Detail 01
Reed plates only
You get the brass plates with reeds. No comb, no covers, no screws unless your old harp supplies them.
Product detailSKU #1273887992235
Lee OskarMajor Diatonic Reed Plates - Bb
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement reed plates for a Lee Oskar Major Diatonic in Bb. For players who already own the harp and want to rebuild it rather than replace it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Reviving a blown-out Bb Major Diatonic you already own
- Players who go through reeds fast and rebuild often
- Keeping a spare set of Bb plates in the gig bag
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-time buyers with no harmonica to put these in
- Players who don't want to unscrew and reassemble a harp
- Anyone needing a key other than Bb
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Key of Bb
Plays Bb in first position, F in second position. Only fits a Bb-tuned build.
Detail 03
Major Diatonic tuning
Standard Richter layout. Won't drop into a Natural Minor or other Lee Oskar tuning body.
Detail 04
System-based design
Lee Oskar harps are built to come apart, so plate swaps are the intended repair path rather than a workaround.
Detail 05
$28.99 vs a full harp
Rebuilding costs well under a new harmonica, which is the whole reason plates are sold separately.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your harp is a Lee Oskar Major Diatonic, not another brand or tuning
- 02No comb or cover plates included — you reuse the ones you have
- 03You need a small screwdriver and patience to swap plates cleanly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit any harmonica?
No. They're made for Lee Oskar Major Diatonic harmonicas. Other brands use different comb dimensions and screw spacing, so the plates won't seat or seal correctly.
02Do I get both the blow and draw plate?
Yes, a reed plate set covers both the blow and draw plates for the key. What you don't get is the comb and covers.
03Is this cheaper than buying a new harmonica?
Yes. That's the point of the system — when the reeds go but the comb and covers are fine, you replace only the worn part.
04What key does Bb play in cross harp?
A Bb harmonica plays F in second position, the standard cross-harp key for blues and rock in F.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Bb
