Re: [Harp-L] Manji Diatonic Demo (Rob Paparozzi)

[Kevin Hamilton <kham27@xxxxxxxxx>]

I too like Suzuki harmonicas and I would love to try a Manji now! My
bluesmasters lasted the longest out of all the brands I've tried. Lee Oskars
are long lived too.

I must say however that the Suzuki Fire Breath is an expensive harmonica
($100+ CAD) that more often than not sticks. Right out of the box. While it
is easier to OB on right out of the box, it still needs to be tweaked. The 4
hole is challenging. All in all, I was disappointed in the Fire Breath
because of the all too often choking. I mean all to often. I love te tone
and overall warmth of it (rosewood comb) but I don't play it in a public
arena. I'm an intermediate player and I don't have an aggressive technique
so I imagine a pro would choke it out more. (I think)

My two cents. The Manji sounds like a better value.

Kevin

On 30 April 2010 08:23, Rob Paparozzi <Chromboy@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Hi Everyone,
>
> First, I wanted to thank everyone for checking out my Videos demo-ing The
> Suzuki Harps that I love and endorse. IMO, Suzuki really listens to not only
> the Pro players but ALL the players that want a better harp and one that
> fits YOUR budget, they listen to and act on the players suggestions.....
>
> I promised that I would make the next batch better and I'm getting there
> slowly... a BIG Thanx to a Real Pro Richard Hunter for his tips and
> insight..thank Richard you are the best!...(the link is below)
>
> Well, here's my DEMO for the MANJI Diatonic, I know, it's not as slick as
> Brendan's,-) Mine was LOW budget a desk and sheet,-)
>
> I wanted to keep it fun so I chose a tune that I thought would bring back
> some memories for us old timers!!
>
> It's a Blues 'kinda' called 'The Baby Elephant Walk', it's in F and I'm on
> a Bb Cross Harp. Although no OB's are needed for this song I could not
> resist sticking one or two in later in the solo. I'm not a Overblower and
> even "I" can play them without tweaking the harp...the amazing thing is the
> way Suzuki has these 'Gapped', I can OB and then play my usual HARD style
> w/o a 'bit of choking of notes'...
>
> (oh, the play along it Hal Leonard "At the Movies" CD...I love the Drummers
> 2nd line Streetbeat on this cut!)
>
>
> that really is impressive to me. I hope the OB players are gentle on me,-)
>
> If you want more Technical info on these Harp, you really should check out
> Brendan's excellent videos on the Manji's
>
>
> Ok nuff said...hope you find it entertaining and helpful.....on with the
> show!
>
> MANJI DEMO Rob Paparozzi- The Baby Elephant Walk
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSBXF1Y57j8
>
> Love & Peace & Harps
>
> Rob Paparozzi
>
> PS...here are the others if you missed them on the Fabulous:
>
> Three Views of a Secret
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-y1OwbQnMgo
>
> This Masquerade
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piLyXu9OnuI
>
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