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Diatonic button accordions (or melodeons) have a melody-side keyboard with one or more rows, each producing the notes of a single diatonic scale. Diatonic button accordions generally have two diatonic rows (usually in the key of G and C) and sometimes a row for accidentals. Diatonic button accordions often have a bisonoric keyboard, making them ...
Diatonic button accordions (or melodeons) have a melody-side keyboard with one or more rows, each producing the notes of a single diatonic scale. Diatonic button accordions generally have two diatonic rows (usually in the key of G and C) and sometimes a row for accidentals. Diatonic button accordions often have a bisonoric keyboard, making them smaller in size than their "chromatic" counterparts. These instruments are found in most traditional folk music throughout the world.
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This range of diatonic button accordions consists of top brand (Saltarelle, Castagnari, etc.) instruments that are specially designed for folk music. Their “stepped” keyboard features raised buttons, as per the French traditional standard. Those available in stock are in G/C (most played). All other keys can be made to order.
This range is composed of flat keyboard diatonic button accordions made by top brands (Saltarelle, Castagnari, etc.) and used traditionnally accross the Irish Folk repertoire for convenience purposes (mostly to maximize playing speed).
Diatonic accordions with a different key from Sol/Do, like the Do#/Ré used in Ireland, the La/Ré, practical for singing with, or for certain pieces of Breton trad, the Do/Fa...
These models are new and used models available, but of course it is possible to order any model in a tone of your choice.
The Mengascini Tex Mex 4 is a diatonic button accordion with 3 rows, 34 buttons, 4 voices (RH) and 12 bass (LH). High quality Italian craftsmanship. Mengascini's top range Mexican model, intended for the most demanding accordionists with increased sounds (4 voices) and maximal tone colors (A Mano reeds).
Castagnari diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 3 voices, 7 registers (5 effects) on the right hand, 8 bass, 3 voices, 4 registers on the left hand. Closed keyboard, solid wood box (paduk). Tuning: demi-swing (custom tuned on request). The Trilly accordion boasts premium "Tipo a mano" quality reeds.
The Mengascini D 234 is a diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 23 buttons, 4 voices, 6 registers (RH) and 12 bass, 4 voices, 3 registers (LH). High quality Italian craftsmanship. Upper range model intended mostly for intermediate/advanced players.
The Beltuna Samuel 3/18 is a diatonic button accordion with 3 rows, 33 buttons, 3 voices, 3 registers (RH) and 18 bass, 4 voices, 4 registers (LH). It features A MANO reeds and is suitable for all levels.Also available with 12 bass and Typo a Mano reeds (Beltuna Samuel 3).
The Bilbo is a Diatonic 3 voices, 2 ranks, 8 basses, Sol Do.This compact model is particularly sound, and has an impressive compression.Its very affordable price for a 3-voice diatonic makes it a great success.Tempered Walnut body, Dural soundboard.
The Beltuna Sara 2 is a diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 21 buttons, 2 voices (RH) and 8 bass, 3 voices, 1 register (LH). It features Typo a Mano reeds and is suitable for beginners.Also available with 2½ rows and 21+2 buttons.
The Mengascini D 212E is a diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 21 buttons, 2 voices (RH) and 8 bass, 3 voices (LH). Quality Italian craftsmanship. Entry model mostly intended for beginning/intermediate players.
The Mengascini D 212L is a diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 21 buttons, 2 voices (RH) and 8 bass, 4 voices (LH). Quality Italian craftsmanship. Entry / mid-range model intended mostly for beginning/intermediate players.
Castagnari diatonic button accordion with 2 rows, 2 voices (RH) and 8 bass, 3 voices (LH) in BC (or any other layout). Part of Castagnari's Irish range of accordions, the Dinn II has earned a great reputation in Irish folk music circles. Wood: cherry or walnut. Tuning: demi swing (custom tuned on request)
Castagnari Diatonic button accordion with 2 rows + 2 buttons (RH) and 8 basses (LH) in GC. Tuning : demi-swing (custom-tuned on request) Ideal to play in a band, this accordion is compact, sturdy, and dressed in magnificient cherrywood casing.
The Beltuna Cajun is a diatonic button accordion with 1 row, 10 buttons, 4 voices, 4 registers (RH) and 2 bass, 4 voices (LH). It features A Mano reeds and is suitable for all levels.
The Mengascini D 262 is a diatonic button accordion with 2½ rows, 26 buttons, 2 voices (RH) and 8 bass, 4 voices (LH). Quality Italian craftsmanship. Entry / mid-range model intended mostly for beginning/intermediate players.
The Mengascini D 332 is a diatonic button accordion with 3 rows, 33 buttons, 2 voices (RH) and 12 bass, 4 voices (LH). Quality Italian craftsmanship. Mid-range, versatile model intended mostly for beginning/intermediate players.
Beltuna Sonora Emotion is a diatonic button accordion with 3 rows, 33 buttons, 4 voices (RH) and 12 bass, 5 voices (LH). It features Typo a Mano reeds and is suitable for all levels.Also available with A Mano reeds (Sonora Plus)
Used Saltarelle Bouebe Diatonic Accordion (2 rows, 8 bass, G/C). Recent model, still under warranty. Ideal instrument for beginners seeking a quality diatonic accordion. Wood: solid cherry wood. Tuning: swing (custom tuned on request) Accidental on each row’s first button.