Tuning of the Octaves

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Re: Tuning of the Octaves

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Hi, I have noticed when I make whistles that the second octave will be always slightly "flatter" than the lower octave ...I believe Guido Gonzato mentions this too. The difference is fairly insignificant, the layman wouldn't notice it and this can be compensated by blowing a little harder (notes can be made sharper or flatter depending how hard we blow). In fact, I believe, the whole set-up of a whistle is essentially a compromise, with each maker (and player for that matter) putting his own stamp on it which is, I think, a good thing as it makes the whistle quite a personal instrument for expressing a piece of music.... It may be possible to over analyse the the whole thing if we're not careful ...what do you think?
Hope that helps?
John (from www.redheadwhistles.com)
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Re: Tuning of the Octaves

Post by Mikethebook »

Good comments, John. Thank you.
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