Could someone post a picture of a their Al-Pro D whistle? I’m interested in seeing one.
My al-pro can be found at
http://www.tinwhistler.com/misc/burke/
Two pics of the head and two of the body, at slightly differing angles..as you can see from the pics, it’s quite shiny 
Greg
Hi Micah,
I am answering a lot of mail on the forum today, it seems, but glad to do so.
A tiny bit of play is normal at the joint, but you should not be able to notice it when playing the whistle. Because the O ring provides a perfect air tight seal, it cannot affect playability.
If you wish, you may return it and I can tighten that joint a bit.
All the best
Mike
I’d first take the pieces apart and see if that O-ring didn’t slip when it was assembled. I need to be very gentle with getting the headjoint back on or the O-ring pushes out. Just a suggestion because I really hate the thought of sending my primary whistle away for something that may be quite simple to fix.
Mike,
Thanks for the reply (and thanks for making such a great whistle!). The O-ring is doing its job–giving an air-tight seal, so I guess there are no worries. Also, the play isn’t noticeable when I’m playing. (That last sentence sounds illogical, but you get my meaning…)
Micah
On 2002-09-07 18:49, Wandering_Whistler wrote:
My al-pro can be found at
http://www.tinwhistler.com/misc/burke/Two pics of the head and two of the body, at slightly differing angles..as you can see from the pics, it’s quite shiny >
Greg
Thanks, Greg! Problem is, now I want one…
Nate:
I wasn’t particularly interested in the Burke until I’d played Lee’s. That set up some mild whistle lust. After playing NancyF’s Al-Pro, however, I decided to take the plunge. I’m really glad I did. It’s a great whistle. I don’t want to rave too much until the newness has worn off, though
Greg
Nate: The newness has ‘worn off’ the majority of my Burkes, and I continue to be enthralled with them. They are an excellent example of fine design backed up by careful execution.
Best.
Byll
Blimey! Thanks a bunch people, I can definitely make a decision fom all these replies - thanks again (and to Mike for responding).
Nick
Hey, I know this is a little late, but I just received my new Burke Bb Brass Pro. I’m blown away by how sweet this whistle is. Strong bell note but plays very easily up into the 3rd octave. Moderate air requirements. Very pure and focused tone that has that darkness to it that makes me love brass so much. Volume is very consistent throughout the octaves. Very little chiff. This whistle is going to be a contender for the top spot on my short list! Much more substantial than the aluminum whistles, yet balanced very nicely. I feel a little more secure with a little heavier whistle. Anyway, a top notch whistle with a slick whistle pouch.
I’m a little late on this, but wanted to throw in my 2 cents. I have three Burkes-- an older style (non-delrin lined) brass Session D (that was my first high end whistle), an AlPro D, and a composite C. They are all outstanding. The Composite C is really pure and strong, with no chiff- very flute like. You might want to try composite if you like pure tones. However, all Burkes are relatively pure sounding (as compared to, say Sindts, which are chiffier) so you really can’t go wrong no matter what you order from Mike.
Tres