Billy James
Blues Harmonica
mandoharp.com
I have been a endorsee of http://www.mandoharp.com/ based in Nambucca [mid North Coast] NSW for at least 10 years.
Owner Dane Clarke is not only a 'very reliable, decent online musical instrument dealer' but he provides a 'huge range of harmonica stock' with the best brands and models available excepting Lee Oskars and some cheaper brands.
Dane also is a master of information re: Harmonicas, mandolins and much more.
Mandoharp provides lots of other products such as guitars, mandolins and ukeleles and all sorts of 'interesting accessaries' including harmonica cases and reed replacement or repair services.
P.S: If you are down that way be sure to call him up, enjoy a cuppa and see what he provides. You'll be astounded.
or phone: 61- 2-65685545
blowsmeaway.com
Greg Heumann is THE Master Harmonica Microphone Builder, Kalamazoo Model 10 amplifier expert and much more !!! Endorsed by a literal 'who's who' of the best Professional blues harmonica performers in the world, Greg is the producer of ' top shelf ' specialist products for amplifying Harmonica .
Check out his web- site and be assured you are dealing with another of the 'good guys' in the Blues Harmonica business. Brilliant products and attentive service. Greg by the way is a superb Chicago Jump Style Blues Harmonica player/Saxophonist and singer with his band CD 'Bluestate'.
He makes excellent fittings and other useful items such as 'The Bulletiser or his own fantastic mic element ready for you to fit.
Mintz Music
+ 'Rock On'
Mic Leads etc...
Mr Microphone
I am a grateful client of Dennis Oellig USA aka http://www.mrmicrophone.com/home.html
He has written on his site 'Director of Toneland Security', I fully endorse his amazing work and tech experience.
Before you go jumping in on a dubious Ebay deal ( hoping for a bargain or looking to 'a new kid on the block')... speak with Dennis about building your 'ultimate harmonica microphone'.
If your stuck with a 'dud vintage shell' ask him to 'hot-rod' it, as you wish and wait for the 'hottest mic' you'll have... for life !!
*[It's worth paying a little more to get the best].
I have purchased two great mics made by DJ's Custom mics.
After lots of hard rolling gigs, they are still going strong (literally for years now).
I own a chrome Ronette with plug in and tone pot knob and a lovely Green Argonne *[a bigger hollow shell Big Walter Horton tone] with a jacks plug in.
Dennis IS... 'The Mic Man' in my opinion and has surpassed some of the more 'favored Harp mic techs' products in my collection and is a very nice man indeed.
Dennis J Oellig
Director of Toneland Security
aka - Dr. Mikenstein
Kansas City, Missouri
PH: 816.531.6981
Email: mrmic@turnkeymail.com
The Lone Wolf Blues Co.
Another very sucessful Amplified harmonica business is The Lone Wolf Blues Company owned by Randy Landry in Louisiana. Randy is a friendly, very reliable person to deal with. Check out his site as you compare and research, to buy a great harmonica friendly amplifier or tone enhancing 'simple' effects pedals.The Lone Wolf web-site is as comprehensive as his fantastic products are varied.
Check it out ?
I own the Delay, Octave, Harp Tone and Harp Attack which I use as an adage to a guitar amplifier or direct to P.A. systems when jumping into a 'live' jam or loud rock band situation.
Steve Zitkus has been a truely great supporter to me in very practical ways.
Steve is not only a really great pro.musician/tech he is an excellent [ Mintz Music ]: Record Producer/Music Publisher.
*Film, Television, Bands,Composer/ Arranger...
With 'Rock On' he makes excellent very 'strong long lasting leads'. *(for all your individual needs).
Rock On has created some terrific useful products for me [and saved me from waiting on stuff from the U.S.].
Steve can also can help 'create any tracks and recordings' as you require with professional friendly service.
Steves outstanding musical abilities put him on a 'Top shelf' ability rather than recording with a dubious or learn as you go style of recordings producer.
Note: *Steve Z can also create really great 'backing Tracks' for your own specific personal use.
Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/pub/steve-zitkus/11/589/bb1
Contact:
Email: mintzmusic@hotmail.com
Mob: 0407 781 910