Suzuki Chromatix 12 SCX-48, G Reviews

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The Chromatix is designed for the professional player and is hand built. It has an ergonomic mouthpiece, smooth precision slide mechanism, extra thick reed plates …is extremely airtight and comes in a deluxe soft lined case. Available in 12, 14 and 16 hole models. The 14 and 16 hole models are only available in ‘C’. The 12 hole Chromatix model is available in C, G, A, D and F. Features include ergonomically designed mouthpiece, precise and smooth slide mechanism, ABS comb, Phosphor Bronze reed plates and chrome plated covers. Exquisite attention to detail.

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“I have played harmonicas for many years (folk/blues), but always diatonic instruments. My uncle played jazz on a chromatic harmonica when I was a child (A Larry Adler Pro!). I wasn't let near it! I used to try to play it when he wasn't around (I was ten years old!). When he died my aunts binned it because it was 'dirty'! By the time I was 12 I was playing a harmonica of my own - but never a 'chrom' - way too pricey and I couldn't understand what the 'button' was for! That all changed a few months ago when a friend of mine gave me a Chinese 'Tower' chromatic C harmonica, that he regarded as junk. I quickly found it wasn't the best instrument in the world, but it played tunefully, and was truly chromatic, as I found within a few hours, when I grasped the essentials of the button! I very quickly became aware of its musical similarity to the Anglo Chromatic Concertina, which I play, and found it rendered folk/dance tunes remarkably well. Only problem being it worked well in enough (In C), but G is the most useful key in our folk sessions. So I made two decisions I wanted 1- a high end chromatic harmonica and 2- one in G! Consequently I spent a few weeks agonising about which one I should purchase .....Hohner Chromonica, Seydel, etc. etc. But not Suzuki- simply out of my price range! This particular model, however was actually on sale at a competitive price, so I watched the vids, studied the specs, and quickly realised it was a no- brainer.....there was nothing not to like! So I purchased it.......does everything it says on the tin - heft, high build quality, phosphor bronze reeds, fully serviceable and has a very loud shout! Sweet and tuneful on every note and chords like a concertina! Superb bit of kit!”

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