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Caroline B.Birmingham, West Midlands1221903365 Oct 2014First to ReviewWhat a little gem.
Long story short, I liked the idea of playing the accordion and someone kindly gave me one in need of repair. Well, where else to go but the Accordion Centre, tucked in slightly scary backstreets it's a breath of fresh air as a lovely whitewashed and shuttered house.
But we're here for accordions. And there are many.
On one side, the workshop is bursting with accordions waiting for repair, and the advice I was given was very practical and cautionary- it's likely to cost more to repair than it's worth, but I'm expecting a series of quotes so I can choose just how much work is done and to what effect.
Then there's the accordion for sale room. Lovely second hand accordions and squeeze boxes everywhere and I want them all. It's a bit magic.
Again, lots of very good advice- these guys really know their stuff and are very friendly.
Looks like they also do band recording or rehearsals there as there's a little stage setup with drums etc and a beer fridge. Unless music shops just generally sell beer these days...
Anyway. It's a bit out of town, but so worth a peep, whether or not you have a battered accordion.
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Donald F.Bonsall, Derbyshire0125 Apr 2019Updated reviewI drove down today to pick up my Hohner which had undergone re-tuning and a general overhaul. I was greeted in a friendly way and felt quite at home in this wonderful establishment. No airs and graces, no frills, just the company of people who love what they do. Firstly, a welcome mug of coffee then entry into the workshop where I spent an hour being shown what they do when they service accordions. A real eye-opener! Nothing was too much trouble and my questions were answered sympathetically; after all, this is new territory for me. My Hohner sounds great and has become of more value, especially when I consider how much work has gone into its servicing. My only regret is that I live so far away because visiting the Centre is a privilege. Thank you, Rob and your professional technician for your enthusiasm and knowledge.
Donald Firth.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 023 Apr 2019Previous reviewMy wife bought me a re-conditioned Hohner from here a couple of years ago. I thoroughly enjoy playing it and am having lessons. Just on an off chance, I happened to be in Birmingham so called in to the Accordion Centre to have my machine checked out. I actually thought that I might obtain a lighter model. However, I was advised that smaller accordions weren't that much lighter and my Hohner was an excellent instrument in need of re-tuning and a general overhaul. So, I left it at the shop and will pick it up soon. What a pleasure to visit this place. The staff are so pleasant and helpful with no sales talk. I was allowed the freedom to wander around the extensive stock of instruments and play anything I wanted. In the workshop, I was given a demonstration of what goes into the servicing of an accordion - all of which was very informative. These people clearly love their job which is more than that; it's a love, a passion for what they do. Although I live a couple of hours away, the proprietor offered to drop my accordion off nearby when he headed up North. Such service is a rarety. Well done.
Donald Firth.
