Oh wow this is a blessing! I never got to practice to my fullest because of the loudness in the house, so kinda left tin whistling, but I'm thinking of restarting with these!
Thanks for reviewing these. I like the quieter sound of the Clarke whistles with the wooden fipple but I don't like playing them because I get out of breath. The Sush will have to be the next whistle for my collection!
I definitly need one of those. Stopped playing a year ago or so because i live in an apartment building. I really miss playing and this is probably going to get me back into it. Great video as always by the way.
I stopped whistling for quite a while, to keep from disturbing my wife & African Grey Parrot (Simba)! I came across your review of the Shush whistles & decided to give one a try. I bought one in brass & it arrived today! WOW!! Not only is it quieter, but, I absolutely love the warm tone! Love at first whistle !🙂 I love it so much that I ordered another one in Nickle, to get a little different tone! Thank you so much, Stephanie! ❤ - Mike -
@@cathytai I've had more time to play the Shush whistles since my first comment. Shush has it's pro's & con's, like most whistles. They are quieter in the first octave, but, they're noticeably louder in the second, at least to my ears. They have a mellow, "warm" tone, but, they can be a little squeaky in the second octave, mostly when adding ornamentation. Honestly, I think my Clarke Original is a little quieter, but, breathier. They do appear to be well made. Knowing what I know now, I would have ordered just one (the brass)🙂
I have just received one of these whistles in the nickle finish great tone of it and its very quiet compared to my other whistles just what i need to stop my neighbours going mad Thanks for your review 👍
OK, I bought one. I've been playing a Jerry Freeman tweaked for a long time and I'm looking forward to trying something different. I'll especially appreciate hitting high A that is easier on the ears and the lungs. Thank you for these videos. They are really great! 😊
A bit of cellophane tape to partially block the windway, will mute a whistle. This will alter the tone but allow one to get the fingering down and practice at any time of the night. 0000 grade steel wool for removing tarnish form whistles.
5:19 OK, that phone stand is hilarious. But in all seriousness, as someone with chest issues and who has to play ultra quietly to not disturb neighbours this may be the perfect double whammy. It's that or I save up for a Warbl or a Re.corder.
Oh this might be perfect! I've really fallen out of practice because of roommates and not wanting to burst their ear drums with my noob playing but I might give this a shot! If anyone's got one, *how* quiet is it? Do you think it could disturb someone across the house with thin walls? I'd really love to start whistling again, but until I get better breath control my current whistle is just too dang loud!
Thank you for the review Stephanie. You just confirmed that my definition of quiet is not what other musicians say it is ! I had a bad experience few months ago, I bought a Parks whistle which is supposed to be very quiet too. When I tried it, I thought there was a problem with it, I tried to blow quietly, I moved the tone ring in different positions. But it was always the same, still way too loud !! I practically didn't hear any difference without the ring, still the same loud sound. 😥 I want to say that the whistle itself is very well-made and has a beautiful sound. I was thinking of the Hush whistles, but after my first bad experience and now with your video, I'm done with the idea of finding a quiet instrument for me. The problem is probably my ears, they're too sensitive, titinus and hearing loss. Some music instruments are just too loud for me. Maybe one day I will try a low whistle, will it be better ? Let's hope.
I have a Parks whistle, and I honestly felt the same way. I haven't reviewed it yet, but m first impressions on the volume ring weren't great :( These are definitely better, and very quiet in the lower octave, but as with all whistles, definitely louder in the second octave. I'll do a follow up short video with a decibel comparison with some other whistles for you! :)
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Yeah, a side-by-side comparison would be great - with the industry standard Generation, a Shaw (which seems to have more taper than the Clarke) and your usual favourites, please. Maybe add the Kerry Busker just for giggles, although I suspect the gear between whistle and ear mitigates the full volume somewhat.
@@ArcadioJacobino I can only really compare with whistles I own, unfortunately there's not an unlimited cash flow for Whistle purchases or freebies but I'll see what I can do with what I have.
