Thanks Steve. I think if I really get into it I'll pick up the $30 harp....but before then, let's see if it infects my brain like the uke has!
(I also can't cancel the order at this point. lol)
For what it's worth it's a Hohner Old Standby Harmonica, in C.
Careful! Harmonica can be addictive, too, and it is deceptively expensive if you get really into it.
I was talking with my friends at a recent blues jam and the subject came up, "Who in your band has the most money tied up in their rig?" Well, some have pretty nice guitars, vintage amps, and pretty costly things, so I broke down the most conservative estimate of the MOST BASIC harp rig I am willing to get on stage with:
At least 30 diatonic harps (major keys, some backups, special tunings) at an average of about 32 bucks each for the cheapest ones I am willing to perform with
A 16 hole chromatic and a 12 hole chromatic
A Kinder AFB+ antifeedback box
At least an analog delay and a slap echo
At least one 4x10 45 watt amp (though I always use an additional 22 watt 1x12, at least, if there are 2 guitar players...which I won't do anymore)
A wireless rig
My custom harp mic plus one backup just in case
cables, etc.
The most conservative total for me is about $3600 dollars! That tops everybody I play with who doesn't have a high-end Les Paul.
Harmonica is really fun if you know where to stop.