{"product_id":"castagnari-marie-nicole-iii-dg-used","title":"Castagnari Marie Nicole III D\/G 3-Voice Melodeon – (Preloved)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUsed Castagnari Marie Nicole III D\/G – Professional 3-Voice Melodeon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastagnari Marie Nicole III\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact professional D\/G melodeon with three-voice treble, a low-reed stop, bass thirds stop and Anahata layout. This used example is in good overall condition and combines the refined Castagnari sound with the flexibility serious players expect from a three-voice instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a serious three-voice instrument for a player who wants plenty of depth without moving to a much larger melodeon. The low treble reed can be removed using the treble stop, while the bass stop removes the thirds from the chords, giving the player considerably more tonal and harmonic flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Marie Nicole has a controlled, slightly drier character than some three-voice instruments, with plenty of depth when all three treble voices are engaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument we have here has approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 cents of tremolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it movement and warmth without becoming excessively wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the low reed engaged it has the richness expected from a three-voice melodeon. Remove the low reed and the character becomes lighter and more direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur view at Squeezebox Marketplace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving had the opportunity to put this Marie Nicole alongside other professional three-voice melodeons, it is easy to see why the model appeals to experienced players. It combines traditional Castagnari construction, a refined sound and considerable tonal flexibility in a relatively compact instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlayability and response\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe keyboard action is smooth and comfortable, with the traditional wooden mechanism associated with many Castagnari instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bellows response is very good and the instrument speaks cleanly without needing excessive pressure, allowing plenty of control over phrasing and dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBass and control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eight-bass system is supported by a \u003cstrong\u003ebass stop which removes the thirds from the chords\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful for modal playing, alternative harmonies and accompaniment where a fixed major or minor third might otherwise restrict your choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstrument scope and capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Marie Nicole III gives the player two particularly useful treble characters from one instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree voices engaged:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, full and powerful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow reed removed:\u003c\/strong\u003e lighter and more direct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the removable bass thirds, this makes it considerably more versatile than a straightforward fixed three-voice instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument would suit an experienced player looking for a long-term professional D\/G melodeon, an improving player ready to move beyond a simpler two-voice instrument, or somebody specifically looking for the sound and feel of a traditional Castagnari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equally at home in sessions, dance music, solo playing and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastagnari Marie Nicole III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/G tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnahata layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21 treble buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight bass buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-voice treble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreble stop to remove the low reed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass stop to remove the thirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-voice bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 3–4 cents tremolo on this instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional wooden action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian made\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castagnari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marie Nicole III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anahata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreble:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 buttons, 3 voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 buttons, 3 voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreble register:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-reed stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass register:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thirds stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasured weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.84 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used, good overall condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument comes with its case. The case is fully usable but does show some external marks consistent with previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this Castagnari Marie Nicole different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the appeal of the Marie Nicole is in the craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ornate grille and decorative detailing involve considerably more finishing work than is found on many more understated instruments. Small touches throughout the instrument reinforce the feeling that this is not simply a musical tool, but a traditionally crafted Italian melodeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat visual refinement sits alongside a genuinely capable three-voice instrument with a useful combination of treble and bass stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare with other professional 3-voice melodeons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recently compared this instrument directly with the Dino Baffetti Alpha III and found the two surprisingly close in specification, despite their very different approaches to construction and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can read our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/blogs\/buying-guides\/castagnari-marie-nicole-vs-dino-baffetti-alpha-iii\"\u003eCastagnari Marie Nicole III vs Dino Baffetti Alpha III comparison\u003c\/a\u003e, where we look at their sound, action, weight, construction and value side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore more melodeons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are considering other instruments as well, take a look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003ecurrent range of new and used melodeons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy with confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the actual instrument we have played, weighed and assessed here at Squeezebox Marketplace. It is in good overall condition and comes with its case, which shows some external marks from previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to know more about this Marie Nicole III or would like to arrange to try it, please get in touch with Squeezebox Marketplace. Info@squeezeboxmarketplace.com or Tel:07818041717\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squeezebox Marketplace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54887905427789,"sku":"COM280926RKKK","price":2699.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/IMG_6086.jpg?v=1790596962","url":"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/products\/castagnari-marie-nicole-iii-dg-used","provider":"Squeezebox Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}