Seydel Orchestra S (Session Steel Solo)

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Solo-tuned diatonic Harmonica with corrosion-free stainless steel reeds (orchestra-tuning), ergonomic covers and carmine red plastic comb.

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Description

Solo-tuned diatonic Harmonica with corrosion-free stainless steel reeds (orchestra-tuning), ergonomic covers and carmine red plastic comb.

The ORCHESTRA S: We are excited to offer a ten-hole, solo-tuned harmonica (Orchestra-tuning)! As with the chromatic harmonica, all notes from the major scale are available throughout a two-and-a-half octave range.

The ORCHESTRA S offers even more! Typically, the root note is found in hole 1-blow. The ORCHESTRA S places the root note at hole 3-blow, and half of the lower octave is added to holes 1 and 2. Since many players miss some of the notes on the standard Richter-tuned diatonic harmonica in the lower register the ORCHESTRA S allows them to hit the missing notes without having to apply a bending technique. The root note of the diatonic major scale is marked on the coverplate - it starts in 3 blow.

This makes the ORCHESTRA S an ideal soloing instrument; the ten-hole design makes the Orchestra-S compact enough to take your melodies anywhere!

The note layout is basically the same as that of a chromatic harmonica, making the ORCHESTRA S a great starting harmonica for learning to play a chromatic. The compact size combined with SEYDEL's durability makes the ORCHESTRA S a good choice for musical education in schools.

The ORCHESTRA S opens new possibilities to blues harmonica players by making it easy to play minor pieces (3rd position) with a sound similar to solos played on a chromatic, thanks to the solo-tuning. They will also appreciate the extended major scale in the lower register. The root note of the dominant chord is available in the hole 1-draw, making it similar to playing in 2nd position on a standard Richter-tuned harmonica.

Seasoned blues players will find all the notes of the blues scale through natural notes and bent notes, bringing soul and color to their blues improvisation. 

  • Solo-tuning in a ten-hole, compact harmonica
  • Expanded tonal range in the lower register (Orchestra tuning)
  • Stainless-steel reeds, coverplates, and screws combined for unparalleled durability (outlasting brass-reed models by up to five-times)
  • Anti-corrosive, German-silver reedplates
  • Lip-friendly, translucent carmine red plastic comb (ABS) with recessed reedplates
  • Protective, full-grain leather pouch included

The SESSION STEEL - Sounds stronger - lives longer


 

Specification

Harmonica Type
Chromatic

Body

Number of Holes
10
Harmonica Comb Material
Red Clear Plastic

Reed Plates

Spare Reedplates Available
Yes
Valved Harmonica
Non Valved

Tunings

Key
A, G, Low C, Low D, Low F,
Low keys available
Yes

Related video

Seydel Orchestra S Demonstration

Customer reviews

4.8 / 5
8 reviews for Seydel Orchestra S (Session Steel Solo)
Reviews.io customer reviews
Denise Gibson
07/12/2022
Bought as a gift
Rated 5 out of 5
Nick Flint
12/05/2022
Started to play harmonica but always had problems with windsavers so decided to try this model. So far it’s great. Good sound and easy to clean. Need practice to finf new position of holes
Rated 5 out of 5
Robert Bennett
03/08/2021
Beautifully made and great tone
Rated 5 out of 5
Jack Bethel
31/07/2021
This is the third Seydel orchestra steel I have bought. I don’t have much experience of other makes but I bought these ones because I wanted solo tuning in various keys. So far I am very happy with these harmonicas.
Rated 5 out of 5
Derek Lambourne
07/02/2016
I use it at home as an improving beginner. Have recommended product and company to friends.
Will shop with Eagle music again.
Rated 4 out of 5

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