Accordion Gallery

Super Millennium Hybrid / Reedless Accordion with 2 (!) built-in sound cards and optional reed blocks

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The Super Millennium accordion was designed in collaboration with Clay Bobrowski (VA). We were dreaming together about the ultimate electronic accordion and created a list of specifications, not available on any existing accordion. Siwa & Figli delivered all we asked for and the result is a fabulous, very powerful, yet light weight, versatile instrument.

Imagine a full size professional accordion with the best keyboard and bass machine action, full 16-channel MIDI, two built-in sound cards (Millennium and Ketron SD2), 16 sound banks, full wireless transmission, thousands of orchestral and accordion sounds, natural feel bellows dynamics, possibility to drive up to four external MIDI arrangers ...  in a 18 lb (including the rechargeable battery for the wireless transmitter) accordion made with the best quality materials. The key foundation is wooden, the key tops are 3 mm think with nicely round edges. The valves are made of felt and leather. We chose not to cut corners using cheep plastic keyboard. We prefer to use a quality mahogany body covered with celluloid in the classic accordion making tradition. We offer you the possibility to insert two sets of treble reeds with your choice of configuration (LM or MM) and tuning.

Accordion features:

• Classic and elegant body design
• Real hand made full-size keyboard with wooden foundation, individual key valves, and actual air flow through the bellows when a key (or bass button) is pressed - natural feel of a high quality accordion
• 120 bass
• Optional two sets of treble reeds with LM or MM configuration
• 15 treble switches - 3 for the acoustic sounds and 12 fully programmable switches for the electronic accordion
• 7 bass switches - two of them for the accordion bass (reedless), 4 programmable MIDI switches, and a global "Preset Change" register
• Chin acoustic mute switch for playing only electronics. It is possible to remove the optional treble reed blocks, select the chin mute and enjoy even lighter weight MIDI accordion
• 18 lb with wireless transmitter (20 lb with the optional reed blocks)

Electronics and MIDI features:

• Two built-in sounds cards - Millennium (enhanced version of the Petosa Millennium Reedless sound card) and Ketron SD2
• The two sound cards can be accessed individually or simultaneously and have separate stereo outputs
• 16 independent instrumental parts that can be assigned to 4 MIDI OUT sockets, programmed to each part of the accordion (treble, bass, and chords), and selected in real time with 16 programmable accordion switches (12 treble and 4 bass). Each instrumental part can be enabled or disabled on the fly by pressing a button on the MIDI controller (see pictures below). This allows for simultaneous control of up to 4 external MIDI arrangers in addition to the two built-in sound cards!
• 16 independent MIDI channels

• 16 sound banks
• 256 User Presets can be recalled in real time
• Bellows dynamics: Off or On (select from 6 curves)
• Key dynamics (velocity sensitivity): Off on On (select from 10 curves or a fixed value between 0 and 127)
• Transpose: +/- 24 semitones
• Enjoy the best sampled accordion sounds (128 for each  accordion part - treble, bass, and chords) combined with Ketron's state of the art orchestral voices
• 64 note polyphony - 32 for the internal Ketron card plus 32 for the optional external MIDI Input
• Programmable Reverb and Chorus effects
• Optional Wireless Transmitter - when present all electronics functions could be programmed and accessed remotely in real time from the accordion switches.

MIDI controller - improved compact design (rack mountable available upon request)

• 5 Volume sliders - 3 for the accordion parts (treble, bass, chords) and two for the orchestral/MIDI functions (treble and bass)
• Four MIDI OUT and 1 MIDI IN sockets
• Headphones audio Out
• Foot-switch controller interface
• 32-character Liquid Crystal Display

Siwa & Figli Super Millennium Hybrid / Reedless Accordion

The finest keyboard available today, real key valves, the best electro-magnetis MIDI sensors ...

The latest Siwa & Figli MIDI controller - powerful, friendly to use, easy to carry ...

One-of-a-kind instrument.

Accordion Gallery Models - each one unique piece of art 

Super Quattro Walnut

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Siwa & Figli and the Accordion Gallery are introducing a special Accordion Gallery Line of instruments. Each accordion will be absolutely unique and will be properly designated. The accordion body including the grill and the side bass cover is carved from rare selection of  naturally aged (40+ years) woods. The body is varnished in the tradition of violin making and not covered in Polyurethane. The results are amazing - enhanced natural wood grain and improved sound projection. The tonal characteristics are based on the wood selection and could be jazzy-dark or polka-bright. Each instrument features the best quality hand made reeds available today, genuine Italian leather reed valves, double tone chamber, precise mechanics, and ergonomic body design optimized for best feel and ease of handling.

