"During live concert performances and in recording sessions, I'm very demanding of the harmonicas I play. In my opinion, Suzuki harmonicas are by far the best instruments available. They have everything needed in terms of durability, response, comfort and overall quality. Suzuki is also the only company totally committed to improving the quality of their products year after year. I hope you'll enjoy playing these instruments as much as I do."

"I really love the HA-20. We have been playing a lot of outdoor shows, where we have to be loud. I have to play the harp a lot harder than usual. The HA-20 really holds up! The open back lets more of the sound through, it feels great in the hand and the black covers are really beautiful to the eye. The SCT-128 is an amazing instrument and it has really given a unique sound during our shows."

"We need harmonicas that respond well and sound great. They should be absolutely airtight and built to be long lasting...very long lasting. That is why we play Suzuki harmonicas in all our concerts and recordings."

"I play with HA-20 and MR-350 a lot. Both are very solidly built. Though I play my harmonicas several hours a day at home, in the studio and on stage I usually keep the same harmonica for months! I also like to use the new MR-200 Harpmaster, which I feel is a lot 'Punchier' than other plastic comb harmonicas; ideal for Blues, Country Music and acoustic sessions."

"I'm still playing the Suzuki Promaster Valved (MR-350V) because I can't find a better harmonica. I love the Promaster Valved because of its beautiful, round, warm and powerful tone. The reed plates last much longer than any other make and you don't have to blow or exhale hard to get a beautiful sound. The Suzuki Promaster Valved is still the number 1 for me!"

"The instruments I really enjoy playing are the Harp master and Bluesmaster because they respond immediately and the sound is warm and full. Considering the low price, they are the best on the market at the present time!"

"We play a variety of Suzuki harmonicas. My favorites are the MR-300 (Overdrive) for fast response and the MR-200 (Harpmaster) for easy bending. Judy loves her SCT-128 and SDB-39 with attached microphone. Suzuki produces durable quality harmonicas with high level performance and we appreciate their accomplishments in designing superior instruments."

"Whether I'm playing Tango, Jazz, Classical, Blues, or Samba, Suzuki has the right harmonica for the job. The SCX-64 Chromatix gives me the range I need and a clear tone that rings out whether amplified or acoustic. The MR-550 Pure Harp is warm and responsive and the rosewood is beautiful to hold and behold."

"The Promaster MR-350 allows you to play easily and freely, also fits any kind of music. You can play harmony easily and even Jazz that needs a variety of sounds. I really love the Promaster. Please do try this harmonica, and you will realize how much fun it is."

"The HA-20 is a good-looking and nicely designed diatonic, with an excellent overall finish. It plays well straight out-of-the-box, but most important is its remarkable smooth velvet-like sound and the fact that it has proved to be very durable! The SCT-128 Tremolo Chromatic is a true vibrant chromatic that seems to appeal to both ears and eyes. Great to have a chromatic with a totally different sound!"

"The SCT-128 is a revolution in the present harmonica world. It enables the traditional diatonic tremolo harmonica to enter the chromatic family, thus offering new choice repertoires. This instrument is also perfectly adapted to world music performances. To marry tremolo diatonic with chromatic; a great idea and a success for Suzuki Music Corporation."

"The MR-300 is my favorite instrument among all harps on the market. It is a revolution in harp manufacturing, with immense sound possibilities. In the harp-scene the HA-20 is known as the most beautiful diatonic harp in the market. I love this harp and use it for the traditional harp-sound."

"I play many types of Suzuki harmonicas for their air-tightness, immediate response and smooth designs. They have never let me down. I play the SCH-48 and SDB-29, both with Microphone attachments, the 'Magic Garden' and the SCT-128 Chromatic Tremolo; a fantastic sounding instrument which appeals to the eyes and ears."

"At the GSHC Festival 2006, I purchased a Suzuki 48-Chord harmonica. This instrument is very well made. The reeds are welded to the reed plate, and it has a rich, full sound. This chord harmonica is extremely responsive and a pleasure to play. Also available from Suzuki is a long microphone that covers all 48 chords that can be attached to the hinges on both ends of the chord. All in all, I am very happy with this instrument, and would recommend it highly."

