HOHNER Toots Hard Bopper C

The Jazz Legend
Being one of the greatest Jazz harmonica players of the 20th century, 
and an influence to countless artists, it was always clear that one instrument 
alone wouldn’t pay justice to the incredible Toots Thielemans. So we made two. 
This second instrument is also designed specifically to Toots’s specifications. 
Thick reed plates and long slot reeds give the Hard Bopper a rich, voluminous sound and incredibly 
fast single reed response, making it perfect for fast-paced, rocking styles.

Special thick and coated reed plates

The thick reed plates promise a rich, voluminous sound 
and an incredibly fast response

Wooden comb
The wooden comb ensures a warm, rich sound 
and is lacquered to eliminate swelling

Special cover plates
The cover plates are embossed with 
Toots’ signature and a serial number

Chrome-plated mouthpiece
Outstanding sliding properties thanks to
the chrome plating

Technical Details
Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 1.2 mm  
Reed plates (surface): nickel  
Reeds (number, material): 48, brass  
Comb (material, color): pearwood, brown  
Comb (finish): double lacquered  
Mouthpiece (surface): chrome  
Cover plates: stainless steel  
Slide construction: straight  
Keys: C  
Type: chromatic  
Tuning: solo  
Number of holes: 12  
Tonal range: 3 octaves, C4 – D7  
Length: 15.5 cm / 6.1"