★★★★★
Value
30%
Quality
35%
Sound
50%

Features

  • A longtime favorite of many Country artists, this harp is always ready to express your spontaneous musical soul.
  • The Old Standby has standard tuning.

Is the Hohner Old Standby Any Good?

The Hohner Old Standby is an inexpensive diatonic harmonica, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s a good buy. All Hohner harmonicas used to be made in Germany, but some are now outsourced to China. Newer Old Standby models are made in China. They still look the same, featuring stainless steel covers and brass reeds, but the quality has definitely diminished. The reeds in the newer Old Standby models tend to go flat quickly. In fact, some arrive with flat reeds. This harmonica is a good cheap choice for kids that want to practice, but anyone who really wants to learn should probably invest a little more money on a more reliable model.

From the Manufacturer

Perfect for harmonica beginners and hobbyists, this is classic harmonica sound with its own case. Your faithful friend. Whether you’re riding high, singing the blues or just waiting on a train, this is the harp that will get you through. Take it with you wherever you go. A longtime favorite of many Country artists, this harp is always ready to express your spontaneous musical soul. The Old Standby has standard tuning.

PROS

Inexpensive

Good for beginners to practice on

CONS

Lower quality parts

Reeds go flat easily

Sorry this harmonica is currently not available for purchase.
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