THE SHORT BASS
In almost all music, the bass is the bottom line, the anchor that holds the whole thing
together. This is just as true for harmonica ensembles as any other line-up. It’s not a
simple matter to build a reed instrument that can respond with the speed and volume which
group performance demands, especially in the low register down to E2, but our professional
Bass harmonicas are made to do just that. They feature a hinged two part construction and
each channel contains two reeds, tuned one octave apart, giving a remarkably rich and powerful
sound. Here too, the lower reed of each pair is located on the inner rows to ensure balanced
microphoning and accentuate the bass. As with the Chord 48, our Bass harmonicas have now been
redesigned to optimize volume, handling and maintenance. The mouthpiece is integrated into the
new acrylic comb construction for unparalleled airtightness and the full screw together assembly
ensures ease of maintenance. The Bass 58 is the smaller of our two bass models, with a range of
E2 - E4, and is ideal for all types of harmonica ensemble.
Balanced microphoning
The lower of each pair of octave tuned reeds is located on the inner rows to enable balanced
microphoning and accentuate the bass
New comb design
Transparent, resilient acrylic comb looks great and ensures reliable performance under
all climate conditions
Integrated mouthpiece
Mouthpiece is integrated into comb construction for unparalleled airtightness and response
Completely assembled with screws
Completely assembled with screws for easy maintenance
Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 2.0 mm
Reed plates (surface): brass
Reeds (number, material): 58, brass
Comb (material, color): acrylic, transparent
Comb (finish): acrylic
Mouthpiece (surface): acrylic
Cover plates: stainless steel
Type: orchestra
Tuning: chromatic
Number of holes: 29
Tonal range: 2 octaves, E2 - E4
Length: 21.3 cm / .4"