Just received and tested out my Meisterklasse MS A. I also have several Marine Band Deluxe, Crossover, Special 20 etc and other makes and models. On the whole, this is as beautiful as I had hoped, both in terms of sound, playability, bending etc. The only other harmonica I've tried that glides so beautifully across the lips is the Suzuki Manji. There is however one caveat. The corners of the lower reed plate are razor sharp - not something I've seen on any other Hohner and will need filing/sanding down to prevent bodily harm. Surprising given the price and otherwise immaculate finish.