Help with examining this accordion

[vincentvoo]

Hi guys, Im interested in getting my first accordion and Im not sure whether these reeds looks fine and in working order. Any help with inspecting and appraising would be appreciated.

 

[Ben-jammin]

I don’t see anything particularly alarming about the reeds from the images, but there are a number of potential defects (rust or poor voicing) that the images aren’t adequate to show. I am also unfamiliar with this particular build and can’t comment on the build quality or reed quality. Maybe someone else on the forum does. I would guess to say this would be a B system chromatic. Is that what you want?

If the seller is willing to demonstrate the instrument being played it may be worthwhile. Notice how much air is being used to get notes to play and if it generally sounds in tune. If that’s not possible consider the instrument a gamble and avoid a price you’re not willing to risk.

 

[vincentvoo]

I don’t see anything particularly alarming about the reeds from the images, but there are a number of potential defects (rust or poor voicing) that the images aren’t adequate to show. I am also unfamiliar with this particular build and can’t comment on the build quality or reed quality. Maybe someone else on the forum does. I would guess to say this would be a B system chromatic. Is that what you want?

If the seller is willing to demonstrate the instrument being played it may be worthwhile. Notice how much air is being used to get notes to play and if it generally sounds in tune. If that’s not possible consider the instrument a gamble and avoid a price you’re not willing to risk.

Thanks for your response. Yes, indeed I am interested in a B system accordion.