now and so far no problems. Thankyou for your honesty To lin
I've got a set of Lee Oskars but my main set is Special 20's. Right now my search for tone is more important budget wise -- trying to get the William Clarke / Dennis Greunling tone. I just bought an Astatic JT-30 from Dennis. Now starts the journey to find the right amp. I can't find/afford a vintage tube amp like what Dennis sells so all my amps are solid state. I'm currently looking at a Boss Dual Cube LX because it has the same controls as the Boss model it has replaced and Juzzie Smith has a good video on how to dial it in and get that raunchy tube amp tone I'm looking for.
I love my Special 20’s especially with Bluemoon combs. I bought a Crossover awhile ago and initially wasn’t impressed, but after a bit of time, I love this harp and may get some more. Great video!
I have tried both the Crossover and the Deluxe and found them to be not as good or reliable as the Rocket. I also use a Special 20 "live" without any problems. Of course not everybody will like the same thing but I think it's worth checking out harmonicas in the £30 to £50 range before spending any more. P.S. Great video as usual.
Something I never realised about harmonicas is that eventually they "blow out" and don't sound so good. Maybe that's something newbies like me should know more about? What's happening? How to spot it? What to do about it! Cheers
The reed(s) either need adjustment, or if damaged beyond repair, need to be replaced; individually if possible, or all together with a whole new reed plate and reeds.
I have tried both and am happy with both of them. For me the crossover is a little easier to play. Also the bamboo comb is less affected by moisture which is a plus for me. Usually the Marine Band deluxe sits on my desk and the Crossover comes with me in the pocket. I am contemplating a harp with plastic comb for pocket carry though.
I have tried several Hohner models and they all bring me to tears! I have a moustache which the cover plates tend to grab and yank out while playing and that is quite painful. I almost gave up playing because of this problem but found that both the Suzuki Hammond and Lee Oskar have covers that don't trap hair. The Suzuki Hammond is my favorite.
Tomlin, if you see this, is there much difference in your opinion between the Crossover and the Marine Band Deluxe? Apart from the cost difference and the different comb material, that is.
I have a Crossover in C and I think It's a good harmonica but, I can't explain exactly why, I much prefer the Rocket. I have several times cracked on much expensive and, supposedly, excellent harmonicas. But, each time, I regretted spending my money and went back to my Rocket.
I just ordered my first SP20! I’m a beginner can’t wait! I noticed on line there is a little debate if the progressive model is as good as the classic? Only difference I’ve seen is the screws that attach the reed plates to the comb are bigger then in the classic model. Was just curious your thoughts?
@@landztranz Not nice? It is just what I see from my teacher. That’s how we can talk to eachother like friends. I am more bald than him and at the same age. So don’t try to make this look bad.
@@b-rj1171 Still not nice. If it's a private joke I think you should keep it between you. My opinion - you don't like it, tough, I'm 71 years old and I don't care what you think. Ha-ha!
@@landztranz Who’s not nice now? And probably you do care, otherwise you wouldn’t even consider reply to my comment that was not even meant for you. You are probably a 14 year old troll.
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I just read the “bald” comment, and it made me feel very sad. Not for Tomlin, he strikes me as a strong man, who has confidence in himself, but sad for the person, who felt the need to make a very personal comment, about an excellent and generous teacher. I hope that persons life improves for him, and no longer feels the need to hide behind anonymity. Best wishes, Norman Stott
Very cool that you exactly explain what the important aspects for you are personally. Most reviews miss exactly that. Love it
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Thanks for your videos Tomlin, you are the best! Funny story: for a long time I played Honer SP20 harmonicas, which I changed to Seydel Session Steel, but now I have nothing in my set except Kongsheng Amazing 20, which I love. Everyone chooses what he likes! Good luck to you and your loved ones!
I've tried a lot of harmonicas over the years, by Hohner, Seidel, Lee Oskar, Suzuki, and several other smaller companies. Some of them (well, one... the Seidel 1847 Lightning) cost over $100. The Crossover is by *far* my favorite, and worth every extra penny versus most $50-60 choices. They play the best out of the box, and are easy to disassemble and adjust. And you can buy replacement reed plates for less than $50 when a reed eventually goes bad. Tone, playability, bendability are all top notch. And personally I prefer natural wood/bamboo over plastic. Just the best.
