Collection: Bass Recorders

Showing 19 of 19 products

Sort by:
Brand Reset
Availability Reset
Price Reset
Price: 0 – $6,219.87
Size Reset
Material Reset
Filter and sort

Filter and sort

Showing 19 of 19 products

Brand
Availability
Price

Up to $6,219.87

Size
Material
Showing 19 of 19 products
  • Bass Recorder

    Reference: YRB302B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Bass Recorder

    This is an ABS bass recorder with a

    design created to mimic the qualities of

    an expensive hand-crafted wooden

    model. It features very accurate

    Regular price
    $699.00
    Sale price
    $699.00
    Regular price
    View Details

    This is an ABS bass recorder with a

    design created to mimic the qualities of

    an expensive hand-crafted wooden

    model. It features very accurate

  • Superio Knick Bass in Cherry

    Reference: K2603

    Brand: Kung

    Superio Knick Bass in Cherry

    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Strong low register, clear top end.
    • Kung basses are world renowned for their quality.
    • Suitable for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Cherrywood bass has an elegant and powerful sound.
    Regular price
    $3,270.00
    Sale price
    $3,270.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Strong low register, clear top end.
    • Kung basses are world renowned for their quality.
    • Suitable for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Cherrywood bass has an elegant and powerful sound.
  • Symphony Bass Recorder Bent-Neck

    Reference: AU521

    Brand: Aulos

    Symphony Bass Recorder Bent-Neck

    • Knick Style for Ensemble Playing.
    • Comfortable Finger Stretch.
    • Lightweight.
    • Double Keys for F and F#.
    • Direct Blow Ivory Coloured Mouthpiece.
    • Dark Brown.
    Regular price
    $687.00
    Sale price
    $687.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Knick Style for Ensemble Playing.
    • Comfortable Finger Stretch.
    • Lightweight.
    • Double Keys for F and F#.
    • Direct Blow Ivory Coloured Mouthpiece.
    • Dark Brown.
  • Symphony Bass Recorder

    Reference: AU533B

    Brand: Aulos

    Symphony Bass Recorder

    • Full sound in all registers for ensemble playing,
    • Double Keys for F and F#.
    • Double holes for G and G#.
    • Comfortable finger stretch.
    • Fitted with a bocal and built-in thumb rest.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, two rings, and foot.
    Regular price
    $895.00
    Sale price
    $895.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Full sound in all registers for ensemble playing,
    • Double Keys for F and F#.
    • Double holes for G and G#.
    • Comfortable finger stretch.
    • Fitted with a bocal and built-in thumb rest.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, two rings, and foot.
  • Canta Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2546K

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    • baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position, with direct-blow sound. The knick (bent head) raises the instrument up so that the player has a shorter distance to get to the lower notes (when compared with playing a straight bass in direct-blow mode).
    Regular price
    $2,750.00
    Sale price
    $2,750.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position, with direct-blow sound. The knick (bent head) raises the instrument up so that the player has a shorter distance to get to the lower notes (when compared with playing a straight bass in direct-blow mode).
  • Denner Bass Recorder in Cherrywood

    Reference: MOL-5501

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Bass Recorder in Cherrywood

    Mollenhauer's lightest bass recorder made from cherrywood

    Baroque double holes with four keys.

    Strong sound with clear articulation

    Regular price
    $3,480.00
    Sale price
    $3,480.00
    Regular price
    View Details

    Mollenhauer's lightest bass recorder made from cherrywood

    Baroque double holes with four keys.

    Strong sound with clear articulation

  • Bressan Bass in Maple

    Reference: PG3-B/MN

    Brand: Zen-On

    Bressan Bass in Maple

    Bass Recorder based on the designs of Bressan by Japanese maker Takeyama, produced by Zen-on.

    Made from Maple Wood.

    Regular price
    $1,795.00
    Sale price
    $1,795.00
    Regular price
    View Details

    Bass Recorder based on the designs of Bressan by Japanese maker Takeyama, produced by Zen-on.

    Made from Maple Wood.

  • Canta Knick Bass recorder in Cherrywood

    Reference: MOL-2541K

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Knick Bass recorder in Cherrywood

    • Cherrywood Bass, baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position: the knick (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
    Regular price
    $3,250.00
    Sale price
    $3,250.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Cherrywood Bass, baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position: the knick (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
  • Denner Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-5506

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Bass Recorder, Baroque double holes with four keys.
    • The lower register; Newly designed bass cap with crook, the cleverly designed wind channelling allows for the air to pass through unobstructed and produce a clear and noise-free sound in all registers.
    • Adjustable sound; Different sound qualities can be achieved by a slight turning of the cap.
    Regular price
    $2,995.00
    Sale price
    $2,995.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Pearwood Bass Recorder, Baroque double holes with four keys.
    • The lower register; Newly designed bass cap with crook, the cleverly designed wind channelling allows for the air to pass through unobstructed and produce a clear and noise-free sound in all registers.
    • Adjustable sound; Different sound qualities can be achieved by a slight turning of the cap.
  • Adri's Dream Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-4527K

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Adri's Dream Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    Natural Pearwood Knick Bass, baroque double holes, double key. Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing: the Dream-ensemble from soprano to knick bass. Renaissance - The heyday of consort playing Renaissance recorders were constructed in such a way that their sound within the ensemble blended to create an especially homogenous texture.

