Skip to content

Recorder

The recorder offers a clear, expressive sound and remains a favourite for learners, ensembles and early music players.

Inside Recorder

Music Instruments Recorder

Music Instruments Recorder

Recorder instruments for beginners, students and ensemble players. Explore versatile models suited to learning, practice...

Audio Voice Recorder

Audio Voice Recorder

Portable recorders for rehearsals, spoken notes and quick idea capture, ideal for musicians, students and teachers.

Voice Recorder Device

Voice Recorder Device

A voice recorder device is a compact way to capture rehearsals, lessons and ideas with simple, reliable recording.

Mic with Recorder

Mic with Recorder

Recorder and microphone setups for practice, lessons and simple recording. Ideal for UK musicians wanting clear, portabl...

Recorder Players for Sale

Recorder Players for Sale

Browse recorder players for sale for beginners and advanced musicians, with options for practice, study and ensemble pla...

USB Recorder Player

USB Recorder Player

A USB recorder player offers simple playback and recording for lessons, practice and portable music study.

Multi Channel Recorder

Multi Channel Recorder

Multitrack recording solutions for rehearsals, lessons and home studios. Capture several wind and woodwind sources with...

Recorder Music

Recorder Music

Recorder music for study, practice and performance across all levels. Find repertoire and tutor material for UK recorder...

Childrens Recorder

Childrens Recorder

Beginner-friendly recorders for children, ideal for school music, early lessons and first steps in wind playing.

4 Track Recorder

4 Track Recorder

Compact multitrack recorders for demos, songwriting and portable music capture, ideal for home and rehearsal use.

Recorder Yamaha

Recorder Yamaha

Shop recorder Yamaha models known for reliable tuning, ease of play and dependable quality for students and progressing...

Old Recorder

Old Recorder

Older recorder models for collectors, teachers and players. Browse instruments with vintage character, history and disti...

Recorder Type Instrument

Recorder Type Instrument

Discover recorder type instrument options for study, performance and everyday practice, from beginner models to more adv...

Tape Recorder 4 Track

Tape Recorder 4 Track

Discover tape recorder 4 track options for home recording, songwriting and capturing warm analogue sound.

Large Recorder

Large Recorder

Explore large recorder models with a warm low register, ideal for consorts, lessons and early music performance.

Articles on Recorder

All news
Large Recorder / / Laura Mitchell

The Complete Guide to Large Recorder

Large recorders offer rich, sonorous tones and access to centuries of chamber music repertoire. Discover tenor, bass and alternative recorders designed for accomplished musicians.

Recorder / / Louise Watson

Recorder for Beginners: A Complete Guide

The recorder is more rewarding than its school-music reputation suggests, and the first clean notes are closer than you think. Louise Watson walks you through everything a beginner needs to know.

Old Recorder / / Louise Watson

The Complete Guide to Old Recorder

Old recorders offer tangible connection to instrument-making history. From Bakelite student instruments to wooden masterpieces, discover what makes vintage recorders collectible.

Recorder / / Louise Watson

Recorder Explained: Features, Types and Tips

The recorder has a richer history and wider range than its school-music reputation suggests. Louise Watson unpacks the instrument's types, fingering systems, and what makes it tick.

Recorder

The essentials of recorder playing

The recorder remains one of the most approachable and rewarding instruments in the Wind & Woodwind family. Known for its clear, pure tone, the recorder is used by beginners, teachers, early music specialists and experienced players seeking a direct, expressive sound.

From classroom to concert hall

A recorder can be found in a wide range of sizes, from soprano and alto to tenor and bass, each offering a different register and role. This versatility makes the recorder a mainstay in schools, folk groups and period ensembles across the UK.

Choosing the right recorder

Recorder models vary in material, fingering system and response, so it is worth considering what level of playing you need. Resin instruments are popular for durability, while wooden models often appeal to players wanting a warmer tone and more refined finish.

Part of the wider Wind & Woodwind range

Although simple in appearance, the recorder plays an important role in the wider Wind & Woodwind category. It offers an accessible entry point for new musicians while still providing enough nuance for advanced repertoire and ensemble work.