Alto (Treble) Recorders

This Renaissance model is based on drawings taken from 'Syntagma Musicum' (1618) by Michael Praetorius. Kobliczek recorders are made by German maker Christoph Hammann and his team. These Renaissance recorders have large cylindrical bores which produce a characteristically strong tone. Made from stained maple, this recorder has excellent intonation over a full two octave range. This renaissance recorder has single holes but uses standard baroque fingering. This G-alto recorder is supplied in a soft case with cork grease, cleaning rod and fingering chart. N.B. This renaissance alto (in G) is in 2-pieces.

Takeyama alto in maple a=415. Takeyama from Japan is regarded as one of the foremost recorder makers. His maple alto is extremely light to hold and characterised by a powerful, warm, flute-like sound, with great clarity in the upper register. With bag, fingering chart, cork grease and pull through.

MAR4409 Marsyas recorders are designed according to baroque principles and they offer large dynamic possibilities with effortless response in all registers. During the tuning process, special care is taken to ensure a colorful, clear sound and a balanced pitch. The unmistakable outer shape, which was exclusively designed for Marsyas recorders, is a particularly attractive and elegant design. Marsyas recorders are the result of years of research by Heinz Ammann. They are professional quality instruments which are produced by Küng, then tuned and voiced by hand. Thus profound knowledge and versatile technology are brought together to make these recorders. This alto recorder is made of olivewood and is supplied in a hard case with a cleaning rod, cork grease and maintenance instructions.

Marsyas recorders are designed according to baroque principles and they offer large dynamic possibilities with effortless response in all registers. During the tuning process, special care is taken to ensure a colorful, clear sound and a balanced pitch. The unmistakable outer shape, which was exclusively designed for Marsyas recorders, is a particularly attractive and elegant design. Marsyas recorders are the result of years of research by Heinz Ammann. They are professional quality instruments which are produced by Küng, then tuned and voiced by hand. Thus profound knowledge and versatile technology are brought together to make these recorders.

Harmonic recorders: Mollenhauer & Maarten Helder Lavishly equipped instruments developed in cooperation with the Dutch recorder maker Maarten Helder. Detailed technical extras place these recorders in the “de luxe” class of Harmonic recorders, the new type of recorder with in-tune harmonics. Expressive, elegant and dynamic sound: the right instrument for those who are looking for new recorder sounds. Assertive and strong so as to be audible in combination with modern orchestral instruments: in modern music, jazz, folk or indeed traditional recorder repertoire. Extended range into the third octave: this enables access to new repertoire in areas so far unavailable to recorder players, eg. flute repertoire. The fingering for the two lower octaves follows traditional “Baroque” patterns; special fingerings are only required for the third octave. Extended range in the lower register by adding a key for e'. Piano key: enables the finest of dynamic shadings.

Mollenhauer 5924 Modern alto (treble) in f', grenadilla, with with f-foot joint and double key f/f#. This design was the product of collaboration between recorder virtuoso Nikolaj Tarasov and recorder maker Joachim Paetzold. A little longer than the conventional alto, it has a double f/f# key that firstly gives these notes a significantly more powerful sound than is usual on alto recorders and secondly, enables notes in the third octave to be played much more easily than on a conventional alto. It has a strong, warm and very expressive sound that makes it a versatile instrument capable of playing music from the 18th century to present day. The recorder has a SYNPOR block, a synthetic block similar to cedar, which imitates the molecular structure of wood and which can absorb moisture humidity through its micropores. With hard case, CD with sound examples, mop, cork grease, fingering chart, maintenance instructions. Listen to this recorder: Your browser does not support the audio element.

