My bass side seems to be very loud. How can I quiten down the bass side so it does not override the right hand?

Will putting tape over the exit holes do any harm to the accordion? As I get a little more experience on the accordion, I may want the bass to be loud.

Any suggestions appreciated. It is a very nice LA accordion.

Thanks .... Ed

If you want to make the box more quiet, you need to prevent more of the air from reaching the reeds. To do that for the bass side all you need to do is twist (screw in) the two front buttons a little so that they don't open as much.

John

Yup...

sounds like someone has a screw loose here. Bruce has a better idea. Take heed!!

Thanks for your help. learn more each time I ask a question.

.... Ed

Screwing the button in or out will work on some accordions but not all. Some have a spacer on the button's threads that sets the travel. So on those the spacer would need to be modified. On accordions without the spacer turning the button will tend to loosen the threads and you could end up with the button screwing itself closed. Best in all cases to consult with the maker.