    Regular price
    $2,995.00
    Sale price
    $2,995.00
    Regular price
    View Details

    Natural Pearwood Knick Bass, baroque double holes, double key. Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing: the Dream-ensemble from soprano to knick bass. Renaissance - The heyday of consort playing Renaissance recorders were constructed in such a way that their sound within the ensemble blended to create an especially homogenous texture.

  • Dream-Edition Knick Bass Recorder in Plumwood

    Reference: MOL-TE-4528K

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Dream-Edition Knick Bass Recorder in Plumwood

    • Plum Knick Bass, baroque double holes, decorative rings, four keys.
    • Dream-Edition - for the demands of a soloist! Due to their characteristic wide bore and full, round sound the Dream-Edition is ideally suited to the exceptional demands of the recorder's repertoire both in ensemble and as a soloist.
    Regular price
    $3,375.00
    Sale price
    $3,375.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Plum Knick Bass, baroque double holes, decorative rings, four keys.
    • Dream-Edition - for the demands of a soloist! Due to their characteristic wide bore and full, round sound the Dream-Edition is ideally suited to the exceptional demands of the recorder's repertoire both in ensemble and as a soloist.
  • Takeyama Bass Recorder in Cherrywood

    Reference: TB442C

    Brand: Takeyama

    Takeyama Bass Recorder in Cherrywood

    Made from Cherry
    Baroque fingering, double holes
    Perfect intonation, easy to play across the range
    Sound is warm and dark with a gentle beginning to the notes
    A beautiful instrument for elegant shaping of phrases

    Regular price
    $3,428.00
    Sale price
    $3,428.00
    Regular price
    View Details

    Made from Cherry
    Baroque fingering, double holes
    Perfect intonation, easy to play across the range
    Sound is warm and dark with a gentle beginning to the notes
    A beautiful instrument for elegant shaping of phrases

  • Kynseker Bass Recorder in Maple

    Reference: MOL-4507

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Kynseker Bass Recorder in Maple

    • Maple dark stained Bass with key.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most important characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality.
    Regular price
    $3,880.00
    Sale price
    $3,880.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Maple dark stained Bass with key.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most important characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality.
  • Denner Great Bass in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-5606

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Great Bass in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Denner Great Bass in C.
    • A great bass with professional features: strong and virtuosic; able to modulate. A magnificent sound that also projects well: because of the straight head joint, the sound is projected directly to the audience.
    • The instrument requires only a minimum amount of air, allowing free, cantabile lines and longer passages.
    Regular price
    $5,450.00
    Sale price
    $5,450.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Pearwood Denner Great Bass in C.
    • A great bass with professional features: strong and virtuosic; able to modulate. A magnificent sound that also projects well: because of the straight head joint, the sound is projected directly to the audience.
    • The instrument requires only a minimum amount of air, allowing free, cantabile lines and longer passages.
  • Canta Knick Bass Recorder in Stained Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2546KD

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Knick Bass Recorder in Stained Pearwood

    • Dark Stained Pearwood Bass, baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position: the knick (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
    Regular price
    $2,818.00
    Sale price
    $2,818.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Dark Stained Pearwood Bass, baroque double hole, with double key
    • Strong, stable sound: the foundation of the ensemble!
    • Natural holding position: the knick (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
  • Canta Knick Great Bass

    Reference: MOL-2646K

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Knick Great Bass

    Dark Stained Pearwood Great Bass, Baroque, with adjustable support spike Mollenhauer & Friedrich von Huene - Elegant, stable sound: a strong low register with light, clearly focused high notes. Its quick and accurate response makes the Canta great bass a reliable playing partner. The small amount of air it requires allows free and unrestrained playing. A great bass that plays like a tenor

    Regular price
    $4,990.00
    Sale price
    $4,990.00
    Regular price
    $5,546.00
    View Details

    Dark Stained Pearwood Great Bass, Baroque, with adjustable support spike Mollenhauer & Friedrich von Huene - Elegant, stable sound: a strong low register with light, clearly focused high notes. Its quick and accurate response makes the Canta great bass a reliable playing partner. The small amount of air it requires allows free and unrestrained playing. A great bass that plays like a tenor

  • Kynseker Great Bass Recorder in Maple

    Reference: MOL-4607

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Kynseker Great Bass Recorder in Maple

