Lee Oskar Harmonica

Lee Oskar Harmonicas were established in 1983 through a collaboration between the world-renowned harmonica virtuoso Lee Oskar (founding member of the band War) and the prestigious Japanese musical instrument manufacturer Tombo Mfg. Co. This partnership was formed to address the needs of professional musicians by creating a high-quality, modular harmonica system with interchangeable parts, which was a significant innovation in the industry at the time.

Since their inception, all Lee Oskar harmonicas have been manufactured in Japan by Tombo Manufacturing. Tombo is one of the oldest harmonica manufacturers in the world, renowned for its exacting standards and precision engineering. This manufacturing relationship ensures that every instrument maintains the consistent quality and durability that professional players and hobbyists alike have come to expect from the brand.

The brand is owned by Lee Oskar Enterprises, based in the United States, while the production remains exclusively handled by Tombo Mfg. Co. in Japan. This international synergy combines American musical artistry with Japanese manufacturing excellence, keeping the brand at the forefront of the global harmonica market for over four decades.