Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4007 Sopranino recorder

Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4007 sopranino: Authenticity Meets Performance

The Mollenhauer KYNSEKER 4007 sopranino recorder (in F) is meticulously crafted for discerning early music performers. Drawing inspiration from the original instruments of Hieronymus F. Kynseker (1636–1686), this model is part of a consort series designed for both Renaissance and early Baroque repertoire. The recorder’s dark-stained maple construction and powerful personality cater to advanced players seeking historical sound and precision. Its outer form closely mirrors museum originals, while internal acoustics are adapted to meet the needs of today’s performers. As a result, it delivers exceptional clarity, robust tone, and a broad pitch range for expressive musical work.

Standout Features for Specialists

With a completely revised structure, the KYNSEKER 4007 honors 17th-century craftsmanship while offering modern reliability. Musicians appreciate its strong, characterful tone and quality maple, which provide both projection and nuanced dynamics. Those familiar with modern recorder techniques will transition easily thanks to the historically-inspired Baroque fingering, all while maintaining period-accurate expression.

Sound, Playability, and Technical Details

Designed to excel in both solo and group performances, this model produces a resonant sound from f2 to gis4. By choosing dark-stained maple, makers achieved a direct, clear voice with desirable warmth and resonance. Modern tuning at a1=442 Hz ensures compatibility with contemporary ensembles and preserves the intended period sound.

• Wood Type: Maple, dark stained — combines clarity with visual elegance
• This model’s Baroque-style fingering gives advanced players a smooth technique transition and upholds historical authenticity.
• Pitch Range: f2 – gis4 — supports historical repertoire needs
• Tuning: a1 = 442 Hz — compatible with modern and period ensembles

Who Is It For?

Whether you are a professional, an ensemble member, or an early music enthusiast, the historical accuracy and contemporary tuning of the KYNSEKER 4007 will meet your needs. Players performing Renaissance or early Baroque works can rely on its range and timbre for consort or solo use, and its robust build appeals to anyone seeking a visually distinguished and resilient recorder.