Hello everyone. I've become the owner of a Paolo Soprani instrument and can't seem to find any info on it: no name/style/model no /Edition, whatever.I'll attach photos , if anyone can offer some info/details I'd be grateful. It appears to be intact other than one of the buttons is hollow/broken. Thanks again
Paolo Soprani Identification 🙏 Request
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Dingo40
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Welcome JS!
What you have is a relatively standard beginner's/amateur's sturdily made model by a reputable (in fact, the oldest) accordion maker, from a good period (their blue label model, such as this one, being in good regard).
However, much depends on its internal condition.
The dimple in the bass button is there for a reason: it helps you to orient your left hand in the wilderness of bass buttons and marks the "C" fundamental bass.
It may once have held a glass, lead-crystal (Swarovski type) imitation solitaire diamond jewel decoration).
Even so, no matter, as it's actually easier to find the button without the "jewel" being there. However, it can be easily replaced, though I wouldn't bother!
The overall aesthetic appearance seems quite acceptable.
All depends on how well it plays ( missing reeds, valves tuning and tightness of air compression).
Be very careful not to snag the straps under any of the white keys or to try to pick it up holding it with your fingers under the white keys. this will bend the key rods out of shape!
What you have is a relatively standard beginner's/amateur's sturdily made model by a reputable (in fact, the oldest) accordion maker, from a good period (their blue label model, such as this one, being in good regard).
However, much depends on its internal condition.
The dimple in the bass button is there for a reason: it helps you to orient your left hand in the wilderness of bass buttons and marks the "C" fundamental bass.
It may once have held a glass, lead-crystal (Swarovski type) imitation solitaire diamond jewel decoration).
Even so, no matter, as it's actually easier to find the button without the "jewel" being there. However, it can be easily replaced, though I wouldn't bother!
The overall aesthetic appearance seems quite acceptable.
All depends on how well it plays ( missing reeds, valves tuning and tightness of air compression).
Be very careful not to snag the straps under any of the white keys or to try to pick it up holding it with your fingers under the white keys. this will bend the key rods out of shape!
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