Astatic by Hohner JT-30RH Harmonica Microphone, w/Box, USED

The Astatic JT30 was introduced over 50 years ago as an inexpensive and rugged crystal element microphone for public address systems and Ham radio operators. Blues players discovered that the Astatic JT30's emphasis of the voice's midrange frequencies produced a raw, honkin' sound when they cupped their harmonica against the broad front of this bullet microphone. Over the years, the JT30 has become the favorite harp mic for many established blues harpists.

The JT30 Roadhouse uses the same mold for the mic housing that Astatic used to build the original JT30 mics. When played through a vintage-style tube amp, the frequency response of the JT30's crystal element duplicates the warm, slightly distorted "Mississippi Sax" tone that harp players crave.