Mollenhauer DENNER 5416 Tenor Recorder

Mollenhauer DENNER 5416 tenor (pearwood) – expressive sound and comfort for demanding players

The Mollenhauer DENNER 5416 tenor (pearwood) is a professional-grade recorder crafted for musicians valuing historical authenticity alongside modern comfort. Inspired by original Jacob Denner instruments, this model unites traditional design and ergonomic improvements. The upper register projects with clarity, while the low notes remain stable, offering a brilliant and agile sound suitable for solo or ensemble use. With carefully designed keywork and pearwood construction, the DENNER 5416 tenor provides comfort and flexibility. Attention to detail from Mollenhauer ensures each piece meets the needs of dedicated recorder players.

Standout features: comfort keys and historical design

What stands out is the four-key ergonomic system, complete with extra comfort keys for G and F that lower hand fatigue and stretch. Inspired by Jacob Denner's original instruments (Nuremberg, 1681–1735), the DENNER series was recognized with the German Music Instrument Award for its fusion of tradition and innovation. Finely worked ornamental rings and a hand-oiled pearwood body combine visual and tactile pleasure.

Technical parameters – playability and sound clarity

Advanced players will notice the engineering behind the DENNER 5416. Undercut finger holes promote a balanced, steady tone, while the C/C# double key ensures seamless transitions in the lower register. Baroque fingering supports expressive chromatic passages preferred by experienced musicians.

• Wood type: Pearwood — delivers a rich, warm tonal core ideal for ensemble blend and solo clarity
• Fingering system: Baroque, double holes, four keys — supports agile play and comfortable technique
• Pitch: a1 = 442 Hz — compatible with modern ensembles
• Covering the full tenor recorder repertoire, the range extends from c1 to gis3 for demanding literature.

Who is it for?

Intermediate to advanced recorder players looking for a responsive and ergonomic instrument will find the DENNER 5416 tenor (pearwood) especially appealing. Those transitioning from soprano to tenor appreciate the familiar fingerings alongside the richer, resonant tenor timbre. The DENNER 5416 tenor meets the needs of musicians requiring extended range, comfortable keywork, and an expressive voice for Baroque, contemporary, or ensemble performance. Its robust construction and sophisticated tone suit both group musicians and soloists.