This deluxe accordion by Gear4music is a great intermediate instrument suitable for those upgrading from more simplified instruments. Including a 48 bass system and a 34 note treble keyboard this instrument has full chromatic versatility meaning you can play in every key. A set of five different tone switches gives different reed sounds making it suitable for all kinds of performances. Included is a carry strap and heavy duty case. 48 Bass System As an upgrade from the Accordion by Gear4music 24 Bass the Deluxe Accordion includes a 48 bass system which features four rows of 12 buttons. On top of the 3 rows (bass fundamental major and minor chords) this instrument includes a counter bass note row directly in front of the fundamental. The benefit of this is to make scales in the bass much easier to play. Having 12 buttons in each row means that a full range of chromatic bass notes and chords can be played meaning that you can play in any key. 5 Tone Switches The five switches just above the keyboard change the way that the air flows through all the reeds inside the accordion. This in turn creates different harmonics above the fundamental note and therefore a richer or clearer tone dependent on the piece. Everything You Need The accordion comes with some accessories to make it easy to get playing straight away. A strap that attaches to the accordion has been added so that it is easier to hold the instrument while performing. When the accordion is not being used there is a heavy duty carry case with two lockable straps and a carry handle. This is great for moving the instrument to rehearsals and lessons or simply just to store the accordion. Features/Specifications Bass Keys: 48 (4 Rows of 12) Treble Keys: 34 (Keyboard G-E) Tone Switches: 5 Finish: Pearloid Shoulder Straps: Padded Leather Instrument Dimensions: Case Dimensions: Gear4music – a revolution in competitively priced high-quality musical instruments and equipment. Gear4music have teamed up with some of the best manufacturers from around the world to develop our own line of music equipment. Our goal is to provide our customers with a wide choice of high quality sensibly priced musical instruments. Using our many years of collective experience we have developed a wide range of instruments and equipment including drum kits acoustic and electric guitars woodwind brass string instruments and speaker systems. We are proud to offer these to our customers alongside hundreds of other well-known brands. Working closely with our carefully chosen manufacturers we endeavour to produce reliable great sounding instruments at a price that is accessible to all. Our musical equipment is made to the same exacting standards that you expect from other highly regarded brands – this is backed up by our standard 30 Day Money Back Guarantee. Gear4music products are produced ethically and responsibly to meet the expectations of a caring world.