The different structures of the woods result in different tone qualities

400 g outer shape Design Heinz Ammann height of block high bore medium window medium treatment inside paraffin treatment outside oil

more comfortable when played standing length 200 cm weight 6 kg outer shape according to Kynsecker block height medium bore wide

similar to the position when playing alto

These recorders are available with a bent neck and with multiple key options

Historical German Shawm: Tenor (440 Hz) by Guntram Wolf a=430 The different structures of theHistory of German Shawms Historical versions of the oboe were are vast and varied. The Renaissance ensemble got a clear double reed contour through the use of a set of shawms. Shawms were used both as solo voices and as background color. They were particularly used in combination with trombones (sackbutts). Like dulcians, they are indispensable for the music and sound of this period. A German shawm and dulcian combined make an ideal Renaissance