The New Swan 30 Button Anglo Concertina in C/G Reviews

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The New Swan 30 Button Anglo Concertina in C/GWe are very excited to introduce the new Swan Anglo Concertina to our collection. Designed with the beginner in mind, its high-end features and attractive Jeffries style finish make this the best premium starter anglo concertina on the market.star star star star star   | Buyer Verified ReviewsSuperior SoundThe New Swan Concertina for sale features a fantastic rivet action system which offers greater speed to the player and a quick response from the reeds. Anglo concertinas are most commonly used for playing traditional Irish music.The Swan also features Czech-made reeds from Swedish sound steel which produce strong yet sweet and clear, bright tones.It has adjustable reinforced straps, premium Jeffries-style ends and it's finished with black leather 6-fold bellows, which are easy to open and close, making it very player friendly.The Swan is in the key of C/G, the most popular key for traditional Irish music.IS THIS THE RIGHT CONCERTINA FOR YOU?check_circle_outline   30 Button Anglo Concertinacheck_circle_outline   Key of C/Gcheck_circle_outline   Fully chromaticcheck_circle_outline   6.3"/16cm across the flatscheck_circle_outline   New & improved Czech-Made Swedish steel reedscheck_circle_outline   Fantastic rivet action system for a super response.check_circle_outline   6-Fold black leather bellowscheck_circle_outline   Soft, durable, padded adjustable hand strapscheck_circle_outline   Jeffries-style metal end plates with matt finishcheck_circle_outline   Wheatstone/Lachenal Layoutcheck_circle_outline   Touch sensitive buttonscheck_circle_outline   Produces a strong, clear and sweet tone.Concertina Buyer's GuideWhy The Swan Concertina Is Perfect For BeginnersThis concertina is suitable for adults and children alike, with its adjustable straps and touch sensitive buttons. It's the perfect model for beginner concertina players and people who are just starting out but want to treat themselves to a premium instrument.Thanks to its good looks and fantastic sound nobody need know you're a beginner! It's a great session concertina and can hold its own with the best of them.A Quality Anglo Concertina At A Reasonable PriceIn general, anglo concertinas are very expensive instruments to buy, especially for beginner players and advanced beginner player. I wanted to fill the gap in this market. The New Swan does just that: making it affordable for players to advance. I can confidently say that this concertina is the best of its kind at this price range.Not only is The Swan durable, but as the reeds are "exercised", it will actually improve with age.The Best Resale ValueStudents usually play this concertina for 3-5 years and then trade it in and upgrade to a more expensive concertina. And, to completely put your mind at ease, we provide a guarantee for 12 months. Even beyond 12 months we're always more than happy to service your concertina. If you want to buy a concertina, and you happen to find yourself in Dublin, come visit us in our Baldoyle store, located in Dublin 13 - we'd be happy to help you out! Have a concertina for sale? Get in touch with us. We are always on the lookout for good Anglo concertinas - must be in excellent condition with minimum wear and tear."Lovely concertina, has a very sweet sound"Bought it as a step up from my beginner and no regrets so far. I bought it just before the sale began and all credit to McNeelas they refunded the difference and gave me it for the sale price, superb service. I would also like some other reviewers here recommend the IOAM and I gather Caitlin is going to be doing lessons as well on her own website which is brilliant for us learners. I would recommend McNeelas to anyone and this concertina in particular is a wee cracker.star star star star star   | Laura H.Sound SamplesGood To KnowBonus FeaturesComes with a Premium Concertina BoxBonus Beginner AND Intermediate Concertina Masterclass with Jack TaltyPriority Shipping at a reduce rateFree Concertina Apprentice & Session Ready CourseLimited Time Offer:You'll get five months free access to the Beginner and Intermediate Courses of my brand new Concertina Masterclass Series with concertina virtuoso Jack Talty!That’s right. Once you’ve completed the beginner course you can kick things up a notch with our intermediate lessons.The Intermediate Course promises to challenge you in fun and exciting ways, all while helping to transform your playing and unlocking your inner musician.In total, with both courses combined, you’ll have access to:20 Immersive Traditional Irish Concertina LessonsOver 22 Top Concertina TunesWorld class tuition with leading concertina expert Jack TaltyComplete access to our complete Beginner Concertina CourseExclusive Bonus Materials including 11 Bonus LessonsFlexible lessons that you can pause, slow down, speed up, follow at your own pace and bring with you wherever you go.Apprentice CourseConcertina BasicsIntroduction To Concertina (11:35)Jack's Most Effective Practice Routine (14:30)Concertina Beginner LessonsMastering Your First Jig (12:05)The Power of Fluent Movement (16:30)Faster LearningUnlock The Secrets To Playing Fast (13:05)Your First Polka (17:35)Learn Ireland's Most Iconic March (13:57)Your First Fast TunesYour First Reel (12:00)Unlocking the Bellows (18:50)Your Second Reel (26:48) Session Ready CourseIntermediate Lessons:A New Challenge (33:30)Building on Harmony with a New Tune Type (20:27)5 Crucial Practice Exercises for Concertina Learners (16:00)Breaking the Rules for Even Smoother Playing (18:43)Learn the Tune Jack is Famous For (25:53)Learning by Ear Demystified (14:29)Expanding the Use of Harmony with Your First Slow Air (19:55)Learn Your First Slide (16:42)Introduction to Tune Composition on the Concertina (21:36)PLUS: Eleven Exclusive Bonus Lessons & Bonus Materials!THE McNEELA GUARANTEE30 Day Play-at-Home GuaranteeWe give you 30 days from receiving your parcel to test your new instrument at home. Don't like it for any reason? Simply send it back and receive a full refund.By Musicians For MusiciansWe're designing and producing instruments since 1979. You can rest assured that you receive Irish quality that plays and sounds great.1 Year WarrantyWe stand behind the quality and durability of our products. That's why we give every customers a one year warranty on parts and repairs.

