Better then any tremolo harmonica in market with very nice air response and a loud sound, notes are clear with very nice tremolo effect as expected from GERMANS. Hohner ocean star is named ocean star because it is made for the sailors which means it is totally rust free and comes in a blue plastic box which is sturdy. Things i don't like about this are 1. The markings of brand name and scale goes fade within 2 days which never effects the playability 2. The instrument rattle in the box if you remove the bubble rap. FINAL VERDICT IS GO FOR IT !!!!!!