Paetzold by Kunath, "Master", "Direct-Blow" head for basset recorders, special finish

The instrument with the model designation 449DBK-SL-PBK from the "Master" series built by Paetzold by Kunath is an instrument that always brings joy when playing.
This is mainly due to the carefully considered combination of the outstanding construction concept in symbiosis with the sound characteristics of the birch plywood material used.

The material used for this instrument is characterised by its exceptional qualities. The special features can best be described in the following words, although it is in the nature of things that sounds can only ever be inadequately described in words. For this reason, the details of the sound typical of recorders are perceived and described differently by each person: Birch plywood: Carrying but soft sound.

The scale

The inner bore of the instrument is cylindrical. This type of bore gives the model its typical sound.
In principle, instruments with a wider bore sound warmer, fuller, more fundamental and therefore more suitable for ensembles than recorders with a narrower inner bore.

What music can the recorder be used for?

Birch plywood is predestined for recorders that are used for the following styles: All styles.

Who is this instrument aimed at

This means that birch plywood recorders are particularly suitable for students and professional players. A second rule worth noting is that a better instrument naturally makes music-making more enriching than a seemingly inexpensive bargain.

The windway of the recorder

The windway is the area in the head of the recorder where the air is moulded into a thin sheet of air. This air blade is the nucleus of a recorder's sound production. In interaction with the labium, the air blade creates the vibration that generates the flute sound. The shape of the windway is therefore one of the defining characteristics for the musical formability of the instrument's achievable sounds.

The windway of the 449DBK-SL-PBK recorder from Paetzold by Kunath is constructed as follows: Straight, conical.
Conical windways accelerate the air blade more than cylindrically shaped ones.
Windways are of course extremely complex in their design and many parameters influence each other.

Fingering

The Paetzold by Kunath 449DBK-SL-PBK model is manufactured in the following fingering: .

Construction of the body

The number of parts of a musical instrument strongly influences the way in which the recorder is handled in terms of ease of grip and compact transport.
This is particularly important when larger instruments or several instruments are to be taken along.
Recorder orchestra leaders know how useful good and compact recorder cases are. Provided the instruments can be disassembled into small pieces.

Packaging and accessories

Recorders in the Master model series are supplied with the following accessories as standard:

Things to know about connecting the instrument parts

Paetzold by Kunath recorders can be assembled easily and without great effort. This is due to the unique design of the joint between the instrument parts. The double seal developed by Paetzold by Kunath creates a form-fit and airtight connection between the individual parts of the instrument, which stands out pleasantly from the mass of sluggish tenon joints due to its ease of movement. This makes Paetzold by Kunath F-basset recorders the easiest instruments to assemble.

Care of the double seal

To prevent the double seals from being damaged during storage, red protective caps are included with the F-basset recorder. You should always usethese protective caps when storing the instrument in its packaging. Then you will be able to enjoy your instrument for many years to come. Double seals do not need to be greased.

Hygiene tips

If the recorder is used by several players, you should consider sterilising the windway regularly for your own protection. In these cases, the care product Flautisept has proven its worth. Flautisept is available in our collection. It works with the following surfaces: Glazed surfaces, waxed surfaces, linseed oil surfaces, untreated wooden surfaces, varnished surfaces, RESONA, spirit-stained surfaces, ABS plastics However, before using Fautisept, be sure to test it on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it does not leave any discolouration on your recorder.

Optional information on keys

It is not always possible to place tone holes in places that are easy and comfortable to play with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on bass instruments in particular are not ergonomically accessible. Keys are fitted to such instruments to make playing much easier or even possible in the first place.
The 449DBK-SL-PBK instrument has the following keys: . This means that it can also be played with above-average ease by players with smaller hands.

Advice on finding a new instrument

How to easily find your future instrument
Seek expert advice!
Under no circumstances should you let well-intentioned advice put you off trying out an instrument yourself. Your taste is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which recorder suits you.
Our recommendation is therefore: test unknown instruments that you may never have tried before. You can only gain experience.