The Accordion Shop (Sunningdale/Rochdale): Offers used piano accordions starting from with guarantees of 1–5 years. Hobgoblin Music : A national chain stocking budget brands like (starting around £399 for 24-bass models). Squeezebox Marketplace : Known for the Kingfisher 30/60
: An "own-brand" from Thomann that offers new 72-bass piano accordions for approximately £455 .
: Close the bellows straps and try to pull the bellows apart without pressing any keys. If they open easily, there is an air leak.
: Play every single key and button on both the "push" and the "pull." If the note sounds different or "wheezes" in one direction, it's out of tune.
For a first instrument, a 30-key / 60-bass or 34-key / 72-bass piano accordion is the "sweet spot" for weight and versatility. Looking to buy a used accordion? Watch this first.
The Accordion Shop (Sunningdale/Rochdale): Offers used piano accordions starting from with guarantees of 1–5 years. Hobgoblin Music : A national chain stocking budget brands like (starting around £399 for 24-bass models). Squeezebox Marketplace : Known for the Kingfisher 30/60
: An "own-brand" from Thomann that offers new 72-bass piano accordions for approximately £455 .
: Close the bellows straps and try to pull the bellows apart without pressing any keys. If they open easily, there is an air leak.
: Play every single key and button on both the "push" and the "pull." If the note sounds different or "wheezes" in one direction, it's out of tune.
For a first instrument, a 30-key / 60-bass or 34-key / 72-bass piano accordion is the "sweet spot" for weight and versatility. Looking to buy a used accordion? Watch this first.