Mollenhauer KYNSEKER ALTO IN G 427

A Model Inspired by Kynseker: Historical Aesthetics Serving Ensemble Playing

The Mollenhauer Kynseker alto recorder follows a clearly "historical" approach: it is inspired by instruments attributed to Hieronymus F. Kynseker (Nuremberg, 17th century) and the originals preserved at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg. The goal is not to offer a mere decorative copy, but a recorder designed for ensemble playing, with a strong sonic identity and an external shape faithful to the spirit of the era.

Within the Mollenhauer range, the Kynseker series is particularly sought after by musicians who want to recapture a Renaissance / early Baroque color while retaining a reliable instrument for daily use. The announced setup (tuning and sound) supports this: a homogeneous response and comfortable positioning, to play more quickly "in tune" and with less effort.

For Whom and for Which Repertoires

This alto recorder in G is well suited for intermediate musicians looking to advance in tone and stability, as well as for advanced players performing in consort or chamber music. Its Renaissance / Early Baroque orientation makes it a natural candidate for early music repertoire, dances, ensemble pieces, and accompaniment, while remaining versatile enough for educational projects, modern arrangements, or stage music.

The manufacturer indicates a fingerings similar to Baroque fingering : if you come from a standard Baroque recorder, the fingerings remain familiar. This facilitates integration into regular practice (lessons, ensembles, rehearsals) without relearning the entire fingering logic, while benefiting from a more characterful sound aesthetic.

Sound and Design

The choice of dark-stained maple provides an interesting balance: a generally warm but clear timbre, with good definition in attacks and sufficient projection to place oneself in an ensemble without forcing. On an alto, the main challenge is to maintain easy sound production in the low register while preserving stability and homogeneity when ascending into the middle and high registers: the careful setup aims precisely at this consistency across registers.

Regarding playing feel, a Renaissance / Early Baroque style recorder is often chosen for its character: a more "present," more colored sound that helps shape lines in ensemble music. The design, sober and coherent with the historical inspiration, complements this approach: an instrument that embraces its identity, both to the ear and in the hand.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For routine maintenance, joint grease (such as cork grease) and a swab suitable for alto size remain essentials. This model comes with a leather case, a microfiber swab, joint grease, a fingering chart, and a maintenance manual, so you already have the essentials to protect the instrument and preserve the airtightness of the joints.

Technical specifications

Level	Professional	Color	Brown
System	Baroque	Finishing	Natural
Materials	Maple

Model	Kynseker	Fingering	similar to Baroque fingering
Type	alto recorder	Setup	tuning and sound carefully adjusted
Key	G	Instrument	ready to play
Material	dark-stained maple