Collection: Kung Recorders

FRANZ KUNG was one of the early pioneers of 20th Century Recorder making. He founded his workshop in the family villa at Schaffhausen, Switzerland in 1938, and by the early 1950s he was winning international awards for his work. He continued making until his death in 1977, and has been succeeded by several generations of Kung family members.

The current model line-up began to appear in the 1970s and 80s, and has been refined in the subsequent decades into some of the most finely finished and prestigious recorders available. 

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  • Marsyas Descant Recorder in Olivewood

    Reference: K4309

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Descant Recorder in Olivewood

    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Olivewood Marsyas has a sweet and elegant sound.
    Regular price
    $958.00
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    $958.00
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    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Olivewood Marsyas has a sweet and elegant sound.
  • Bb 'Folklora', Descant Recorder in Palisander

    Reference: K1906

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    Brand: Kung

    Bb 'Folklora', Descant Recorder in Palisander

    Bb descant in Palisander (Rosewood), Baroque double holes. This is our special recorder for everyone wanting to play with an instrument tuned in B flat. It is a whole tone lower than the soprano in C, and this recorder in B flat sounds deeper and stronger from the beginning. It is used in Swiss folk music, but is also used by pro's who appreciate its very special sound.

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    $586.44
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    $586.44
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    Bb descant in Palisander (Rosewood), Baroque double holes. This is our special recorder for everyone wanting to play with an instrument tuned in B flat. It is a whole tone lower than the soprano in C, and this recorder in B flat sounds deeper and stronger from the beginning. It is used in Swiss folk music, but is also used by pro's who appreciate its very special sound.

  • Marsyas Descant Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: K4313

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Descant Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has an elegant and sweet sound
    Regular price
    $728.00
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    $728.00
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has an elegant and sweet sound
  • Marsyas Tenor Recorder in Plumwood

    Reference: K4504

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Tenor Recorder in Plumwood

    • Made from selected Plumwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Plumwood Marsyas has a warm and elegant sound.
    Regular price
    $1,993.06
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    $1,993.06
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    • Made from selected Plumwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Plumwood Marsyas has a warm and elegant sound.
  • Superio Tenor Recorder in Cherry

    Reference: K2503

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Tenor Recorder in Cherry

    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • This is a solo instrument par excellence, also outstanding in ensemble playing.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The wide range and rich sound allows selected flute repertoire to be played.
    • The Cherry Superior has an elegant and clear sound.
    Regular price
    $1,845.80
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    $1,845.80
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    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • This is a solo instrument par excellence, also outstanding in ensemble playing.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The wide range and rich sound allows selected flute repertoire to be played.
    • The Cherry Superior has an elegant and clear sound.
  • Marsyas Treble in Castello Box

    Reference: K4413

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Treble in Castello Box

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has an elegant and fine sound.
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    $1,438.26
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    $1,438.26
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has an elegant and fine sound.
  • Studio Sopranino Recorder Maple

    Reference: K1202

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    Brand: Kung

    Studio Sopranino Recorder Maple

    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.
    Regular price
    $277.00
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    $277.00
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    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.
  • Marsyas Treble Recorder in Grenadilla

    Reference: K4407

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Treble Recorder in Grenadilla

    • Made from selected Grenadilla.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Grenadilla Marsyas has an elegant and powerful sound.
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    $2,065.89
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    $2,065.89
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    • Made from selected Grenadilla.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Grenadilla Marsyas has an elegant and powerful sound.
  • Superio Sopranino Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K2201

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    Superio Sopranino Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Pearwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
    Regular price
    $396.13
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    $396.13
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    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Pearwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
  • Superio Descant Recorder in Palisander

    Reference: K2306

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Descant Recorder in Palisander

    • Made from selected Palisander.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Palisander Superior has clear and powerful sound.
    Regular price
    $641.00
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    $641.00
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    • Made from selected Palisander.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Palisander Superior has clear and powerful sound.
  • Studio Tenor Recorder in Maple

    Reference: K1502

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    Brand: Kung

    Studio Tenor Recorder in Maple

    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
    Regular price
    $696.24
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    $696.24
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    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
  • Superio Descant Recorder in Olivewood

    Reference: K2309

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Descant Recorder in Olivewood

    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an earthy, clear, light sound. 
    Regular price
    $730.00
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    $730.00
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    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an earthy, clear, light sound. 
  • Superio Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K2301