It is extremely difficult to find properly cut and aged wood for making musical instruments. It takes over a year to craft one of these special accordions. The Super Quattro Walnut has been expected with thrill and anticipation. The instrument radiates warmth. The tonal characteristics are as unique as the design and appearance of the accordion - truly fantastic!

• The classic Super Quattro carved from aged walnut
• 4/5 sets of hand made BINCI reeds
• LMMH reed configuration with concert tuning
• Double Tone Chamber (LM)
• 13 treble switches plus Palm Master for 14 distinct treble sounds
• 41 full-size treble keys with ivory finish
• 120 ivory finished bass buttons
• 9 bass switches
• Low G bass reed configuration with tone chamber for the lowest octave reeds
• Custom bellows design
• Gorgeous appearance
• One-of-a-kind instrument

Siwa & Figli Accordion Gallery Line - Super Quattro Walnut

The natural beauty of this instrument is breathtaking. The tonal richness is spectacular even now, while the accordion smells new. I can't imagine how it will grow in few months, in few years... I will truly enjoy the journey and invite you to join me. Be my guest at the Accordion Gallery and experience the charm and power of the Super Quattro Walnut. 

Super Quattro MIDI with Internal Sound Card, Special Effects,and Amplification

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Siwa & Figli has released a new Hey-di MIDI system, developed in collaboration with Logic Systems. We are pleased to offer the first accordions featuring Hey-di MIDI. The new controller has extremely slim design and combines elegant appearance with powerful features. The internal sound card offers hundreds of accordion and orchestral  sounds and effects allowing the flexibility to perform without external MIDI module. Right from the grill you can adjust volume, bellows dynamics, change octave for particular section or transpose the entire instrument, select different instrument sounds in real time etc. The 2 independent treble sections allow for simultaneous selection of accordion and orchestral sounds. The internal memory consists of a ROM part with pre-programmed orchestral sounds (5 for bass section, 5 for chords section, and 2x11 for the 2 treble sections) and Flash component where you can store your favorite presets (6 for bass, 6 for chords, and 2x12 for the 2 treble sections). In addition, there are 12 user banks (registrations) to store your favorite system parameters. Either use the factory programs or create your own and recall them in real time. One can access the internal sound card while controlling an optional external MIDI arranger. The system can be used with headphones for private practice.

The powerful Hey-di MIDI system was first implemented the Super Quattro Compact models. Now we can offer to our customers a light weight full size accordion with the following features:

• Ergonomic body design
• Excellent quality hand finished Salpa reeds
• 4/5 sets of reeds
• L-M1-M2-M3 reed configuration (LMMH configuration available on request)
• Tuned to customer specifications
• 19.25" full size professional keyboard with pearl key tops
• 13 treble switches
• Palm Master switch
• 120 pearl finished bass buttons with the best possible action and feel
• 7 bass switches
• Low G reed configuration
• "Hey-di" MIDI system with internal sound card, variety of preset orchestral sounds, user memory, bellows dynamics, and many other cool and useful features
• State of the art condenser microphones
• Very comfortable form factor and light weight of 25 lb
• The best quality accessories available today - generously padded straps, bellows protector, and case with reinforced corners

Siwa & Figli Super Quattro Compact with Hey-di MIDI

We take pride in working with our customers. Call us at 973-770-6877 and tell us about your dream accordion. Challenge us and we will be happy to discuss detailed specifications, prices, and time line for a delivery of one-of-a-kind instrument

Accordion Gallery Models - each one unique piece of art

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Siwa & Figli and the Accordion Gallery are introducing a special Accordion Gallery Line of instruments. Each accordion will be absolutely unique and will be properly designated. The accordion body including the grill and the side bass cover is carved from rare selection of  naturally aged (40+ years) woods. The body is varnished in the tradition of violin making and not covered in Polyurethane. The results are amazing - enhanced natural wood grain and improved sound projection. The tonal characteristics are based on the wood selection and could be jazzy-dark or polka-bright. Each instrument features the best quality hand made reeds available today, genuine Italian leather reed valves, double tone chamber, precise mechanics, and ergonomic body design optimized for best feel and ease of handling.

It is extremely difficult to find properly cut and aged wood for making musical instruments. It takes over a year to craft one of these special accordions. We are proud to present here the first masterpiece:

• The best hand made reeds available
• 4/5 sets of reeds
• L-M1-M2-M3 reed configuration
• Double Tone Chamber (L-M1)
• 9 treble switches
• 37 full-size treble keys with pear finished key tops F-F
• 96 pearl finished bass buttons with the best possible action and feel
• 5 bass switches
• Low G reed configuration
• The best quality accessories available today - generously padded straps, and case with wheels and a second handle

Siwa & Figli Accordion Gallery Line

We will be posting information on other unique Accordion Gallery models. We are thrilled in anticipation of the first Super Quattro from the Accordion Gallery Line - body made of 50+ year-aged dark walnut, Siwa & Figli proprietary enhanced tone chamber design, ivory-finished keyboard, Binci reeds ... can't wait to play it!

