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  1. Hi Though I am not in a rush to sell this instrument I have become a little flexible on the price. Thanks, Richard
  2. Hi Dave In my post there is a link to a youtube video demonstration. I can do more if you want. Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH5WXgA7Y4I Richard
  3. For sale: Lachenal 22 button D/A miniature Anglo concertina, serial #136493 (1900 ish??) THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN SOLD! 3.75 inches across the flats! In top renovated condition! This is a lovely sounding and playing instrument. I think this is the most wonderful miniature concertina in the world. Here is why: · It might be the most versatile and playable miniature concertina ever made. Because it has 22 buttons and the D/A equivalent of G#/Bb on the left side and the C#/Eb on the right side it has the potential to play so many more tunes than most other miniatures that often have only 6, 8+ buttons. It seems that even many great concertina players only play a small part of their repertoire on other miniatures because of the limitations of miniatures with smaller note range, but this instrument opens up the potential to play a larger portion of one’s repertoire. · It has custom made handles with straps that allow it to be played like larger instruments. This leaves the pinkies free to utilize pushing buttons. Most or all miniatures do not have handles and straps and are held with the thumb and pinky. These handles are also easily removed as any addition or alteration to vintage instruments should be. · It has an air button which really helps and is rare in miniatures. · The tone is rich and haunting. I really like the D/A tuning because pitch has its own distinctive character without being so high pitched that is enters into the “shrill” realm. It is also nice to play as a contrast to the usual C/G, Bb/F, G/D and other more common tunings. · This is believed to have been a one off special order and I believe received all the attention and skill that were given to Lachenal’s top line of instruments. · Its size make it even more portable, cute and charming than the standard size instruments. This could almost fit in your pocket and makes it so easy for traveling. · It was checked out and renovated/repaired by Bob Snope (formally of The Button Box) two years ago after I acquired it. I had him lighten the spring pressure as much as he could. Bob addressed some small air leaks, replaced the reed pan chamois on both sides, replaced the springs and bad valves, re-tuned the low E to B(at my request), filled a small crack, voiced and tuned all the reeds, and re-glued support posts. He felt the original bellows was in good enough shape not to replace. · This instrument was featured and described in Randall Merris’s masterfully researched and informative paper on miniature concertinas “Miniature and Semi-Miniature Concertinas” that was published in the Papers of the International Concertina Association journal, Volume 9, 2012: https://concertina.org/2014/10/01/pica-volume-9-2012/?doing_wp_cron=1659717854.1832020282745361328125 Also included are the original Lachenal case, although the instrument does not fit well into it especially with the added handles. See photo It does include my very sturdy homemade case that is an exact fit with adequete padding but not the most shock absorbing padding. See photo Here is a link to a youtube video demonstrations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1JQsmpi8D0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH5WXgA7Y4I PRICE: $3,000.00 US Please feel free to ask me questions you may have. Thanks, Richard LACHENAL MINIATURE CONCERTINA LAYOUT - Copy.docx
  4. Some would say that a 30 button Anglo concertina is even more sufficient to play all the tunes you desire, AND in the keys you may desire. Richard
  5. Try Barleycorn concertinas. https://concertina.co.uk/new-barleycorn-concertinas-website/
  6. Within the family it is called "concertina face". I have a friend who is a French woman who plays accordion professionally and I am in deep admiration of her for her normallish looking smile as she plays. richard
  7. Hi What is the origin of the reeds in this instrument? Richard
  8. https://www.ebay.com/itm/284741364591?hash=item424be86b6f:g:iyYAAOSwB1ZiSFqf
  9. Hi Paddy's recording is just wonderful. I also recommend it! I was lucky to have some lessons from him during one of his stays in San Francisco, and benefitted greatly. I even enjoyed hearing him play at the SHAMROCK when some lager louts started swinging the pool cues around during a football game celebration. perfect. Richard
  10. Hi Is there a reason you keep your thumb under the strap. Is something too big, or something too small. I believe it works better to have your thumb not in the strap so it can rest near and easily hit the air button without too much contortion, and disruption of the music. Richard
  11. Hi I've been told there is a standard gauge of wire that is used for all concertina springs. I would like to find someone who can make me a few lighter gauge springs to try out on a concertina. I know there are ways to light the pressure by moving the spring, and bending the wire over and over again, but I would like to see if I can find a lighter spring that would work. I know it could be to light, but I am curious. Is there someone out there who could make a few of these for me? Thanks, Richard
  12. Hi Mike I really enjoyed listening to many of your youtube videos of you playing English concertina. Your playing and repertoire are so enjoyable to listen to, and the variety of instruments is really interesting to hear and compare. A revelation for an Anglo player. Thanks, Richard
  13. https://www.ebay.com/itm/144269392111?hash=item21972038ef:g:AkAAAOSwUQBg3BtC
  14. Hi I can't offer too much technical suggestions to begin restoring your concertina. But I think the obvious thing many will suggest is to not touch the reeds and save those for someone with knowledge and experience as they are the "heart" of the instrument and cannot be easily replaced and can be easily damaged beyond repair. Richard
  15. Hi That is Rick Epping. I believe is from the US, and plays Irish music. What a talent!!!!
  16. I'm not sure but Aogán Lynch might be available for online lessons, which would be a way to gain his insight into ornamentation.
  17. Hi Rather than nothing I would acquire an inexpensive 20 button concertina. I have had a number of Scholer type, German instruments and they can be a fun and inexpensive way to start, or just have a cool cheap concertina. Here is one listed for less than $100.: https://www.ylosdn.com/vintage-scholer-concertina-accordion-20-button-vintage-squeeze-box No need to give up. Richard
  18. Hi If you can afford a Lachenal rather than a hybrid with accordion reeds I recommend the Lachenal. The hybrids are good for beginners because usually the action and response are good and won't hold you back. But the tone does not have the richness of a concertina reeded instrument. I just think there is something special about a lovely old instrument (if it is a good one). It's the aesthetics of old craftsmanship, richness of sound and having the real thing, not to mention resale will be easier. This instrument that is listed in the for sale section seems like good choice. I have no relation or benefit in recommending this, I just think it looks lovely and if David restored it and recommends it, you can take that to the bank. This lachenal might not be as quick or agile as a new hybrid, and be more challenging to play at first(or not) but I believe some advice I received when I was fretting over what concertina to acquire: "Just find a good instrument and learn how to play IT". Richard
  19. Here is the note layout for the semi-miniature Lachenal C/G: Lachenal 26 layout.pdf
  20. Hi As far as I understand it Paddy is raising money to create the album and that it is not released or finished yet. I could be wrong. I took a number of lessons from Paddy when he was living in San Francisco a number of years ago. He is a wonderful player and a very good teacher too. I encountered his video announcing his CD project and did not waste a moment signing up and on to get my copy when it is ready. Richard
  21. THIS CONCERTINA IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE. Thanks for your interest.
  22. The link to your shop does not work.
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