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- Wed Mar 06, 2019 6:16 am
- Forum: The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum
- Topic: Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
- Replies: 3
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Re: Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
Well, it's arrived and is definitely quieter than my other TD whistle, especially in the 2nd octave :-) I think it's going to be good for practicing at home (I'm sure my dog will be pleased haha!) Bit worried tbh as this is my 2nd whistle purchase in a month LOL and I know it won't be the last. I've...
- Thu Feb 28, 2019 12:44 pm
- Forum: The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum
- Topic: Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2455
Re: Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
Personally, I find polymer/ABS to be a little less shrill/not as piercing a sound as brass & aluminium. I too, have the same whistle, but I bought mine as a Duo, with flute head, in 'C'. I have since bought a Glenluce & a Recorder Workshop polymer whistle, both in 'C', & they both do th...
- Wed Feb 27, 2019 4:57 pm
- Forum: The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum
- Topic: Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2455
Polymer Tony Dixon v alloy
Hi, I’m pretty new to the tin whistle (but not new to playing instruments). I’ve got a Tony Dixon DX006 (alloy) and I’m liking it but I’d like something a bit quieter for practicing at home. I want a tuneable one (I’ve started going to a local slow session) - will I notice much difference between my...