The minor pentatonic scale with added blue note is laid out across the holes of this 10-hole diatonic harmonica, eliminating the need for bending techniques that typically take years to master. Built on the established Special 20 platform, the Hohner Pentaharp uses an ABS comb and recessed reed plates to deliver three complete blues scales without requiring advanced breath control. The tonal layout means players can move fluidly between holes without the blow-draw cycle interruption that occurs between holes 6 and 7 on standard Richter-tuned harmonicas.
This E minor configuration lets guitarists and other musicians play the same “box” scale fingering pattern they know from fretted instruments, but on harmonica. Every note sits where it's meant to be for blues and rock soloing – no overbends, no draw bends, just straight blowing and drawing. The recessed reed plate design protects the reeds whilst making lip blocking more comfortable during extended playing sessions. A snapcase is included for transport and storage.
Features
- Minor pentatonic scale with added blue note across 10 holes
- Three complete blues scales on one diatonic harmonica body
- ABS comb construction with recessed reed plates for durability
- E minor tuning matches common guitar key positions
- No bending techniques required to play blues scale tones
- Uninterrupted blow-draw cycle across the full note range
- Based on proven Special 20 harmonica platform and dimensions
- Includes protective snapcase for storage and transport



