HOWARD CLASSIC LOW D WHISTLE REVIEW - (with multiple prototype mouthpieces!)

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  • @Benamaurel100
    @Benamaurel100 2 роки тому +6

    After watching your review, I came to the UK from Spain on Tuesday and found myself in Sheffield this morning, I contacted Howard Music and went to their workshop, where I met David, who was happy to show some whistles. No pressure, very patient with me a 74 year old novice………and bingo, I’m off back to Spain at the weekend to learn how to play it!!!! Thank you!

  • @brittaroselacaze9527
    @brittaroselacaze9527 4 роки тому +9

    I recently got a Howard Low D and I absolutely love it!

    • @louisdutoya857
      @louisdutoya857 4 роки тому

      I'm interested too but I'm wondering if it need a lot of air to sound. I'm a tin whistle player and I never played on low whistle.

  • @AnthonyAbida
    @AnthonyAbida 2 місяці тому

    The last mouth piece was the most powerful one. Very nice ❤

  • @f1948s
    @f1948s 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the review CutiePie. I bought one and am amazed how nice this instrument is made and how well it plays. I am just a novice having tried the low with with three other low whistles that I sold because they were too hard to play. It took me maybe 15 minutes and I was playing an easy tune with this one. I was blown away and highly recommend it. I am so glad I did not give up seeking a good quality Low D whistle that I could play. Everything about this whistle is great.

  • @cazcam2000
    @cazcam2000 5 років тому +2

    I've just ordered a low "D" from the Howard website, after picking a low "C" up off Ebay for £50, the low C sounds great. Still no extra mouthpieces, only the standard M3 for £45. Keep up the great work CutiePie, you have a marvellous channel that is very professional!

  • @september7374
    @september7374 5 років тому +5

    What a delightfull review. I used to watch you alot, but swapped over to ocarinas.
    You are such a treat to the whistle-community, I may even have to pick that one up . It sounds amazing
    Thanks for all the knowledge, I would never have learned to play a instrument like I do today if it wasnt for you

  • @METALOZON
    @METALOZON 4 роки тому +13

    3:25 M3A
    4:53 M3B
    6:09 Chiff
    7:30 Reed
    Am I crazy or I really want the Chiff, because its... windy.

  • @Prego191
    @Prego191 4 роки тому +2

    This video helped me so much in deciding which low D whistle to get to upgrade from my Tony Dixon low D plastic whistle, when I decided that I was finally ready to make a more expensive purchase for a better whistle. I got this exact whistle directly from them in Sheffield as no US sellers had this finish; I got it Tuesday all of the way in Texas even though I just ordered it last Sunday and I am in love with it! It sounds just as wonderful in person as it does in your video! All of my purchases so far have been largely thanks to your reviews. I am so thankful for your reviews and tutorials of music, they have helped me so much in my tin whistle journey since I started last February! Not to mention all of your tips/tricks/problem solving videos lol. I look forward to learning more from you in the future!

    • @pookievanderbilt6889
      @pookievanderbilt6889 4 роки тому

      How much was it? I’d love to get one!

    • @Prego191
      @Prego191 4 роки тому

      @@pookievanderbilt6889 It was just under $185 US with the exchange rate at the time

    • @pookievanderbilt6889
      @pookievanderbilt6889 4 роки тому

      @@Prego191 thank you so much:)

  • @mazkraut9776
    @mazkraut9776 5 років тому +7

    Oh, that almost makes me fall in love with a Howard all over again! Mine must by now be 20 years old, and I've always loved the sound, but I've also found it hard to play. The gold rim round the holes look like they could have removed that problem, and I love both the idea and the execution of the multiple mouth pieces! Thanks for that great review, Stephanie!

    • @justadjimmi6613
      @justadjimmi6613 5 років тому +1

      I have a Howard Low D as well and totally agree with you. Mine is about 10 years old with just the one fipple.. Like you I like the sound of it but find it difficult to play and have never managed to use it successfully with other players. One day I'll invest in another low whistle but until that time I have several good high D whistles that I use when playing with others.

