Description
Trinity College AP-2248A Light Brown 48-Button English-Style Concertina is a 48-button English-style concertina, fully chromatic with a 2.5 octave range, with a laminated wood endplate in a light brown simulated walnut finish and black fabric-covered bellows with 6 folds. A Trinity College carrying case is included.
Specifications
| SKU | AP-2248A |
|---|---|
| Model | AP-2248A |
| System | English-style |
| Size | 48-button concertina |
| Color | Light brown |
| Finish | Simulated walnut |
| Endplate | Wood (laminated) |
| Bellows | Black fabric-covered, 6 folds |
| Range | 2-1/2 octaves |
| Chromatic | Fully chromatic |
| Air release | Air-release button to close instrument noiselessly |
| Hand support | Padded adjustable leather thumb strap plus metal hand stop on each side |
What is included
- Trinity College AP-2248A concertina
- Trinity College carrying case
Common questions
How many buttons does the Trinity College AP-2248A concertina have?
The Trinity College AP-2248A has 48 buttons, is fully chromatic with a 2 1/2 octave range, and has an air-release button to close it noiselessly.
Is the Trinity College AP-2248A an Anglo or English concertina?
The Trinity College AP-2248A is an English-style concertina.
Does the Trinity College AP-2248A come with a case?
Yes. The Trinity College AP-2248A comes with a Trinity College carrying case.
How do you hold the Trinity College AP-2248A?
The Trinity College AP-2248A has a padded adjustable leather thumb strap plus a metal hand stop on each side.
How do I open and close the Trinity College AP-2248A without damaging it?
Press and hold the air-release button on the Trinity College AP-2248A whenever you pull the bellows apart or close them without playing. The button opens a silent valve so air moves freely, and forcing the bellows without it can damage the instrument.
How should I care for and store the Trinity College AP-2248A?
Keep the Trinity College AP-2248A at normal room temperature and humidity, away from direct sun, heat and cold, which can soften or harden the wax that seals its valves. Wipe it with a soft cotton cloth after playing and store it closed in its carrying case.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
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