Do you know if they make low tuned ones? I can't seem to find any
@@bilbowaggins3036 I don't think so. I wanted to try out a low-tuned harp and had to buy a Siedel (I didn't like it, can't play on stainless steel reeds).
@@bilbowaggins3036Hohner Thunderbirds are the low key Crossovers
"Advanced beginner" here, struggling to find the time to practice and improve amid day-to-day work and family obligations. I finally warped the comb on a Marine Band 1896 and loosened the nails while disassembling another to clean it, and I have a couple of Suzuki Pro Master Paddy Richters. In my limited experience the Crossovers are definitely worth the higher price, but I'm also fortunate that the higher price is not a constraint for me.
Thanks Tomlin for so much fantastic content.
Just ordered the Crossover, can't wait to get it
_First!_ Thx, Tomlin. Ive never tried the Crossover ... yet!
Very nice review. Sometime ago I think you did a comparison of a few harmonicas of which the crossover was one. I got a few crossovers after and like them a lot because they seem easy to bend and have a smooth sound. A while later I decided to try a Rocket Amp harp ( Maybe when they started making them lime green:). I think they are very easy to play and though I play some of my other harps, I really like the rocket most these days. I will note that it took a little work to get happy with my warbles because the holes have very little space between them.
Many many thanks Tom I have 26 Crossover ans I think...is the best
I play Lee Oscar and special 20. I just purchased the crossover. I hope I like it as well as the Lee Oscar. Thanks
I really like Hohner's Blue Harp series, which for me feel and sound best. I would place the Crossover as No. 2 and then the Marine Band harmonicas.
I’m a huge Crossover fan and I have 6 now my latest being Ab a week ago. I love the sound, how easy to play. And I think they are worth every penny $€ . I’m just a keen amateur.
BR old friend
I have a hohner rocket, which I like very much. You videos are good but I prefer this one.
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Great video, as usual. I think there is one thing to consider whith tthis great harmonica, and it is the distance between the front and the back. I supose its personal, depending on ones anatomy, but the space for the lips and finger is a little short for me.
Not a problem with the harmonica, its a problem with my anatomy, but its something to consider if yo have hot-dog fingers
Thank you for your work
I have maybe 2 Crossovers and they are great. My other favorite is the Special 20. Hohner's are the best!
Wow , for the first time some honest comments about Hohner harmonicas. Ie “sometimes you get a dud”, a coincidence is that the two I’ve bought this year have also been duds. Not crossovers , a Rocket and a Special 20 . I’ve moved onto Seydel now and so far no problems. Thankyou for your honesty To lin
Crossover is great!
I've got a set of Lee Oskars but my main set is Special 20's. Right now my search for tone is more important budget wise -- trying to get the William Clarke / Dennis Greunling tone. I just bought an Astatic JT-30 from Dennis. Now starts the journey to find the right amp. I can't find/afford a vintage tube amp like what Dennis sells so all my amps are solid state. I'm currently looking at a Boss Dual Cube LX because it has the same controls as the Boss model it has replaced and Juzzie Smith has a good video on how to dial it in and get that raunchy tube amp tone I'm looking for.
Recently got one as a birthday present and really like it but I’m more drawn to the marine band deluxe and rocket but the crossover isn’t far behind
Honor delux is my favourite one
I love my Special 20’s especially with Bluemoon combs. I bought a Crossover awhile ago and initially wasn’t impressed, but after a bit of time, I love this harp and may get some more. Great video!
El modelo Deluxe suena igual de bien
I literally ordered a Marine Band Hohner C Major this morning 😂
I have tried both the Crossover and the Deluxe and found them to be not as good or reliable as the Rocket. I also use a Special 20 "live" without any problems. Of course not everybody will like the same thing but I think it's worth checking out harmonicas in the £30 to £50 range before spending any more. P.S. Great video as usual.
I love the Hohner Rocket
The sound is amazing
But i find the holes to be a little too big
It’s still one of my favorite harmonica’s though
Something I never realised about harmonicas is that eventually they "blow out" and don't sound so good.
