The recorder with the model designation: 4001-MOLL made by Mollenhauer is a companion that is always a joy to play. This is due to the thoughtful marriage of the carefully considered design in symbiosis with the sound characteristics of the maple material used. The unique sound characteristics of this instrument are strikingly impressive. The properties can be characterised as follows, whereby it is in the nature of things that sounds can only ever be described very inadequately with words. For this reason, the typical sound of recorders is perceived and described by each person in slightly varying detail: Maple: Warm and clear, somewhat thinner than pear wood. The scale The inner bore of the instrument is slightly cylindroconical. This type of bore gives the recorder its typical sound. In principle, instruments with a wider bore sound warmer, fuller, more fundamental and therefore more suitable for ensembles than models with a narrower scale. What music can the recorder be used for Maple is ideal for instruments that are used primarily for choral playing, recorder ensembles and orchestras, although other styles are possible. Who this instrument is aimed at This means that maple instruments are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another rule is that a high-quality instrument is generally more pleasant to play than a poor-quality one. The windway of a recorder The windway is the area in the instrument headjoint where the musician's blowing air is moulded into a thin sheet of air. This air blade is the defining element of a recorder's sound. In interaction with the labium, the air blade creates the fundamental vibration that generates the flute sound. The shape of the windway is therefore one of the basic characteristics for the sound and response of the recorder. The windway of the Mollenhauer 4001-MOLL instrument is shaped as follows: curved, conical.Conical windways accelerate the reed more than cylindrical ones. Windways are of course extremely complex in their geometric design and many parameters influence each other. Fingering The Mollenhauer 4001-MOLL recorder is supplied with the following fingering: German single hole. Construction method The construction of an instrument in terms of multiple parts has an extraordinary influence on the way in which the recorder can be handled easily and transported comfortably during daily use. This is particularly important when transporting larger or multiple instruments. Just ask veteran ensemble leaders. Packaging and accessories The model is supplied as standard with a bag and the appropriate accessories: Cleaning rod, drying cloth, care instructions, fingering chart Hygiene tips If the instrument is rented out frequently, it is advisable to clean the headjoint regularly to ensure that it is hygienically safe. In these cases, the care product Flautisept has proven its worth. Flautisept is available in our collection. It works with the following surfaces: RESONA, untreated wooden surfaces, varnished surfaces, waxed surfaces, linseed oil surfaces, ABS plastics, spirit-stained surfaces, varnished surfaces However, before using Fautisept, test it on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it does not leave any adverse effects on your recorder. Optional information on keys It is not always possible to place tone holes in places in the instrument body that are comfortable and easy to play with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on bass recorders in particular are not ergonomically accessible. Keys are fitted to these instruments to make playing much easier or even possible in the first place. The 4001-MOLL instrument has the following keys: . This means that it can also be played ergonomically by players with smaller hands. Tips on the way to a new recorder How to find a new instrument easily Inform yourself in detail! However, you should not be put off from trying out a recorder for yourself by "generally accepted" rules such as "manufacturer xy doesn't work at all in ensembles / for professionals". Your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which instrument concept makes you personally happy. Our recommendation is therefore: Try out different manufacturers that you have never tested before. You can only gain experience.

The recorder with the model number: 4002-MOLL from Mollenhauer is a companion that is fun to play every day. The instrument owes this characteristic mainly to the clever composition of the ingenious model in fine coordination with the tone colours of the plum wood (Prunus) used. This material fascinates with its special advantages. The special features can be summarised as follows: Prunus, plum, damson: overtone-rich, slightly nasal sound. Goes very well with singing voices. The scale The inner bore of the instrument is slightly cylindroconical. This type of bore gives the recorder its typical sound. In principle, instruments with a wider bore sound warmer, fuller, more fundamental and therefore more suitable for ensembles than models with a narrower scale. What music is the recorder best suited to? Plum wood (Prunus) is particularly suitable for recorders that are used primarily for choral playing, recorder ensembles and orchestras, although other styles are possible. Who this instrument is aimed at It follows that recorders made from plum wood (Prunus) are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another rule of thumb worth noting is that a better instrument will in most cases make learning more enjoyable than what at first glance appears to be a cheaper option. 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 sheet of air is one of the most important elements in the sound production of the instrument. At the labium, the air blade produces the vibration that generates the flute sound. The shape of the windway is therefore one of the defining principles for the response and sound of the recorder. The windway of the Mollenhauer model 4002-MOLL is shaped as follows: curved, conical.Conically shaped windways accelerate the breath more than cylindrical ones. Windways are extremely complex in their design and many parameters influence each other. Fingering The Mollenhauer 4002-MOLL model is offered in the following fingering: Baroque double hole. Construction of the body The construction of a woodwind instrument influences in many ways the way in which the recorder can be handled in terms of ease of grip and ease of transport. This is a point that should not be underestimated, especially when transporting larger (and sometimes several) instruments. Leaders of large playing groups will agree with us. Packaging and accessories The model is supplied as standard with a bag and the following accessories: Cleaning rod, drying cloth, cork grease, care instructions, fingering chart Hygiene tips If the instrument is rented out frequently, we recommend that you disinfect the blowing area if necessary for your own protection. The care product Flautisept has proven to be a reliable aid here. Flautisept is available in our collection. It works with the following surfaces: Lacquered surfaces, waxed surfaces, spirit-stained surfaces, ABS plastics, RESONA, untreated wooden surfaces, linseed oil surfaces, varnished surfaces However, it is essential that you test the product on an inconspicuous area before use to ensure that it does not leave any unwanted marks on your recorder. Optional information on keys It is not always possible to place tone holes in places in the body that are easy and comfortable to play with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on low instruments in particular are not ergonomically accessible. On these instruments, keys are fitted by the instrument maker to make playing easier or even possible in the first place. The 4002-MOLL instrument has the following keys: . This makes it easy to play even for players with smaller hands. Tips on the way to a new recorder The easiest way to find a new instrument Seek expert advice! But don't let "expert" opinions put you off playing an instrument yourself. Your taste is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which instrument inspires you. Our recommendation is therefore: Try out unknown models that you have never tested before. You can only gain experience.