With so many options available out there, it can be overwhelming trying to find the instrument that best suits your individual needs. The most popular and widely used are concertina, chromatic button and diatonic button accordions. However, beginners may not want to shell out too much money on their first accordion until they've decided if it's something they really want to pursue long-term. Also exploring jazz standards or classical pieces can be rewarding as well - although they may require more advanced technique than beginner level repertoire. These buttons create different notes when pressed down or up. Another popular type of accordion is the chromatic button model.