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The 333BU is part of the Model III model series, which is aimed specifically at highly ambitious amateur musicians. You can find detailed specifications for the instrument further down the page.Special features of the III model seriesThe external design of the Model III series is inspired by the stylistic features of the High Baroque period. The balanced shape, with its delicate decorative rings, offers a first glimpse of the inner qualities – and thus the musical potential – of these models. From the very first time you play them, you will immediately appreciate their vast tonal possibilities.The Model III instruments embody 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 powerful sound. The oils used to treat the bore and parts of the outer surfaces are free from additives and, where available, are of pharmaceutical grade purity.The clear and warm FEHR soundFEHR recorders are characterised by their clear, warm sound, which, depending on the model, comes into its own both in solo performances and when played in an ensemble. The characteristic FEHR sound is achieved through specialised craftsmanship techniques dating back to the founder, Hans Conrad Fehr, which have been refined and improved over the decades by the instrument makers at the FEHR workshop.Ergonomic designIt is often the small details that determine 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 footjoint that make it easier for the little finger of the right hand to reach the lowest tone holes.Working closely with leading recorder players, the shapes have been continuously optimised to ensure comfort and ease of use.This is particularly beneficial during longer practice sessions or in the run-up to major performances. It helps to prevent strain on the hands and fingers.

The instrument with the item number: 3S3BI415-FEH, manufactured by Fehr Blockflötenbau, is an instrument that is a joy to play time and time again in everyday use. This is down to the carefully considered combination of the ingenious instrument design and the tonal qualities of the pear wood used as material. The material used in this instrument is remarkable for its unique sound characteristics. These characteristics are best described as follows: Pear wood: a soft, choral sound. Suitable for ensemble playing. The scale The instrument’s bore is slightly cylindroconical. This type of bore profile gives the recorder its characteristic sound. In general, instruments with a wider bore sound warmer, fuller and more fundamental, and are therefore better suited to ensemble playing than models with a narrower bore. Which musical styles is the instrument best suited to? Pear wood is particularly suitable for instruments used in ensembles, choral playing and as solo instruments. Who is the instrument aimed at? It follows from the above that instruments made from pear wood are particularly suitable for ambitious amateur players and advanced players. Another general rule is that, in most cases, a high-quality instrument makes ensemble playing easier than a supposedly cheap one. The windway of the recorder The windway is the area in the head of the instrument where the player’s breath is shaped into a thin air sheet. This air sheet is the key element in the instrument’s sound production. At the labium, this air sheet gives rise to the vibration that fundamentally generates the recorder’s tone. The shape of the windway is therefore one of the defining characteristics of the recorder’s musical expressiveness. The windway of the 3S3BI415-FEH model from Fehr Blockflötenbau is constructed as follows: curved, conical.Conical windways accelerate the air stream more than cylindrical ones. Due to the nature of the system, the design of windways is extremely complex, and many parameters influence one another. fingering The Fehr Blockflötenbau model 3S3BI415-FEH is available in the following fingering: Baroque double-hole. construction method The number of individual parts in a woodwind instrument influences in many ways how the recorder performs in use: on the one hand, it ensures ease of handling in terms of simple assembly; on the other, it allows for compact transport. This is a factor that should not be underestimated, particularly when transporting larger (and in some cases multiple) instruments. Experienced ensemble players know this all too well. Packaging and accessories This model comes as standard with a hard case and the appropriate 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 sterilise the windway at regular intervals to prevent the spread of illness. Flautisept has proven to be a reliable aid for this purpose. Flautisept is available in our collection. It is suitable for use on the following surfaces: Varnished surfacesUntreated wooden surfacesABS plasticsWaxed surfacesRESONALinseed oil-treated surfacesGlazed surfacesAlcohol-stained surfaces To be on the safe side, however, please test Fautisept on an inconspicuous area of your recorder before use to ensure it does not cause any adverse effects. Optional information on keys It is not always possible to position the tone holes in places that are easy and comfortable to reach with the fingers. Particularly with low-pitched recorders, some tone holes are ergonomically difficult to reach for acoustic reasons. On these instruments, the instrument maker fits keys that make playing significantly easier, or indeed make it possible in the first place. The 3S3BI415-FEH model features the following keys: . This makes it exceptionally easy to play, even for players with smaller hands. Notes on choosing a new recorder How to find a new instrument with ease Seek expert advice! However, do not let so-called ‘universally applicable’ rules – such as ‘material XY is completely unsuitable for ensemble playing or for professionals’ – deter you from trying out a recorder for yourself. Your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which recorder makes you happy. Our recommendation is therefore: try out new designs that you’ve never tried before. You’ve got nothing to lose, only experience to gain.

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