Hohner CX12 Black Harmonica D Major

Revolutionize Your Style!

With a few exceptions, harmonica construction has barely changed in the last 100 years. But as the saying goes, exceptions prove the rule—and the CX12 is more than just an exception. After Hohner’s designers threw out all prejudices about the look and build of a chromatic harmonica, they came up with this award-winning design. By combining the mouthpiece and cover into an ergonomically shaped housing and designing the comb with screwed reed plates as a plug-in module, they created a simple yet brilliant instrument.

The CX12 can be disassembled in just seconds without tools, as the slider can be removed with one hand and the plug-in module is held in place by an easily removable steel spring. This simple design almost completely eliminates air leaks, making the CX12 one of the loudest, most airtight chromatic harmonicas on the market. Its unique sound and fantastic dynamics make it the ideal instrument for modern rock, pop, and jazz players. The revolutionary design not only looks great but is also extremely service-friendly.

The Chromatic Revolution

With its elegant, simple construction, the CX12 attracted a lot of attention when it was introduced in 1992. Shortly after, it even won the German Industry Design Award—definitely a first for harmonicas today. With its powerful, distinctive sound and quick, easy response, it’s perfect for ambitious amateurs and contemporary pros looking for a modern, easy-to-maintain chromatic harmonica for rock, pop, or jazz.

Award-Winning Design

Tool-free assembly and disassembly thanks to plug-in module made of comb and screwed reed plates

Revolutionary Cover/Mouthpiece Construction

Unique sound and fast note response through extremely airtight housing

Robust Plastic Comb

Reliable performance under all climatic conditions thanks to durable plastic comb