Lachenal New Model 48-key treble

[david robertson]

This is an exceptional example of Lachenal's New Model, which I'm selling on behalf of a customer. 

I restored it some 5 years ago, with new pads, valves, bushes and straps. At the same time I refinished the woodwork in French polish, tuned the instrument to modern concert pitch, and made and fitted new bellows. (I'm a big fan of the New Model - it's basically an Edeophone without the fancy clothes. But it does have one common fault - the original bellows never seem to open as far as they should. That's why I nearly always replace them.)

5 years on from restoration, this one is in remarkably fine fettle. It looks gorgeous, with beautifully figured rosewood veneers, and it's a lovely player too - fast and loud, but without the harshness of its metal-ended brethren.

Finally, it comes complete with a fitted Peli Storm hard case. (If you're planning a trip up the Orinoco, this is just the case you need!)

Price: £1750

[John Wild]

Good looking instrument. Did you customise the lining for the storm case? I still use the foam inserts purchase with the case.

[david robertson]

7 hours ago, John Wild said:

Good looking instrument. Did you customise the lining for the storm case? I still use the foam inserts purchase with the case.

Actually, it was my customer who bought and modified the case... and it's a perfect fit!

[John Wild]

9 hours ago, david robertson said:

Actually, it was my customer who bought and modified the case... and it's a perfect fit!

Thanks.