Hi, i had problems with D tin whistles notes higher than G (and soprano recorders, notes higher than D). I bought tenor recorder and alto (A) tin whistle (by Alexander Karavaev). They are far less painful on high notes, though I can't tell they are quieter. You definitely may benefit fom some 'alto' tin whistles before you go to trully low whistles, I suppose. Though there will be some fingering alteration, the change wont be as big as going to low. Personally on normal whistles/soprano recorder I suffered most from some kind of obertonal vibration percieved too close to my face while blowing high notes. My hands started to shake and that made my musical teacher make fun of me :)
Wonderful! These look like great options for people living in apartments. Of course your mic might be acting as an equalizer so it's hard to say how much less shrill they actually are. Anyway, I wanted to ask if you cold tell me the names of the songs you played when testing the whistles (or where you just improvising?). They're very nice.
The tune it Celtic Call, a new single I play whistle in, coming out on April 15th with Rafael Milhomem and a few other wonderful musicians! 🤩🤩🤩 So glad you like it!
@@CutiepieTinWhistle I've 2 questions: 1) is there some sheet music or recording repository where people can find these Celtic tunes so we can practice them at home and 2) who composed all these Celtic whistle songs (is there one name that tends to have composed the majority)? I'm an amateur who plays a fife but I really like these tunes even though I'm not Celtic myself.
@@flintwestwood3596 Google is a great source of information for sheet music 😁 thesession.org also has a wealth of Irish tunes. As for the music, each tune is by a different composer 😊 though if you like 'Celtic sounding music' it might be worth finding some artists that specialize in that style of music and listening to their other work. Flook, GLIN, Adrian von Ziegler are three popular artists/bands that pop to mind, but there are countless others!
I have no mentors so I was wondering exactly what register or what note each key is in regard to the piano note from highest to lowest. I take it D is the d above middle C. Is E flat above that? Then is C middle c? Is the B flat below middle C? And A below that?
I'm going to order one of these. Just a quick question, did anyone who owns them notice a difference jn sound between the brass and nickel? I think both are beautiful so I'm curious if the material affects the sound. Thanks all and happy whistling.
The tune it Celtic Call, a new single I play whistle in, coming out on April 15th with Rafael Milhomem and a few other wonderful musicians! 🤩🤩🤩 So glad you like it!
@@sorinv I have the Original as well and I wouldn't say it's necessarily quieter but it's more mellow-sounding. But yeah it requires more air than any of my low whistles so playing it is a chore. Also I struggle getting clean high notes.
You can buy a cleaning brush from Clarke which is designed to clean the inside of the whistle. You can gently use a small piece of cloth or paper to remove and debris from around the windway but it doesn't really need much more than that. You can apply a very small amount of oil (linseed or a similar cooking oil) to the wooden block when it's dry, to keep it in top condition (if you must). Just be sure to let it dry out fully before you store it and it should be fine 😁
is it possible at all to mute a standard tin whistle? I've been thinking of picking up my old high D that I got years and years ago and finally start learning as an option to go along with my mandolin :D but I really don't want to drive my wife crazy.
Just a caveat that Shush whistles has a strange way of doing business. As a result of this video I ordered directly from them to get one sent to me in the US at least three weeks ago and received one email saying the order was dispatched but then nothing. I replied to that email twice and and have not heard anything at all. If they want to stay in business I would think that a brief message explaining things would help a lot. I understand the complications with overseas shipments but at least some recourse would be welcomed. I worry if it drags on even longer and that they refuse to answer me. I don’t see any way to even telephone them. It sounds like a good whistle and too bad these folks have a terrible business sense. Reading some Facebook threads it sounds like it is a common thing. I just don’t understand. No matter if you are getting lots of orders I would think you could respond with a quick email.
