A melodica is a small keyboard instrument played by blowing air through a mouthpiece or a flexible tube. Each key opens a reed, so the sound is close to a harmonica or accordion, and the keys lay out like a piano. The main choices are the number of keys, the range and what comes in the box.
The six melodicas below run from 26 keys to 37 keys. Key counts, materials, sizes and extras come from each product’s listing page. We have not used these instruments ourselves. Material and tone claims are the makers’ own.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of keys | 26, 32 and 37 keys set the range of playable songs |
| Mouthpiece and tube | A short mouthpiece suits blowing straight in; a flexible tube lets you play it flat on a table |
| Body material | Most are ABS plastic; the reeds are usually metal |
| Case or bag | Hard cases and soft bags protect differently |
| Warranty | Terms range from 90 days to 1 year |
Specs at a Glance
| Melodica | Keys and range | Material and weight | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| EastRock 32 | 32 keys | ABS body, phosphor bronze reeds; 2.4 lb | Oxford cloth hard bag with strap, mouthpieces, tubes |
| Eavnbaek EBK-32 | 32 keys | ABS; 1.3 lb | 2 long tubes, 2 short mouthpieces, strap, cloth, bag |
| Hohner 32B Instructor | 32 keys, F to c3 | Plastic; 3 lb | Plastic hard case |
| MOSEN 32 | 32 keys | ABS, phosphor bronze reeds; 0.8 kg | Padded bag, 2 long tubes, short mouthpieces, strap |
| Hohner Student 26 | 26 keys | Plastic; 480 g | Plastic case |
| Yamaha P-37ERD | 37 keys, F3 to F6 | Plastic; 2.9 lb | Fixed mouthpiece, air tube, zippered bag |
The 6 Best Melodicas
1. EastRock 32 Key Black Melodica
A 32-key melodica with an ABS resin body and phosphor bronze reeds on a copper base. It ships with mouthpieces, extension tubes and an Oxford cloth hard bag with a shoulder strap, with a 6-month warranty.
Suits: a full kit with a hard bag. Strengths: a strap and a hard bag. Weaknesses: the listed dimensions look misordered. Skip it if you want a name-brand model.
View EastRock 32 Key Black Melodica Keyboard Soprano Piano Instrument with Case on Amazon
2. Eavnbaek 32 Keys Melodica
A 32-key ABS melodica listed at 1.3 pounds, light for its size. The box has two soft long tubes, two short mouthpieces, a shoulder strap, a cleaning cloth and a carrying bag, with a 90-day warranty.
Suits: a light kit with spare tubes. Strengths: two of each mouthpiece type. Weaknesses: only a 90-day warranty. Skip it if you want a hard case.
3. Hohner 32B Instructor Melodica
A 32-key plastic melodica whose range runs from F to c3, with an ergonomic mouthpiece and keys and a plastic hard case. It is listed at 3 pounds and 7.5 by 3 by 20 inches, with a 6-month warranty.
Suits: a hard case and a known brand. Strengths: a stated range and a hard case. Weaknesses: the listing text is brief. Skip it if you want a long tube included.
View Hohner 32B Instructor Melodica, Black on Amazon
4. MOSEN 32 Keys Melodica, Blue
A 32-key blue melodica in ABS with phosphor bronze reeds, 17.3 by 4.9 by 2.79 inches and 0.8 kg. It includes a padded bag, two long soft tubes, short mouthpieces and an adjustable shoulder strap, with a 6-month warranty.
Suits: a colored body with a padded bag. Strengths: an adjustable strap and spare tubes. Weaknesses: a newer, lesser-known brand. Skip it if you want a hard case.
View MOSEN 32 Keys Melodica, Soprano Air Piano Pianica Keyboard Instrument, Blue on Amazon
5. Hohner Melodica Student 26 Red
A 26-key plastic melodica in red with a plastic case, described by the maker as a school melodica with a balanced tone. Its listing gives 480 g, but its dimension and category fields look wrong, so check sizes before ordering.
Suits: a smaller keyboard for young players. Strengths: a compact range and a case. Weaknesses: fewer keys and unreliable listed sizes. Skip it if you want a 32-key range.
View HOHNER Melodica STUDENT 26 RED on Amazon
6. Yamaha Pianica P-37ERD 37-Note
A 37-key melodica spanning three octaves, F3 to F6, in red plastic. The maker says its tone is brighter and more cutting than other Pianicas. It has a fixed mouthpiece, a flexible air tube and a zippered soft case, with a 1-year warranty.
Suits: the widest range here. Strengths: 37 keys and a 1-year warranty. Weaknesses: a fixed mouthpiece. Skip it if you want a short mouthpiece.
View Yamaha Pianica 37-note Melodica, Red (P-37ERD) on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Wash tubes and mouthpieces with mild soap, and dry them fully.
- Never pour water into the body; the reeds sit inside.
- Keep the melodica in its case or bag between sessions.
- Stay clear of high heat and direct sun.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing by key count without looking at the range.
- Sharing a mouthpiece between players.
- Trusting listed dimensions that disagree with the product text.
- Leaving damp tubes inside the case.
Melodica FAQ
How is a melodica played?
You blow through a mouthpiece or tube while pressing keys with one or both hands. A tube lets you rest it flat.
Are 32 keys enough?
For many melodies, yes. The Yamaha adds a 37-key range, and the Hohner Student has 26.
The Short Version
For a hard bag and strap, the EastRock. For spare tubes at low weight, the Eavnbaek. For a hard case from a known brand, the Hohner 32B. For a padded bag in blue, the MOSEN. For a smaller keyboard, the Hohner Student 26. For the widest range, the Yamaha.
