Identify this 1960s Zero Sette

[DigitalJonathan]

Hi

Ive been left this 1960s Zero Sette PA by my Great Aunt but know nothing about it at all. I remember her playing it in the 70s and 80s so it might be later than my 60s guess. It plays, sounds fine to this set of guitarist ears! So - does anyone know anything about it? Is it worth anything?

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[simonking]

Strange photos but it looks I have exactly the same one! This one in fact:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Italian-a...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

There are only two treble sets of reeds so although its full-size, its also quite lightweight.

If the keyboard is level and the notes sound properly then its generally on the good side. As long as the reed valves and wax are in good condition too (but you cant tell this without opening it up and looking inside). Zero Sette is a good Italian make - interestingly, they also made a few guitars at some point I think.

The bass mech on mine is a bit noisy but I was happy enough to pay 250 quid for it.

 

[DigitalJonathan]

You're right! That does look very similar indeed! Any more you can say about it -- age?

 

[JIM D.]

As some of you might know Zero Sette accordions were imported here in the US with the Giulietti badge applied. The accordion you have here is identical to the US Giulietti Model S 32. Used Giulietti accordions fetch a high price here in the US as ALL THEIR MODELS were of exceptional craftsmanship.

 

[DigitalJonathan]

Also good to hear, thank you for your insights.

I think I'd best sell. Is eBay a viable option or a decent music shop? I'm in Bristol UK if that makes any difference.

 

[simonking]

Really? So I am as it happens. I might have been interested in buying it if I didn't have one already! Unless it's cassotto which would be extremely unlikely. You may find that not many people these days want a two voice (octave-tuned) instrument without tremolo.

The only shop in Bristol I know of that sells accordion is Hobgoblin on Park Street - in my opinion well overpriced for buyers but could be an option if you're selling! Or use ebay/gumtree with lots of photos. I'd be happy to give you my amateur opinion on playable condition if you're interested.

Simon.

 

[DigitalJonathan]

I'd be delighted Simon, truly. Pop round and have a play?