Concertina Hohner Corona II 12 Basses 2 Voices GCF

The Hohner Corona II 12 Bass 2 Voices GCF is a versatile, modern concertina with a sound firmly rooted in tradition.

The Hohner Corona II is a three-row diatonic concertina with a long connection to Norteño and Tex-Mex music, but its use is not limited to a single repertoire. The same model can be found in the hands of musicians like Flaco Jiménez and, in very different contexts, Matt Hensley of Flogging Molly, which clearly shows the musical breadth it can encompass.

The GCF configuration, in G/C/F, distributes 31 melodic buttons across three rows and provides a total of 62 notes. As is typical of a diatonic accordion, the sound produced by each button depends on the direction of the bellows, forcing a very physical relationship between the right hand, left hand, and the instrument's breath. It is precisely this alternation that gives the accordion much of its characteristic phrasing and rhythmic energy associated with traditional repertoires.

The Corona II works with two voices and one tone color, creating a coherent and stable sound, very useful for musicians who want to occupy a well-defined space in compositions. In the bass, it has 12 buttons and five standard voices, which gives enough space to accompany melodies with bass and chords without making the instrument overly complex. This arrangement adapts well to both rhythmic accompaniment and fast melodic passages, especially when the bellows actively participate in the articulation.

At 31 cm wide, 19 cm high and weighing about 4 kg, it maintains a relatively compact format for a three-row, 12-bass instrument. The Ergoline straps better distribute the weight during extended periods of performance, while the included bag facilitates transport between rehearsals, shows and recording sessions.

The Corona II's identity is strongly linked to the Hohner sound that has become familiar in styles bordering Mexico and the United States. Its presence in Bob Dylan's "Beyond Here Lies Nothing" also shows how this sound can fit into a blues rock context without losing the typical accordion accent.

Hohner is a German company founded in 1857 and one of the world's leading manufacturers of musical instruments, specializing in accordions, electromechanical keyboards, and wind instruments such as harmonicas.

The Hohner Corona II GCF is especially well-suited for musicians who want a three-row diatonic concertina with a quick response, 12 basses, and a recognizable sound, versatile enough to move from traditional repertoire to more contemporary uses without ceasing to sound clearly like a concertina.

 
Specifications:

• Model: Corona II

• Color: red, lacquered black, white or dark blue

• Number of notes: 62

• Number of buttons: 31, 3 rows

• Class: diatonic

• Voices: 2

• Tone colors: 1

• Tunings: G / C / F

• Bass buttons: 12

• Bass standard voices: 5

• Dimensions: 31cm x 19cm (12.2 "x 7.5")

• Weight: 4 kg

• Straps: Ergoline

• Case: gigbag

The concertina Hohner Corona II can be heard on Bob Dylan's 2009 single, "Beyond Here Lies Nothing", creating an unusual yet exciting combination of blues rock and Norteño accordion sound.

Note: in your order please indicate the desired color,

You should be aware that the availability indication on the website refers to the existence of these concertinas in stock, regardless of color.