Paetzold by Kunath, "Solo", "HP Original" great bass recorder in c, 442 Hz, RESONA plastic black

The greatbasses recorder with the model designation 25-AS-PBK from the "SOLO" series manufactured by Paetzold by Kunath is a greatbasses recorder that is always fun to play.
This is mainly due to the special combination of the pioneering design in symbiosis with the advantages of the RESONA plastic material used.

The special sound characteristics of this instrument are strikingly pleasing. The special properties can be described as follows: RESONA: Full and clear sound. Warm and carrying.

The scale

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

What styles of music can the instrument be used for?

RESONA plastic is predestined for recorders that are used for All styles.

Who is the instrument aimed at?

It follows from this that recorders made from RESONA plastic are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another basic rule worth noting is that a high-quality instrument generally makes music-making more enjoyable than what at first glance appears to be an inexpensive offering.

The windway of the recorder

The windway is the area in the head of the instrument where the musician's blowing air is moulded into a sheet of air. This sheet of air is the defining element of the instrument's sound. At the labium, the vibration that generates the flute sound is created from this sheet of air. The shape of the windway is therefore very relevant for the range of artistic applications of the recorder.

The windway of the model 25-AS-PBK from Paetzold by Kunath is constructed as follows: Straight, conical.
Conically shaped windways accelerate the air blade more than cylindrical ones.
Windways are of course extremely complex in their geometric design and many parameters interact.

Fingering

The Paetzold by Kunath 25-AS-PBK recorder is made in the fingering style: Baroque double hole.

Construction method

The number of parts in a recorder determines in many ways the way in which the woodwind instrument can be handled easily in terms of ease of assembly and safe transport.
This is particularly important when larger instruments or several instruments are to be taken along.
Experienced ensemble players can tell you a thing or two about this.

Packaging and accessories

Instruments in the SOLO model series are supplied as standard with a bag with rucksack function and practical accessories: Cork grease, care instructions, fingering chart

Things to know about connecting the instrument parts

Paetzold by Kunath instruments can be assembled easily and without great effort. This is due to the special 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 instrument parts, which stands out from the mass of sluggish tenon joints thanks to its ease of movement. This makes Paetzold by Kunath greatbasses recorders the most ergonomic 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 greatbasses recorder. You should always usethese protective caps when storing the instrument in its packaging. Then you will be able to enjoy your recorder for a long time. Double seals require no further care.

Hygiene tips

If the recorder is shared, you should consider sterilising the headjoint regularly to ensure hygienic safety. Flautisept has proven to be a convenient but safe cleaning agent in such cases. You can find Flautisept in our collection. It works with the following surfaces: RESONA, glazed surfaces, spirit-stained surfaces, ABS plastics, varnished surfaces, untreated wooden surfaces, waxed surfaces, linseed oil surfaces However, to be on the safe side, 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 drill tone holes in places in the body that are easy to play with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on larger instruments in particular are not ergonomically accessible. On such instruments, keys are fitted by the instrument maker to make playing considerably easier or even possible in the first place.
The 25-AS-PBK instrument has the following keys: Full folding (Paetzold by Kunath). This means that it can also be played well by players with smaller hands.

Recommendations for finding a new instrument

How to find a new instrument easily
Seek expert advice!
Under no circumstances should you let the opinions of "self-proclaimed experts" put you off trying out a recorder for yourself. Your musical sensibilities are as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide for yourself which instrument tempts you personally to "endless music-making".
Our recommendation is therefore: Test unknown construction concepts that you may not have tried before. You can only win.