Rating: - Didn't match reviews
I was very excited to purchase my first "real" harmonica, after learning on a $7 hohner and playing on an older (now extinct) brand. The Lee Oskar was very highly rated. However, when I got it, I was slightly dissapointed. It was very solidly built and very airtight. However, after about two weeks of playing, which usually breaks in any of the others, it still resembles the sound and quality of a Hohner Bluesband, which a friend got me for christmas. It bends well (not seen in the bluesband), and is again very durable, abiet heavier and somewhat larger. I think my next course of action would be to comapre it to the Hohner Special 20 and see if their is a difference, or if I am expecting too much.
Rating: - Great sound. Great Price. Great instrument.
I'm the kind of person who gets on Amazon and does research on a product before I buy it. I read reviews, learn all the nitty-gritty details, and consider the price. That's why, after a week or so, I opted for this harmonica over several Hohners and cheaper models. The reviews are almost all positive, and Lee Oskar is a name I can trust in the harmonica business.
This Lee Oskar Harmonica is an absolutely beautiful instrument. The sound of the reeds is warm and strong, and the overall construction of the piece itself is simply great.
Who is this harmonica for? Everyone. Even if you're just beginning, don't think you have to start out on a $3 harmonica from Wal-Mart. Get something nice in a key you feel comfortable with, which is most likely C if you're just starting out, and you'll be much better off. You'll sound better and won't get frustrated like you would when your $3 harmonica's reeds give out after nine minutes. Don't be put off by the price; you get what you pay for. $22 or so for a fantastic diatonic harmonica with a nifty case is worth it. Even if you are a professional or amateur player, you can appreciate Lee Oskar's harps since he is an authority on the subject.
The bottom line is that this harmonica exceeded every one of my expectations and is an absolute joy to play and to hear played. It's a beautiful instrument that is well worth the money, and it will surely delight any player for years to come.
Rating: - Get it
Great harmonica, I am just learning and am really hooked. I made the mistake of buying a $4.00 harmonica. I should have gone straight to this one. It is head and shoulders above the "cheap" harp and a lot easier to play.
Rating: - Very nice harmonica
I bought this harmonica and a beginner's book for harmonica for my boyfriend and he really likes them both. The harmonica has a very nice sound and I am really glad that I ordered it.
Rating: - Wow! I never though I could play an instrument!
I just got this product less then a week ago and I can already play the chorus to..."you are my sunshine", "Kum ba yah", "Amazing Grace" "Awesome God" and a little bit of "Have yourself a merry little Christmas". I have been able to almost perfectly nail the single notes on every song, loud and clear with a little help from the internet lesson sites. This harmonica is great. I've never thought I could play in instrument before this. The harmonica sounds terrific and plays very well once you figure out how to draw and blow better. I have no complaints with this harp. Would certainly buy a "Lee Oskar" again. And to anyone starting off...as long as you have the motovation to do it...you will rock this thing! :o)
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- Great sound. Great Price. Great instrument.