Burke Low Whistles--Feedback (Low F)
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Burke Low Whistles--Feedback (Low F)
Would appreciate feedback regarding Michael Burke Low Whistles, low F in particular. If the feedback is negative, please send it in a private message to me rather than posting on the forum. I've read the comments/ ratings on the main website and they have been very helpful; however, comments from those of you (in the field) who own or who have played a Burke Low F Whistle would be most welcome. As you can tell,I'm interested mainly in the low F whistle at this point in time. Have you noted differences between the composite and the auminum, if so, what might they be? In looking at Burke's web site, there appears to be sufficient whistles in stock, so I'm guessing there isn't a waiting list. Thanks, Don.
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I own Burkes in aluminum from high E down to low C. They are well designed and well made. The low F is a terrific whistle with a good tone and it is very responsive. I own a couple composite Burkes but not a low F. The composites can have the richest tone of the Burkes. My composite low D sounds slightly more complex, some would say woody, than the two (different vintages) Burke aluminum low Ds I have. They all play very much the same. The composite whistles are extremely light weight. You almost forget you have to hold on to them. The aluminum whistles are still light weight but more durable against dings and moisture. I like the mostly delrin mouthpieces on the composites but have no complaints on the aluminum/delrin heads. You can't go wrong with either material but if you play in places where a whistle can get punished a bit I would recommend the aluminum. Buy both.
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Burke Low Whistles (low F)--I'm sold.
Thanks to all of you who have responded, you have helped me decide. In fact, as soon as I finish this I'm going to place my order. By the way, I think this is a great forum, you folks are so very helpful to one another and patient to. Thanks again and Cheers, Don.
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What do you guys mean by the composite is more "woody"? Sorry for the noob question, but I just started playing in December so all this stuff is pretty new to me. I've been playing in worship settings - a lot of slower breathy stuff.
I'm just asking because I'm also thinking of getting a Burke low F or E but not sure which I'd like more - composite or aluminum. My wife got me a Chieftain low D for my first.
I'm just asking because I'm also thinking of getting a Burke low F or E but not sure which I'd like more - composite or aluminum. My wife got me a Chieftain low D for my first.
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What I meant by "woody" is that the tone is warmer and a little richer or more complex than the aluminum versions. The difference may not be as apparent to your audience as it is to you, the player. And the composite whistle tube is made of a recipe of wood fibre and resins. You can read more about the material here in a post by Michael Burke himself.What do you guys mean by the composite is more "woody"?
http://chiffboard.mati.ca/viewtopic.php?t=39963
Hope that helps.
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