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Sorry, in German. Versand und Verpackung gut, leider wenig Information über den Status der Sendung, daher war ich nicht anwesend und musste das Packet selber abholen. Concertina hat einen guten Klang, nicht zu hell, aber klar, nicht so dumpf und näselnd wie die 2-reihige von Stagi, die ich zum Vergleich habe. Etwas leiser als die Rochelle von der Connection, mir gefällt der Klang der New Swan aber auch besser. Metallplatten etwas scharfkantig (liest man auch häufiger und das stimmt). Ansprache der Stimmzungen gut, leider nicht ganz einheitlich, da geht auch noch mehr. Der 6-teilige Balg ist schön und sauber mit Leder bezogen, aber manchmal etwas zu kurz. Ich hab sie noch nicht aufgeschraubt und reingeschaut, das lasse ich auch erstmal - aber erst dann kann ich eigentlich was zur Qualität sagen, oder nach 1-2 Jahren bespielen. Außen ohne jeden Zweifel sauber verarbeitet. Das Köfferchen ist auch sehr nett, praktisch und stabil. Ich hasse die typischen Taschen, die man sonst so anbietet. Sonst fehlt mir der Vergleich zu wesentlich teureren Modellen. Ich bin zufrieden und "net geschimpft is genug gelobt"!
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Posted 1 year ago
Hi Ralph, thank you for your review of our Swan concertina. Delighted to hear that it's a good step up from your first concertina. Keep in touch and don't forget to access your free concertina lessons with Jack Talty.
Posted 1 year ago
Love it! I love my new Swan concertina. It arrived to me half way around the world in perfect condition!
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Posted 1 year ago
Glad to hear it Ruth! Thanks for the great review.
Posted 1 year ago
Beautiful merch/ great service! Awhile back I purchased a Swan concertina: my husband took it. Then I ordered two lovely tin whistles: my kids took them. What about mom? At first I was apprehensive about ordering directly from overseas (I am in the US) but customer service was SUPERB, and quickly smoothed out any concerns. I would not hesitate to place another order. Hmm, do I see a bodhran in my future?
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Posted 1 year ago
Hi Maribeth, very glad to see you've given yourself an extra special treat with our wonderful Swan concertina! We send a lot of musical instruments to the US so we've plenty of experience getting instruments safely over, in fact one customer had this to say: "I live in the States so McNeela’s not in the neighborhood. Yet they feel like family and friends that have a music store down the block!" If one of our bodhráns is fated to be in your future, be sure to get in touch with us.
Posted 1 year ago
I’m now a pirate I decided to get the new swan 30. I love the concertina. I feel like I’m constantly on the deck of some tall ship as the sea mist splash’s me and I single handedly am driving the sea shanties while keeping the crew singing and working. I’m gonna need a fisherman’s sweater……winter is approaching. Yar!
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Posted 1 year ago
Ahoy chase, thanks fer the review. We be glad ye be enjoyin' yer new Swan. Be sure t' get yourself one o' our new McNeela T-shirts t' keep ye warm on the high seas! https://mcneelamusic.com/accessories/the-mcneela-79-t-shirt/
Posted 1 year ago
I’m now a pirate I decided to get the new swan 30. Frankly I don’t have anything to compare it to but I wasn’t about to buy a Chinese made instrument (China is against my religion). I love the concertina. I feel like I’m constantly on the deck of some tall ship as the sea mist splash’s me and I single handedly am driving the sea shanties while keeping the crew singing and working. I’m gonna need a fisherman’s sweater……winter is approaching. Yar!
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Posted 1 year ago
Michael Loughrey
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Quality product, including the case.
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Posted 1 year ago
Thanks a million for the review, Michael!
Posted 1 year ago
Roos Kolkena
Verified Reviewer
Happy with the New Swan, great sound, beautiful leather bellows, easy on the touch. The edges a little bit sharp. Picked up daily practice with the excellent online lessons
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Posted 1 year ago
Glad to hear you are happy with your Swan Concertina and the online lessons! We appreciate your feedback about the edges too.
Posted 1 year ago
Lovely instrument. Makes me realize the one I had been playing before was basically a toy.
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Posted 1 year ago
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Liam. The Swan is such an incredible instrument compared to others on the market at the same price range. We're so glad that you are happy with it!
Posted 1 year ago