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Wah’s the Big Idea??

You may have thought that playing into a “cup” or “mug” for effect was more of a “demonstrative” thing. Very cool but not much use beyond that…
Consider this… the “cup mute” effect could be used in the same way a trumpet player uses a trumpet mute – in the right place, it would be a great effect to have.
I wanted a professional solution that:

✔ Had great tone
✔ Was convenient to use – just pick up and play
✔ Allows you to play more freely
✔ Aims the sound directly forward
✔ Looks Pro

The Harp Wah was the result.
Get The Harp Wah Here
Features / Benefits:
  • Fully forward-facing design aims the sound directly out from you and into your mic
  • An extension of your regular hand cupping position – feels more natural – minimal effect on your playing style
  • Shape focuses the sound into narrow, controllable field
  • Anodized polished aluminum – rock-hard, extremely durable finish – inside and out
  • Lightweight and durable, for a lifetime of road-worthy abuse
  • Universal shape and size accommodates a wide range of harp players
  • For left or right-handed players.

harmonica mute evolution

I tried the old-school “playing into a cup” technique but I always found it awkward – especially when trying to aim the sound into a mic. It also limited my playing style – I wanted to play the way I normally do. I could never get fully comfortable with it.

 

Harp Wah – the Professional Solution.

 

 

  • I was skeptical … but this is a beast with its own rich tone.

    Definitely a valuable addition to the harp player’s toolkit.
    Nice one Roly!”

    Liam Ward
    UK's Award-winning instructor & founder of LearnTheHarmonica.com
  • No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica…

    “Highly entertaining stuff!”

    Steve Baker
    Harmonica master, Teacher and Author
  • “Yes!!!! The Wah Claw handle makes it even better!”

    “It’s cool. The Harp Wah has it’s own thing – a different sound than using a tradition cup.”

    Jason Ricci
    Ground-breaking US harp great
  • “Every harp player needs a Harp Wah to express themselves to the fullest!

    Thank You Roly!!!”

    Rob Paparozzi
    Blood Sweat & Tears, Blues Brothers...
  • “This is THE sound I’ve been looking for in a cup style wah.”

    I just received my Harp Wah, and I already love it!

    It’s waaaay more comfortable to use than a coffee or tea cup, plus it’s much easier to direct the sound into a mic. I look forward to recording with it.

    Todd Parrott
    US Top Gospel/Country/Blues
  • Wow! What a great product!
    The Wah Claw makes the Harp Wah 1000% better… much easier to hold and play.

    I WAS an amateur, and now I sound like a professional! (At least I think so)
    Thanks for a great addition to an already great idea.

    Malin Dolinger
    USA Wah Claw user
  • Excellent read!!!

    Roly has mastered the art of story telling and telling the life of a travelling Harmonica musician.

    John Turnbull
    Musician
  • “Everyone loves it!”

    “In my Intermediate Harmonica Course at Niagara College, I include the Harp Wah as part of my gear seminar.”

     

    Max Hillier
    Music Instructor - Niagara College
  • “I wholeheartedly recommend!”

    “Roly’s book is funny, clever and full of insights relevant to all harmonica players and musicians in general.”

    Richard Gjems
    Leading Norwegian harmonica player, writer & historian
  • I highly recommend it.

    Great stories. A fun read with Roly’s dry delivery.
    Hilarious road trip stories but also an insight into a very unique process of learning music and performing by someone who has done it all.
    Get a copy!
    Lance Anderson
    Grammy nominated / multiple Juno award-winning producer, keyboard player

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Made and played in Canada eh

Made in Canada

Roly plays Seydel harmonicas

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