I want to get a set. They are a little bit pricey, I got to play a set of these at the Bitterroot Celtic Games and Gathering this year, I really enjoyed them. These are going to be my first set.
@@slayshidae8583 works with all models, but the standard bore with thumbholes does take a bit more pull. It also helps to soften the swab by washing it in a washing machine first.
My concern with cleaning whistles is the fipple. The paper method into the mouthpiece opening seems inadequate. Any chance you’d do a quick video of cleaning your fipple?
How’s the second octave intonation on the Carbony? One thing that irks me about my Penny Whistles (Lir & Generation) is the second octave “a” and “b” are noticeably flat. Is this the case with the Carbony? Thanks! 😎
How’s the second octave intonation on the Carbony? One thing that irks me about my Penny Whistles (Lir & Generation) is the second octave “a” and “b” are noticeably flat. Is this the case with the Carbony? Thanks! 😎
I have been playing this for a few weeks now and I have to warn you, the narrow hole spacing is not a guaranteed solution. I have short fingers, so it should be ideal for me. BUT, my middle fingers are significantly longer than my index fingers. This means that when I turn my hands, to cover the first two holes for each hand, the low hole is a real stretch for the third finger on each hand and I have sore fingers afterwards. But a semi-fix is to index on bottom finger instead of top, initially. Fortunately, I have been playing a regular Low D Whistle for about a year with pipers grip - and the pipers grip may be a better solution with the flute too, despite the narrow spaced holes. So, before you buy this, talk to people, ask around - but it is STILL a beautiful instrument, whichever version you buy.
We can also do custom hole placement. Very common to offset the ring fingers on both hands. And if you want to exchange your current flute we can do it for you!
@@robgandara - thanks. That's very receptive. But I think right now, I'll stick with what I have. I really just posted as an advisory, in case anyone just thought it was a guaranteed solution. It's a lovely instrument and I'm making some progress. When I first learned a silver flute for the orchestra, many years ago, I spent 2-3 weeks doing nothing but holding the mouthpiece and "perfecting" that first :)
Has the same density and fiber structure as African blackwood which gives a wonderful hardwood resonance. Carbon fiber has a low thermal expansion coefficient and absorbs no moisture. It also is extremely stable over time and needs no maintenance. Basically it is built in tune and stays that way no matter what weather it is played in.
@@robgandara - so same sound with no import paperwork that you would need to use imported exotic wood. And a lot easier materiel for players like me in the heat of Arizona.
Hello, I have a couple of questions: I've heard you've integrated this air dam tech in the new fipple design, is that correct? I'm myself in a situation where a quiet whistle would be optimal so I'm wondering if it's possible to buy a whistle with the old, apparently quieter design. I'm located in EU btw so I'd probably be ordering from Folkfriends (the only online retailer I could find in EU)
The quiet whistle does have a very slight airdam that just strengthens the lowest notes creating better balance. The overall volume is not increased and it is still a quiet instrument.
@@robgandara That would be cool, thank you. However I think I have to order from an EU-based retailer (Folkfriends) to avoid high customs/import fees. I guess I should ask the retailer directly if their stock uses the old design or if they can get the fipple from you so I don't have to import the whistle from outside of EU (I've heard that items can get stuck in the customs for months)
@@Tremendouz I use FedEx now and you will have it in a week if you order from me. There will be a customs charge. Check with folkfriends to see if the have one in stock.
Wow, these have come a long way! Ever thought about adding the footjoint with the two holes? Helps strengthen that low E, and boosts the clarity of the upper octave among other things.
We can do a foot with two holes no problem. Our standard model has no foot joint, so would be a custom order. But it would be consistent with the Pratten plans we are working from.
