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There is a local store that specializes in folk music that had a couple of Dixon low D whistles. I went there yesterday to have a look. They don't allow you to try before buying and they don't accept returns. I was able to assess the hole spacing and it didn't feel too bad. Turned out they only had ...

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Good advice.

The price doesn’t really have anything to do with whether or not it requires piper’s grip (perhaps I misread that sentence?). In any case, piper’s grip makes things easier, not harder. It’s normal for such a thing to feel unfamiliar and weird at first, but simply playing up and down the scale that ...

I would like to try out a low whistle. I am thinking about a low D or perhaps an Alto F. I don't know if the piper's grip is something I will be comfortable with so I am looking for a lower priced entry level instrument. I play only for my own enjoyment so I wouldn't need a loud or tuneable instrume...

I picked a plastic Korean Dansa the other day.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B06 ... UTF8&psc=1

I don't really know anything about it but I've been having a lot of fun playing around with it.

Anyone play one of these?

And in this discussion, let's not omit the shakuhachi, since it another type of rim blown flute. Speaking of the shakuhachi, I decided to try one of those as well. As a total neophyte I didn't feel ready for one of the beauties by Geoffrey Ellis, so I opted for a shakuhachi yuu. Seeing that they ar...

Thanks to all for your replies.

I purchased a PVC 4-hole Mohave style flute from Mark Purtill who made Jim's "Anazita" flute in the video.

I would like to try a rim blown flute. I've never played one of any type. Anasazi, Quena, Kaval, Ney, etc. ???? I'm open at this point. What I need is a relatively inexpensive, well made instrument. I don't want to invest too much without knowing that its something I really want to pursue. Any sugge...

Well not much input here. Decided to go with the Tupian.

I wish to purchase a basic chalumeau in the key of C. The two contenders are the Sans and the Tupian. The price is about the same for each so neither has an advantage there. Does any one have experience with either of these makers? Please help me decide!

Thanks,

Roger

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Thanks for sharing your experiences. I'm very interested in double whistles.
I've been looking to buy a Susato dolce-duo. It's great to hear from someone who plays one, or rather all of them in your case!
If you are so inclined, it would be great to see some photos of your instruments.

Still looking.....

Hi
I am curious to check out a Susato Dolce-Duo. I thought I would check here first in case someone has tried one and didn't take to it or perhaps the novelty has worn off. Please contact me if you have one to sell.

Thanks,

Roger

Still looking.....

Thanks!