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.
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.
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.
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No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica…
“Highly entertaining stuff!”
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“On tour, I use the Harp Wah… and the new Wah Claw handle makes it even easier to hold.
It’s just a great muted effect for harmonica! A great invention and a beautiful device!”
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“Your teaching is deeply appreciated…
I really appreciate the warm, friendly, welcoming and insightful way that you teach your workshops.”
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“Everyone loves it!”
“In my Intermediate Harmonica Course at Niagara College, I include the Harp Wah as part of my gear seminar.”
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“Just finished reading Roly’s book and what a job he did!”
“Extremely informative, with a large dash of humour and great road stories.
Love it!“
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“Wicked!”
“The Harp Wah is a cool, expressive tool for acoustic harp players, with a learning curve near zero.”
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Sounds Like a Trumpet Mute…
“Very much sounds like a trumpet mute… produces very crisp wah-wahs when you want.”
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“Your Workshops… so worth the money”
I just want to say again how very much I enjoyed the workshop – so worth the money, and time so well spent!
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Loving it.
He’s very funny and relatable and I feel more confident that even though I don’t understand music, I can still become a great player.
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“I wholeheartedly recommend!”
“Roly’s book is funny, clever and full of insights relevant to all harmonica players and musicians in general.”
