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FS: Hofbauer Tanzbär Self-Playing Accordion
By John Zuk

Offering for sale this self-playing Accordion -- this portable
instrument can make anyone an accomplished player of the button
accordion. As one pumps the bellows in and out, the mechanism plays
the music automatically from digital cassettes, four of which are
included, with 60 total tunes. It uses internal solenoids to
activate the accordion reeds -- so you are playing real accordion
music (not recorded or digital music).

Named after the antique Tanzbär (Dancing Bear) player accordions,
it is in very fine original condition.

The accordion comes with 4 song cartridges. There are a total of
60 songs that play automatically (each cartridge has 15 songs).
You can adjust the tempo and also select specific songs or let
the accordion cycle through them as you pump the bellows.

The unit has been serviced recently and it plays perfectly! It
also has a new rechargeable battery so the player operates for
hours without recharge. There is a battery charger also included
in the sale.

It also comes complete in a hard case that is velvet-lined. This
protects the instrument nicely and the fit is quite good, although
the case is not original to the accordion.

Local SoCal buyers are invited to come see the accordion in-person.
I can pack and ship as well. Asking $1500.

John Zuk
Southern California

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Key Words in Subject:  Accordion, FS, Hofbauer, Self-Playing, Tanzbär

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