Mollenhauer Helder Evo Alto 833 - Grenadilla (Baroque fingering)

Helder Evo: a "Luxury Class" Recorder Born from Collaborative Development

The Helder Evo is part of Mollenhauer's "Harmonics" recorder range, developed in collaboration with the Dutch maker Maarten Helder. This approach emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship and ingenious technical choices, placing the instrument in a high-end category designed to push the standards of the modern recorder, both in precision and tonal palette.

For Whom and Which Styles?

This alto recorder is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced musicians and demanding performers seeking new colors. Its power and ability to blend with modern instruments make it particularly relevant for the contemporary repertoire, but also for jazz, folk, and traditional recorder music. The first two octaves retain the feel of Baroque fingering, while exploring the third octave opens a much broader playground.

Sound and Design

With its grenadilla body, the Helder Evo aims for a sound that is dense, elegant, and expressive, with projection strong enough to stand out in an ensemble. The "Harmonics" concept seeks pure harmonics and a dynamic sound, useful for fine articulation and shaping phrasing. The presence of a low E key provides extra comfort in the lower register and extends the range downward, while the extension up to the third octave renews repertoire possibilities. The tuning at A = 442 Hz naturally suits modern contexts where this reference is frequently used.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The recorder comes with a complete set of equipment (case, grease, cleaning swab, fingering chart, etc.). To preserve the wood and tuning over time, regular use of the supplied joint grease and swabbing after playing are especially recommended.

Technical specifications

Level	Professional	Color	Black
System	Baroque	Finishing	Natural
Materials	Grenadilla

Model	Helder Evo	Tuning	A = 442 Hz
Type	Alto Recorder	Fingering	Baroque
Material	Grenadilla	Extension	additional key for low E (alto)