I don't really have a sensible dog to consult with at the moment 😂🤣 just two puppies on completely opposite ends of the spectrum...one who barks at EVERY whistle whether it's in my mouth or not, and one who literally doesn't care about anything at all 😂😂😂
It is simple to learn Tin Whistle? I trying Quena Flute And Pifano, but i had no luck on these. Besides, this Tin Whistles has something magical e terapeutic feeling....
Tin Whistle is a great instrument to learn :) much easier than piano and Quena. I also have a beginner's course you can follow for free to get you started :) ua-cam.com/play/PLfUZy8uhccNge9K9DKDWi7Mzvq45QzMEs.html&si=67Qd2eIEpjHTrcHp
Oh wow this is a blessing! I never got to practice to my fullest because of the loudness in the house, so kinda left tin whistling, but I'm thinking of restarting with these!
Thanks for reviewing these. I like the quieter sound of the Clarke whistles with the wooden fipple but I don't like playing them because I get out of breath. The Sush will have to be the next whistle for my collection!
I bought one after watching this review, they really are quiet and the tone is awesome 👍🏻
I definitly need one of those. Stopped playing a year ago or so because i live in an apartment building. I really miss playing and this is probably going to get me back into it. Great video as always by the way.
I stopped whistling for quite a while, to keep from disturbing my wife & African Grey Parrot (Simba)! I came across your review of the Shush whistles & decided to give one a try. I bought one in brass & it arrived today! WOW!! Not only is it quieter, but, I absolutely love the warm tone! Love at first whistle !🙂 I love it so much that I ordered another one in Nickle, to get a little different tone! Thank you so much, Stephanie! ❤
- Mike -
Let us know if it sounds any different please.
@@cathytai I've had more time to play the Shush whistles since my first comment. Shush has it's pro's & con's, like most whistles. They are quieter in the first octave, but, they're noticeably louder in the second, at least to my ears. They have a mellow, "warm" tone, but, they can be a little squeaky in the second octave, mostly when adding ornamentation. Honestly, I think my Clarke Original is a little quieter, but, breathier. They do appear to be well made. Knowing what I know now, I would have ordered just one (the brass)🙂
very interesting, thanks for testing these out, and for your video, cheers
Looks great!
Thank you as always for the review and music in the video
Good video, nice evaluation.
Appreciate the review - thanks.🙂
Thank you so much for your tutorial. You're a life saver
Thank you so much for making me aware of these
Incredibly beautiful music and very interesting video.
Thank you CutiePie
👍👏🌹🌹🌹💕.
I have just received one of these whistles in the nickle finish great tone of it and its very quiet compared to my other whistles just what i need to stop my neighbours going mad Thanks for your review 👍
OK, I bought one. I've been playing a Jerry Freeman tweaked for a long time and I'm looking forward to trying something different. I'll especially appreciate hitting high A that is easier on the ears and the lungs. Thank you for these videos. They are really great! 😊
Wonderfull! 👍
Thank you. I like quiet whistles.
A bit of cellophane tape to partially block the windway, will mute a whistle. This will alter the tone but allow one to get the fingering down and practice at any time of the night.
0000 grade steel wool for removing tarnish form whistles.
Your hair is glorious in this one!
Fantastic, I like it. But mistakes during practice? Perfect shmerfect, we learn from our mistakes !
Excellent,they sound fantastic ❤️😃👍
5:19 OK, that phone stand is hilarious.
But in all seriousness, as someone with chest issues and who has to play ultra quietly to not disturb neighbours this may be the perfect double whammy.
It's that or I save up for a Warbl or a Re.corder.
Could we have a good explanation of what the various keys are in order from highest tone to lowest? From the high whistles through the low whistles.
Oh this might be perfect! I've really fallen out of practice because of roommates and not wanting to burst their ear drums with my noob playing but I might give this a shot! If anyone's got one, *how* quiet is it? Do you think it could disturb someone across the house with thin walls? I'd really love to start whistling again, but until I get better breath control my current whistle is just too dang loud!
