Mollenhauer KYNSEKER ALTO IN F 4218

Essential Information About the Mollenhauer Kynseker Alto Recorder

• Alto in F: an ideal size for consort playing, early music, and expressive work.


• Body made of plum wood: a wood valued for its warm timbre and natural response.


• Model inspired by historical originals: based on instruments attributed to Hieronymus F. Kynseker (Nuremberg, 17th century).


• Ready to play: instrument carefully adjusted and delivered with a leather case and maintenance accessories.

A Renaissance / Early Baroque Model Within the Mollenhauer Tradition

The Mollenhauer Kynseker embraces a clear "early music" approach: it captures the spirit of Renaissance / Early Baroque instruments attributed to Hieronymus F. Kynseker (Nuremberg, 1636-1686), preserved at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg. The goal is clear: to preserve a distinctive external shape and above all a powerful sound, full of character, designed for ensemble playing.

For Which Musicians and Repertoires?

This alto recorder in F is aimed at intermediate to advanced players seeking a characterful instrument consistent with the aesthetics of Renaissance and Early Baroque repertoires. It is particularly suitable for consort playing, early music ensembles, as well as instrumentalists wanting an expressive alto to work on articulation, dynamics, and projection within a section.

Sound and Design

Plum wood contributes to a generally warm and organic tonal color, with a lively playing feel under the fingers. True to the spirit of historical instruments, this Kynseker emphasizes generous projection and a distinctive timbre, appreciated in ensemble settings. The tuning and sound have undergone careful adjustment, and the fingerings are identical to Baroque fingerings, providing a comfortable reference for flautists accustomed to modern standards.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The recorder comes with a leather case and essential maintenance items: microfiber cleaning swab, joint grease, fingerings chart, and maintenance instructions. These elements help protect the instrument, ensure proper drying after playing, and maintain smooth assembly at the joints.

Technical specifications

Level	Professional	Color	Brown
System	Baroque	Finishing	Natural
Materials	Plumwood

Type	Alto recorder	Fingerings	Similar to Baroque fingerings
Key	Alto in F	Case	Leather case
Model	Kynseker	Maintenance	Microfiber cleaning swab
Material	Plum wood	Documentation	Fingerings chart