Hello. In reference to your question about what makes an accordion easier to play, depends a lot on the player. If you're buying a Louisiana made Cajun accordion, they all are decent. Some people prefer certain brands to others, but for the most part, you're getting quality all around. I have a variety of different brands, but it's like choosing your favorite kid lol.

I can say for certain I love John Elton Doucet's accordions. I have two of them, and as far as prices go, I have yet to find a less expensive Louisiana handmade. And currently, in my opinion are the top of my list of favorites. But as I said, it's like picking a favorite baby.

He's selling this brand new one for $1600.00. It's in C (which is usually the Cajun standard key), has #1 Italian, Binci reeds. Quality Italian bellows, which are considered the finest on earth. The wood is made of Maple, with a dark brown stain.

If interested, call 337-684-6495 or E-mail jedoucet@netzero.net

Also, I'll attempt to show you two videos of me playing the two I own. HTML has been sketchy on bravenet recently....




Here's one of my Cajun brand accordions, made by Mr. Doucet.



Here's another

Thank you,someone else also recommended him.I am going see Mr. Doucet today :-)