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I Got a Woman (CD version)
Here’s just a “portion” of my instrumental version of Ray Charles’ “I Got a Woman” from my CD “Inside Out” This was recorded live off...
Jerry Fierro: Blue Drag by Django Reinhardt
Harmonica, Django & Live Bait…? An early adopter of the Harp Wah, US great Jerry Fierro plays “Blue Drag” by Django Reinhardt with band “Live...
Session Harmonica Players – Online Recording
Online Harmonica Recording – Roly Platt I have been very fortunate to have enjoyed a long-running career, which straddles both the live and studio scene...
Harp Wah Tips: Playing on a mic – Angle it!
Here’s my approach when getting in really tight to a mic when using the Harp Wah. More Tips Here: https://www.harmonicamute.com/using-harp-wah/
Harp Session: Minor Blues on Standard Tuned Harp
A recent session for Lee Palmer’s 5th studio album Horns & Harps, released to radio September 7, 2018 Playing a standard tuned (Richter) harp –...
Rockin Rons Music & The Harp Wah
Great News for Harp Players in the USA. Rockin Ron’s Music now carries the Harp Wah, the new cupping effect for acoustic harmonica by Roly...
Country Swing w/ the Harp Wah
Always loved country swing. Asleep At The Wheel, one of my favs. “Roly Poly” w/ the Harp Wah
Grip Tape: “Get a Grip” Application Suggestion
How I use the Grip tape that comes with the Harp Wah. Plus, another look at my grip suggestion for a better seal when cupping...
Playing into a Mic.
Here’s some of my tips on playing the Harp Wah into a mic. – live or in the studio. Less is often more.
Review / Great Tips on Grip Options (by Bill Lifford)
Bill Lifford, aka HB MarkedDeck, offers a nice review on his new Harp Wah, but also offers some great tips he’s discovered on gripping/playing options....
More Gripping Options Explained
Here’s another video on gripping the Harp Wah – some options to try.
Grip Option (tilting)
Here’s an alternative technique that I find useful for holding Harp Wah. Get better cupping techniques with a harmonica and the Harp Wah “cup mute”.
Brief Introduction
Overview of The Harp Wah. What is a “cup mute” for harmonica? Is the Harp Wah supposed to replace my regular hand cupping? When would...
Background on the “Cup Mute” Product Idea
Learn more about how this idea came about & why it can be a game changer for acoustic harp playing. This was something I created...
Does it Work Using Higher Key Harp?
Yes. Very Well. Great even using an “F” harp. This resonating harmonica cupping device still allows you to get great Wah sounds on the harp.
Example: Funky Jam in E
Installing The “Wah Claw” Handle – (with 3M Tape Strip)
If your Harp Wah came with the pre-attached 3M Tape strip, watch this instructional video before attaching it.
Instructions: Using the Harp Wah (With & Without the Handle)
Tips & Basic Positioning of the Harp Wah. This video includes tips for both versions – with & without the “Wah Claw” handle
