Lee Oskar Harmonica, Major Key of B Flat

I completely switched from obvious top name brand Harmonica(s) during the taping of my Album Monica (Bleu Sturgeon) a while back, which is a Harmonica focused Pop Guitar. Ccurrently i own between 20 and 30 L.O. Harps. I have never looked back and occasionally play one of my old harps - only to be reminded. The playability, tone, and predictable quality mean i don't break them in, i don't fix em, i don't have to wash em in hopes the bad reeds will work again and during a gig. They just do. I have the fix kit that Lee Oskar sells but have never used it. Confession: i listened to 1973 and 74 War - every day while making Monica. Lee built harps for musicians and players. you will hear Harmonic Minor and his unique modes Melody Maker on my album.

I've maintained a motley collection of harmonica models over the years; Hohner models from Marine Band to Special-20 to Meisterklasse 580 plus a few other brands. But, with this latest acquisition, I am completely migrated now to Lee Oskar. (With the exception of my trusty 55 year old wood-comb nailed-covers Marine Band in F, which I only keep out of nostalgia as I mostly use a Lee Oskar low-F for chugging blues out in C.) I like Lee Oskar harps because of their durability, parts availability, easy strip down for thorough cleaning, high volume, easy but not too easy bends, great intonation out of the box, and sweet tone. Not to mention completive pricing for a pro-class instrument!

In my opinion, Lee Oskar harmonicas are the best...the tone is pleasing to my ear and overall construction is superior to any other brand, including Hohner

Very good quality

Great brand. I've just started playing the harp and decided to try out a few different brands. This was in the mid-price range and seemed to offer a better experience than some of the lower priced harps. I'd heard others say that Lee Oskar was a good brand. I like how easy it is to play. I also like that the key is printed boldly on the harp. It takes little effort to produce a great sound. I had a Marine Band that I had purchased 20 years ago that prompted my new interest in learning. I wasn't sure I'd like the plastic in the Oskar, compared with the wood in the Marine Band, but now I think I prefer the plastic better. At least I know the plastic won't swell like the wood. I enjoyed this harp so much I bought 2 more in different keys. When the others I bought are no longer playable, I'll probably replace them with Lee Oskar's as well.

Received as advertised. No surprises.

I have had harmonicas for over 20 years - notice I didn't say have "played" for that long. Due to arthritis in my hands I have been forced to retire from guitar playing and decided to revisit the harp. I had some Blues Harps and a few other models from Hohner, including Special 20s. I bought the Lee Oskar because - at the time - nobody had any Bb 20s. I really like this harp. It's easy to bend,has a smooth clean tone, and bright sound. I also like the fact that if I "blow" a reed I don't have to replace the whole thing. I will be buying more in other keys and configurations. Very nice !!!

These are not cheap, but worth every penny. You can't make quality music on cheap equipment. This is the best you can get.