Saltarelle Elfique DG Melodeon 21 Button 8 Bass 3 Voice

Saltarelle Elfique – 3 Voice D/G Melodeon 19+2 Button 8 Bass

What is the Saltarelle Elfique?

The Saltarelle Elfique is a compact, professional-quality two-row diatonic melodeon designed for players who want real tonal depth, flexibility and projection without the size and weight usually associated with a three-voice instrument. In D/G, with a 19+2 treble layout and 8 bass, it offers serious musical range in a highly manageable format.

Quick Overview

A 3 voice D/G melodeon with 19+2 treble buttons and 8 bass, the Elfique combines rich LMM sound, fast Saltarelle action and compact handling. With a treble stop to move between two and three voices, plus a bass stop to remove thirds from the chords, it is powerful, adaptable and highly practical for serious players.

Sound and Character

The Elfique delivers a full, rounded and lively three-voice sound with excellent projection. It has the kind of presence that can drive a session, support dance playing or bring depth to more expressive solo work, while still retaining the immediate response associated with Saltarelle instruments.

Hearing the instrument in context is one of the best ways to understand its character. This video gives a clear sense of the Elfique’s power, responsiveness and musical presence:

At Squeezebox Marketplace…

At Squeezebox Marketplace, every Saltarelle Elfique is individually checked and set up by our specialist technicians. With decades of experience in accordions and melodeons, we ensure each instrument delivers the responsiveness, balance and tonal quality expected at this level.

Playability

The Elfique features Saltarelle’s well-known fast-action keyboard, giving a quick, responsive feel under the fingers. Its compact body keeps everything close to hand, which many players find improves control and reduces effort over longer periods of playing.

At around 3.5kg, it also avoids one of the main drawbacks of many three-voice instruments: excess weight. This is a compact, efficient and enjoyable melodeon to play.

Bass and Control

The 8 bass layout provides a traditional and reliable left-hand setup, while the bass stop allows you to remove thirds from the chords. This gives greater harmonic flexibility and makes the instrument more adaptable across different tunes, keys and playing styles.

Instrument Scope

The Elfique is designed for serious musical use. Its three-voice LMM setup gives depth and authority, while the 19+2 layout keeps the instrument compact and efficient. It is suitable for sessions, Morris playing, dance music, performance work and more expressive repertoire where response and tonal control matter.

Who It’s For

The Elfique is ideal for players upgrading from a two-voice melodeon, session musicians wanting more tonal depth without extra bulk, Morris players needing projection and control, and experienced players looking for a compact high-performance instrument.

Key Features

• Compact 3 voice D/G diatonic melodeon
• 19+2 treble button layout for useful extra flexibility
• 8 bass with bass stop to remove thirds
• Treble stop to move between 2 and 3 voices
• Fast-action Saltarelle keyboard
• Powerful LMM sound in a compact body
• Approx. 3.5kg weight

Specifications

• Key: D/G
• Rows: 2+2 / 19+2 layout
• Treble buttons: 19+2
• Bass: 8
• Treble voices: 3 voice LMM
• Reeds: Super Dural
• Treble register: 1 stop to move between 2 and 3 voices
• Bass register: 1 stop to remove thirds
• Dimensions: 25 x 15 x 29.8 cm
• Weight: Approx. 3.5kg

What Makes the Elfique Different?

The Elfique stands out because it offers the richness and projection of a three-voice melodeon in a notably compact and lightweight format. It does not feel like a bulky larger box. Instead, it gives players strong tonal depth, fast response and real musical flexibility in an instrument that remains practical and manageable.

Saltarelle vs Castagnari

Saltarelle instruments like the Elfique are known for their responsive, expressive character, while Castagnari models are often associated with a more traditional and refined feel. The Elfique is designed for players who want immediacy, tonal flexibility and strong musical presence.

Read our Saltarelle vs Castagnari melodeon comparison to understand how Saltarelle instruments differ in response, tone and playability.

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What’s Included

Your Saltarelle Elfique comes fully set up and ready to play. A hard case or gig bag is included depending on specification, along with straps where supplied by the manufacturer.

Buy with Confidence

We offer a 14-day approval period for mail order purchases, allowing you to try the instrument at home. With expert setup, aftercare support and decades of specialist experience, you can buy with confidence from a trusted UK melodeon specialist.