Hi all! I am new to the pump/reed organ world. I recently purchased an Estey model JJ folding pump/reed organ. The case/wood is in great shape. The keyboard looks great too- no broken keys, the lay nice and even and do not stick. The problem is it doesn't make a sound. The bellows are pretty much non existent. The foot pedals are there but the straps are broken. it came with a box of parts--I have 2 boards and 2 metal rods/springs that I guess would be the hinged/moving part of the bellows but no actual leather or paper bellow material.
my questions:
can the bellows be replaced?
has anyone ever done it?
should it be left to a professional? average cost to repair?
Can you recommend a repair person in New England?
Any help or advise would be appreciated
Thank you
my questions:
can the bellows be replaced?
has anyone ever done it?
should it be left to a professional? average cost to repair?
Can you recommend a repair person in New England?
Any help or advise would be appreciated
Thank you