meoweth wrote:
What do you guys think?
octave key, metal labium?
http://www.adrianabreukink.com/Eagle.htmlI got to try a few of these recently (two different voicings), along with some other recorders at Lazar's shop. Disclaimer: I am a recorder player that is sorely tempted by non-traditional recorders.
The low end is loud, far louder than a normal recorder, and the low E is strong. The piano/octave key seems to have the possibility of making new alternate fingerings possible. I was not able to get the hang of using the octave key in combination with the thumb hole immediately, however I suspect that would not be a problem after some practice with the instrument.
The construction is beautiful, the toneholes are kinda big, and some are non-circular. Keywork and thumbrest were all solid and adjustable. I think the price is appropriate. It is at the top of my GAS list at the moment.