KONGSHENG KB-12 Chromatic Modern Harmonica key of A for Beginners and Professional Adults with Unique Design

The harmonica arrived promptly along with another item I ordered a a few days ago. The problem is that the harmonica has been previously used and had oily fingerprints all over the place, There was no yellow cleaning cloth either. I did not try to play for a health reason. I returned it for a refund. I hope that this unit won't be restocked as new again.

The KONGSHENG CX-12 Hole Chromatic Harmonica has good sound at a good price; it's aesthetically pleasing, comfortable, rugged, and easy to disassemble and service. Hohner, eat your heart out.One minus: the drawing supplied with the harmonica for the note layout has errors.To help my fellow Amazon customers I made a new drawing that corrects KONGSHENG's errors. It's included with this review.

I have a CX12 in Bb and wanted a chromatic in G.Decided to try this one because of the huge price difference - and was very pleasantly surprised.It's responsive and tight - bends easily - comfortable mouthpiece - same ease of disassembly - and possibly a better slide design.Couldn't be happier.

The media could not be loaded. Step right up, folks! Feast your eyes on this little wonder – the KONGSHENG cx 12 Hole Chromatic Modern Harmonica. Not a term you'd throw around at a dinner party, but the harmonica sure can spice up a gathering.So, what makes it different from all the other harmonicas in the sea? The shell! Made entirely by hand, this plastic shell is as slick as a penguin on an ice slide. Not only does it look sharp without any actual sharp points, it won't turn your beard into a Velcro nightmare. It's a win-win for the bearded blues lovers.But the real cherry on the cake is the shape. Picture a horn, but miniaturized and flattened into harmonica form. Sounds odd, but it works! The design lets the sound escape like bats from a cave at dusk, with low back pressure to boot. It's like uncorking a bottle of vintage, letting the sound breathe and opening up the tone. The result? A strong, open tune that'll make your heart sing.Now, let's talk materials. The phosphor bronze reed, and ABS resin comb combine to make a harmonica more airtight than a submarine. It's been tested 10,000 times for hermiticity, which I assume is a fancy way of saying it's as leaky as a solid rock.Size-wise, this thing fits in your hand like a glove - if gloves were ergonomically designed rectangles. At 6.5 inches long, 2.1 inches wide, and 1.4 inches tall, it won't tire your hands out, even after an all-night jam session. The 12 holes gives you 20% more holes over 10 holes models. Those few extra holes really do extend the range. The pitch slider is quiet and easy to push. It totally responds in an instant.Did I mention the packaging? It's environmentally friendly, made from epoxy resin material, and is free from formaldehyde. It's also perfectly sized for the harmonica, which means no extra fluff to throw away. How considerate!Finally, if you're just starting your harmonica journey or if you're a seasoned pro, the KONGSHENG has got you covered. It's simple to pick up the basics, but complex enough to keep you interested.So, grab the KONGSHENG harmonica and put some blues in your life. No guarantee you'll sound like Little Walter, but hey, it's all part of the fun. Five stars for this little wonder.

What makes this harmonica distinctive is the transparent plastic outer shell, which gives it a cool, modern look and makes it easy to grasp and hold while you’re playing. Aside from that, it provides just what you’d expect from a chromatic harmonica. The reeds have a strong, clear tone, and they are all in good tune. The slide works easily and smoothly. Because of the transparent shell, you can see how the slide mechanism works to access the extra set of reeds, which is kind of fun. The harmonica comes with a sturdy plastic carrying case. It doesn’t come with a “fingering chart” or guide to the notes, but it follows the conventional tuning for a 12-hole chromatic harmonica in the key of C, and you can easily find that information online.