Hohner Marine Band Thunderbird D-Major, low octaveThe Meanest, Fattest Low-pitched Sound AroundSometimes the sound of a harmonica in regular tuning is just not fat enough to really counterbalance the power of guitar, bass and drums. Fitted with our patented bamboo comb, the Marine Band Thunderbird offers the perfect solution. It’s tuned one octave lower than standard harps and features an innovative tapered cover design to prevent reed rattle, inspired by the work of legendary harmonica customizer Joe Filisko. The lowest tuned diatonic model in our portfolio, it deliverers a powerful, rich sound that’ll make the floor shake. Experience a hitherto unknown dimension of deep-toned harmonica playing, let it carry you away into new sonic adventures, and reshape the perception of how the harmonica sounds.Features otherwise as Marine Band CrossoverTuned one octave lower than standard modelsUnique cover design with tapered form, inspired by the work of legendary harmonica customizer Joe Filisko, permit s low draw reeds to vibrate. freely without striking cover and prevents reed rattleSpecial new reed profiles ensure fast response and high volume, even at extremely low pitchTechnical detailsReed plates (material, thickness): brass, 0.9 mmReed plates (surface): brassReeds (number, material): 20, brassComb (material, color): bamboo, blondeComb (finish): triple lacqueredMouthpiece (surface): bambooCover plates: stainless steelKeys: LF, LE, LEb, LD, LC, LBb, LA, LG, LFFType: diatonicTuning: RichterNumber of holes: 10Tonal range *: 3 octavesLength: 10 cm / 3.9”