"May I say that the Fir Breath MR-500 is the best I have ever played, absolutely fantastic. I can get tremendous definition and control and the tone is superb."

"I'm very impressed with the SCX-64. It has a smooth action and a lovely tone and feels very luxurious to play. The low and high registers resonate beautifully. It's a lot of fun and I feel like it's making me play better."

"As much as I like the "fire Breath" and the beautiful "Pure Harp", I must say that my favorite one is the "HA-20," To me it has the best attack, edge, and feel, now that I've converted completely to Suzuki Harps."

"Harmonicas have been my great passion since I was thirteen. My life has changed for the best, particularly since playing Suzuki harmonicas. I mostly play the HA-20, MR-300 Overdrive, MR-350 Pro master and now also the new MR-550 Pure Harp. They are wonderful and unique, with a sound reminiscent of the 1920's. I would not change anything about Suzuki harmonicas. Thank you, Suzuki."

"I like Suzuki harmonicas for their outstanding sound quality and appealing design. I find the diatonic harmonicas particularly fitting for playing both blues and folk music."

"Our harmonicas are an extension of our own hearts and souls. We need instruments that express and bring across the heart and soul of our playing. Playing these Suzuki harmonicas gives completeness to the music that our audience hears. That is why we choose to play Suzuki harmonicas."

"I have played the 48-Chord Harmonica for 4 decades of my life. But the day that I first played the Suzuki SCH-48 Orchestral Chord Harmonica, I couldn't believe the sound that I was able to produce with this instrument. Every chord on the SCH-48 had equal compression, as well as consistency in tone quality and tuning of the 384 reeds across the entire instrument. The quality of this instrument is stellar, right out of the box, and is an absolute pleasure to play with our harmonica trio."

"I play Suzuki harmonicas because I find their response very fluid and lightning fast. At times I play very fast chromatic lines and the Suzuki harmonica is always on the money. I play the Suzuki SCX-64 Chromatix, SCT-128 Tremolo Chromatic, and MR-350 Promaster Diatonic. I love these because they are very well constructed, and fit all of my needs. Frankly though, they are the very best harmonicas I've ever played."

"I exclusively play the Suzuki SDB-29 Orchestral Double Bass harmonica with HMB-3 Microphone with the latest American harmonica trio sensation, The HARPbeats. Although I have played the bass harmonica since 13 years old, I only recently began playing the Suzuki Bass. I found the Suzuki Bass to play quite comfortably right out of the box, and my wife and children agree that it is the easiest bass harmonica to play. This is due to the fact that the plastic comb is the most airtight and the reeds are gapped for equal response and uniform resonance. I am very pleased with what Suzuki has done to the bass harmonica I love."

"Suzuki produces one of the widest selections of any harmonica company, from sturdy beginners' models like the Easy Rider, to the beautifully crafted professional instruments such as the Magic Garden. My own personal favorites are the SCT-128 Tremolo Chromatic and the MR-300 Overdrive; unique harmonicas that deliver sound unobtainable from any other instruments."

Suzuki is proud to announce Brendan Power to their team in the role of Suzuki Harmonica Specialist. Please contact him if you have any questions or feedback about Suzuki Harmonicas at bren@brendan-power.com

UK-based New Zealand harmonica player and composer Brendan Power is acknowledged by many as one of the most versatile and creative harp players around today. He has recorded with the likes of Sting, Van Morrison, Paul Young, James Galway & John Williams, and played on popular BBC TV series Such as Auf Wiedersehen Pet, as well as on Hollywood film soundtracks featuring Madonna, Jackie Chan, Britney Spears and others.

Brendan's long association with Suzuki dates to the late 80's, when the company released their luxury diatonic ProMaster MR350V harmonica, incorporating Brendan's Power Reed Valve system for extra bends and expression. He likes the durability and tone of Suzuki harmonicas, and has used both diatonic and chromatic types for his performance and recording for many years.

In addition to his blues and jazz skills, Brendan is an expert player of Irish traditional music, and performed for several years in the Riverdance show. He has toured widely, including playing at the Kremlin and the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. He sells copies of his CDs, instructional material and handmade custom harmonicas from his website: www.brendan-power.com.