Buyers Guides

In this section, you will find all the info necessary to make the purchase of a new accordion or a free-reed instrument easier. Our well-researched guides will help you select the gear and parts you are looking for. If there is a particular item you are looking for and don’t see it in this section, please send us a message. We will be happy to assist you.

  • Best Accordions For Beginners

    Best Accordions For Beginners

    So, you want to be an accordionist? Great choice! There are many articles and guides on best accordions for beginners out there. We try to go an extra mile in researching the latest trends and provide you with the best advices on what accordion to select if you are just starting to learn how to…

  • Piano vs Button Accordion, which one should I choose?

    Piano vs Button Accordion, which one should I choose?

    While Piano accordions are predominantly played in the US, UK and some EU countries, button accordions are prevalent in the rest of the world. Popularity of Chromatic Button Accordions is on the rise in the US. Most of us start our first music lessons with a piano accordion. Which one is easier to play? What…

  • How Italian Accordions have evolved over the years

    How Italian Accordions have evolved over the years

    Italy deserves much of the credit for taking an invention first patented by Germany and refining it to create a beloved instrument that has been used in music around the world. With their skillful craftsmanship and eye for detail, Italians were able to morph this new introduction into something special – becoming synonymous for piano…

  • Why are Accordions associated with Folk Music?

    Why are Accordions associated with Folk Music?

    In a relatively short amount of time, the accordion became one of folk music’s most prominent and beloved instruments.This global phenomenon could be attributed to its portability, ease-of-use and ability to adapt harmoniously with different styles – all major factors driving it from obscurity into worldwide recognition within decades!

  • What is a Concertina and how is it played?

    What is a Concertina and how is it played?

    Out of all versions of the accordion, concertinas probably have the most colorful history. Over the years various versions of this squeeze box musical instrument have evolved and became a folk instrument to many cultures on different continents. become a folk instrument to many cultures on different continents. As popularity of the accordions grows, we…