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03 Jan 08 - 02:06 PM (#2227632) Subject: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: English Jon Hi - I wonder if anyone can help me? - I'm going to have a go at making a squeezebox - Anyone know where I can get plans? Many thanks, Jon |
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03 Jan 08 - 05:50 PM (#2227807) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: GUEST,martin ellison No. But would you make me one as well? |
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03 Jan 08 - 06:39 PM (#2227830) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: Greg B For what it's worth, the reeds and reed blocks and bellows are usually built by other than the crafter who builds the enclosure an action. You might want to seek out a small builder and see if you can see what goes into it. If you're in the US, I'd say go down and visit Cajun country, particularly Junior (Clarence) Martin or Larry Miller. |
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03 Jan 08 - 07:11 PM (#2227848) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: Big Mick Jon, give a try at The Musical Instrument Makers Forum. I did a quick search under "Button Accordion" and got some hits. I will bet if you join and get involved you will find what you are looking for. All the best, Mick |
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04 Jan 08 - 05:19 AM (#2228059) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: Fidjit First find your tree..... Suggest you visit the Castanari factory in Italy. That should put you off. The wood alone has to be seasoned for several years. Chas PS you can look at This though |
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05 Jan 08 - 10:10 AM (#2228983) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: English Jon Many thanks for this everyone! some useful advice. CHEERS, Jon |
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06 Jan 08 - 08:34 AM (#2229641) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: Mr Happy Any special reason the instrument has to be made from wood? |
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06 Jan 08 - 09:19 AM (#2229657) Subject: RE: Melodeon/Button Accordion Luthier Plans? From: GUEST,martin ellison burns better |