{"product_id":"used-saltarelle-nuage-dg-walnut-melodeon","title":"Used Saltarelle Nuage D\/G Walnut 3 Voice Melodeon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUsed Saltarelle Nuage D\/G Walnut Melodeon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA superb opportunity to own one of Saltarelle’s most respected professional two-row melodeons at a considerably lower price than would normally be expected.\u003c\/strong\u003e This used Saltarelle Nuage is in D\/G, with a responsive flat keyboard, three treble voices, eight basses and the rich, powerful sound that has made the Nuage a longstanding favourite among experienced players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA clearly visible piece of wood is missing from the outer casing on the bass side. This cosmetic damage does not affect the sound, action or playability of the instrument, but it is there and can be seen in the photographs. The selling price has been reduced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast, responsive and built for demanding players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nuage was developed as a fast and versatile professional melodeon. Its flat two-row keyboard and responsive action make it particularly well suited to players who need an instrument capable of keeping up with quick, precise playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis example has a traditional satin walnut finish and 23 treble buttons arranged across two rows. Its compact dimensions make it comfortable to handle while still delivering the depth and power associated with a full three-voice instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree treble voices with five sound combinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThree treble stops control two middle-octave reed banks and one low-octave reed bank, providing five useful tonal combinations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle middle voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo middle voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo middle voices with the low-octave reed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMiddle voice with the low-octave reed for a bandoneon-style sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-octave reed played alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives the player access to everything from a lighter single-reed sound to a powerful full three-voice setting, making the Nuage suitable for solo playing, sessions, dance music and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile eight-bass system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bass side has eight buttons and two useful register stops. One removes the thirds from the chords, allowing more flexible chord accompaniment, while the second removes the low reed from the bass notes for a lighter bass response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and cosmetic damage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a used instrument showing signs of previous ownership. Most importantly, a section of wood is missing from the bass-side outer casing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe want to be completely transparent about this damage: it is noticeable and is shown in the product photographs. However, it does not interfere with the operation of the instrument and does not affect its sound or playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a player more concerned with musical performance than cosmetic perfection, this represents an opportunity to acquire a highly regarded Saltarelle Nuage at a price below what an undamaged example would normally command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMake: Saltarelle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModel: Nuage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKey: D\/G\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-row melodeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e23 treble buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlat treble keyboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree treble voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree treble stops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive treble sound combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEight bass buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo bass-side register stops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStop to remove the thirds from the chords\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStop to remove the low reed from the bass notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTipo a Mano reeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSatin walnut finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximate weight: 4.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximate dimensions: 27.7 × 16.8 × 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCondition: Used, with cosmetic wood damage to the bass-side casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA professional instrument at a reduced price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe missing section of wood prevents us from describing this Nuage as cosmetically excellent, but it remains a highly capable, responsive and versatile three-voice D\/G melodeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers the sound, speed and tonal flexibility for which the Saltarelle Nuage is known, with the cosmetic damage reflected fairly in the selling price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all the photographs carefully and contact Squeezebox Marketplace with any questions or to arrange an appointment to try the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squeezebox Marketplace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54414718239053,"sku":"COM280726TQKK","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/IMG_5686.jpg?v=1785252568","url":"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/products\/used-saltarelle-nuage-dg-walnut-melodeon","provider":"Squeezebox Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}