    • Maple stained dark Great Bass with key and hardcase.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most imporant characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality.
    Regular price
    $5,285.00
    Sale price
    $5,285.00
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Maple stained dark Great Bass with key and hardcase.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most imporant characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality.
  • Superio Greatbass Recorder in C, Stained Maple

    Reference: K2722

    Brand: Kung

    Superio Greatbass Recorder in C, Stained Maple

    • Made from Maple (stained dark brown).
    • Strong deep low register, clear top end.
    • Can be placed directly on the floor.
    • Sophisticated keywork improves access to half-tones
    • Extremely versatile for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Greatbass has a full, warm and deep sound.
    Regular price
    $6,219.87
    Sale price
    $6,219.87
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Made from Maple (stained dark brown).
    • Strong deep low register, clear top end.
    • Can be placed directly on the floor.
    • Sophisticated keywork improves access to half-tones
    • Extremely versatile for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Greatbass has a full, warm and deep sound.
  • Superio Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K2601

    Brand: Kung

    Superio Knick Bass Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Strong low register, clear top end.
    • Kung basses are world renowned for their quality
    • Suitable for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Pearwood bass has an earthy, warm and strong sound.
    Regular price
    $2,884.57
    Sale price
    $2,884.57
    Regular price
    View Details
    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Strong low register, clear top end.
    • Kung basses are world renowned for their quality
    • Suitable for both solo and ensemble playing.
    • The Superio Pearwood bass has an earthy, warm and strong sound.

Complete Range of Bass Recorders in Australia

The bass recorder has evolved from its humble consort roots into a virtuosic solo instrument in its own right. Contemporary composers have increasingly written for it as a solo voice, and the repertoire continues to grow. At Orpheus Music, we stock the full range from plastic to premium wood across all leading makers.

What Makes a Bass Recorder the Right Choice for Advancing Players

The bass recorder comes in straight neck and knick (bent) forms. The knick headjoint reduces the distance the right hand needs to stretch and brings the instrument closer to your body. This makes it a natural choice for ensemble and consort playing where you need to maintain position for extended periods.

Some straight-neck models offer flexibility with both a removable cap and crook design. Beyond the standard bass in F, Orpheus also offers great basses in C, contrabass, and subcontrabass models.

Which Bass Recorders Are Represented in the Orpheus Music Lineup?

We stock bass recorders in plastic, pearwood, cherrywood, maple, and plumwood from the world's leading makers:

  • Mollenhauer: German-made pearwood and cherrywood basses with baroque double holes and four keys. Available in two models: the Canta (more affordable, simpler design) and the Denner (premium Baroque design). Known for strong, clear articulation suited to solo work, consorts, and larger ensembles.
  • Küng: World-renowned Swiss basses in cherrywood, offering a strong low register, clear upper range, and excellent intonation throughout.
  • Takeyama: Beautifully crafted basses in cherrywood and tamana wood, known for their refined build quality.
  • Zen-on: Bressan model bass in maple, designed by Takeyama. A refined instrument at an accessible price point.
  • Yamaha: ABS bass recorders designed to replicate the qualities of handcrafted wooden instruments, with very accurate intonation.
  • Aulos: High-quality resin instruments available in both knick and crook models, complementing the broader Aulos range.

Why Buy Your Bass Recorder from Us?

Orpheus Music offers one of the most comprehensive bass recorder ranges in Australia, from entry-level plastic models to professional wooden instruments.

  • Recorder specialists with dedicated expertise
  • Wide material range including plastic, pearwood, cherrywood, maple, and plumwood
  • All instruments shipped fully insured at no extra cost
  • Free Parcel Post on Australian orders over $200
  • Organisers of the Australasian Recorder Festival and Orpheus Music Recorder Competitions

Ready to Shop for Bass Recorders?

Browse the full bass recorder range at Orpheus Music and order with confidence. Use the maker and material guide above to find the model that suits your playing style and budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Bass recorder instrument difficult to play compared to a treble?

Bass recorder instruments require broader hand stretch and more air support than treble, but fingering remains familiar, making the transition manageable with consistent practice.

Should I choose a straight or knick Bass recorder instrument?

This is a choice defined by personal preference. Straight models suit solo projection and players without any physical barriers to playing a larger recorder. Whereas knick Bass recorders reduce hand stretch and fatigue, making them ideal for ensemble and extended playing.

Are plastic Bass recorder instruments suitable for serious study?

Yes, high-quality ABS Resin Bass recorders offer stable intonation and durability, making them excellent for study, rehearsal, and doubling before upgrading to wood.

What Fingering do Bass recorder instruments come in?

Most Bass recorder instruments are in F, and great basses are in C, contrabass, and subcontrabass models are also available for expanded consort and contemporary repertoire.

Which wood is best for Bass recorder instruments?

Pearwood offers warmth, cherrywood clarity, maple focus, and plumwood richness. The best choice depends on tonal preference, ensemble setting, and projection requirements.