Montauk Accordion Company - Folk Instruments Shop

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Why Buy From New London Accordion?

You have options when buying an accordion. Shops like Liberty Bellows and Accordion Connection, I have purchased from both, sell excellent instruments - they do great work, though their prices reflect their overhead and premium skill.

Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist can have deals, but it's a gamble. Most sellers don't know what they have - they inherited an accordion or found it in an attic. Condition is often unknown, problems aren't disclosed (sometimes because they don't know to look), and prices are all over the map. You might get lucky, or you might buy an expensive paperweight.

New London Accordion takes the guesswork out. I find quality used accordions, assess their condition honestly, do the basic repairs and maintenance needed to make them playable, and price them fairly. You're getting an instrument that's been evaluated by someone who knows what to look for, works reliably, and won't break the bank. No surprises, no seller who "thinks it just needs new batteries."

Every accordion I sell comes with an honest description of its condition, what work has been done, and what quirks it might have. If you're a beginner or intermediate player looking for a solid instrument at a reasonable price, you're in the right place.

Why Sell to New London Accordions?

If you have an accordion sitting in your closet and want to sell it, you also have a few options. You could list it on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist and deal with tire-kickers, lowball offers, no-shows, and people who ghost you after asking a dozen questions. Or you could work with me.

I buy quality accordions that are in good working condition. I'll give you an honest assessment, a fair offer, and a straightforward transaction - no games, no ghosting, no waiting around for the right buyer to show up.

Here's how I work: I'm transparent about my business model. If I think I can resell your accordion for $500 after any minor repairs or cleaning, I'll offer you around $400. I need to make something for my time and the risk I'm taking on, but I'm not trying to lowball you. If your accordion needs significant work or isn't in good condition, I'll be honest about that too - and I might pass on it rather than waste your time with an insulting offer.

What I'm looking for: Piano accordions in good to excellent condition, ideally in the range that will sell for $300-1000 after any work I do. Brands like Hohner, Scandalli, Excelsior, Titano, and other quality makers. I'm less interested in instruments that need major restoration - that's outside my focus.

Appraisals and listing help: If you want help selling your accordion on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, or elsewhere, I offer appraisal and listing services for $50. I'll take quality photos of your accordion (inside and out), write a detailed description of its condition and features, provide an estimated value range, and even record a short video of it being played. This gives potential buyers confidence in what they're getting and helps you sell faster at a fair price because it stands out from the usual "grandpa's accordion, not sure if it works" listings.

If you're interested in selling, reach out with photos and any information you have about the accordion. I'll let you know if it's something I can use and what I can offer. Fast, fair, and straightforward.

Spencer’s repair work brought my old accordion back to life—sounds better than ever!

Anna M.

A cozy corner of Montauk Accordion Company’s shop showing rows of folk instruments hanging on wooden walls.

★★★★★