Maybe that's something newbies like me should know more about?
What's happening? How to spot it? What to do about it!
Cheers
The reed(s) either need adjustment, or if damaged beyond repair, need to be replaced; individually if possible, or all together with a whole new reed plate and reeds.
Thanks and i really like your videos i learn alot. One question what do think about the Hohner Blues harp MS series Thanks
I’ve not played one personally but some
Of my students like them :-)
@@TomlinHarmonica thanks
Hi Tomlin ...I have a Hohner MS blues harp in C...is this decent??
Ik ga binnenkort ook de crossover kopen dus mijn ervaring is ,gewoon mijn ervaring en niet dat van een ander 😊
Is the crossover harp good for a beginner?
The Marine Band Deluxe is my favorite, but I've not tried the crossover.
They are pretty much the same :-)
I have tried both and am happy with both of them. For me the crossover is a little easier to play. Also the bamboo comb is less affected by moisture which is a plus for me. Usually the Marine Band deluxe sits on my desk and the Crossover comes with me in the pocket. I am contemplating a harp with plastic comb for pocket carry though.
Easttop T008 - sandwich design with plastic comb.
I do love the Crossover: very hard to beat. But $$... so it forced me to rediscover the ...1896 MB. I open (fold) the back now: WOW!
MB Deluxe
Im playin on custom MB classic C, Anm
I have tried several Hohner models and they all bring me to tears! I have a moustache which the cover plates tend to grab and yank out while playing and that is quite painful. I almost gave up playing because of this problem but found that both the Suzuki Hammond and Lee Oskar have covers that don't trap hair. The Suzuki Hammond is my favorite.
Shave
@@jacksonblack2776 Lol, agreed. Cut that shit back.
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Model und nomen harmoniker?
Tomlin, if you see this, is there much difference in your opinion between the Crossover and the Marine Band Deluxe? Apart from the cost difference and the different comb material, that is.
They are very very similar. I use both interchangeably
I have a Crossover in C and I think It's a good harmonica but, I can't explain exactly why, I much prefer the Rocket.
I have several times cracked on much expensive and, supposedly, excellent harmonicas. But, each time, I regretted spending my money and went back to my Rocket.
Stick to what you like :-)
Hohner crossovers an deluxe the best
I just stick with special 20 progressive. There's no reason to spend money on testing other harps.
I need one of those! I’m a beginner. I’m having a hard time getting the 1 and 2 hole draw. It sounds terrible
I just ordered my first SP20! I’m a beginner can’t wait! I noticed on line there is a little debate if the progressive model is as good as the classic? Only difference I’ve seen is the screws that attach the reed plates to the comb are bigger then in the classic model. Was just curious your thoughts?
I love the MB. I do have a Deluxe... but I don't really like it; I find it too airy. How does the Crossover compare?
In my mind the Crossover and Deluxe are virtually identical so if you don’t like the Deluxe you probably won’t like the Crossover
@@TomlinHarmonica LOL. Okay, Thanks, Tomlin 🙂
What do you think of the Hohner rocket.
Loud
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It’s a good harmonica :-)
@@TomlinHarmonica right now crossovers and rockets are the only harmonicas I’m playing. I’m building a set of both.
Now, how did you read my mind? 😳
short answer: hell to the yes.
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Is it worth it? Short answer: yup! Sure is
You directed us to the American Amazon site, the world does not revolve around America.
you want Wish or Temu?
Look for it yourself then, simple.
Yes it does. 🇺🇸
Getting bald quick mate 😮
Not nice. What does that have to do with this informative video?
Makes life easier :-)
@@landztranz Not nice? It is just what I see from my teacher. That’s how we can talk to eachother like friends.
I am more bald than him and at the same age. So don’t try to make this look bad.
@@b-rj1171 Still not nice. If it's a private joke I think you should keep it between you. My opinion - you don't like it, tough, I'm 71 years old and I don't care what you think. Ha-ha!
@@landztranz Who’s not nice now? And probably you do care, otherwise you wouldn’t even consider reply to my comment that was not even meant for you. You are probably a 14 year old troll.