The W-E1 models are a modern iteration of the Wheatstone Æola model, which was designed over a century ago, 
Modern features such as our long scale tapered (instead of parallel) steel reeds in MS57 brass frames and calibrated airflow values, offer excellent reed response at low airflow, a wide dynamic range, and uniform harmonic equilibrium.
The standard W-E1 models feature French polished walnut, Padouk, Maple, or Ebonized flat ends. Raised ends or metal inserts and other types of wood are optional. 
The W-E1 model is available as 48 key treble, 48 key tenor, 48 key Baritone, and 56 key tenor-treble.
W-E1Treble
Octagonal: 6 1/2"
48 key, from G3 to C7.
6 fold bellows
Hardwood ends
Long scale reeds: steel tongues in individual brass frames
Metal capped keys/delrin® cores.
E1 Treble with raised walnut ends and ebony border
Baritone with flat amboyna ends, gold metal inserts and buttons, with ebony border and purfling.
W-E1 Baritone
Octagonal (8 sided). 7 3/4"
48 keys, G2 to C6.
7 fold bellows
Hardwood ends
Long scale reeds: steel tongues in individual brass frames
Metal capped keys/delrin® cores.
W-E1Tenor-Treble
Octagonal (8 sided): 7 1/4"
56 key, from C3 to C7
6 fold bellows
Hardwood ends
Long scale reeds: steel tongues in individual frames
Metal keys/delrin® cores.
Tenor-Treble with birds eye maple raised ends and walnut border
E1 Tenor with walnut raised ends 
W-E1 Tenor
Octagonal: 6 1/2"
48 key, from C3 to E6
6 fold bellows
Hardwood ends
Long scale reeds: steel tongues in individual brass frames
Metal keys/delrin® cores.
Available options and prices for the W-E1
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