The Dannecker Blues Optimus Lex

The Dannecker Blues Optimus Lex - The Stratocaster of The Harp World

The same Optimus solid metal cover plates but fitted with a Lexan comb - (as used in the Dannecker Blues Lex). This reduces the weight of the harp whilst at the same time faithfully reproducing the sound and warmth of wooden combed instruments.

The Dannecker Blues Optimus Lex Features:

• Constructed and hand crafted from solid Brass and Lexan
• Cover plates crafted from solid metal and comb from Lexan -
  Eco-friendly components designed to last a lifetime
• A totally new internal Opti-Chamber™ within the core of the instrument acts as a tonal chamber which projects resonance and tonal volumes to levels so far unheard of from a blues harmonica - even when played acoustically and at low volume
• 'Opti-Chamber'™ further enhances cupped hand expression, vibrato and deep draw and blow bends like no other harp on the planet
• Comb and cover plates accept Hohner's top of the range Meisterklasse MS reed plates as well as the heavy gauge Hohner MS brass reed plates (especially suited to the low/tenor keys)
• Beautiful mellow velvet tone
• Available in the full set of keys and tunings from low D to high G
• Weighs approximately 215 grams - slightly more than the original Dannecker Blues due to the solid metal construction
• Entire mouthpiece and reed plate edges honed and smooth
• Unique concept round comb mouthpiece section - for supreme playing comfort
• Comb and cover plates accept Hohner's top of the range Meisterklasse MS reed plates as well as the heavy gauge Hohner MS brass reed plates (especially suited to the low/tenor keys)
• A totally unique and innovative harmonica exclusive to Antony Dannecker
• Weight approx. 135 grams

Optimus Lex Brass Limited Edition Collectors Model

Fitted with Lexan comb - (as used in the Dannecker Blues Lex)

• Solid brass Optimus fitted with highly polished natural brass cover plates
• Lexan comb providing a beautiful mellow velvet tone with all the warmth of wood without the warp
• The use of the Lexan comb reduces the total weight of the harmonica to approx. 135 grams

This collectors edition pure brass instrument will acquire a 'patina' on the surface of the brass over a period of time. This will further enhance the individuality and uniqueness of the instruments. To help prevent tarnish whilst the Optimus in storage I will enclose a small 1" square fabric anti-tarnish tab which uses the latest 'Intercept®' technology. This tab should be kept next to the Optimus during shipping and storage.
*A limited edition of 1000 instruments only*

Also Available In The Online Store - Special Presentation Cases

High quality German made carry cases are available for purchase which were designed specifically for the Optimus (but will fit any Hohner harp as well). When purchasing quantities of 4 or more of the Optimus models these cases will be free of charge.

Personalise Your Optimus

Personalised laser engraving (to the bottom cover plate) will be free of charge with all purchases of 4 or more Optimus harmonicas. Simply email your requirements to Antony at the time of purchase. A small charge is made for personalisation to single harp orders. Contact Antony for details.