Andrew, tell us what you'd like, how much you have to spend, or your budget, and then let us fly with it. There are quite a few discussions already on site, and there are even links to measurements to make your own... You won't get a 'low' whistle for cheap, though I once made one from found items and my Swiss Army knife, so it can be done... However, you tell us what you'd like and we'll gladly start offering options...
Is this 'new' for you? Are you just starting out? Best of luck!
For a more robust basic whistle, not to everyone's liking, the Oak can be a fine whistle. Others in the inexpensive category include the ol' Generations, and there's the Clarkes. Here's some relevant links ~
It's generally accepted that whistles and flutes are 2 different, though similar, instruments. The links above refer to "whistles". Here is a link selling both whistles and flutes ..
Well if I was you, I wouldn't go for the Waltons. Look into either a Jerry Freeman tweaked whistle or a Tony Dixon whistle. Both should cost under $40. For the Freeman whistles, check out: http://www.irishflutestore.com
I recomend either the tweaked Generation or the tweaked Mellow D. Make sure the whistle you buy is in the key of D though. By the way- you were correct, tin whistle and Irish flute have almost the exact same fingering as alto sax. There's only a few little differences which shouldn't pose too big a problem.
Both whistles and flutes are extensively used for playing Irish reels and trad music. Of the two, the whistle is generally the less expensive instrument.
The Susato whistle ($19.90) you mentioned at the start of this post is a good choice - I have one - though some prefer metal whistles. I have a variety of plastic, brass and aluminium whistles and I enjoy playing them all.
Would this be a good first Low flute?
Would this be a good first Low flute?
http://www.thewhistleshop.com/catalog/whistles/inexpensive/susato/dublin/dublin.htm
I was thinking of the #190BVSB - Soprano D - $19.90 Black Very small bore
Would this be a good choice for my first low flute?
Also i heared it has the same fingering as the Alto saxaphone?
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by andrewvo1324
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
That isn't the 'low' whistle, as said, it's the Soprano D...the standard of whistle sizes and keys... The 'low' D is more expensive...
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by ceolachan
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Susato Dublin
http://www.thewhistleshop.com/catalog/whistles/inexpensive/susato/dublin/dublin.htm
#DPW115-LK1 - Tunable Low D w/ 1 key - $69.90
#DPW115-LK2 - Tunable Low D w/ 2 keys - $89.90
Susato Kildare
http://www.thewhistleshop.com/catalog/whistles/inexpensive/susato/kildare/kildare.html
#KPW215-LK1 - Low D - w/ One Key - $99.90
#KPW115-LK2 - Low D - w/ Two Keys - $119.90
& no, it bears no similarity to an Alto Saxophone... It is sometimes referred to as 'simple system' ~ usually just six open holes and no keys...
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by ceolachan
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Hmmm.Well scince those are pretty expensive how about a tin whistle!
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Waltons-Irish-Tin-Whistle?sku=469213
Would that be pretty good if you have heared of it?
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by andrewvo1324
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Andrew, tell us what you'd like, how much you have to spend, or your budget, and then let us fly with it. There are quite a few discussions already on site, and there are even links to measurements to make your own... You won't get a 'low' whistle for cheap, though I once made one from found items and my Swiss Army knife, so it can be done... However, you tell us what you'd like and we'll gladly start offering options...
Is this 'new' for you? Are you just starting out? Best of luck!
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by ceolachan
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
For a more robust basic whistle, not to everyone's liking, the Oak can be a fine whistle. Others in the inexpensive category include the ol' Generations, and there's the Clarkes. Here's some relevant links ~
Chiff & Fipple
http://www.chiffandfipple.com/
Inexpensive whistles
http://www.chiffandfipple.com/inexp.html
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by ceolachan
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Whistle != Flute
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by mcdevincabe
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
It's generally accepted that whistles and flutes are 2 different, though similar, instruments. The links above refer to "whistles". Here is a link selling both whistles and flutes ..
https://www.irishflutestore.com/newsite/
There are many more links - this is just one of many (check it out with Google)
From what little has been said I personally think a standard whistle in the key of "D" would suit your purpose.
Good luck
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by jamascc
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Well i would like a solo insturment to play irish reels and traditional music.
IM liike for the price range of 50 dollars or less mabey?
And yes im VERY new to this
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by andrewvo1324
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
So i thought about the tin whistle which i can find on musicians friend for about 10 $http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Waltons-Irish-Tin-Whistle?sku=469213
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by andrewvo1324
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Whistle != Flute
i like the " != " thing... it means different by the way
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by Ralex
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Well if I was you, I wouldn't go for the Waltons. Look into either a Jerry Freeman tweaked whistle or a Tony Dixon whistle. Both should cost under $40. For the Freeman whistles, check out:
http://www.irishflutestore.com
I recomend either the tweaked Generation or the tweaked Mellow D. Make sure the whistle you buy is in the key of D though. By the way- you were correct, tin whistle and Irish flute have almost the exact same fingering as alto sax. There's only a few little differences which shouldn't pose too big a problem.
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by rob_handel
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
Both whistles and flutes are extensively used for playing Irish reels and trad music. Of the two, the whistle is generally the less expensive instrument.
The Susato whistle ($19.90) you mentioned at the start of this post is a good choice - I have one - though some prefer metal whistles. I have a variety of plastic, brass and aluminium whistles and I enjoy playing them all.
You could also try your hand at making your own - it's not difficult if your refer to:
http://guido.gonzato.googlepages.com/whistle.html
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by jamascc
Re: Would this be a good first Low flute?
check out chiffandfipple.com
There forums there will tell you all you want to know about whistles
# Posted on March 24th 2008 by Boody