Don,
I have Marine Bands everywhere, and yes I like them and enjoy their classic sound. I don’t play diatonic as much as I used to but when I do it’s the Special 20 for me. I enjoy the playing comfort and its warm tone. I consider the Special 20 an advancement on the diatonic harmonica. I’m no purist, and definitely no Pro, but I’ve played long enough to develop my preferences. Play all your harmonicas and eventually you’ll gravitate to the one for you. Don’t give up one or the other, try to find something to like in both.
My two cents,
Joe
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