Lee Oskar 1910HDM Harmonic Minor Harmonica in Key of Dm

Description: Shop By Department New Arrivals On Sale Pre-Owned Gear & B-Stock Lee Oskar 1910HDM Harmonic Minor Harmonica in Key of Dm Lee Oskar 1910HDM Harmonic Minor Harmonica in Key of Dm Lee designed this harp to produce soulful, Eastern European sounds. 5 notes have been changed from standard major tuning making Yiddish, French, Italian, Greek, Asian, Middle Eastern, gypsy and folk styles much easier to play. Built in Japan to his exacting standards and incorporating new techniques and materials, it was in 1983 that Lee Oskar introduced his new harmonica. The radically different harp design grew out of Lees frustration with the lack of quality and consistency in the mouth harps of the day. The design also benefited from Oskars insights as a seasoned recording and touring pro. The Danes Design Central to Oskars design is a smooth plastic comb that doesnt swell like traditional wood combs. Aside from being easier to keep clean, the plastic comb is impervious to the swelling of conventional harmonica wood combs that can tear up the players lips. By making affordable replacement reed plates available, Oskars harps can be easily refurbished. You no longer need to toss out a harmonica because a reed or two has gone south. Replacement reed plates are available for every model in the Lee Oskar harmonica lineup and installation is easy since they mount to the comb with just three self-tapping screws. The reed plates have wide chambers and narrow dividers for faster, easier playing. A precision-molded, recessed bed holds the reed plate securely to prevent air leakage and project a bigger sound. The corrosion-proof, stainless steel cover plates are also engineered for excellent projection and tone. (Replacement cover plates are also available.) Lee Oskar harmonicas are tuned to 441-plus hertz for a brighter sound. With equal tuning by octaves, Lee Oskar harps have excellent intonation for blowing highly articulate, single-note leads. More Keys and Modes Lees innovation didnt stop with a better-designed harp. Recognizing the need for harmonicas tuned in other than the major and natural minor diatonic scales, he introduced the Melody Maker and Harmonic Minor series that make it easier to play melodies difficult if not impossible to play with a standard diatonic harmonica. Another indication of Oskars hard-won knowledge as a touring pro: Each harp is clearly marked in bright white on both ends with its first- and second-position (straight and cross-harp) keys. Each harmonica box is color-coded according to its series and also displays its key prominently. If youve ever struggled to find the right harp on a darkened stage, you will appreciate this simple yet essential touch. About Lee Oskar Even if you dont recognize Lee Oskar by name, if youve listened to pop radio much, youve probably heard his highly personal mouth harp style on War hits like "The Cisco Kid," "Low Rider," and "Why Cant We Be Friends." Oskars staccato phrasing and uncanny tone—put to great use blowing horn-like unison riffs with saxman Charles Miller—gave Wars funky stew of Latino, Caribbean, African, jazz, rock, and R&B elements a distinctive lead voice. This was especially true after the departure of vocalist Eric Burdon. The former Animals singer had been a focal point for War on early hits like "Spill The Wine." The bands eclectic and fluent mix of genres proved a rich fount leading to a string of 70s and 80s hits, usually with Oskars distinctive harp riffs providing the signature sound. Smooth plastic combs easy on lips All components are easily replaceable Produces bright tone with plenty of volume Shipping Policy BUYER PAYS SHIPPING-WE SHIP VIA FEDEX OR UPS. 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Price: 49.99 USD

Location: Middletown, New York

End Time: 2023-12-21T07:33:07.000Z

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