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August 2023 by Sal M
Michael was an absolute joy to work with. He was kind, professional, and took the time to chat with me and answer questions. He fixed my accordion for a reasonable price and did an extremely thorough job. Michael's professionalism, kindness and expertise are rare but deeply appreciated.
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May 2022 by evan s.
Michael is THE MAN when it comes to free reed instrument repair, and I trust my precious, frequently in need of tuning, cranky, irreplaceable squeeze box to no one else. I just wish he were closer to Portland!
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December 2021 by Izzy Nosan
I was very happy to find Michael to work on my accordion . He was very flexible with appointment times and even offered to meet me on a Saturday morning if it would have been best for my schedule. He is definitely knowledge about his trade, and I was very impressed with his level of expertise and attention to detail. I'll definitely be returning in the future for all things bellows!
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December 2021 by Sona Greenberg
Like many who have posted here, I have been taking my accordions to Mr. Arralde for years. He’s installed internal mics to the left and right sides of my Beltuna, adjusted action for smoother movement, added closure straps, offered helpful insight and options when I needed more information, and added small, light U-bolts to clip external mics for my smaller Saltarelle. Recently I asked him to dry up my Beltuna to 100% dry for recording purposes and he did a stunningly good job!
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November 2021 by Mark Lutwak
I have been taking my accordions to Michael Arralde for 30 years. Simply, he is the best. His work is excellent, his prices fair, and -- in an extraordinary fashion -- he understands what each accordion means to its owner. He communicates clearly and in a timely fashion, and is always willing to shape priorities to meet the needs of -- say -- a professional musician who desperately needs his or her accordion fixed quickly. He has never let me down. He is patient, positive, and it is always a pleasure to hang out with him, talk story, try out different accordions. He loves accordions and he will love yours.
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November 2021 by David Parker
My 60's-vintage little 5/6 scale x 120 bass red Nobility rescue case from years ago was a trifle beat-up from flying as luggage. After a stay with Mr. Arralde, IT'S LIKE BRAND NEW! Great work on an instrument we both thought might be deceptively good!
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June 2021 by Joan B.
I have known Michael Arralde since he was a teenager apprenticed to the late Joe Spano. His love of the instrument and his solid background, both academic and practical, make him exceptionally knowledgeable in a field where such preparation is scarce. I have had him repair my instruments. I have purchased instruments from him. I have sold or traded in instruments, and even donated one to him. He is always fair, and his assessments of condition, etc. have always proven true. You won't find more expertise in matters accordion anywhere in this region.
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February 2021 by Bjorn Olsen
I purchased a used accordion 2 years ago from Michael. After 2 years of use the bass switch was not functional anymore so I took it to Petosa accordions for a quick fix. Their cost estimate was more than half of what I purchased the accordion for. So I brought the accordion back to Mr. Arralde and he told me he would fix it for free. He then offered me a upgraded accordion better suited for my music style and offered to take off exactly what I had paid for the older accordion. Michael Arralde accordion is the absolute best used accordion dealer and is the smarter choice for beginners and even advanced players who don't want to spend 10s of thousands of dollars on a new, name brand accordion.
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November 2020 by Tim West
Highly trained and skilled professional! Michael repaired and musette tuned my old Crucianelli to absolute perfection! I'm extremely pleased with the results and his attention to detail!
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July 2020 by Ryan Alexander
Michael Arralde treated me and my accordion with an enormous amount of respect. He was knowledgeable about my specific accordion, discussed its features and areas of improvement in detail, and went above and beyond in both the diagnosis and the service itself.I came in to have a stuck key fixed and he went the extra mile with the rest of my keyboard and vacuumed out my case. I felt valued and respected as a customer, and the price was extremely reasonable.I can't stress enough how surprised and satisfied I was by this service. Thank you, Michael.
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July 2020 by R A.
Michael Arralde treated me and my accordion with an enormous amount of respect. He was knowledgeable about my specific accordion, discussed its features and areas of improvement in detail, and went above and beyond in both the diagnosis and the service itself. I came in to have a stuck key fixed and he went the extra mile with the rest of my keyboard and vacuumed out my case. I felt valued and respected as a customer, and the price was extremely reasonable. I can't stress enough how surprised and satisfied I was by this service. Thank you, Michael.
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October 2019 by Sage Anderson
There wasn't a variety of music. Mostly just adell , bruno Mars, ect!
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July 2019 by Pawn Express
Best accordion shop! He is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional! Highly recommend! This is definitely the place to go for accordions!
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May 2019 by Michael Fischer
Excellent services very professional. Money well spent. Wouldn't have anybody else work on midi zupan accordian. Thank you so much Michael Arralde.
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October 2018 by James DeAngelo
Mike is a very amazing and skillful craftsmen and accordion technician..