I'm making a follow up video with some decibel comparisons with other whistles! 😊
Thank you for the review Stephanie.
You just confirmed that my definition of quiet is not what other musicians say it is ! I had a bad experience few months ago, I bought a Parks whistle which is supposed to be very quiet too. When I tried it, I thought there was a problem with it, I tried to blow quietly, I moved the tone ring in different positions. But it was always the same, still way too loud !! I practically didn't hear any difference without the ring, still the same loud sound. 😥 I want to say that the whistle itself is very well-made and has a beautiful sound.
I was thinking of the Hush whistles, but after my first bad experience and now with your video, I'm done with the idea of finding a quiet instrument for me. The problem is probably my ears, they're too sensitive, titinus and hearing loss. Some music instruments are just too loud for me.
Maybe one day I will try a low whistle, will it be better ? Let's hope.
I have a Parks whistle, and I honestly felt the same way. I haven't reviewed it yet, but m first impressions on the volume ring weren't great :( These are definitely better, and very quiet in the lower octave, but as with all whistles, definitely louder in the second octave. I'll do a follow up short video with a decibel comparison with some other whistles for you! :)
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Yeah, a side-by-side comparison would be great - with the industry standard Generation, a Shaw (which seems to have more taper than the Clarke) and your usual favourites, please. Maybe add the Kerry Busker just for giggles, although I suspect the gear between whistle and ear mitigates the full volume somewhat.
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thanks a lot :)
@@ArcadioJacobino I can only really compare with whistles I own, unfortunately there's not an unlimited cash flow for Whistle purchases or freebies but I'll see what I can do with what I have.
Hi, i had problems with D tin whistles notes higher than G (and soprano recorders, notes higher than D). I bought tenor recorder and alto (A) tin whistle (by Alexander Karavaev). They are far less painful on high notes, though I can't tell they are quieter. You definitely may benefit fom some 'alto' tin whistles before you go to trully low whistles, I suppose. Though there will be some fingering alteration, the change wont be as big as going to low.
Personally on normal whistles/soprano recorder I suffered most from some kind of obertonal vibration percieved too close to my face while blowing high notes. My hands started to shake and that made my musical teacher make fun of me :)
same here, but now there is no more excuses :)
Wonderful! These look like great options for people living in apartments. Of course your mic might be acting as an equalizer so it's hard to say how much less shrill they actually are.
Anyway, I wanted to ask if you cold tell me the names of the songs you played when testing the whistles (or where you just improvising?). They're very nice.
The tune it Celtic Call, a new single I play whistle in, coming out on April 15th with Rafael Milhomem and a few other wonderful musicians! 🤩🤩🤩 So glad you like it!
@@CutiepieTinWhistle I've 2 questions: 1) is there some sheet music or recording repository where people can find these Celtic tunes so we can practice them at home and 2) who composed all these Celtic whistle songs (is there one name that tends to have composed the majority)? I'm an amateur who plays a fife but I really like these tunes even though I'm not Celtic myself.
@@flintwestwood3596 Google is a great source of information for sheet music 😁
thesession.org also has a wealth of Irish tunes.
As for the music, each tune is by a different composer 😊 though if you like 'Celtic sounding music' it might be worth finding some artists that specialize in that style of music and listening to their other work.
Flook, GLIN, Adrian von Ziegler are three popular artists/bands that pop to mind, but there are countless others!
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thanks! And great playing, I like your videos, very good quality.
I have no mentors so I was wondering exactly what register or what note each key is in regard to the piano note from highest to lowest. I take it D is the d above middle C. Is E flat above that? Then is C middle c? Is the B flat below middle C? And A below that?
The sound is amazing. It's a bit expensive tho.
@@lisamccann1081 Too bad, Ireland is too far away :D
@@lisamccann1081 I have a whistle from Mack. It is nice for quiet playing.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤
I'm going to order one of these. Just a quick question, did anyone who owns them notice a difference jn sound between the brass and nickel? I think both are beautiful so I'm curious if the material affects the sound.
