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Would like some more whistle advice...
I know it gets tiring to see so many posts looking to get advice whistles, but I haven't played too many whistles, and there aren't many shops/whistlers near me where I could try other whistles.
Anyways, I would like some advice on a low D if it isn't too much trouble for people. I have played 3 low Ds and what I am looking for is pretty specific. Just posting to see if it exists. I have played: Kerry low D with plastic head, OS Chieftain, and Songbird low D. My favorite was the Songbird.
I would like to find a somewhat loud, flute-like low D that doesn't have a metal mouthpiece. My preference is to not have metal in my mouth all day. I am interested in some low Ds like: Burke, Reyburn, Howard, others.
Any advice? Sorry for another "advice thread." Thanks!
-Casey
Anyways, I would like some advice on a low D if it isn't too much trouble for people. I have played 3 low Ds and what I am looking for is pretty specific. Just posting to see if it exists. I have played: Kerry low D with plastic head, OS Chieftain, and Songbird low D. My favorite was the Songbird.
I would like to find a somewhat loud, flute-like low D that doesn't have a metal mouthpiece. My preference is to not have metal in my mouth all day. I am interested in some low Ds like: Burke, Reyburn, Howard, others.
Any advice? Sorry for another "advice thread." Thanks!
-Casey
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Most of the feedback from Susato Low D's is negative. From personal experience, I would agree with that feedback.
For your first Low D, I would recommend a Chieftain. It's not considerably pricey for a low whistle and has a good solid tone. You may never feel the need to "upgrade" from it.
Of course, if you are willing to spend, the Viper and the Copeland are both great options.
For your first Low D, I would recommend a Chieftain. It's not considerably pricey for a low whistle and has a good solid tone. You may never feel the need to "upgrade" from it.
Of course, if you are willing to spend, the Viper and the Copeland are both great options.
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Low D
I have had the Susato, the Calmont and the Kerry Low D easy blow with plastic head.
I could never feel confident or comfortable with the Susato. It demands precise breath control. A little too much blow, you get a screech before the high register. It sounds fine, well in tune and all, just very hard for a beginner for sure.
The Kerry easy blow on the other hand is just what is says. I have short fingers and have to stretch to play it, but the breath control is no problem at all. The higher register needs more airI was on the Kerry Songbird test. I liked that as well. They were very close in playability. I'm not sure the sound of the full metal one (Songbird) was absolutely better, but both were close. The fingerering was only slightly different. In the hands of a Pro, he or she would probably prefer the Songbird. Your pocket may like the Songbird just fine. But you have tried that and maybe did not like it for some reason.
I also had a Low D Calmont. Similar problem to the Susato, breath control was a major issue and hard to adjust the sliding mouthpiece. Just not fun if you know what I mean.
Hope this helps, just remember I am a newer player. Perhaps the answer might also be to find a Susato to try. I think you would agree with the others that they are not quite easy to play. My old Susato is now living in Hawaii otherwise I'd be glad to let you try it.
I could never feel confident or comfortable with the Susato. It demands precise breath control. A little too much blow, you get a screech before the high register. It sounds fine, well in tune and all, just very hard for a beginner for sure.
The Kerry easy blow on the other hand is just what is says. I have short fingers and have to stretch to play it, but the breath control is no problem at all. The higher register needs more airI was on the Kerry Songbird test. I liked that as well. They were very close in playability. I'm not sure the sound of the full metal one (Songbird) was absolutely better, but both were close. The fingerering was only slightly different. In the hands of a Pro, he or she would probably prefer the Songbird. Your pocket may like the Songbird just fine. But you have tried that and maybe did not like it for some reason.
I also had a Low D Calmont. Similar problem to the Susato, breath control was a major issue and hard to adjust the sliding mouthpiece. Just not fun if you know what I mean.
Hope this helps, just remember I am a newer player. Perhaps the answer might also be to find a Susato to try. I think you would agree with the others that they are not quite easy to play. My old Susato is now living in Hawaii otherwise I'd be glad to let you try it.
Clann O' dubh Ghaill / Doyle