Accordiana Model 320 general review

[yaroslav9728]

Hi there,

What can you say about this accordion, is it good one for learning purposes or not?

Accordiana Model 320 Made by Excelsior Piano Accordion LMMH 41 Keys 12

Right Hand / Treble 41 Piano Keys 4 Sets of Reeds LMMH (description) 9 Switches / Registers 19" 3/4 Keyboard Left Hand / Bass 120 Bass Buttons 3 Switches / Registers Details Made in Italy Weight 21lb / 9.5kg Includes: Used Straps and Case 6 Month Warranty

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[Ben-jammin]

I bought an accordiana accordion (a bit older than that one) yesterday. It’s also 4/5 LMMH and I bought it to have a project for the winter but it plays pretty good as it is and I like how it sounds, it’s really grown on me. I’m sure a model 320 would be fine for learning on if it’s in good condition, which is how the one in the link appears in the video. I won’t go as far to comment on the price, as what is fair depends on what was done as part of an overhaul (if they did one) to prep the accordion for sale.

 

[yaroslav9728]

I bought an accordiana accordion (a bit older than that one) yesterday. It’s also 4/5 LMMH and I bought it to have a project for the winter but it plays pretty good as it is and I like how it sounds, it’s really grown on me. I’m sure a model 320 would be fine for learning on if it’s in good condition, which is how the one in the link appears in the video. I won’t go as far to comment on the price, as what is fair depends on what was done as part of an overhaul (if they did one) to prep the accordion for sale.

This model has only 19" keyboard, right?

 

[yaroslav9728]

I bought an accordiana accordion (a bit older than that one) yesterday. It’s also 4/5 LMMH and I bought it to have a project for the winter but it plays pretty good as it is and I like how it sounds, it’s really grown on me. I’m sure a model 320 would be fine for learning on if it’s in good condition, which is how the one in the link appears in the video. I won’t go as far to comment on the price, as what is fair depends on what was done as part of an overhaul (if they did one) to prep the accordion for sale.

Yeah, the condition of the instrument for me is the huge concern.

 

[Neil Thornock]

I have an accordiana with LMH, it looks very similar. I got it a bit fixed up and I quite like it. I have next to no experience with other accordions, but it has been a joy to learn on, with a pleasant sound. I do think I could afford to upgrade in maybe 5+ years if I stick with the practicing. So yes the accordion is a decent learning instrument and even capable of some real beauty.

 

[JIM D.]

Todays market price in the US should be from $500 to $ 750 depending on condition. These were fine made student
models and when refurbished will last another 50 years.

 

[yaroslav9728]

Todays market price in the US should be from $500 to $ 750 depending on condition. These were fine made student
models and when refurbished will last another 50 years.

Is it depends on the quality of refurbishment?

 

[JIM D.]

Is it depends on the quality of refurbishment?

My Refurbish work means to restore the instrument mechanically - My rebuild is to restore the instrument mechanically & cosmetically. I have done
both for some members here and they might just comment on my work.

 

[Valski]

Todays market price in the US should be from $500 to $ 750 depending on condition. These were fine made student
models and when refurbished will last another 50 years.

This sounds like a good estimate of the price however in Canadian funds you might have to add 25-30% to that number. So here it should be priced between $700-1,000 Canadian dollars. I'm not an expert but to me this looks like a 1960's model and Accordiana was the entry level instrument line so it's most likely that this didn't cost $2,000-2,200 new. This was a lot of money in that decade.

 

[yaroslav9728]

This sounds like a good estimate of the price however in Canadian funds you might have to add 25-30% to that number. So here it should be priced between $700-1,000 Canadian dollars. I'm not an expert but to me this looks like a 1960's model and Accordiana was the entry level instrument line so it's most likely that this didn't cost $2,000-2,200 new. This was a lot of money in that decade.

Do you think that this accordion is overpriced?