    • @charlotteolsson
      @charlotteolsson 5 років тому

      @@justadjimmi6613 Which one of your low whistles do you think is the "easiest" to play? :)

    • @justadjimmi6613
      @justadjimmi6613 5 років тому +1

      @@charlotteolsson I wish I could say that I have more then one low whistle but the Howard is the only one I have. I have a bunch of regular whistles in the key of D and C and the one I use the most is a Parks whistle. I often play in sessions so a high D is generally the easy way to go. I would like to get a Chieftain or a Susato low D. I've heard those are really good. I had a friend who swore by his Sweethart low D but the owner of that company retired and I don't think they sell them anymore.

    • @artiefischel2579
      @artiefischel2579 Рік тому +1

      That's good to hear. I have a 20 year old Howard low D and in the bottom half of the low register it drives like a truck, is the best way to describe it. Jigs and reels start to turn to mush if I'm not careful, which I've assumed was my fault so it's good to hear that that may not be entirely true.

    • @mazkraut9776
      @mazkraut9776 Рік тому

      @@artiefischel2579 "Like a truck" is a good description! :) I use my Howard low D only for very slow things, for which the sound is very appropriate, I find, but wouldn't even try playing fast on it. It is very different from, for example, a Kerrywhistles Optima.

  • @NathanielDowell
    @NathanielDowell 5 років тому +7

    Fascinating! I'd kind of written off the Howard based on a few comments from others. It definitely looks like a whistle worth consideration, and I agree that the multi-head design is a great addition.

  • @ralphkruger9996
    @ralphkruger9996 Рік тому

    Love your videos. Don't even play the whistle, but so instructive, such high quality.

  • @healingenso7923
    @healingenso7923 2 роки тому +2

    I bought this with just reed mouthpiece (there is a bit of a sale right now, if cost is an issue). I took it out of the case and played for 30 seconds and I can say - it's even better than it sounds through computer speakers.
    I have been playing a carbon fiber low D (and high D and etc), from Erik the Flutemaker. The carbon fiber whistles have a simple sound and are fine for early learning. But this Howards whistle is awesome ! My lack of precision is adding to the pleasure as I explore some additional sounds before actually getting what I intended :)
    I'd certainly recommend it.

  • @sindbad4816
    @sindbad4816 5 років тому +1

    Orderd one last night as a Christmas gift to myself. I won’t see it this side of new year, I think. Like your videos, easy to follow.

  • @marcfournier823
    @marcfournier823 9 місяців тому

    I just ordered both a low D and low C whistles Reed and M3 A heads. Thanks for helping me decide.

  • @davidpearson2507
    @davidpearson2507 5 років тому +5

    Made in Sheffield? My home city! Already my favourite and must have!

    • @sclerismockrey8506
      @sclerismockrey8506 3 роки тому

      Hey, didn't you guys get nuked in 1984? :) I love Sheffield, played at the Town Hall venue there a few times (guitarist/vocalist with Andy Williams for many years). I've been discovering/exploring low whistles lately and this makes me look at Howard even more closely! :)

  • @mcwuff3456
    @mcwuff3456 5 років тому +1

    Thank's so much Stephanie. I think the Howard is a very fine whistle. The sound is very smooth, the different mouthpieces are awesome.
    Thank's and have a good time. Greetings from germany

  • @niconn5545
    @niconn5545 4 роки тому +1

    Hello your reviews are always useful and I bought a whistle after dscovering it through players and after viewing your video. I understand English but in this review you speak quickly and I would appreciate you wrote the pros and cons in the video in order to help me (and perhaps others) to understand completely your precise judgement on whistle. I am not native English but I appreciate a lot what you are doing !

    • @vogelstorys3888
      @vogelstorys3888 3 роки тому

      Activate subtiles in the middle of the lower side of the video!

