I don't use it much but it's nice to have. I sometimes mix both into the song. If you get one I'd suggest opting for a more quality harp - I use an MB Deluxe, which has great response and articulation on those deep bends. With cheaper ones you might end up with an unresponsive harp that will put you off the Low F entirely
I use mine quite a bit. I sit in with one fellow who does a lot of stuff in C. I get tired of the regular F harp very fast. I try to mix it up by playing in 1st and 3rd, and 2nd on the low F. ---------- /Greg
I use mine to play "Unchain My Heart" We do it in G and I use 3rd pos. I basically just play the melody as a break between verses. ---------- If it ain't got harp - it ain't really blues!!!!
I have a Promaster. It's a fun harp. My wife plays keyboard so she likes the key of "C". For me, the down side of the Promaster is its weight with the aluminum comb.
I use Low Eb and Low F a lot, especially when working with horns. What you want to do with the amp is turn both the treble and the bass down. ---------- Sincerely, Barbeque Bob Maglinte Boston, MA http://www.barbequebob.com CD available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/bbmaglinte
When performing I use Low F quite often. I'll play it tongue blocked in 3rd position for rhythm work and for solos I'll move to the standard F, or I'll start off a song with the Low F in 3rd then solo in 2nd (C harp), or I'll start the solo with the Low F in 3rd, move into 2nd (C harp) and finish the solo in 1st (G harp). I'll mix it up for each performance pending on my mood at the moment, or the vibe of the room (crowd energy)!!!!
To break it down (sometimes, but not always).........
LOW F HARP 3rd position for rhythm work and soloing
2nd position for horn line fills and soloing
1st position for low and upper register soloing
I also use the Low F for the 7,8,9 and 10 overdraws. They pop out nice for me on that harp.
I've got a 1847 Low F and I use it to jam to a backing track CD with all tracks in C and for jammin for myself. Nice little harp, needs some embossing though.
I use low F for contrast swapping mid number, but 'tight' is the right word pharpo, it does not flow as easy. I use GM's and they don't make a low F, so I have 1 SP20 in my case. Have you tried a super low F? 1 & 2 are the nearest thing to a ship fog horn!
GermanHarpist/harmonicanick Thank You For The Warm Welcome! It's nice to be aboard with other kindred spirits!
The Low F is one of my favorite harps in my arsenal! I do use it in many songs with the bands. I also play the Low D,Low Eb, and Low E harps, although, with these harps i play them mostly in 1st position for upper register soloing, where with the Low F i play in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions.
harmonianick, i also have the super low octaves harps in D, Eb, E, and F. THEY ARE MONSTERS! I to have to mod them: emboss,re-arch, gap, etc...........to make them alot more responsive.
I only play these harps at home,or when i'm playing with just one of my guitar players, keyboardist, and vocalist for a acoustic gig. They don't cut through when playing plugged. The Low octaves are Great though! I love playing them! They really give the audience a fresh sound.
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The low keyed harps just don't respond well to being played really hard. ---------- Sincerely, Barbeque Bob Maglinte Boston, MA http://www.barbequebob.com CD available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/bbmaglinte
