Electronic Harmonicas
Using various pickup methods to amplify harmonica sound.
HOSIDEN ELEMONICA 101 ca.1975 Japan.
21 hole, 21 reeds. Plastic and stainless steel construction. 7 1/2" long. 600Ohms 5mV output. Utilising one elongated wire coil pickup with six small magnets fixed to underside of pickup plate. 3 1/2mm
socket in LH side for pickup lead, complete with connectors and lead for amplifier. Can also be used as a normal harmonica.Reeds and reedplate made of stainless steel.
Harmonix BX1 Module. System allows for cable or radio link to amplifier. Easy change modules for amp system and alternative keys. Designed in the UK and Vienna and assembled in China.
Mainly plastic construction. Diatonic 10 hole 20 reeds gives a good loud sound.
HARMONIX MODULAR SYSTEM
Sound pickup by 6mm mic.
Brass reeds and reedplates.
Has integral battery holder.
Unit shown is harmonica basic module without pickup or wiring.