The Meanest, Fattest Low-pitched Sound Around
Sometimes 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 Crossover
Tuned one octave lower than standard models
Unique 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 rattle
Special new reed profiles ensure fast response and high volume, even at extremely low pitch
Technical details
Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 0.9 mm
Reed plates (surface): brass
Reeds (number, material): 20, brass
Comb (material, color): bamboo, blonde
Comb (finish): triple lacquered
Mouthpiece (surface): bamboo
Cover plates: stainless steel
Keys: LF, LE, LEb, LD, LC, LBb, LA, LG, LFF
Type: diatonic
Tuning: Richter
Number of holes: 10
Tonal range *: 3 octaves
Length: 10 cm / 3.9”