Recorders, melodicas, harmonicas and accessories – for music lovers of all ages.
In this category, you'll find wind instruments and matching accessories for beginners, advanced players, and anyone who enjoys making music. The range extends from classic soprano and alto recorders to melodicas with keyboards and diatonic and chromatic harmonicas. Brands like Yamaha, Hohner, Moeck, Suzuki and Seydel offer a wide selection – with fast delivery throughout Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
Buy wind instruments online – for beginners and advanced players
Whether you're looking for a recorder for school music lessons, a melodica for a creative start, or a high-quality harmonica for blues and folk – in this category, you'll find proven models for every level. Spare parts and care accessories such as cleaning kits, cork grease and cases are also available to keep your instrument reliable for a long time. This allows you to conveniently order the right wind instrument online from home.
Recorders, melodicas & harmonicas – the variety of wind instruments
Recorders are available in different pitches and materials: plastic recorders for robust school use, wooden recorders made of maple, pearwood or rosewood for warm sound. Melodicas combine the blowing principle with a keyboard and are particularly interesting for visual learners. Diatonic harmonicas are tuned to one key and are ideal for blues, rock and folk, while chromatic models cover all semitones. Whether you want to learn an instrument or expand your collection – you'll find what you're looking for here.
The category is ideal for beginners who want to learn a wind instrument, for parents looking for school instruments for their children, and for advanced musicians who appreciate high-quality wooden recorders or professional harmonicas. It also offers a versatile selection as a gift idea for various age groups and occasions.
Quality, Safety & Product Selection
When buying a wind instrument, solid workmanship, tuning-stable construction, and player-friendly response are crucial. Especially for instruments for children, attention should be paid to non-toxic materials and CE marking. The selected brand products in this category meet high quality standards and are delivered carefully packaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which wind instrument is easiest to learn for absolute beginners?▾
The recorder and the melodica are considered particularly beginner-friendly. Both instruments do not require a difficult embouchure technique and allow for quick initial success. For school-age children, the soprano recorder is ideal; for adults, alto recorders or a melodica with a keyboard are also suitable.
Which harmonica is suitable for blues beginners?▾
For blues beginners, diatonic harmonicas in C major are recommended, such as the Hohner Special 20 or the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic. Both models offer easy response, good tuning, and are suitable for bending techniques that are important for the blues sound.
How do I properly care for and clean a recorder?▾
After each playing session, the recorder should be dried inside with a cleaning rod and a soft cloth. For plastic recorders, cleaning with lukewarm water and mild soap is possible; wooden recorders must not be cleaned in water – they should only be wiped out. In addition, the cork joints should be treated regularly with cork grease.
Which melodica is recommended for school music lessons?▾
The Hohner Performer 37 and the Suzuki M-37C are particularly popular for lessons. Both are robust, fit well in the hand, and cover a practical range with 37 keys. Included mouthpieces and flexible hoses allow for different playing positions – ideal for group lessons.
What is the difference between German and Baroque fingering on recorders?▾
In German fingering, the lowest double hole is forked (little finger); in Baroque, the second-to-last one is. Baroque fingering is considered the standard for clean intonation, while German fingering is often easier to grasp for absolute beginners. Many modern school recorders are offered with Baroque bore.
Can I play different keys with one harmonica?▾
A diatonic harmonica is tuned to one key. To play in different keys, you need several instruments (e.g., in C, A, D, etc.). Chromatic harmonicas, on the other hand, allow all semitones via a slide and thus enable playing in all keys with one instrument.
What accessories are recommended when buying a recorder?▾
Useful accessories include a suitable case or bag, a cleaning rod with cloth, cork grease for the joints, a thumb rest for the right thumb, and for wooden recorders a hygrometer to monitor humidity. For melodicas and harmonicas, there are special cleaning kits and storage boxes.
Are wind instruments also suitable as a gift for adults?▾
Yes, wind instruments make an excellent gift idea for adults – whether it's a high-quality alto wooden recorder, a harmonious harmonica set, or a melodica for a playful start. Many manufacturers offer attractive gift sets including a bag and cleaning accessories.
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