Melodeon.
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InstrumentMelodeon |
Instrument FamilyWind |
MakerStandard Accordion |
Place MadeEurope ; Germany ; Central Europe |
Date MadeCirca 1900 |
DescriptionTechnical description: In C at A₄ = 452 Hz. Short octave: compass E₃, F₃, G₃, B₃, C₄ diatonically to C₆ and E₆ for right hand, 10 buttons, exposed pallets; 2 for left hand giving tonic and dominant chords plus release button. One stop for vibrato effect. Each button gives two pitches according to direction of bellows. Rectangular wooden ends. Inscribed in relief on brass corner braces "Standard Accordion / TRADEMARK / MADE IN SAXONY"; embossed on leather of bellows "THE LITTLE BRITISHER". Repair History: Some notes not functioning. Usable pitch: A₄ = 452 Hz. |
NotesMelanie Piddocke, 29.1.11. |
Measurementslength: 270 (closed); depth: 213; height 110. |
CollectionMacaulay Collection ; MIMEd |
Accession Number0276 |