Description
How it works – Forget about finger holes
Instead of the finger holes found on traditional duct flutes (recorders), the Glissopipe works by pressing a magnetic strip with your eight fingers or moving your finger up and down to create different tones.
The head: Just place the tip in your mouth and start blowing! The sound will follow.
The magnetic strip: Instead of the finger holes found on traditional recorders, the Glissopipe works by pressing a magnetic strip, moving your fingers up and down to create different tones.
More sound: The strip can be detached, giving acces to additional sound experiences.
Glissopipe Models
You can choose from three sizes of the Glissopipe.
Glissopipe S (Small)
High F Sopranino, 25 cm
It plays over an octave (F5 – F#6). It is possible to play a fifths above (F6 – C6) by overblowing (for advanced players).
Glissopipe M (Medium)
C Soprano, 34 cm
It plays over an octave (C5 – D#6). It is possible to play another octave above (C6 – C7) by overblowing (for advanced players).
Glissopipe L (Large)
Low G Alto, 45 cm
It plays over an octave (G4 – A#5). It is possible to play another octave above (G5 – G6) by overblowing (for advanced players).
Triple Bundle (Glissopipe S, M and L)
You can buy all three models together — find more information here.
Glissopipe M Landen Purifoy Recorder Squad Special Edition
Find more information here.
Extra: Glissopipe M + Wooden Head
And also there is something more to explore – Glissopipe with an extra hand made wooden head for professional wind instrument players. This exclusive version features a hand-crafted wooden headpiece that brings the sound quality and refined controllability of a professional recorder into the Glissopipe world. Each head is individually made by master recorder luthier Endre Pásztor, whose craftsmanship ensures exceptional tonal richness, stability, and expressive precision. Order and find more information here.
Colors
You can choose from three colors – White, Blue, or Orange.
All heads come in elegant white for a timeless design.
Magnetic Mechanism
For wind instruments, stable sound production requires that the tone holes close perfectly – whether we cover them with our fingers or with keys. Even if there is a tiny leak next to a covered hole, the note can no longer be produced properly. This is also true for the Glissopipe, but in this case we need to seal a long slit perfectly. If we simply tried to press a plain strap onto the slit, air would easily escape unless we applied pressure along the entire length of the opening. The magnetic solution eliminates this problem: the magnetic strips placed on top of each other create an airtight seal because they attract one another.
The magnetic tapes are polarized in longitudinal parallel lines, alternating between North and South poles. For an airtight closure, it is essential that the pole lines of the two magnetic sheets adhering to each other align perfectly. That is why we developed a method that ensures the North–South pole pattern is always identical, so the straps can be replaced at any time.
Helper Strips
The Glissopipe is designed to be played by ear and instinct. But when you are just starting out, a little guidance can help. Helper Strips are optional magnetic overlays that attach directly onto the Glissopipe’s ribbon. They stay securely in place and show the positions of notes using colored rings — which you can both see and feel with your fingers.
Each of the 12 notes of the chromatic scale has its own color. Different musical scales are printed on separate strips, including diatonic and pentatonic scales (in all 12 keys) and a full chromatic scale.
Helper Strips make the first steps easier, especially for beginners, children, and music education — while still allowing the Glissopipe to remain an expressive, voice-like instrument guided by listening rather than rules.
Every Glissopipe you choose to back includes one C Major Diatonic Helper Strip included in the package at no extra cost. This strip helps you quickly locate the notes of the C Major scale (white keys on the piano) and makes it easier to start exploring the instrument right away. In addition, you can choose additional helper strips and add them to your pledge as optional add-ons during the campaign.
Please note that each Glissopipe model has its own size of helper strip, which you will have the opportunity to choose at the end of the campaign. If you pledge a Glissopipe Triple Bundle, and would like to have a pack of Helper Strips for each of the three sizes, you will need to add three packs of Helper Strips in the add-on section.
Add them to your pledge and customize your playing experience from day one.
Art Meets Technology
The Glissopipe is produced through high-precision 3D printing, in the partnership with Prusa Research – the Czech leader in 3D printing innovation. Original Prusa 3D printer series machines are renowned worldwide for their exceptional accuracy, reliability, and print quality. Each magnetic ribbon is precisely cut and hand-aligned, while a strong elastic ring keeps the ribbon’s motion smooth and perfectly tensioned. With Prusa’s engineering expertise and our acoustic design, every Glissopipe becomes a fusion of craftsmanship and innovation – an instrument manufactured with the finest tools for the finest sound.
What’s Inside Your Glissopipe Package
- Glissopipe (S, M, L, SML or M + wooden head)
- Soft case
- 3 pcs O-ring
- C major Diatonic Major helper strip
Everything you need to start playing — right out of the box.
It’s not about playing the “right” notes — it’s about feeling the space between them. Every sound flows. Every tone breathes. Without predefined fixed tones, it is intuitive, liberating, and deeply inspiring – every tone becomes a discovery, every melody a small adventure. It trains your ear, sharpens intonation, and connects emotion with expression. The Glissopipe is simple and playful. Yours.
Easy to begin – Endless to explore
For beginners, it’s the easiest way to create real, expressive music – even on day one. For musicians, it’s a gateway to new textures, bending tones, and emotional nuance beyond traditional scales. Pick it up. Touch the ribbon. Follow your instinct and let music happen.
Free the tone, follow your instinct – and just play.
The Glissopipe is for families, children, musicians, and anyone who wants to discover the joy of making sounds in a simple, intuitive way. It’s an instrument that turns music into a fascinating journey of discovery. Be part of this journey now!
