5741 Subbass
Complete without bocal. Played directly via its headjoint, our Subbass offers unimagined articulation possibilities that are otherwise reserved for recorders in higher registers. Made in six parts from stained maple wood. With Baroque fingering and tuned to a1 = 442 Hz. Ergonomically shaped and equipped with a well thought-out key concept, our Subbass is suitable for all those who do not want to go without playing comfort and dynamics in this low register.
Our Subbass is the first recorder in this register which players can blow directly. With its elegant head and delicate beak, players have manifold possibilities for articulation which otherwise were known only on instruments in a higher pitch.
Our Subbass gives a well balanced timbre and stands for an effortless response in a range over two octaves. Players who are not so tall nevertheless have no problem playing this instrument despite its size, made possible by its exceptional construction.
It can be played whilst sitting or standing due to the bell reinforcement and the spike which is included in delivery. The strap, which is likewise included in delivery, enables players to move around freely as they wish where ever they are playing. As a result of this flexibility, the player is neither bound to a definite position on stage nor to a rigid body posture. Our new Subbass leaves nothing to chance for comfortable music making.
Hardness scale
Our wood hardness scale allows you to compare the hardness of the wood used for this instrument with the hardness of other woods in our range. The sound of a recorder is influenced by many material properties. The hardness of the wood is a suitable indicator of certain sound characteristics: softer woods (hardness level 1-2) tend to produce a warm and fundamental tone that blends well in an ensemble, while harder woods (hardness level 4-5) lead to a bright and resonant tone, ideal for solo playing. Those who play both, in ensembles and solo, will find suitable all-rounders in the medium-hard range (hardness level 3).
Hardness level 1 - soft wood
The maple wood (acer pseudoplatanus) used for this instrument comes from Europe. The wood is stained dark, but has the same properties as maple wood with a natural appearance. It is strong, fine-pored and flexible, and produces a warm, fundamental sound. This type of wood is one of the softer woods in our range.
Scope of delivery:
Instrument case, cleaning rod and cloth, care instructions and fingering chart, carrying strap (sub bass)
Anticondensation
Recorder oil
Oil brush for bass
Wooden cleaning rod for bass
Cross shoulder strap
In our service area you will find fingering charts, catalogs and brochures or also video tutorials and PDF downloads.