Call us at 973-770-6877 and tell us about your dream accordion. Challenge us and we will be happy to discuss detailed specifications, prices, and time line for a delivery of one-of-a-kind instrument.

Super Quinta

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Imagine the power of the Super Quattro now enhanced with a third set of clarinet reeds, tuned musette and added on demand to any of the 14 different treble sounds of the Super Quattro! The Super Quinta allows you enjoy the versatility of two different instruments and the joint power of all 5 sets of treble reeds. The treble switches design is the first of its kind. The third set of clarinet reeds can be activated by a chin switch and closed with the last treble switch. The palm master action is decoupled from the musette tuned reeds. Therefore, pressing the master will result in LMMH when the musette reeds are closed or in LMMMH when the musette reeds are active. There are 28 different treble sounds ranging from classic concert sounds, to mild vibrato, to brilliant tremolo, to rich 3-reed full musette. The tuning can be set to your preferences.

• The best hand made reeds available
• 5/5 sets of reeds
• L-M1-M2-M3-H reed configuration
• Double Tone Chamber (L-M1)
• Separate treble switches to activate the third set of clarinet reeds reeds M3
• Clever treble switch design that allows access to all reed combinations with less number of switches and provides simplicity and elegance - 15 treble switches + palm master + chin (opens M3)
• 19.25" keyboard, ivory finished key tops with smooth edges and the feel of the 60's Scandalli Super VI
• 9 bass switches providing matching bass reed combinations for each of the treble sounds
• Tone chamber in the bass with low G reed configuration
• Large volume bellows
• The best quality accessories available today - bellows protector, generously padded straps, and case with wheels and a second handle

Siwa Super Quinta

Cobra Jazz

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This unique accordion was designed in collaboration with our friend Charles Ghent (NY) in a pursuit to archive his personal dream of the ultimate accordion. Thanks to Ivan Stanojlovic, the artisan behind the SIWA phenomenal quality, Charles is living his dream. Many friends and colleagues are admiring the elegant design, the amazing power, and versatility of this accordion. Here are some features:

• The best hand made reeds available
• 4/5 sets of reeds
• LLMM reed combination
• Double Tone Chamber (LM)
• Separate treble switches (Open / Close) to activate the out-of-chamber bassoon reeds
• Continental musette tuning on the out-of-chamber clarinet reeds
• Absolutely unique and innovative treble switch design that allows access to all reed combinations with less number of switches and provides simplicity and elegance
• Tone Chamber Bass section with 7 switches and low G reed configuration
• Compact body design to optimize weight and handling
• 18.5" keyboard length (full size 19.25" keyboard available on request)
• MIDI ready with Cancel switches on treble and bass
• Vast range of tonal capabilities - from the Art Van Damme LL deep and warm double-bassoon, to the classic LMM Accordion sound, to a singing MM continental musette - all in a single compact instrument with a power and dynamic range of the full size Super Quattro model

Siwa Cobra Jazz

Super Quattro Musette

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• Excellent hand made reeds - 4/5 LMM-M+
• Double tone chamber
• Musette tuning
• The 13 different treble switches allow for a variety of Italian, French, and German musette as well as concert tuned chambered bassoon, bandoneon, and clarinet sounds
• Palm Master and Chin Switch (you select the reed configuration assignment)
• Tone Chamber Bass section with 9 switches and low G configuration
• 19.25" keyboard length

Siwa Super Quattro Musette

Cobra Grande Musette

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• Excellent hand made reeds - 4/5 LMM-M+
• Double tone chamber
• Musette tuning
• The 11 different treble switches allow for a variety of Italian, French, and German musette as well as concert tuned chambered bassoon, bandoneon, and clarinet sounds
• Palm Master and Chin Switch (you select the reed configuration assignment)
• Tone Chamber Bass section with 7 switches and low G configuration
• 19.25" keyboard length

Siwa Cobra Grande Musette

Super Quattro Compact

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This fantastic instrument was developed by request of our friend Phil Bonsiero from Baltimore, MD. Phil is a strolling accordionist with very versatile repertoire. He needs a powerful, far-projecting instrument without a tone chamber and with the best sweetest sounding hand made reeds tuned just right for the passionate Italian musette sound. The Super Quattro Compact combines the compact Super Cobra body design with a full size 19.25" keyboard and all great features of the Super Quattro like 13 treble switches, palm master and chin violin switches, low G bass configuration, captivating appearance, precise mechanics...  You've got to listen to Phil play this instrument to fully appreciate it.

Siwa Super Quattro Compact

We invite you to visit the Accordion Gallery and try the new Siwa & Figli accordions. You will be in for a truly exciting  experience.