  • @JayNewberyy
    @JayNewberyy 5 років тому +1

    my impressions:
    A - Airy, but not overly, a touch of flute-like tones, shaw - like
    B - airiness is reduced, quite clear notes, soft
    Chiff - couldn't quite place it
    Reed - absolutely agree with other comments that this is recorder-like. reminds me of a tenor recorder I have. very sensitive to air pressure.

  • @arthurozenne8450
    @arthurozenne8450 5 років тому +2

    Always a pure pleasure to admire your awesome videos my dear 😍♥️😘🌹🥰 Sound pretty good ! 🤗

  • @smilingscottsman
    @smilingscottsman 2 роки тому +1

    Wish I could play one. I sold my bagpipes because I have such lung and sinus problems that I just can't play anymore. But if I could, I'd buy one.

  • @ytliekb
    @ytliekb 5 років тому

    Well planned and well played... the review uploaded video while enjoying (hopefully) some holiday time away travelling. Enjoy it all!

  • @ppcloud4
    @ppcloud4 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for sharing new products! Multiple mouthpiece seems to be good idea. Chiff piece sounds best to me.

  • @Amir__MB
    @Amir__MB 2 дні тому

    Hello Stephanie, What is the name of the tune you played in this video? It is beautiful. Thanks, Amir

  • @christophertsiliacos8958
    @christophertsiliacos8958 5 років тому +1

    👏👍 And last but not least, the Howard Classic Low D whistle also retails from Howard Whistle for $139.95 (US) with free shipping on Amazon. And for those on a tight budget, there's the Grover-Trophy slide whistle for $5.79 (US) with free shipping also on Amazon. 😖 ♫
    Thanks for the great review Stephanie! BTW: Have you ever considered doing a slide whistle review? It's a great whistle for the tune "The Bridge on the River Kwai." 😉 ♫

    Happy whistling and Happy Holidays! 😊 ♫

  • @brianwrynn3109
    @brianwrynn3109 4 роки тому +1

    That kind of included plastic case is great BUT if whistle is moist when stored and left a while a fine white mold can grow there.

  • @mikayla129
    @mikayla129 4 роки тому +3

    Hi there-love your channel! I was wondering if you could answer a quick question for me: Is there any difference in the hole spacing between the Howard Classic Low D and your Mk Pro? I have very short, bony fingers and am a little concerned about not being able to comfortably cover the holes even with piper's grip. I remember you mentioning your MK Pro hole spacing was slightly closer together than some of your other Low D whistles and was curious how it compared to the Howard Classic.

    • @KalebMarshallDulcimerPlayer
      @KalebMarshallDulcimerPlayer 3 роки тому +1

      Not an owner of one, but you might want to consider putting up the money for a Carbony with close spacing. Check out the Chiff and Fipple forums and you may find one for a discount.

    • @mikayla129
      @mikayla129 3 роки тому

      @@KalebMarshallDulcimerPlayer thank you so much for your response, I will look into this!

  • @michaellong4614
    @michaellong4614 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, thanks for the review. Very useful. What was the tune you were playing. Lovely.

  • @Jesper-Music
    @Jesper-Music 5 років тому +1

    Great video!! Thanks :) Hope you enjoyed your trip to Denmark!

  • @heliopijpe
    @heliopijpe 5 років тому +1

    The different mouthpieces don't seem to be available on their website? The Howard Low D comes with a classic M3 ABS resin mouthpiece, and you can get a replacement for that.

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому +1

      I think if you contacted them they may be able to supply them. It might be something they're trying or planning to offer in future and just haven't got available on the website right now. Unfortunately I didn't get given any info on them, just received them.

    • @ytliekb
      @ytliekb 5 років тому

      @@CutiepieTinWhistle Perhaps they wanted to see your review first and viewer's response before offering various whistle heads. Great idea.

  • @ericjam6346
    @ericjam6346 5 років тому +2

    Stephanie, do you know if those whistle heads will be for sale? Could it be that this something the maker just sent you try? The only whistle head I see on their website is the M3A. By the way, fantastic demo. The Howard whistle has notoriously gotten mixed reviews over the years and I was looking forward to your take. I also never have seen differing whistle heads offering their own tonal characteristics. What a great idea. Kudos to Howard whistles for thinking it up.

