Moeck, "Flauto Rondo", tenor in c', German double hole, with double key, maple

The recorder with the model designation: 3420-MOE made by Moeck is an instrument that provides lasting enjoyment both in the classroom and on stage.
This special feature is largely due to the skilful combination of the outstanding construction concept with the tone colours of the maple material used.

The material used for this instrument is strikingly fascinating due to its extraordinary sound characteristics. The special 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 geometry of the inner bore of the instrument is slightly cylindroconical. 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.

Which musical styles can the recorder be used for?

Maple is particularly suitable for instruments that are used primarily for choral playing, recorder ensembles and orchestras, although other styles are possible.

Who is the instrument aimed at?

The above facts show that maple recorders are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another generally applicable basic rule is that a better instrument naturally makes it easier to make music than a seemingly inexpensive bargain.

The windway of the recorder

The windway is the area in the instrument headjoint where the blowing 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 principles for the variability of the recorder's musical expression.

The windway of the Moeck 3420-MOE instrument is shaped as follows: curved, cylindrical.
Conical windways accelerate the air blade more than cylindrically shaped ones.
Windways are very complex in their geometric design and many parameters influence each other.

Fingering

The Moeck 3420-MOE recorder is supplied in the following fingering: .

Construction of the body

The construction of an instrument characterises in many ways the way in which the recorder can be handled easily in terms of easy assembly and safe transport during daily use.
This is a point that should not be underestimated, especially when transporting larger (and sometimes several) instruments.
Experienced ensemble players can tell you a thing or two about this.

Packaging and accessories

The instrument 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 recorder is often lent out, it is advisable to clean the blowing area sterilely if necessary to prevent the transmission of diseases. Flautisept has proven to be a safe aid. You can find Flautisept in our collection. It works with the following surfaces: RESONA, untreated wooden surfaces, waxed surfaces, ABS plastics, varnished surfaces, lacquered surfaces, spirit-stained surfaces, linseed oil surfaces However, before using the product, test it on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it does not cause any adverse changes to your recorder.

Optional information on keys

It is not always possible to drill tone holes in places on the instrument 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. On such instruments, keys are fitted by the instrument maker to make playing easier or even possible in the first place.
The 3420-MOE instrument has the following keys: 2-fold foot key. This means that it can also be played ergonomically by players with smaller hands.

Recommendations for finding a new instrument

How to find your next instrument easily
Ask people you know!
Never let "well-intentioned" advice put you off testing an instrument yourself. Your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which construction method inspires you.
Our recommendation is therefore: test different models that you have not yet tried. You can only gain new experiences.