American Made EXCELSIOR Concert Multi-Grand Model
Often referred to as the "OO" Model
The 1950s
Excelsior is among the most admired accordions. There are many reasons
for Excelsior's special place in the accordion world. The instrument
offered here is a lighter weight version of the Symphony model. You can
think of the OO model as a Symphony model without the tone
modulator and the automatic treble switches and with 5 sets of bass
reeds. The OO model features 4 rocker-action switches that allows for
15 different treble sounds. The tone is very vibrant, rich, strong. It
is more similar to the Titano and Sonola than to the generally more
mellow Excelsior sound from the 1950-60s. The cosmetic
condition is very good with only minor body scratches.
- Serial N: 9934
- Hand-made reeds
- 4 treble sets
of reeds - LMMH - dry
tuned
- 5 sets
of bass reeds
- 41 keys, 19.25" keyboard
- 4 rocker-action treble switches - 14 different
treble sounds
- Palm Master switch
-
120 bass
- High/Low bass switch - few minor scratches of the
chrome plating but no rust and still looking nice
- Unbelievably light weight for a full size
professional accordion - about 20-21 lb
- 17-fold bellows
- Excellent compression, no leaks, very easy to play
- New bellow protector (not shown in the pictures)
- Very good straps and case
This accordion sold in
the early 1950s for almost $1000. This was a lot of money at that time.
Without a doubt now it sounds even better! How to
put a price tag on such a treasure. It will be priceless to the new
happy owner.
The accordion will come
with new bellows protector.
