Eastar
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8 videosJean Paul Sánchez Mendoza
El artículo se ve de buena calidad. Aunque la ausencia de la cremita de junción no lo tenía anticipado, lo que me obliga a tener que conseguirla antes de utilizarla con frecuencia.
Katelyn
I have had this recorder for months and it is nearly impossible when playing the highest notes (B6, C7, and D7). I can also only play for about 30- 45 minutes with this recorder before the entire thing goes flat.
Lonny Marie
I had previously purchased this flute and it came with cleaning brush and grease. I recommended this to my students and they are receiving them without the grease and some without the cleaning brush. I ordered another one and it came without the grease (the case had the space for the grease and it's empty).
B. Schwartz
Comparison reviews of baroque soprano recorders:
Yamaha YRS-402B, 3 pieces (Ecodear PLA) [shown on left/top in pictures]
Curved windway, integrated block, reliable quality control
This is a good plastic recorder which is noticeably less shrill than the cheaper models. All accidentals are in tune and second octave is easy to produce although it can get some shrill overtones if you over blow. Yamahas are tuned to reference pitch A=444Hz so it will sound very sharp compared to some instruments. If you're trying to match A=440Hz you'll find you need to keep your breath pressure very low or pull out the head joint. Pros: low maintenance, easy to clean, durable, less sensitive to temperature and humidity changes. Cons: still sounds more “plastic-y” than real wood, windway gets clogged with condensation much more quickly than wooden windway.
Eastar ERS-31BM, 3 pieces (Maple) [shown in middle in pictures]
Straight windway, removable block, quality control issues
For its price, this wood recorder is decent with some caveats. Soft woods like maple are usually impregnated with paraffin and I believe that's true with this instrument. There's lots of waxy substance in crevices you can scrape away with your fingernail. Very tight joints. The finish is thick and uneven in spots; pale patches also appeared on the mouthpiece as I played it in. The “playing in” process is very important; tuning on accidentals was definitely better after 3 weeks. The block appeared slightly crooked when it first arrived but, again, has improved with playing. I can’t find any documentation about the reference pitch but it’s lower than my other recorders. Requires a lot of air to be in tune at A=440Hz, especially if you’re used to plastic recorders. Be prepared to take some fine/extra fine sandpaper to it to give it the finishing work that should have been done in the factory (I sanded the bore of the body and foot, the finger holes, and the ends of both joints.) Pros: nice “woody” sound, affordable. Cons: quality control issues with finishing and tuning, more fragile than plastic, must be “played in” to prevent cracking and to improve tuning, sensitive to temperature and humidity changes, requires more maintenance than plastic.
Hohner B9560, 2 pieces (Pear) [shown on right/bottom in pictures]
Straight windway, removable block, good quality
In this price range ($20-40 US), this is a fabulous recorder. The natural finish on the wood is satiny and smooth. Tuning on accidentals is quite good even before being “played in.” Manual says it’s tuned to reference pitch A=442Hz. Easy to get the second octave to sing. Mouthpiece is thinner than I’m used to, and I have to make adjustments so that my bottom lip doesn’t block the windway. Relatively loose joint. Pinky finger not adjustable because it’s only 2 pieces. My only complaint is that Hohner doesn’t list the model numbers on their website, and they seem to have changed numbers or have multiple numbers for the same model. I got the pear with natural finish, but they also have pear with dark finish or maple with natural finish. Pros: nice “woody” sound, good tuning, good quality control, affordable. Cons: more fragile than plastic (the mouth edge of the block looks like it would be very easy to damage), must be “played in” to prevent cracking, sensitive to temperature and humidity changes, requires more maintenance than plastic.
Nancy V.
I am working at home during the pandemic. The recorder has a nice sound quality, and though it does take some getting use to, has proved easy to learn. I do recommend turning the last piece so your little finger can more easily cover the holes. I am enjoying having the recorder and using it as a diversion. Adding music to my day has been a great add. You should try this one!
Gergo Fancsali
Very nice piece of instrument with pretty sound.
My only complaint is the surface clear coat is peeling off. It looks ugly however I barely used. Coat coming off not just where the fingers rest but other places too so it is a quality issue.
Apart from the aesthetic problem I recommend this flute for everyone.
Jose Lecuna
beautiful and excellent sound quality
Peter
Excellent Recorder instrument for beginners, easy to use and good quality
Miller251
Great beginner recorder! My third grade daughter loves it and it sounds better than the cheaper plastic recorders.
