This is a Lachenal 30-Key Anglo in C/G with steel reeds. It has been fitted with new pads and valves, and been tuned to concert pitch (A=440hz).

As you might be able to tell, this an earlier-period Lachenal Anglo which means that it has larger bone buttons than later instruments- something that some people prefer, although that’s entirely down to individual taste. It’s a nice player- responsive with a good set of steel reeds, and the original bellows are in good condition (apart from little signs of wear on the bellows papers). Aesthetically the woodwork does show a few signs of wear, which is reflected in the price, but if you only care about how an instrument plays then that makes this a little bit of a bargain!

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