Kung Recorders

Model Number

Description

Sound Sample

Price

Sopranino (new) Top of Page

For over a year, the Japanese recorder builder Yukiko Yaita has been part of our team, and we gave her the task of designing a new sopranino based on our existing models. With good advice from our top recorder builder, Geri Bollinger, she has succeeded brilliantly in creating an instrument which has both a sweet and a powerful sound. The grenadilla model, in particular, is meant for playing recorder concerts with a modern chamber orchestra. It is tuned to A442 Hz

2201

Sopranino, pearwood, 2 pc., double holes, curved windway

$195

2207

Sopranino, grenadilla, 2 pc., double holes, curved windway

$326

The SOPRANO recorder has a clear, soft and well-rounded sound.

blowing pressure	high
fingering	easy, Baroque fingering
length	31.6 cm (12.4")
weight	150 gms (5.3 ozs.)
outer shape	high Baroque
block height	high
bore	wide
window	wide
treatment inside	paraffin impregnated
treatment outside	oiled
special characteristics	requires high blowing pressure; must be oiled

2301

Soprano, Pearwood, 2-pc, double holes, curved windway (cw)

$207

2304

Soprano, Plumwood, same

$247

2306

Soprano, Palisander, same

$330

2308

Soprano, Tulipwood, same

$375

2309

Soprano, Olive, same

sound

$375

For the ALTO recorder, too, we consciously sought a wider sound spectrum. That is why this is an all-purpose recorder, which responds well in both upper and lower registers. Top of Page

blowing pressure	high
fingering	easy, Baroque fingering
length	47.3 cm (18.6")
weight	250 gms (8.8 ozs.)
outer shape	high Baroque
block height	high
bore	wide, according to Stanesby Jr.
window	large
treatment inside	paraffin impregnated
treatment outside	oiled

2401

Alto, Pearwood, 3-pc, double holes, cw

Maurice Steger plays Vivaldi

$455

2404

Alto, Plumwood, same

sound

$563

2406

Alto, Palisander, same

Maurice Steger plays Vivaldi

$662

2408

Alto, Tulipwood, same

$755

2409

Alto, Olive, same

$755

An outstanding new development is the Souffleur® by Küng. With a hole through the block, you are able to influence sound production and to play even more piano than with other known mechanisms.
Hear the difference: MP3 (1, 2) and see a description of the Souffleur (pdf 291 KB).

Souffleur Instructions

2911

Alto, stained pearwood, Souffleur

$565

2921

Souffleur addition to your recorder

Sound 1, 2

$94 + shipping

The tenor recorder is distinguished by a brilliant high register (can be played to G''', giving a range of two-and-a-half octaves!) but still has a wonderful depth: strong and with a full sound, even on the bottom notes. Thanks to the richness of its upper tones and its dynamism, it is similar to the traverso and highly suitable for the whole traverso repertoire. But the range of its sound also means it can be used to play contemporary recorder music or modern transverse flute pieces. Top of Page

By popular request, we are offering additional keys for our tenor models STUDIO and SUPERIO.

We can mount one or two keys on your tenor recorder as required, so as to ensure a comfortable fingering position.

$110 each

blowing pressure	high
fingering	wide despite keys, Baroque fingering (chart)
length	64.8 cm (25.5")
weight	450 gms (1.0 lbs)
outer shape	high Baroque
block height	high
bore	narrow
window	short
treatment inside	paraffin impregnated
treatment outside	oiled
special characteristics	A=442 Hz, powerful, low tones thanks to long foot with double key, light response, particularly suitable for solo literature. Instrument requires oiling.

2501

Tenor, Pearwood, 3-pc, double c-c# key, cw

sound

$849

2503

Tenor, Cherry, same

$948

2509

Tenor, Olive, same

$1337

Key addition

Keys can be added to make the reach easier, allowing you to play this wonderful tenor

1, 2

$105

One of the nicest instruments of this series is the BASS recorder. It has a range of two octaves and a fifth, has good tuning; fingering is no problem thanks to the knick and it sounds amazingly bass (many a Renaissance bass recorder has trouble keeping up!) with a strong, deep tone. It is therefore not only ideal for playing in a Baroque ensemble but is also excellent for Renaissance or contemporary music.
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blowing pressure	medium, requires a lot of air
fingering	large finger holes, somewhat wide, Baroque fingering (chart)
length	89.1 cm (35.3")
weight	1200 gms (2.65 lbs)
outer shape	not historical, adapted to the Superio line
block height	medium
bore	wide
window	large
treatment inside	paraffin impregnated
treatment outside	oiled
special characteristics	Good, low register with a clear highest register, extremely versatile (ensembles and solo). The angle gives an acoustically excellent instrument, which would not be the case via a crook.