Thanks all and happy whistling.
Good question,hard to judge
Great Review! What's the name of the song you play as a sample?
The tune it Celtic Call, a new single I play whistle in, coming out on April 15th with Rafael Milhomem and a few other wonderful musicians! 🤩🤩🤩 So glad you like it!
So far the quietest D whistle I have is the Clarke Sweetone. Is this noticeably quieter than that one?
I'll post a follow up video with some comparisons soon ❤️
Clarke original is way quieter than Sweetone. A lot harder to use though, as it requires a ton or air.
@@sorinv I have the Original as well and I wouldn't say it's necessarily quieter but it's more mellow-sounding. But yeah it requires more air than any of my low whistles so playing it is a chore. Also I struggle getting clean high notes.
Curious if there is any tone difference between the brass and the nickel?
Not really 😊 the brass is perhaps a little sweeter and the nickel a little crisper, but it's not noticeable to be honest.
Any advice on cleaning the Clarke Original? I'm afraid to damage the wooden block
You can buy a cleaning brush from Clarke which is designed to clean the inside of the whistle. You can gently use a small piece of cloth or paper to remove and debris from around the windway but it doesn't really need much more than that. You can apply a very small amount of oil (linseed or a similar cooking oil) to the wooden block when it's dry, to keep it in top condition (if you must). Just be sure to let it dry out fully before you store it and it should be fine 😁
@@CutiepieTinWhistle thanks a lot!
is it possible at all to mute a standard tin whistle? I've been thinking of picking up my old high D that I got years and years ago and finally start learning as an option to go along with my mandolin :D but I really don't want to drive my wife crazy.
You can yes, there's some options here:
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And here:
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@@CutiepieTinWhistle thank you for the tips! I'll try that and go look up some of your tutorials :D
Is there a difference in sound between the nickel and brass ?
Only really what you can hear in the video 😊 brass is slightly softer, nickel is slightly more 'crisp' sounding.
I have to look really close to see the difference when you’re playing them but now I see it
The only problem with some of your reviews is it makes me want to get another whistle.
WAS, yes.
Same - after seeing the video I went out and ordered one 😄
Just a caveat that Shush whistles has a strange way of doing business. As a result of this video I ordered directly from them to get one sent to me in the US at least three weeks ago and received one email saying the order was dispatched but then nothing.
I replied to that email twice and and have not heard anything at all. If they want to stay in business I would think that a brief message explaining things would help a lot. I understand the complications with overseas shipments but at least some recourse would be welcomed. I worry if it drags on even longer and that they refuse to answer me. I don’t see any way to even telephone them. It sounds like a good whistle and too bad these folks have a terrible business sense.
Reading some Facebook threads it sounds like it is a common thing. I just don’t understand. No matter if you are getting lots of orders I would think you could respond with a quick email.
I quit whistling because it upset the dog. I wonder how these would do?
I don't really have a sensible dog to consult with at the moment 😂🤣 just two puppies on completely opposite ends of the spectrum...one who barks at EVERY whistle whether it's in my mouth or not, and one who literally doesn't care about anything at all 😂😂😂
It is simple to learn Tin Whistle? I trying Quena Flute And Pifano, but i had no luck on these. Besides, this Tin Whistles has something magical e terapeutic feeling....
Tin Whistle is a great instrument to learn :) much easier than piano and Quena. I also have a beginner's course you can follow for free to get you started :)
ua-cam.com/play/PLfUZy8uhccNge9K9DKDWi7Mzvq45QzMEs.html&si=67Qd2eIEpjHTrcHp
I think Chris Wall's whistles are quieter.
WHERE CAN YOU BUY THEM....LOOKED ON AMAZON ....CANT SEE TTHEM
You are a very beautiful pretty girl 💐💞.
Some guys sure come to this channel with their whistle out ready to play, lol.
@@Nabium That's funny!