Butolen Olive G/C/F

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Butolen Olive G/C/F

Butolen

Olive G/C/F

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 594176
Brand: Butolen
Model: Olive G/C/F
Price: $2,913.90

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The Butolen Olive is a beautifully crafted Styrian accordion, perfect for traditional Slovenian folk music or anyone seeking a uniquely resonant and expressive instrument. The build quality is excellent, and the Cagnoni reeds provide a truly authentic tone. While the key system is specialized, the overall package offers a rewarding and high-quality playing experience.

Product Description

  • Butolen Olive G/C/F
  • Styrian Accordion
  • Keys: G/C/F
  • 3 Rows
  • 2 Courses
  • 33 Treble keys
  • 12 Bass keys
  • X-Bass
  • Cagnoni Dural reed plates
  • Finish: Olive
  • wooden
  • Size: approx. 30 x 20 cm
  • Weight: approx. 4.4 kg
  • Includes bellows protector
  • strap and case
  • Made in Slovenia

*Note:* This instrument can also be ordered in other keys, if you are interested please contact [email protected]

PROS
  • • Cagnoni reed plates deliver a remarkably rich, complex, and traditional Slovenian sound.
  • • The Olive wood casing provides a warm aesthetic and contributes to the instrument’s resonant character.
  • • The X-Bass system adds a surprising depth and sustain to the bass response for a Styrian.
  • • Well-built bellows offer a comfortable feel and reliable airtightness, crucial for extended playing.
CONS
  • • The G/C/F key arrangement limits versatility for players accustomed to other tunings.
  • • At 4.4kg, it can become tiring for extended performances, especially for smaller players.
  • • The 12 bass buttons represent a relatively limited range compared to some other accordion styles.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys/Buttons 33 Treble Keys
Bass Buttons 12 Bass Buttons
Rows 3 Rows
Key G/C/F
Weight 4.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Cagnoni reeds give it a particularly warm and full tone, often described as more 'vocal' than some brighter-sounding competitors.
The wood contributes to the instrument's overall resonance, adding warmth and a touch of complexity to the tone – it's not just for looks.
While Butolen can accommodate custom key orders, reconfiguring the existing mechanism is a significant and costly undertaking best left to specialists.

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