2601

Bass, Pearwood, knick (bent neck), double f-f#key, cw

Piers Adams plays Purcell;

Piers Adams plays Cima

QNG Mozart--Studio tenor, Superio B, GtB, CtB

QNG-Studio Sop, Alto, Superio B

$1482

2603

Bass, Cherry, same Kung Superio cherry 2603 bass recorder

sound

$1,679

260XElbow

Ultra-knicked bass

I have made a new elbow to give the Kung bass a more angled bent neck. This raises the vertical body of the instrument by about 2-3 inches, allowing shorter people or people with reach problems to play this wonderful bass. Available in cherry or pear to match your instrument.

Pictures:

1,2,3

$250

9622

Adjustable bass end pin:

Stable, easily and quickly put on or taken off

Does not block bore or change pitch of low notes

Requires installing threaded socket in hole drilled in foot joint of bass

$103; $134 installed

9635

Stand

$66

Key Additions

Keys can be added to tenors, basses or even altos. Here is an example of a key added on hole 5 of an older Kung Superio bass.

Kung Superio stained maple 2722 great bass recorder in C

2822	Contrabass in F, bocal blown, double F/F# keys IN STOCK	sound	$5800
9822	playing rostrum to raise contrabass to comfortable playing height	sound2-Trio Nino Rota QNG Mozart--Studio tenor, Superio B, GtB, CtB	$130
9835	stand to store instrument in upright position (works well on hard surfaces, not on rugs)		$85
	Instructions, use, fingering chart


The new Küng contrabass is the ideal complement to the rest of the Superio models--a low register partner to the successful greatbass. It has a range of more than two octaves, a wide bore and large fingerholes, and its sound is therefore deep and strong but still rich in overtones. It has a clear high register thanks to the direct blowing position of the bocal tube. The subbass is eminently suitable for ensemble playing, for both traditional and new music. This exceptional instrument can be played seated or standing. Accessories such as a playing pedestal or recorder storage stand make it easier to use. The adjustable length bocal makes it accessible for short or tall players.
The keys for the right hand are mounted on the long foot-joint. This makes them stable and contributes to the instrument's low key noise. The outlet of the bocal is directly over the wind-channel and is the main reason for the precise, direct focused sound. And the top can also be turned so that the airstream goes indirectly to the wind-channel, resulting in a duller, less focused sound. A small removable cup collects condensation from the bocal and can be quickly emptied as needed. In the words of one customer, "What a great horn! Best $5 grand I ever spent!"
blowing pressure	medium, requires much air
fingering	good; more comfortable to play if standing up (chart)
length	200 cm (~79"; 6.6 ft.)
weight	6 Kg (~ 13 lbs.)
outer shape	according to Kynseker
block height	medium
bore	wide, early Baroque
window	large
treatment inside	paraffin impregnated
treatment outside	stained, lacquered
special characteristics	strong low register with clear high register – thus very versatile (ensemble, solo)
Sorry for the price increase. Küng has raised the price on this instrument quite a bit as of the first of this year.
Küng Contrabass Flier Height Adjustment of the Block
I received two contrabasses in June and played one at the SFEMS Med/Ren workshop. It was a big hit with teachers, students and audience alike. It plays with a deep, rich, clear sound all the way from the very bottom to the top--VERY nice. It speaks surprisingly quickly in spite of the long bocal. I played both the Paetzold and Küng in our Renaissance Band concert. The Küng takes more air compared to the Paetzold, but the reward is a richer and fuller sound. My first customer took his to the Amherst Early Music Workshop. He had people trying to buy the instrument from him. The Flanders Recorder Quartet borrowed the instrument to use in their performances. The instrument is impressive to look at and even more impressive to hear. Another great design from Andreas Küng and Geri Bollinger. Top of Page

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Küng Classica Recorders

Characteristics: appealing sound that carries well, good tuning and response.

The larger proportions of these instruments makes them ideal for use in ensembles.

Model Number	Description	Price
3107	Garklein in C, grenadilla	$128
3108	Garklein in C, tulipwood	$128
3201	Sopranino in F, pearwood	$128
3205	Sopranino in F, bubinga	$170
3207	Sopranino in F, grenadilla	$251
3208	Sopranino in F, tulipwood	$251
3307	Soprano in C, grenadilla	$346
3308	Soprano in C, tulipwood	$346
3407	Alto in F, grenadilla	$636
3408	Alto in F, tulipwood	$636

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Küng Studio Recorders

Full, warm, rather deep tone, but at the same time strong, thanks to fairly narrow labium.

