{"product_id":"saltarelle-le-romane-melodeon-19-5-12-bass","title":"Saltarelle Le Romané Melodeon 19+5 12 Bass","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSaltarelle Le Romané Melodeon 19+5 Button 12 Bass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saltarelle Le Romané is a professional two-row diatonic melodeon, designed for players who want a powerful, expressive sound with extended musical flexibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Italy by Saltarelle, the Le Romané (sometimes searched as Le Romane) is a high-level instrument combining strong projection with refined tonal control. With its additional accidental buttons and three-voice configuration, it offers greater musical scope than standard two-row melodeons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diatonic melodeon (2 row with accidentals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced to professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/G, G\/C and others on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance, session playing, expanded repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Le Romané delivers a full, rich and characterful sound, with the depth and presence expected from a three-voice Saltarelle instrument. It balances strong projection with musical refinement, allowing both powerful playing and controlled phrasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to drier, more traditional instruments, the Le Romané offers a broader tonal palette, making it particularly suited to players who want both presence and expressiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we typically see players choose instruments like the Le Romané when they want more harmonic depth and flexibility than a standard two-voice melodeon can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlayability and response\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with Saltarelle’s fast-action keyboard, the Le Romané feels responsive and precise under the fingers. The Tipo a Mano reeds speak quickly and cleanly, giving the player confidence across a wide dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness makes it well suited to both fast, rhythmic playing and more nuanced musical expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBass end and control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12 bass layout provides a solid and versatile accompaniment, with a useful register to remove thirds from the chords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThirds-out stop for modal and flexible accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced bass response for both rhythm and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstrument scope and capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 19 main treble buttons plus 5 accidentals, the Le Romané offers significantly expanded musical possibilities compared to standard two-row melodeons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis additional range allows players to access alternative keys, extended harmonies and more complex repertoire without moving to a full three-row system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this instrument for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvancing and experienced players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusicians wanting more range without moving to three-row\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolk and session players needing flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers seeking a powerful, expressive instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19+5 treble buttons with accidentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-voice treble configuration with 2 sound options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 bass buttons with thirds-out register\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTipo a Mano reeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, responsive keyboard action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong projection with refined tonal control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRows:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 + accidentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreble buttons:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 + 5 accidentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegisters (treble):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 sound options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegisters (bass):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 stop (thirds out)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tipo a Mano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.8 x 15 x 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this instrument different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is not about simplicity. It is about flexibility, depth and musical range within a compact two-row format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Le Romané sits between traditional two-row melodeons and larger three-row systems, offering many of the benefits of both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare to other melodeons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers considering the Le Romané often compare Saltarelle instruments with brands such as Castagnari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn simple terms, the Le Romané offers a fuller, more expressive and harmonically rich sound, while Castagnari instruments tend to be drier and more traditionally focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/blogs\/buying-guides\/saltarelle-vs-castagnari-melodeons-a-practical-comparison\"\u003eSaltarelle vs Castagnari melodeon comparison\u003c\/a\u003e for a deeper explanation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore more melodeons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003emelodeon collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are new, start with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/blogs\/buying-guides\/beginner-s-guide-to-choosing-your-first-melodeon\"\u003ebeginner’s guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded with this instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGig bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadded bass strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying from Squeezebox Marketplace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery instrument is carefully checked and prepared before sale. We offer expert advice, UK-wide delivery and ongoing support to help you choose the right instrument with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to try this instrument or discuss available options, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saltarelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53786437321037,"sku":null,"price":3599.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/leromanefront.jpg?v=1777281623","url":"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/products\/saltarelle-le-romane-melodeon-19-5-12-bass","provider":"Squeezebox Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}