Scandalli 3/4 LMM

[cash3610]

One of two accordions that I acquired in an estate. Comes with case and looks to be in very good condition. Is there much of a demand for this model of piano accordion ? Jim

 

[Scuromondo]

Scandalli is a very desirable brand, which many players like. However, this one is fitted in the LMH configuration, which is nowadays much less popular than LMM. As you can read on any number of posts in this forum, when it comes to old accordions, pricing and value is almost entirely dependent upon what the insides of it look like. In a reputable accordion shop, I wouldn’t be surprised to see them ask $1,000-1200 for something like this—because they have put effort and experience into ensuring that the instrument is in tune and all of the many internal components are in good working condition, and they generally provide some sort of warranty to help protect the customer. In a private “no returns” sale, I would personally not expect this one to be priced at any more than half that amount.

 

[Ventura]

this is one of the cream and blue models from the 1960's
and built in great quantities, with individual key pivots and
drop out Bass that i mention in another post

note the narrowness of the keys

these were made in two sizes/scale designs and this one is
likely the 3/4 size, and would be considered a Student accordion

hold the accordion with the bass buttons pointed down, shake
gently, if any of the button/shafts distend out beyond normal
then the o-Rings are brittle and some have cracked/fractured off
and they all need replaced (not uncommon)

be careful and hold the accordion closed snugly when working
the twist on the back which unlatches/latches the bellows

for general knowledge, members should take note this is the
model, in 3/4 size, that was also built in an LMMH 41/120
configuration with a palm shift master.. so now you know what
to watch for

 

[cash3610]

Any interest...contact me back. Thank you.