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Thread #89894   Message #2650134
Posted By: Bernard
06-Jun-09 - 03:45 PM
Thread Name: Which do I get? Melodeon, accordion, concertina?
Subject: RE: Which do I get? Melodeon, accordion, concertina?
Cheap and cheerful... the older Delicia models were better quality.

A pokerwork can be played quietly, if it's a good one (the advantage with Hohner and other 'better' makes).

If the reeds are well regulated, they will play reliably with very little bellows effort, resulting in a quieter tone.

A good test is to hold three buttons down without squeezing the bellows. Gradually put pressure on the bellows, and all three notes should start to sound simultaneously if the instrument is properly regulated.