The K4 alto recorder convinces with its space-filling sound and a strong sonority in both high and deep registers. K4 stands for: P.I. Bressan, for the drilling profile of the recorder and the luxurious design Ernst Meyer, Maître Flutier, for the extra wide diapason and the unique voicing Maurice Steger, the masterly soloist and conductor Küng, the manufacturer who combines high quality with traditional hand craft

Mollenhauer Denner Edition Alto in stained satinwood, a=442. This is a hand-crafted recorder after Jacob Denner (1681–1735). The bore shape is based on concepts that were developed in the Denner family workshop, in particular by Jacob Denner. The Denner family from Nuremberg were one of the most important and influential woodwind makers. Modern processes have made it possible to achieve a sound quality that was previously only a characteristic of low-pitch baroque instruments. Balanced and stable intonation across all the registers are the basis for the versatility of the refined sound. The characteristically direct voicing combines lightness and brilliance with focused airflow. An extensive amount of time is dedicated to crafting these exclusive instruments. Every instrument is voiced over a long period of time – periods of intense playing alternate with phases of fine tuning. In this way, Mollenhauer can closely monitor and adjust the development of every instrument. Specification of the Denner Edition recorder: Craftsman-made windway Heavily undercut finger holes Bushed thumbhole Rounded and polished beak Finish: historically stained, oiled and polished by hand. Threaded joints Case: Leather bag Click here to read Mollenhauer's brochure about their Denner Edition recorders. Listen to this recorder: Your browser does not support the audio element.

Mollenhauer 5926E Modern alto (treble) in f', pearwood, with E-foot joint and triple key e/f/#. This design was the product of collaboration between recorder virtuoso Nikolaj Tarasov and recorder maker Joachim Paetzold. A little longer than the conventional alto, it gives these lower notes a significantly more powerful sound than is usual on alto recorders and secondly, enables notes in the third octave to be played much more easily than on a conventional alto. It has a strong, warm and very expressive sound that makes it a versatile instrument capable of playing music from the 18th century to present day. The recorder has a SYNPOR block, a synthetic block similar to cedar, which imitates the molecular structure of wood and which can absorb moisture humidity through its micropores. With hard case, CD with sound examples, wiper wool, cork grease, fingering chart, maintenance instructions. Listen to this recorder: Your browser does not support the audio element.

5324 Stanesby alto a=415, Indian boxwood. Thomas Stanesby senior (1668-1734) was a London maker and this alto instrument, designed by Ralf Ehlert, is copied from an original in the Frans Bruggen collection in Amsterdam. Faithful to the original model, this instrument has a beautiful, open and strong sound in all registers and is especially effective as a solo or mixed chamber instrument. Made from Indian boxwood, which is a hard wood producing a clear, round tone. Specific density 0.91. Brilliant, full, round tone. This a=415 recorder comes with a hard case, cleaning rod and cloth, cork grease, fingering chart and maintenance instructions. This Stanesby recorder also comes with a free Moeck Z0002 maintenance set (recorder oil, oil brush, anti-condensant, paintbrush, maintenance manual). Baroque fingering Double holes 3-piece Made of boxwood Includes free maintenance set (oil, brushes, anti-condensant etc) Pitch: a´= 415 Hz Includes case, cleaning rod, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty

KUN1411 This alto is made of stained pearwood which has earthy soundnotes. The recorder is in baroque fingering and has a wide bore. Küng's Studio series has proven to be popular with all levels of players providing a high quality instrument at a reasonable price. They have a full sound, balanced tone, and a good, easy response in all registers. Their clear, warm sound is well-suited for ensemble playing. This Studio alto comes complete with canvas bag, cleaning rod, fingering chart and maintenance instructions. Baroque fingering Double holes 3-Piece Made of stained pearwood Wax impregnation Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes soft bag, cleaning stick, manual and fingering chart 3 year warranty

The Conservatorium recorders by Aura are made in the Coolsma workshops in the Netherlands. They are based on Bressan recorders, with a curved, highly conical windway which produces a broad, rich sound. This Conservatorium alto is made of palisander and is thumb-bushed. The double key for the bottom F/F# aids players with smaller hands. This recorder comes with a canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and a fingering chart. Baroque fingering Double keys f/f# 3-pieces Made of palisander Thumbhole bush Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty

The Conservatorium recorders by Aura are made in the Coolsma workshops in the Netherlands. They are based on Bressan recorders, with a curved, highly conical windway which produces a broad, rich sound. This Conservatorium alto is made of pearwood and is thumb-bushed. The double key for the bottom F/F# aids players with smaller hands. This recorder comes with a canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and a fingering chart. Baroque fingering Double keys f/f# 3-pieces Made of pearwood Thumbhole bush Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty

The Conservatorium recorders by Aura are made in the Coolsma workshops in the Netherlands. They are based on Bressan recorders, with a curved, highly conical windway which produces a broad, rich sound. This Conservatorium alto is made of palisander and is thumb-bushed. This recorder comes with a canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and a fingering chart. Baroque fingering Double holes 3-pieces Made of palisander Thumbhole bush Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes canvas zip-case, cleaning stick, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty

The 5347 Ehlert alto recorder by Moeck is made in grenadilla. The recorders were d esigned by Ralf Ehlert, and are suitable for recorder music from all styles and periods. On account of their strong tone colour and volume they are particularly suitable for playing with piano and other "modern" instruments. They have a wide conical bore, giving them the same strength of sound as renaissance recorders. The windway however is designed after baroque models giving it flexibilty in both sound and dynamics. The longer measurement of the recorder and the double key results in a more easily accessible extended range (2+ octaves). With different fingerings it is possible to achieve from F# - top C without the need to cover the bell of the recorder. This recorder comes with a hard case, cleaning rod and cloth, cork grease, fingering chart and maintenance instructions. This Ehlert recorder also comes with a free Moeck Z0002 maintenance set (recorder oil, oil brush, anti-condensant, paintbrush, maintenance manual). Baroque fingering Double holes 3-piece Made of grenadilla Includes free maintenance set (oil, brushes, anti-condensant etc) Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes case, cleaning rod, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty

Fine and expressive Strong, durable and clear – convincing as a solo instrument for all sorts of music from early music to Jazz.... Full sound especially suited to blending in an ensemble due to the wide bore (Renaissance type, recorders after van Eyck type recorders). This sound is the ideal for use in group lessons and class music making. Easy response More than 2 octaves, curved windway Distinctive finger holes Easy to feel – thus enabling secure fingering This recorder comes with a cotton bag , cleaning rod and cloth, cork grease, fingering chart and maintenance instructions. Baroque fingering Double holes 2-piece Made of pearwood Wax impregnation Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Range f 1 – g 3 Includes cotton bag, cleaning rod, cork grease and fingering chart 3 year warranty Click here to read Mollenhauer's brochure about their Waldorf range of recorders.

A handmade renaissance alto in f by Hiroyuki Takeyama in maple.

This Castello boxwood recorder has a smooth and beautiful tone for an attractive, traditional recorder sound capable of subtle expression. Made from fine boxwood, Yamaha's YRA-61 recorder is for the serious recorder player. Handmade by their highly skilled artisans, it provides a tonal depth and clarity which is ideal for solo or chamber music performance. With its even and precise intonation, the YRA-61 also blends easily with other instruments. Comes with cotton case, fingering chart, cork grease and cleaning rod

In the second half of the seventeenth century, the young journeyman, Rippert, left his homeland for the excitement of Paris, where he established himself as a maker of the finest recorders, flutes and oboes. In 1715 he was aging but still working hard, and it seems that his instruments were more in demand than those of the famous Hotteterre. That same year the musical amateur Uffenbach from Frankfurt visited Rippert at the rue Colombiere and ordered a flute "traverse" for his cousin which, when it was received, resulted in two more orders. Uffenbach also visited Hotteterre and was delighted to hear this master perform on a musette, but did not purchase any of Hotteterre's available flutes, only a copy of the famous Hotteterre method. Rippert made several recorders at a pitch close to A=440 (chorton or Venetian pitch). The von Huene Rippert alto gives the serious recorder player an opportunity to play at modern pitch on an instrument that sounds and responds like an original.

