Hohner 270 (12 Hole) PowerComb: Fitting Instructions

Real-time demonstration video for fitting the radical new 3D Printed PowerComb to a classic 12 hole chromatic harmonica: the Hohner 270 Chromonica. Custom designed in two variants by Brendan Power for optimal airflow and reduced chamber volumes, a PowerComb brings out the best in this 100-year old iconic harmonica.
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[@williamharrington650]

I just took apart two of mine (C&G) and, using the info found in the last 5 minutes of the video, discovered the bottom plate (on both) were installed upside down. Then by just lubing the slider, plates and mouthpiece (I used "cork grease" - the kind reed players use for their mouthpieces) I improved the performance of both harmonica 100%. Bravo!

[@piecetoyou8285]

Grand job, my only criticism as a restorer in many fields,
When you sanded the piece you would end up with sanded particles from plastic metal and the sanding paper in the instrument ,blowing the particle only push the deeper into the harmonica , I was expecting the piece to be dismantled again and cleaned before you went further and attached the rest.
When the particles are left in, moisture from the mouth will course these particles to hold water on and around them, witch in turn will corrode reed plate faster, But a very helpful tip with the Vaseline

[@starckwest6358]

It's necessary to clean all before playing

[@apoorvabhatt7998]

Informative video

[@jazz4randall]

Awesome.. I'm going try one out for sure.

[@TradIrishHarper]

I would guess that all the Horner 270 series will work with this comb solution? I have a Horner Super Chromonica 270 with a broken comb. It a model before the newer pear wood comb with “Horner” embossed on it. Thinking this is the best way to go and avoid the whole pear wood comb.

[@stevescott8334]

Hi Brendan. Thank you so much for putting this on. I actually had my slider plates upside and wondering why it was cutting my lips. It is a Vintage Hohner 270.

[@starckwest6358]

hello maestro, when you drill the holes on the plates to put the screws, these holes correspond exactly to those of the 'comb'. how do you measure the location of these holes to be drilled? THANKS

[@BrendanPowerMusic]

The holes are there already, for small nails that went into the old wood combs. They just need to be enlarged by drilling.

[@starckwest6358]

ok, your comb seems to solve the problème of nails going through the chambers of sound and then it'll increase the only ''close'' chambre.

[@travisadams5546]

Are the mouth piece screws (seen at 17:55) included with power comb or should the original screws be used?

[@CX2AQ]

What do you think about using silicone seals between the comb and the reed plates or mouthpiece?

[@MattWatsonHarmonica]

I’ve a Hohner 270 G. Will the power comb work well with the lower reeds?

[@BrendanPowerMusic]

Yes

[@MattWatsonHarmonica]

@@BrendanPowerMusic Just placed an order. What sandpaper grit or gage do you recommend?

[@piscesk9595]

Is it a must to drill the reedplate? Sorry to ask a stupid question because I have no such tool.

[@SagebrushBands]

What is the thread pitch on the 1.2 mm screw and tap?

[@smoothie2629]

Does this comb also work for the 270 deluxe?

[@jel135]

does anyone know where I can get harmonica parts like spacers here in the usa

[@arifpeehu]

Very nice how can buy comb

[@satyabratamanna283]

How to clean saliva from Hohner cromatic 270 without opening.