The name GOLA signifies the passion of playing the accordion. When nothing else counts but the realization of musical potential, this truly great instrument combines pristine sound quality with one’s own powers of musicianship and imagination into a resonant, soul warming combination of expressive tonalities.The Gola represents the ultimate level of accordion building worldwide, and is the instrument of choice for only the most discerning soloists, including numerous World Champions, whether on stage or in the recording studio. The combination of top quality materials and highly skilled workmanship culminates in unmatched instruments for the most astute players.This Gola is from 1965, purchased in Germany has a tone chamber and grill mutes. This gem has been serviced, tested, and recently professionally serviced by Skyler Fell at The Accordion Apocalypse Repair Shop. This instrument has a tone chamber and grill mutesRepairs done prior to sale were minor and include the following: We inspected the Gola and made sure all reeds sound, each reed block was removed cleaned and tested, three reeds were replaced, the low bass G,C,F which were then hand tuned into the accordion, the bass machine as well as all other mechanisms were checked and cleaned, a new black velvet back pad was added to protect the bellows which are in good condition, a portion of one part of the bellows strap bracket was replaced(see picture), the old bass strap was replaced with a plush velvet and leather one, and the shoulder straps were replaced with large padded leather and velvet ones.Manufacturer: Hohner
Model: Gola
Keyboard Length: 19 1/4
Weight: 26lbs
Keys: F-A
Black Keys: 17
White Keys: 24
Treble Registers:10+Master & Palm, including musette!
Tuning: Continental
Switch Reed Configuration: LMMH
Condition: Used
Includes: Case, New Plush Straps, and Backpad