Which Hohner harmonica should I buy as a beginner?

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Of these three, the Hohner Blues Harp MS in C is the most straightforward starting point if your beginner lessons use C. Match the key your lessons require before choosing a model.

For a first harmonica, the key is a practical place to start. Many beginner lessons use C, so the Hohner Blues Harp MS Harmonica C is a sensible match. Its supplied best new price is £39.

The other two options are in different keys: the Hohner Progressive Special 20 is in F, with a supplied best new price of €27, while the Hohner Rocket is in D flat (Db), at £47. Consider those if your lessons or the music you want to play call for those keys.

Don't choose on price alone: a harmonica in the wrong key won't match a lesson's backing track. These listings aren't enough to judge differences in comfort or playability, so check the lesson requirements first.

Which Hohner harmonica should I buy as a beginner?

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