Mollenhauer's Electronic Alto Recorder 'Elody' with Space design finish. An instrument akin to the Modern Harmonic Alto recorder, the Elody has an innovative, cool design, strong tone, and has a built-in adaptor making it an electric recorder. Four years of research have led to the development of the most distinctive recorder so far. The Elody can be played both as an electric recorder within various band contexts and acoustically in the traditional way playing standard repertoire. Every Elody recorder has been fitted with a discreet pickup which can easily be connected to any common effects unit. This opens up previously unknown or inaccessible opportunities in the electro-acoustic sound world for all recorder players. Additionally, the acoustic sound of Elody is highly convincing and makes the Elody recorder suitable for use in all types of music. Finally it offers another way to raise the image of the recorder. The Elody is available in different designs so that it can visually blend easily into any context. Each Elody is made of pearwood, has a foot-joint with E extension and triple key for E/ F/ F-sharp and is finished with an airbrush design and gloss varnish. An innovative thumb rest made from soft synthetic rubber is an integral part of every Elody. The skin-friendly material provides the right hand thumb with a surprisingly stable grip without disturbing agility. Range: e'–e-flat'''', a' = 442 Hz Each Elody recorder package contains: Cable for connection to electronic equipment CD – Vintgar - Kaleidoscope Aluminium case Cleaning rod wood Joint grease Fingering chart Maintenance instructions Click here to read Mollenhauer's brochure about their Elody range of recorders.

This Praetorius model is based on drawings taken from 'Syntagma Musicum' (1618) by Michael Praetorius. Kobliczek recorders are made by German maker Christoph Hammann and his team. These Praetorius recorders are more ornate in turning and are suited to playing late Renaissance and early baroque music. Made from stained maple, this recorder has excellent intonation over a full two octave range. This recorder has single holes but uses standard baroque fingering. This alto recorder is supplied in a soft case with cork grease, cleaning rod and fingering chart. N.B. This Praetorius alto (in F) is in 2-pieces.

MAR4407 Marsyas recorders are designed according to baroque principles and they offer large dynamic possibilities with effortless response in all registers. During the tuning process, special care is taken to ensure a colorful, clear sound and a balanced pitch. The unmistakable outer shape, which was exclusively designed for Marsyas recorders, is a particularly attractive and elegant design. Marsyas recorders are the result of years of research by Heinz Ammann. They are professional quality instruments which are produced by Küng, then tuned and voiced by hand. Thus profound knowledge and versatile technology are brought together to make these recorders. This alto recorder is made of grenadilla and is supplied in a hard case with a cleaning rod, cork grease and maintenance instructions.

A high quality solo recorder from the workshops of Dutch recorder maker Hans Coolsma (1919-1991). Coolsma recorders are designed with a curved windway producing a responsive and direct sound, suitable for playing both baroque and contemporary music. This alto recorder is made of palisander and the thumbhole is bushed. Five year guarantee. This recorder comes with a hard case, pull through, fingering chart, maintenance instructions and a 5-year warranty. Baroque fingering Double holes 3-Piece Made of palisander Thumbhole bush Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes hard case, cleaning stick, cork grease and fingering chart 5 year warranty

A high quality solo recorder from the workshops of Dutch recorder maker Hans Coolsma (1919-1991). Coolsma recorders are designed with a curved windway producing a responsive and direct sound, suitable for playing both baroque and contemporary music. This alto recorder is made of European boxwood and the thumbhole is bushed. This recorder comes with a hard case, pull through, fingering chart, maintenance instructions and a 5-year warranty. Baroque fingering Double holes 3-Piece Made of European boxwood Thumbhole bush Pitch: a´= 442 Hz Includes hard case, cleaning stick, cork grease and fingering chart 5 year warranty