Tall guy 48
Just starting to learn the recorder but this one is better than what we had. The recorder comes with a nice case some cork grease and a cleaning rod. It has a wood inlay in the mouth piece. Tuned it and the notes played were accurate on the tuner.
Amira
I liked how it came with the beginners paper/a cleaning brush/ and the case is very nice inside and out. Really worth the money
Ron
You all had a recorder at some point. As did I. Some plastic thing I played around with as a kid. As an adult, I thought it would be nice to revisit that. I picked up a few other instruments over the years but oddly never owned a recorder. I didn't want to spend too much as I know I'm not going to play seriously but didn't want to buy a plastic toy either. This wooden recorder fit the bill. It looks and feels well crafted. It's solid wood. All the parts fit well together. Smooth finish. Not glossy. I think the wood is just waxed. As for the sound quality, I feel like the wood adds some warmth compared to the harsher sound of a plastic recorder. I was initially surprised by the overall quality considering the price.
Michelle Davis
This is a nice quality instrument, for the price. It includes a fingering chart and a couple of beginner songs. The case is nice but could have been better quality, it is difficult to open. Overall a very nice product its 100% wood
Rebecca
Best recorder! It's solid wood and the sound is great. Purchased this for my grandson, since he likes my flute. It comes with a cute case cleaner,lubricant and pipe cleaner. Grandson absolutely loves his recorder.
Darshana P.
I bought this recorder for my daughter to give to her dad on Father's Day as part of a gift that would give for the whole year. The quality is wonderful and makes a much richer sound than the plastic ones we have. The bottom bell portion does move to fit the litter pinky position. Also included is wax, a cleaning brush, and some music theory. The hard case makes for safe storage. This recorder provides great value for the money!
Freddie Poggi
I treated my self with this beautiful recorded, sound excellent and the scent of pine wood is very gratifying!
gman
This is a fantastic deal for a maple recorder. Great tone and feel. Definite improvement over the standard $10 yamaha starter. If you have a child who is excited to start the recorder, get them this. It will provide them with the sense of using a real instrument. Just grease the cork a lot at first. They may have a hard time seperating it but it gets easier.
I've used this in audio recordings and with a piano accompaniment. Tone is gorgeous.
Provided picture with the standard Yamaha student recorder. They are aligned by the top hole. As you can see there is a slightly longer reach with one. Very slight.
Customer
Sounds great. This is a C recorder. Comes in a nice case, cleaning brush and joint grease. Detaches for easy cleaning and for storage. Can't beat the price.
alexa
I am a musician, and recently got into producing my own music. I have been on the hunt for new instruments to add to my collection. I thought a recorder would be a really nice addition so I wanted to try this one out. I did not expect it to be this good of quality. It sounds beautiful, and having a real wood recorder is great. It has a nice woodsy smell right out of the box. It comes in two pieces that you can easily put together and start using! I love this purchase and I'm glad I gave this one a shot even with the lack of reviews. Very happy!
Geetar Don
Most of us learn to play recorder on inexpensive plastic instruments. There is nothing wrong with that. Frankly some them (such as Eastar's own) sound and play amazingly well. -Far better than the plastic instruments of not too many years ago. But that said, there is nothing like the sound and feel of a well crafted wooden recorder. -Especially when playing the lower notes which can come almost alive with a sonorous bottom and sweet overtones.
The hold back for many players -- the thing that has kept them using plastic instruments -- frankly has been the cost. But to my (and I expect many player's) amazement, even that is changing. This Eastar is made from solid maple. You see it and feel it even before you hear it. And it is thing of beauty. And yet the cost is very reasonable.
The Eastar ERS-31M comes in a nicely fitted case. A case that also holds a cleaning rod (provided) with a soft head and a small container of sealing and protecting lubricant for the cork used where the three parts of the recorder attach to one-another.
Oh, and that brings to mind another nice feature of the Eastar... It is a three piece unit -- and its lower bout rotates allowing for custom placement of the lowest hole allowing for correct placement for those with shorter or longer little fingers. (Once set, however, the two lower parts can remain as one even when the recorder is taken apart for storage.)
Tuning and pitch on my example seemed pretty close to "right on." Although that depends in part on the player's technique. And those used to plastic instruments may have to get the feel for this (and other) wooden ones to assure clear notes free of 'lisps' when playing down low.
Eventually every serious player starts to feel ready to upgrade to a wooden instrument. Now with the Eastar ERS-31M cost need not be so much a factor.
Highly recommended.
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