Maracaibo-boxwood
European boxwood
Grenadilla, Palisander

Thomas Stanesby, called "Junior" (1692 - 1754), worked in London and achieved great fame and standing in his day through the manufacturing of the finest woodwind instruments. Many of his instruments are preserved in museums and private collections all over the world. An excellently preserved and wonderfully playable recorder is privately owned in Switzerland. It was manufactured out of boxwood around the year 1720.

We construct these recorders in European boxwood, like the original, or also in maracaibo-boxwood. Both types combine a free sound at a high blowing resistance. Like the original, the wood is refined with a violin varnish. The sound of our copy is keynoted and warm, soft and supple in the high tones. The pitch is a=415 Hz.

Equipment / Delivery
For the construction of this recorder we use only the best long-stored woods, as well as selected materials. To protect the flute, we will send it in a handmade bag made from a tastefully patterned fabric. A wiping stick is also included in the delivery.