Accordiana Model 320 Made by Excelsior Piano Accordion LMMH 41 Keys 12

Right Hand / Treble 41 Piano Keys 4 Sets of Reeds LMMH (description) 9 Switches / Registers 19" 3/4 Keyboard Left Hand / Bass 120 Bass Buttons 3 Switches / Registers Details Made in Italy Weight 21lb / 9.5kg Includes: Used Straps and Case 6 Month Warranty

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[yaroslav9728]

This sounds like a good estimate of the price however in Canadian funds you might have to add 25-30% to that number. So here it should be priced between $700-1,000 Canadian dollars. I'm not an expert but to me this looks like a 1960's model and Accordiana was the entry level instrument line so it's most likely that this didn't cost $2,000-2,200 new. This was a lot of money in that decade.

Also, you can view all accordions and their prices.

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[JIM D.]

Do you think that this accordion is overpriced?

Accordiana Model 320 Made by Excelsior Piano Accordion LMMH 41 Keys 12

Right Hand / Treble 41 Piano Keys 4 Sets of Reeds LMMH (description) 9 Switches / Registers 19" 3/4 Keyboard Left Hand / Bass 120 Bass Buttons 3 Switches / Registers Details Made in Italy Weight 21lb / 9.5kg Includes: Used Straps and Case 6 Month Warranty

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In the late 50's to 60's these sold for $950.00 to$1250.00 USD. Because of their fine build quality there are still many around today that tends
to keep their price low. Keep an eye on Ebay - there out there.

 

[Valski]

Do you think that this accordion is overpriced?

Accordiana Model 320 Made by Excelsior Piano Accordion LMMH 41 Keys 12

Right Hand / Treble 41 Piano Keys 4 Sets of Reeds LMMH (description) 9 Switches / Registers 19" 3/4 Keyboard Left Hand / Bass 120 Bass Buttons 3 Switches / Registers Details Made in Italy Weight 21lb / 9.5kg Includes: Used Straps and Case 6 Month Warranty

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Don't get me wrong because there are always exceptions to the rule, but we're considering a mid priced to entry level instrument when this was brand new. A lot of sellers like to add value to things when their main attribute is the old age of something. Generally items like this don't increase in value so it would appear to me that the asking price is ambitious. Does this seller have a store? Have you visited any other accordion stores to compare? I once owned an Accordiana and even though I liked it it wasn't exceptional and the one that you showed in your posting appears to have 3 sets of reeds and mine had 4. It's probably a great instrument for the right price.

 

[yaroslav9728]

Don't get me wrong because there are always exceptions to the rule, but we're considering a mid priced to entry level instrument when this was brand new. A lot of sellers like to add value to things when their main attribute is the old age of something. Generally items like this don't increase in value so it would appear to me that the asking price is ambitious. Does this seller have a store? Have you visited any other accordion stores to compare? I once owned an Accordiana and even though I liked it it wasn't exceptional and the one that you showed in your posting appears to have 3 sets of reeds and mine had 4. It's probably a great instrument for the right price.

There Accordions Canada store at 1608 Eglinton Ave West

 

[Ventura]

no, it is definitely a 4 reed treble

Excelsior did not use fake or duplicate shifts

i have this exact model in white MoP, it served me for
decades as my outdoor accordion
(sounds great plays well if it gets rained/snowed on or the boat sinks
i'm not gonna cry about it,)

the difference in usage is:
harder to squeeze because export quality reeds do not start as easily
more finger fatigue from an action with a single pivot rod
slightly more leakage than comparable later model 320's
(because round action arms allow some cross plane distending over time)

having said that, these DO sound like Excelsiors.. they sound good
they are nicely balanced, they can take a hell of a beating, they last forever

having said that there is no WAY i would pay over a $1000 for one unless
it WAS actually a Jim D, rebuild

ciao

Ventura

PS: as with the 3 reed Victoria in another current thread,
a Student level instrument is a student level instrument is a student level instrument
no matter what name is on the grille