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The 333BU belongs to the model series III, which is particularly aimed at very ambitious amateur musicians. Detailed information about the instrument can be found further down the page.Special features of model series IIIThe external shape of the model series III is based on the stylistic features of the High Baroque period. The well-balanced shape with fine decorative rings gives an initial indication of the inner and thus musically effective values of these models.The instruments of Model III are characterised by clarity and expression. The wide range of woods on offer makes it easy for you to find your personal favourite.High-quality materialsThe F alto (treble) recorder 333BU is made from boxwood, which gives the instrument a clear and strong sound. The oils used for the inner bore and parts of the outer surfaces are free from additives and, where available, are of pharmaceutical purity.The clear and warm FEHR soundFEHR recorders are characterised by their clear, warm sound, which, depending on the model, comes into its own in solo performances as well as in ensembles. The typical FEHR sound is achieved through special craftsmanship techniques that go back to the founder Hans Conrad Fehr and have been refined and improved by the instrument makers in the FEHR workshop over the decades.Ergonomic designIt is often the little things that decide whether a recorder is comfortable to play or not. In addition to the position and size of the tone holes, it is the diameter and shape of the foot joint that make it easier for the little finger of the right hand to reach the lowest tone holes.In close cooperation with leading recorder players, the shapes have been continuously optimised to ensure comfort and ease of use.This is particularly advantageous for longer practice phases or before major performances. Overloading of the hands and fingers is thus avoided.

The instrument with the model number: 343PF-FEH, manufactured by Fehr Blockflötenbau, is a companion that creates lasting joy when playing. This characteristic is due to the carefully considered composition of the special instrument model in combination with the sound characteristics of the plum wood (Prunus) material used. This instrument is characterised by the strikingly pleasant qualities of the material. The features can be characterised as follows: Prunus, plum, damson: Overtone-rich, slightly nasal sound. Goes very well with singing voices.The scale The geometry of the inner bore of the instrument 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 bore.For which music can the recorder be best used Plum wood (Prunus) is particularly suitable for recorders that are used in ensembles, for choral playing and as a solo instrument.Who the instrument is aimed at It follows that instruments made from plum wood (Prunus) are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. A second rule worth noting is that a better quality instrument generally makes music-making more enjoyable than what at first glance appears to be a cheaper option.The windway of a recorder The windway is the area in the instrument headjoint where the musician's blowing air is moulded into a sheet of air. This sheet of air is the central starting point for the sound of the instrument and, in conjunction with the labium, the vibration that generates the flute tone is created from this sheet of air. The shape of the windway is therefore extremely relevant for influencing the sound of the instrument. The windway of the 343PF-FEH recorder from Fehr Blockflötenbau is shaped as follows: straight, conical.Conical windways accelerate the breathing air more than cylindrically shaped ones. Windways are complex in their design and many parameters influence each other.Fingering The Fehr recorder 343PF-FEH is made in the following fingering: Baroque double hole. Multi-part fingering The construction of a recorder has an extraordinary influence on the way in which the woodwind instrument can be handled easily in terms of easy assembly on the one hand and compact transport on the other. 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 model is supplied with a case and useful accessories as standard: Cleaning rod, drying cloth, cork grease, care instructions, fingering chartHygiene tips If the recorder is used by several players, it is advisable to disinfect the beak area if necessary to ensure hygienic safety. Flautisept has proven to be a convenient but safe cleaning agent. Flautisept can be found in our collection and works on the following surfaces: RESONA, linseed oil surfaces, glazed surfaces, lacquered surfaces, ABS plastics, untreated wooden surfaces, spirit-stained surfaces, waxed surfaces However, before using the product, test it on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it does not leave any unwanted traces on your recorder.Optional information on keys It is not always possible to drill tone holes in places in the body that are easy and comfortable to play with your fingers. Especially on larger recorders, some tone holes are ergonomically inaccessible for acoustic reasons. Keys are fitted to such instruments to make playing much easier or even possible in the first place. The 343PF-FEH instrument has the following keys: . This makes it easy to play even for players with smaller hands.Advice on finding a new instrument How to find your next instrument easily Ask people you know! However, don't let prevailing opinions put you off playing a recorder yourself - your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which instrument concept appeals to you. Our recommendation is therefore: play different models that you may never have tried before. You have nothing to lose, but everything to gain.

The instrument with the article number: 3S3BI415-FEH made by Fehr Blockflötenbau is an instrument that is always fun to play every day. This characteristic is due to the well thought-out combination of the ingenious instrument model with the tone colours of the pear wood material used. The material inspires with its unique sound characteristics. The special features can best be described in the following words: Pear wood: Soft, choral sound. Suitable for playing in a group.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 inner bore.For which musical styles can the instrument be best used? Birnbaum is particularly suitable for instruments that are used in ensembles, in choral playing and as solo instruments.Who is the instrument aimed at? It follows from the above that pearwood instruments are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another generally applicable rule is that a high-quality instrument is usually easier to play than a supposedly cheap one.The windway of the recorder The windway is the area in the head of the instrument where the musician's breath is moulded into a thin sheet of air. This sheet of air is the determining element in the sound production of the instrument, and it is from this sheet of air at the labium that the fundamental vibration that generates the flute sound is produced. The shape of the windway is therefore one of the basic features that characterise the musical expressiveness of the recorder. The windway of the model 3S3BI415-FEH from Fehr Blockflötenbau is constructed as follows: Curved, conical.Conical windways accelerate the airflow more than cylindrical ones. Windways are extremely complex in their design and many parameters are influenced by each other.Fingering The Fehr recorder model 3S3BI415-FEH is offered in fingering: Baroque double hole. Construction method The number of individual parts of a woodwind instrument influences in many ways the way in which the recorder is used, on the one hand making it easy to assemble and on the other hand enabling compact transport. 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 model is supplied as standard with a case and matching accessories: Cleaning rod, drying cloth, cork grease, care instructions, fingering chart.Hygiene tips If the recorder is played by several people, it is advisable to clean the windway sterilely at regular intervals to prevent the transmission of diseases. Flautisept has proven to be a reliable aid here. Flautisept is available in our collection and works on the following surfaces:Lacquered surfacesUntreated wooden surfacesABS plasticsWaxed surfacesRESONALinseed oil surfacesGlazed surfacesSpirit-stained surfaces However, to be on the safe side, test on an inconspicuous area before use to ensure that Fautisept does not cause any adverse changes to your recorder.Optional information on keys It is not always possible to place the tone holes in places that are easy and comfortable to reach with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on deep recorders in particular are not ergonomically accessible. On these instruments, keys are fitted by the instrument maker to make playing much easier or even possible in the first place. The 3S3BI415-FEH instrument has the following keys: . This makes it easier than average for players with smaller hands to play.Notes for the search for a new recorder How to find a new instrument easily Seek expert advice! However, don't let "generally applicable" rules such as "material xy doesn't work at all in ensembles / for professionals" stop you from testing a recorder yourself. Your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which recorder makes you happy. Our recommendation is therefore: play new designs that you have never tried before. You can't lose anything, you can only gain experience.

A wonderful instrument that allows you to make music at 415 Hz at an affordable price.