[Harp-L] Chromatics tuned like diatonics

["Ian Chadwick" <ichadwick@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Was wondering if anyone here could comment on the chromatic harps that are tuned like a diatonic but use the slide to get those elusive tone bends. I see Hohner has a couple and probably a few other companies offer them. I was tempted to buy one but... at $60-$80 I'm not sure the investment is sound given my low skill level.
 
Could anyone recommend a 'beginner's' chromatic that might be a suitable place to start?
 
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