1 comments about Musicians Gear 20-Button Concertina, Red.

1. A very fun instrument to learn! I recently picked up your $80 base model that was made from China and had many issues with it. I had to open up the instrument to sand down some of the components and adjust the buttons in order to get the action to the point where the buttons wouldn't stick.
   
   If you ask any skilled concertina player what kind of instrument is a good starter -- every single one of them will tell you to get the best one you can right off of the bat, otherwise, you can be plagued with problems such as mine, or stiff bellows causing a lot more air to be required to move the reeds.
   
   Since a 'superb' concertina can run in the $1,500 - $3,000 range, a good 'starter' concertina is around $300-$500. I'd reccomend a 'Stagi' brand concertina (available at hobgoblin music -- I believe they have a website).
   
   You'll find two general varieties -- a 20 button model and a 30 button model. If you've never played concertina, they'll be listed somewhat like this:
   
   C/G 30 Button Anglo
   
   Basically, the left side of the concertina is the lower octave and the right side is the higher octave. The C/G means that one row of buttons (10 buttons total -- 5 on each side) across both sides) will be the key of C while the other row is the key of G; that's your standard 20 button model. The 30 button models offer another row (5 buttons on each side) that add accidentals (flats and sharps) that aren't in the key of C or G.
   
   There are two basic types of concertinas Anglo and English -- English is quieter, more for a quiet atmosphere, while the Anglo (in the C/G key) is a bit more robust and is generally the prefered choice for Irish music. I'd highly reccomend a 30-button C/G anglo if you're getting started!

2 comments about Hohner HM-26 Soprano Piano Melodica.

1. Although small, and rather high pitched, this is an excellent instrument for a pianist or keyboard player without a piano or large keyboard. The sound is similar to a chromatic harmonica, and you can even bend notes like the harmonica. Good for blues, jazz or any melodies. You can play chords, and harmonies, but it does muddy the sound. For those who plan to actually use the instrument to play in public, though, you may want to get the 36 key melodica, or perhaps even the 37 key melodica from another company for the extra range.



2. Hohner always impresses me with their products.I went through a high dynamic mic and this thing just bounces as a strong solo instrument. As a harmonica player and Jazz pianist and vibest....all i can say...Way to go Hohner.....bring back your organ of the 70's

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1 comments about Hohner HM-27 Piano Melodica Alto.

1. This is a sturdy instrument with a lovely sound.

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1. Bought this instrument as a gift for my 82yr old dad. When I was young dad had one identical,gave me goose bumps(a good feeling)when I received it,the sound is splendid.
   Has a sturdy case with lock & keys.A+++++

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