Hohner Meisterklasse fan club

[HUGO]

Does anyone know where to source another case?  Plastic or leather.  I looked on the Hohner parts site but did not see one.

 I like to wrap my harmonica in an instrument cloth, put it in a zippered pouch (pencils / tools) and then, into whatever tote I use for transport or, storage.   I find this provides great protection from shock,  the elements  and temperature changes.  The cloth serves as the initial barrier to the outside world and also is a personalized wipe for that particular harmonica, which regularly goes in the wash.   That's not something you cannot do with a fitted case.

- Hugo

[SlideMeister]

Danny G has some cases that are pretty good. I've been using his cases for a few years now and they look good and hold up great. I don't just wear them to conventions like most folks; I wear mine on my belt everyday. After three years, after opening and closing it thousands of times, I'm finally starting to notice a little wear on the zipper. Buy one! They're good looking, durable and a great value.

[Laina]

Kytary (based in Czech Rep.) has this on offer for £338. They told me the stock was direct from Hohner in Dec 2019. I've never bought from Kytary so can't comment on service but they quote a 3 year warranty. 
https://kytary.co.uk/hohner-meisterklasse-chromatic/HN118392/?s=xkJsjIEljrjDb03Tug9B2w%3d%3d

[Wendellfiddler]

Yes, I agree that Danny's cases are good.  I use them.  And there's this:  Scosche SoundKase DFC1X  (a nice, padded zipper case)

You can find it on-line from multiple sources.  I first saw it when Jim Lohman had his MK in one.  It fits the MK, Suzuki 56, and the CX-12 really well. 

Doug Tanner

[Doug]

Yes, I agree that Danny's cases are good.  I use them.  And there's this:  Scosche SoundKase DFC1X  (a nice, padded zipper case)

You can find it on-line from multiple sources.  I first saw it when Jim Lohman had his MK in one.  It fits the MK, Suzuki 56, and the CX-12 really well. 

Doug Tanner

Aaahhhhh, so you’re the guy who recommended the Scosche case, Mr. Tanner. On your recommendation years back I bought this case for my CX12 and it has lived in there ever happily ever since. I’ve carried it in a backpack with a bunch of stuff many times and it always comes out unscathed. It is a soft, lightly padded case though. Danny’s case takes more abuse, if you need it.

[Wendellfiddler]

Haha, well as I said, you really have Jim Lohman to thank for that, rest his soul.   
That and some wonderful music he made. Wally P has a bunch of videos of him posted on his youtube page.  Easiest way to find them is probably to search for Jim Lohman.

doug t

[HUGO]

Yes, I agree that Danny's cases are good.  I use them.  And there's this:  Scosche SoundKase DFC1X  (a nice, padded zipper case)

You can find it on-line from multiple sources.  I first saw it when Jim Lohman had his MK in one.  It fits the MK, Suzuki 56, and the CX-12 really well. 

Doug Tanner

Thanks for the tip Doug. I ordered a couple for my own MK, S-56, CX-12.

 Hugo

[Wendellfiddler]

A friend of mine leaves his new ones out in the air - open - for a while to out gas it.  I have not been compelled to do so myself, it didn't bother me.  But just so you know.  If it has an odor like new car smell that you don't like, it will dissipate after a while if you leave it out.

doug tanner

[Otter]

Regarding cases, I found a case branded AGPTEK that's sold as being for the Apple Pencil. A 16 hole Hohner is a snug fit, so it should be good for a 14 hole. They're a cloth covered zip up case with a semi rigid foam shell, and not too expensive on Amazon.

[HUGO]

They sound very nice . They are airtight . Have a very smooth mouthpiece . The weight feels awesome . Are beautiful to look at . And come in a cool leather box . What's not to like .

 When I recently re-auditioned my MK, after purchasing and playing some of its competitors, I came away with a new appreciation for my MK. I really can't add anything to Maynards' description except to say that; I now appreciate, more than ever, the "Meister Klasse tuning" as I've heard it called here on SM.

 With its 14 hole "Meister Klasse tuning" design, you have the tunings of two harmonicas in one:
* Standard - "Solo tuning" (plus 2 additional low notes)
* "Orchestra" Tuning (plus 2 additional high notes. A term from Seydel Harmonicas)

 Throw in an impossibly slick mouthpiece and Bob's your uncle!

 What's not to like,, indeed!

- HUGO

[SlideMeister]

I have a special box for what I call my"primo axes." In that cigar humidor, live two Meisterkli and one stainless steel, Gardner'ized 270. Sure, there are other high end Chromatics out there, but these are fantastic, AND actually in my price range; one $200, another $50 and the other, nothin' .

[Edward Brock]

, but these are fantastic, AND actually in my price range; one $200, another $50 and the other, nothin' .


No one can ever fault the Old SlideMeister of being snookered into over paying for a little Blow Toy. 

[SlideMeister]

I actually wrote a $200 check for the first MK, and made the guy promise not to cash it for a few days while I stole some money somewhere to cover the check. That was more than twice what I ever paid for a harmonica in my life. (come to think of it; it still is )

[HUGO]

I actually wrote a $200 check for the first MK, and made the guy promise not to cash it for a few days while I stole some money somewhere to cover the check. That was more than twice what I ever paid for a harmonica in my life. (come to think of it; it still is )

Age, I love that story! Few instruments have withstood the test of time like my Meisterklasse. So, likewise, I have no regrets.

- Alejo

[Age]

Crazier yet, that was 18 years ago and here she is tonight. Still gorgeous!

[HUGO]

Andy Wilson did a great job setting up my Meisterklasse with new reedplates and wooden covers. Along with the MKs' wonderful standard features, my new fave is super responsive, sounds great and is comfortable to hold. Did I mention its impossibly slick mouth piece?

[Age]

Wow! That's beautiful. I was playing mine again last night. I'm a big MK fan.

[servus]

I'm still poking around at the one I bought on Ebay Classified Ads (maybe that only exists in Germany) at a reasonable price - 280 euros. Sometimes it seems like it's not quite airtight. Sometimes it behaves itself nicely and plays smoothly. Sometimes there is a resistence I never sense on my Symphony 48. The mouhpiece - at least for me - needs getting used to. I guess I'm a half-moon man. Increasingly though, I'm appreciating the shape of that mouthpiece. The jury is still out on my total impression.

                               PJ

[Age]

"Tight" is (or at least should be) one of the main things that sets the Chromatic apart from the other kind, and air-tight issues are common in all Chromatics. Slide assemblies, reed gaps, valves and comb seals are the usual subjects. A good inspection will always show where the "gremlins" are.

MK's are quality instruments and are usually pretty tight. Lay the thing in a quarter (mouthpiece down of course) inna inch of water, push the button in a few times then give it a smack on your thigh, and play something.  If it sounds tight afterwards (only temporarily) the problem is in the slide assembly. If not, it's either valves/windsavers, or reedplate/comb seal, or your reed gaps are waaaay too large

[servus]

Thanks Age. Will give it the old college try. I understand a little about valves but reedplates and comb seals are one shoe size larger than my feet. I mean: how do you seal an unsealed comb? Or make a reedplate airtight? Umm...is a reedplate the plate the reeds are set in? If so, I never took one apart though I have seen videos.
               
              PJ

[Wendellfiddler]

Sometimes just making the gapping consistent helps the harp feel "tighter".   - no need to be perfect, but close and progressively wider as the notes get lower -

doug tanner