Low D easy uppers
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shalomjj
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Low D easy uppers
What is the best slow D to play that has good high notes and is not overpowering but really sounds good?
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Mikethebook
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- Tell us something.: May 2022, I'm a second-time beginner to the whistle and low whistle after a three-year gap due to a chest injury brought to an end twelve years of playing. I've started on a high whistle and much is coming back quickly but it will be a while before I can manage a Low D again where my interest really lies. I chiefly love slow airs rather than dance tunes and am a fan of the likes of Davy Spillane, Eoin Duignan, Fred Morrison and Paddy Keenan.
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Re: Low D easy uppers
You've not had any replies . . . maybe because your question is rather vague. Do I take it you are wanting a Low D with an easy-to-access upper second octave? It would be helpful to know how much you want to spend.
The Dixon tapered bore Low D comes quickly to mind. It is cheap but easy to play and has one of the easiest second octaves you'll come across. I'm just returning to the whistle after a three-year break due to injury and have bought one. A Setanta would be another choice but they don't seem to be available right now; lovely balanced whistle with an easy-to-reach upper octave. Reviols are popular with some; very easy upper octave but I find the bottom note too sensitive for my liking. And if you talk to Colin Goldie he can undoubtedly make you a Low D to suit you though you will probably have to wait. That's a few to consider. Hope it helps.
The Dixon tapered bore Low D comes quickly to mind. It is cheap but easy to play and has one of the easiest second octaves you'll come across. I'm just returning to the whistle after a three-year break due to injury and have bought one. A Setanta would be another choice but they don't seem to be available right now; lovely balanced whistle with an easy-to-reach upper octave. Reviols are popular with some; very easy upper octave but I find the bottom note too sensitive for my liking. And if you talk to Colin Goldie he can undoubtedly make you a Low D to suit you though you will probably have to wait. That's a few to consider. Hope it helps.
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Re: Low D easy uppers
I'll add a Howard to the Dixon, if you want to spend more, mine is quite an easy player.
Keith.
Trying to do justice to my various musical instruments.
Trying to do justice to my various musical instruments.