Characteristics: full sound, consistent intonation, good response in the upper and lower registers.

Küng Studio Model recorders have a full sound, balanced tone, and a good, easy response in all registers. Their dark, warm sound is well-suited for ensemble playing.

The construction characteristics are medium block height, wide bore, medium window, paraffin impregnated, matte lacquer finish, in pear (earthy warm sound). The instrument is 60.8 cm (24 inches) long and weighs approximately 370g (13 oz.).

Model Number	Description	Sound Sample	Price
1101	Garklein in C, pearwood	sound	$94
1102	Garklein in C, maple		$94
1201	Sopranino in F, pearwood	sound	$130
1202	Sopranino in F, maple		$130
1203	Sopranino in F, cherry		$156
1211	Sopranino in F, stained pearwood		$130
1301	Soprano in C, pearwood	Maurice Steger plays van Eyck	$81
1302	Soprano in C, maple	sound	$81
1303	Soprano in C, cherry		$105
1311	Soprano in C, stained pearwood		$88
1901	Folklora Soprano in Bb, pearwood	Andreas Küng plays 'voll dra' - Swiss country music	$183
1906	Folklora Soprano in Bb, palisander		$302
1401	Alto in F, pearwood	sound Steger--Vivaldi	$219
1402	Alto in F, maple		$219
1403	Alto in F, cherry		$286
1411	Alto in F, stained pearwood		$228
1501	Tenor in C, pearwood	sound	$358
1502	Tenor in C, maple		$358
1503	Tenor in C, cherry	QNG Mozart--Studio tenor, Superio B, GtB, CtB	$465
1511	Tenor in C, stained pearwood		$369
1581	Tenor in C, bent neck, pearwood	sound	$429

Ordering Information Top of Page

Email, call or write me to order or discuss your needs. You can't order from my web site--I like to discuss your order with you first.

Many people have told me how much they enjoy my bringing my ‘store’ of instruments to workshops so that they can try many different ones over the course of a few days. This makes their decision-making process much easier.

Obviously, when ordering by mail, I can’t send you my whole ‘store’ of instruments to try, but I do try to come as close as is reasonably possible. All instruments can be ordered on approval. I am happy to send out two or more instruments for you to compare. For instance, I could send out two or three rosewood altos, or rosewood, pearwood, grenadilla and boxwood altos for you to sample. Then you can play them (please, no more than 15 minutes per day, just as if you were starting the breaking-in process), let your friends try or listen to them, and let a teacher try them. This gives you some feedback on your choice, and gives you more confidence in your decision.

I want you to be satisfied with your instrument, and feel under no obligation to buy it if you don’t like it. A normal time for deciding is approximately one week. I, of course, expect any returned instruments to be in like-new condition (see below). Whether you decide to buy an instrument or not, all I ask is that you pay for shipping costs both ways.

Once you have decided on a purchase, I will bill you.

Email, call or write me to order or discuss your needs. You can't order from my web site--I like to discuss your order with you first.

I had an instrument returned that smelled of cigarette smoke. The customer did not smoke, but a visitor did. I haven't yet succeeded in removing the smell. I can't sell a smoky instrument, so I do not want to send instruments on approval to households where people are allowed to smoke. If a smoky-smelling (or mildew-smelling) instrument is returned to me, I will not accept it, and you will have bought it, since it is no longer in like-new condition. In my experience, hardly any recorder players smoke, so this should be a rare occurrence. So please, no smoke, mildew or lipstick, and brush your teeth before playing--all things you should do if the instrument were yours. I hope you understand this policy.

I don't give out customer contact information to other companies.

I accept personal checks, money orders or cashiers checks.
I accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
CONTACT 425 N. Whisman Rd., Ste. 200 Mountain View, CA 94043 (Map) (Detail) (866) 511-2981 toll free (Pacific Time Zone) (650) 938-5367 local/foreign/Skype Lazars.Early.Music@gmail.com www.LazarsEarly Music.com OPEN BY APPOINTMENT-Call--I'm here most of the time, 6-7 days a week To order, email, phone or write me your request. I don't give out customer contact information to other companies.

Warranty Top of Page

Küng instruments are warranted for one year from the date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship. Contact David Ohanessian (davidohan@earthlink.net) for warranty service.

Küng warranty service:

David Ohanessian
106 NW 104th. St.,
Seattle, WA. 98177

(206) 781-8517

davidohan@earthlink.net

Kung Recorders: Superio, Classica, Studio