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Huang Musette. Six tremolo harmonicas arranged according to the circle of fifths, in a wheel formation. Each comb is stamped with the key of the instrument 'A#' 'F' 'C', 'G', 'D', 'A'. The top of each cover plate is stamped and inscribed: 'Huang MUSETTE 6/Tremolo tuned', the bottom of each cover plate is stamped and inscribed 'Huang MADE IN CHINA'. Steel cover plates, plastic combs. 288 holes. A small tapered handle projects from either end of the instrument.
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