The original blues harmonica. Virtually unchanged since it was patented in 1896, this iconic instrument represents the true deep blues like no other and is the yardstick against which all others are judged.
Originally designed for European folk music, it quickly became a prominent voice in early 20th century American blues, played by every harmonica player of this era. It's the soundtrack to broken hearts and dancing the night away, to endless prairies and sweaty nightclubs.
Like no other harmonica, the Marine Band 1896 invites you to express yourself in music, a key to unlocking your creativity. When you discover this piece of living music history, you won't just be playing the blues. You'll feel the blues."