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Pearwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
    Regular price
    $403.00
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    $403.00
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    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Pearwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
  • Studio Garklein Recorder in Maple

    Reference: K1102

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    Brand: Kung

    Studio Garklein Recorder in Maple

    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque single holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.
    Regular price
    $174.00
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    $174.00
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    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque single holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.
  • Superio Sopranino Recorder in Olive Wood

    Reference: K2209

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    Superio Sopranino Recorder in Olive Wood

    • Baroque Double Holes.
    • A strong sound throughout the entire register.
    • Suitable for various combinations in ensemble or in solo playing.
    • The Olive Superio has a clear and powerful sound with an attractive warmth
    Regular price
    $765.00
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    $765.00
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    • Baroque Double Holes.
    • A strong sound throughout the entire register.
    • Suitable for various combinations in ensemble or in solo playing.
    • The Olive Superio has a clear and powerful sound with an attractive warmth
  • Superio Descant Recorder in Castello Stained Boxwood

    Reference: K2314

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Descant Recorder in Castello Stained Boxwood

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood (stained).
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Boxwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
    Regular price
    $495.00
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    $495.00
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood (stained).
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Boxwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
  • Superio Treble Recorder in Olivewood

    Reference: K2409

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Treble Recorder in Olivewood

    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an earthy, clear and light sound.
    Regular price
    $1,470.51
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    $1,470.51
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    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an earthy, clear and light sound.
  • Studio Treble Recorder in Maple

    Reference: K1402

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    Brand: Kung

    Studio Treble Recorder in Maple

    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
    Regular price
    $492.00
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    $492.00
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    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
  • E3 Treble Recorder with e' foot extension in Stained Pear

    Reference: K5991

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    Brand: Kung

    E3 Treble Recorder with e' foot extension in Stained Pear

    • Powerful sound, suitable for modern orchestral instruments
    • Chromatic intonation in A = 442Hz
    • Octave key for high registers
    • Key system for e', f', and f#'
    Regular price
    $2,941.15
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    $2,941.15
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    • Powerful sound, suitable for modern orchestral instruments
    • Chromatic intonation in A = 442Hz
    • Octave key for high registers
    • Key system for e', f', and f#'
  • Superio Treble Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: K2414

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Treble Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Boxwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
    Regular price
    $1,128.22
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    $1,128.22
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Boxwood Superior has an earthy and warm sound.
  • Marsyas Treble Recorder in Olivewood

    Reference: K4409

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Treble Recorder in Olivewood

    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Olivewood Marsyas has a warm, elegant and fine sound
    Regular price
    $2,065.89
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    $2,065.89
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    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Olivewood Marsyas has a warm, elegant and fine sound
  • Marsyas Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: K4513

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    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has a warm and elegant sound.
    Regular price
    $2,297.00
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    $2,297.00
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Boxwood Marsyas has a warm and elegant sound.
  • Superio Tenor Recorder in Olivewood

    Reference: K2509

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    Brand: Kung

    Superio Tenor Recorder in Olivewood

    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • This is a solo instrument par excellence, also outstanding in ensemble playing.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The wide range and rich sound allows selected flute repertoire to be played.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an elegant, clear and light sound.
    Regular price
    $2,601.95
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    $2,601.95
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    • Made from selected Olivewood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • This is a solo instrument par excellence, also outstanding in ensemble playing.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The wide range and rich sound allows selected flute repertoire to be played.
    • The Olivewood Superior has an elegant, clear and light sound.
  • Special Treble Recorder in Stained Castello Boxwood

    Reference: K7413

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    Brand: Kung

    Special Treble Recorder in Stained Castello Boxwood

    K4 stands for: 

    • P.I. Bressan, for the drilling profile of the recorder and the luxurious design 
    • Ernst Meyer, Maître Flutier, for the extra wide diapason and the unique voicing 
    • Maurice Steger, the masterly soloist and conductor 
    • Küng, the manufacturer who combines high quality with traditional hand craft

    Regular price
    $2,661.14
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    $2,661.14
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    K4 stands for: 

    • P.I. Bressan, for the drilling profile of the recorder and the luxurious design 
    • Ernst Meyer, Maître Flutier, for the extra wide diapason and the unique voicing 
    • Maurice Steger, the masterly soloist and conductor 
    • Küng, the manufacturer who combines high quality with traditional hand craft