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[USBRO1]

Good morning all. I in the recent years inherited several instruments from my grandfather. I picked up the accordion last weekend from storage and brought it home to check it out. I can't find anything online about the manufacturer or model information. I was hoping that someone has possibly seen this brand/type before and give me some insight. Thanks in advance

 

[murathan]

It is a 120 bass / treble 41 keys full size accordion. Unfortunately 2 registered (treble switches). No bass switch. These are said as to experience a full size accordion as beginners. Not so bright for pricing. But can make someone happy as a beginner. Maybe Superfonic is its brand, not the model, but it doesnt matter much, not a rarity / special model.

 

[Dingo40]

Welcome USBRO1
I don't know the exact maker,. There were hundreds of now defunct traders/makers in the day, but it's not one of the "famous " names. Does it say "Made in Italy" on it somewhere?
It appears to be in excellent cosmetic condition. A popular colour.
I'd say it's probably from the late 1940s.
It looks to be a two-treble voiced (ie, two reed sets), 41 key 120 bass, entry level model intended for a beginner but suitable also for a folk musician, busker or amateur musician.
There were many made by different makers following a similar design.
They are, usually, well made and robust .
Unfortunately, they can deteriorate internally even if not played: leather valves go stiff and lose shape, metal reeds go rusty and out of tune, wax and bellows tapes harden, wood warps, mould can set in, etc.
There is, really, no intrinsic value: It all depends on what a buyer is willing to pay for it and the seller willing to accept.
If in playable condition, you may get several hundred dollars for it from a keen buyer.

 

[murathan]

Welcome USBRO1
I don't know the exact maker,. There were hundreds of now defunct traders/makers in the day, but it's not one of the "famous " names. Does it say "Made in Italy" on it somewhere?
It appears to be in excellent cosmetic condition. A popular colour.
I'd say it's probably from the late 1940s.
It looks to be a two-treble voiced (ie, two reed sets), 41 key 120 bass, entry level model intended for a beginner but suitable also for a folk musician, busker or amateur musician.
There were many made by different makers following a similar design.
They are, usually, well made and robust .
Unfortunately, they can deteriorate internally even if not played: leather valves go stiff and lose shape, metal reeds go rusty, bellows tapes harden, wood warps, mould can set in, etc.
There is, really, no intrinsic value: It all depends on what a buyer is willing to pay for it.
If in playable condition, you may get several hundred dollars for it from a keen buyer.

They always put amazing names to these cheap models

 

[USBRO1]

Thanks for the info. I am going to see if it functions. I would like to learn to play it

 

[Dingo40]

They always put amazing names to these cheap models

Well, they may seem cheap now but, in the day, they cost as much as 3 months' worth of pre-tax salary for a leading hand tradesman. What's that in today's money?
Like I said, though basic, they are generally very well made, robust and lasting: not at all like what we're hearing of the cheaper models of today!

 

[Ffingers]

They always put amazing names to these cheap models

Marketting 101

 

[murathan]

Well, they may seem cheap now but, in the day, they cost as much as 3 months' worth of pre-tax salary for a leading hand tradesman. What's that in today's money?
Like I said, though basic, they are generally very well made, robust and lasting: not at all like what we're hearing of the cheaper models of today!

One of my students bought a Brahner accordion new. Springs are loosened and buttons move sideways after 6 months. He was not a complete amateur so I cant say he broke it.