Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4107 Soprano Recorder

Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4107 soprano recorder – historical depth meets modern playability

The Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4107 soprano recorder in C delivers a blend of early music authenticity and precision engineering. Based on originals by Nuremberg master Hieronymus F. Kynseker (1636–1686), this model is meticulously revised for today's musicians while preserving the instrument’s distinctive outer form and strong, characterful sound. With the KYNSEKER 4107, players gain a superb foundation for period performance and ensemble work, combining accuracy and expressive capability in one package.

Historically inspired design and sound

What distinguishes the KYNSEKER 4107 in its class is the faithful recreation of the original 17th-century designs held at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg. By choosing dark-stained maple, the instrument pays homage to period aesthetics and achieves a powerful, resonant tone. Carefully matched tuning and a versatile timbre equip it for Renaissance and early Baroque repertoire.

Technical parameters that shape your sound

Precision in pitch and response is crucial for ensemble and solo performance, and the KYNSEKER 4107 meets these demands with thoughtful specifications. Designed to replicate the feel of historical instruments, it offers comfort and reliability for advanced players.

• Wood type: Maple, dark stained — provides a rich, resonant sound well-suited for period music.
• Fingering: Baroque-style (similar to baroque) — allows for expressive ornamentation and technical fluency.
• Range: c2 – d4 — fits standard soprano recorder literature from early music to modern compositions.
• Pitch: a1 = 442 Hz — ideal for contemporary ensemble settings and historically informed performance.
• With the included leather bag, microfibre mop, joint grease, fingering chart, and maintenance instructions, you have everything needed for easy care and protection.

For advanced and period-music-focused players

This model is tailored for musicians who value both historical fidelity and everyday reliability. Its robust construction and refined tuning support a wide range of expressive dynamics. Ensemble leaders, soloists, and dedicated students of early music will especially appreciate the authentic period sound paired with dependable craftsmanship. Thanks to its rich timbral color and ergonomic design, the instrument adapts well to intensive rehearsal and performance schedules.