Keep in mind this is and 8 dollar harmonica so you've got to adjust your expectations accordingly. Been playing the harp for 20 years so I've tried a few and this is definitely one of the better ones in the less than $20 category. There is some reed bleed in the.mid range but the low and high notes are clear and bright. Mellow one relative instruments like the Marine Band and appropriate for blues or country music. Plastic body is easy on the mouth and may contribute to the soft tone..