I am very new to the world of concertinas and accordions. I've been very interested in the concertina for a while but I also like the 21-button accordion. It's been a long time since I've played music (10+ years--played flute, violin, upright bass, tin whistle, and cello over my school years). I've been going a little crazy on research and had a few potentials come up and I'm very torn. I like Irish trad music and would likely play a bit of that, but I also enjoy tengo, and music from movies (think Lord of the Rings or other fantasy types). Both options have the option to finance over time so I'm less worried about having to have a lot of money immediately but I definitely cannot do both! I've gotten the impression that if I can get a better quality than say a 300-400 dollar beginner concertina, that I should.
The options:
Hohner 21 Button C/F accordion (circa 1920s) for around $500
Lachenal Anglo 32 button Concertina (circa 1910s) around $2000
And a Clare C/G 30 button anglo for around $2250.
I like the diatonic sound, and realize these are very different in size, layout, and entirely different instruments! I guess I would just like some perspective and also any ideas on if these are even a good deal! I'm ready for the deep dive, I'm just needing that little push!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18p8sFEKR6gem-Rc_1Ud6X8QSNBkwxrBK/view to hear the Hohner--it does have some off notes.
Thank you in advance!
