Hohner Marine Band 1896 Diatonic Harmonica 5 Pack
- 5 harmonicas in G, A, C, D and E
- Diatonic, stainless steel side vents
- Case included
- Blues sound profile, lacquered finish
- 9.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 inches, 16 ounces
- 90 day warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A five-key diatonic set from Hohner's classic blues harmonica, supplied with a case. It is a collection of five separate harps, not a chromatic model.
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ASIN: B001GF9AS6Model: Marine Band 1896Category: Harmonicas
Overview
Hohner puts five of its Marine Band 1896 diatonic harmonicas in one case, covering the keys of G, A, C, D and E. Each has stainless steel side vents and a lacquered finish.
The Marine Band is described as the archetypal blues harmonica, almost unchanged in design and first made for European folk music before becoming a voice of American blues. A five-key set lets a player cover more songs without hunting for single harps. Hole count and reed details are not listed.
Who it's for
Blues and folk players who want to cover several keys on the road. Chromatic players, or anyone who needs tuning variants beyond the five keys, should look at another listing.
Pros and cons
- Five keys in one set
- Stainless steel side vents
- Blues-focused sound profile
- Hole count not listed
- Five separate instruments to carry and manage
Performance notes
Each harmonica is a diatonic in its own key, so the set covers five keys rather than one range. The blues sound profile and side vents shape the tone. The listing gives no reed plate or comb details.
Specifications
| Brand | Hohner |
|---|---|
| Model | Marine Band 1896 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 16 ounces |
| Item dimensions | 9.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless steel |
| Finish Type | Lacquered |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Case |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 90 day warranty |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | G, A, C, D, E |
| Sound Profile | Blues |
| Number of Items | 5 |
| Style | Professional |
Closest rivals on specs
Suzuki Manji M-20-MP Harmonica 3-Piece Set- Item weight 16 vs 9.92 ounces (+61%)
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SEYDEL Blues Session Steel Harmonica Key of C- Item weight 16 vs 3.2 ounces (+400%)
Frequently asked questions
How should I look after the Marine Band harmonicas?
The listing gives no care guide. It includes a case and a lacquered finish, with a 90 day warranty.
Which keys come in the Marine Band 5-pack?
The listing gives G, A, C, D and E.
Is the Marine Band a chromatic harmonica?
No. It is a diatonic harmonica set, one harp per key.