How much does it cost to service an accordion?

Basic 120 bass Accordion, standard 41 keys, tuning will run from $150 to $200 a bar, depending on condition, reeds – wax – leathers. Spot tuning available $5 – $10 per plate (2 reeds) depending on condition. You may have 2 – 4 – 6 or 8 reeds per note, to adjust tremolo, dry up reeds or broken reed.

Can you fix an accordion?

Some accordions have screws in place of the pins, in which case you will spin them out with a screwdriver. Keep the screws and/or pins in order, as they are often not all exactly the same length or diameter, and they should be put back into the same holes they came from.

How much does a small accordion cost?

In general, expect to pay between $500 – $600 for a new entry-level accordion. Factors such as the number of keys/buttons, brand, and finishes can make prices fluctuate from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. Some custom-made, professional models can run upwards of $15,000.

Are old accordions valuable?

120 bass piano accordions in good condition start at about USD 300, but you might find old, 2-voice instruments for about USD 100; on the other hand, full size, 3/4, 3/5 or 4/5 reeds, 120 bass instruments of a good brand are a bit more expensive.

How much are old accordions worth?

Can accordion bellows be replaced?

The whole diamond can be replaced, if necessary, they can be mail ordered from accordion repair suppliers. However, I usually just cut a triangle from a piece of thin chamois leather, or a thin kid glove and glue it over the damaged area.

How do you clean a piano accordion?

To clean your accordion, first wipe down the entire instrument with a microfiber cloth to remove dust. Then, use water and a little dish detergent on a different cloth to clean the exterior of your accordion. Use a non-ammonia cleaner like Windex to add shine.

Can you replace the bellows on an accordion?

How long do accordion bellows last?

Accordion bellows are made of layers of cloth and cardboard with leather and metal added. These materials dry out deteriorate, and shrink. After 20 years the average set of accordion bellows will begin to leak if the accordion is played a lot.

What kind of accordion repair services do we provide?

We provide all types of button accordion and melodeon repair services, for both antique and modern accordions. We are specialized in diatonic accordions so your instrument will be in safe, experienced hands.

How do I Contact Brian and Gerry from the accordion repair company?

Contact Brian at 330.606.7314 on his cell or email him at [email protected] Gerry has announced that he is retiring from the accordion repair business in 2014. His skills will be missed by all of us in the accordion world!

What does proper accordion maintenance look like?

Proper accordion maintenance includes periodically checking the reed leathers and replacing any not in perfect shape. What is perfect shape, you say? Well, every leather should be soft and pliable and should return to position tight against the reed plate after each use.

How do I solve the problem Reed on the accordion?

First determine which switch controls the problem reed, and in which bellows direction the problem occurs. Then open the accordion and take out the reed blocks to determine which slides are opened by that switch. This tells you which row on the reed block contains your problem reed.