It is molded from unbreakable polystyrene with a finish that looks like wood. It is available in 2 sizes, Alto and Tenor. Each Cortol has a range of 2 octaves, thus covering the range of the Alto, Tenor and Bass crummhorns, and a good deal of the soprano range. Each instrument come with instructions, fingering charts, and a selection of solo and ensemble pieces for the beginner. Each instrument is supplied with a plastic-bladed reed which, with normal care, should last several years.
Extra reeds are available.
These instruments blend well with recorders and other instruments yet cost a fraction of wooden instruments. An excellent quality Crummhorn Kit. The essential main stem is pre-bent and only needs the final shaping. An accurate template is provided, which, when strapped to the stem, makes drilling the fingerholes a relatively straightforward process. Even the drills themselves are provided with concise instructions on how final tuning is to be achieved.