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      I'm not sure, but you could certainly contact them and ask 😊

    • @heliopijpe
      @heliopijpe 5 років тому

      On the website only the classic mouthpiece for now (it seems), I do love the reed mouthpiece

  • @beingfrank40
    @beingfrank40 4 роки тому

    Sounds really good, and the cost is very good.

  • @LittleJoeTheMoonlightCat
    @LittleJoeTheMoonlightCat 5 років тому

    Yes it does Squeak a Little I noticed as you Mentioned.

  • @matthewnorris25
    @matthewnorris25 5 років тому +1

    Hi Stephanie! Lovely review on this tin whistle. I have a question though. I currently own a Clarke D whistle, and a Shaw low G whistle. I fractured my wrist about 9 weeks ago, and while I am able to play the D whistle a little bit, I'm really struggling with grip on the low G. Do you have any advice or tips on different ways to play to avoid/assist the reach/stretch on holes on low whistles?
    My aim is to get one of these when my ability improves again :)

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      This might be helpful to regain and improve flexibility for ease of playing when you're fully recovered: ua-cam.com/video/mHc3GkB9LA8/v-deo.html

  • @KingRubex
    @KingRubex 3 роки тому

    Thank you Stephanie, this video inspired me to buy a Howard Low D and it is so beautiful to play!
    What is the name of the tune you play in the video?

  • @louisdutoya857
    @louisdutoya857 4 роки тому +1

    3:30 What's the name of this tune please ?

    • @JoseABanon
      @JoseABanon 4 роки тому +2

      Tune: Dunmore Lasses

  • @FiddlingwithmyWhistle
    @FiddlingwithmyWhistle 5 років тому

    Wow, looks and sounds great

  • @hito7556
    @hito7556 5 років тому +1

    Oh ! Really interesting costumization and so beautifull sounds ! Thank you Stephany for this review. I haven't low D yet. Maybe this whitstle is the one i waited :) (even if i don't like plastics :P ) . Merci!

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому +1

      It's only the mouthpiece that's resin, everything else is metal 😉

    • @charlotteolsson
      @charlotteolsson 5 років тому

      @@CutiepieTinWhistle Could this one work as a first low D whistle?

  • @michaelkondo5931
    @michaelkondo5931 5 років тому

    I love it, sound beautiful!❤

  • @johnnybx3254
    @johnnybx3254 5 років тому

    Thanks so very much for sharing 👍👏🌹

  • @mandohoney
    @mandohoney Рік тому

    I would have liked to have seen your hands playing and how you hold the whistle ....

  • @PapaSarto
    @PapaSarto 5 років тому

    Thank you for this, Ms Cutiepie! God bless!

  • @magorzatagogol-gorecka7331
    @magorzatagogol-gorecka7331 4 роки тому +1

    can you tell what exactly is the distance between the holes? (millimeters). My fingers are very short and I'm afraid this flute will be too big for me ;)

  • @dylanduke1075
    @dylanduke1075 5 років тому

    sounds great. whats the tune?

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      ua-cam.com/video/kUSzWN02-38/v-deo.html
      Dunnmore Lassies. Tutorial above 😊

  • @Cysubtor_8vb
    @Cysubtor_8vb 5 років тому

    Hmm, just as I'm looking for a low whistle. That black silk model looks great with the polished brass against the black powder coating. Looks like they also offer a Low C version, though, I'm guessing it's currently unavailable as there is no actual "buy" link showing for them.
    Their site also has a tin whistle finder, which is nice as you can search by key and it revealed that there are more makers offering bass whistles than I initially found. Naturally, the big bass whistles are somewhat expensive, so I'm debating either getting an affordable traditional Low D (like the Dixon one-piece) or possibly splitting the difference a bit from my current Clarke C Sweetone with a Low F whistle. Actually, with the latter, if I went with a Susato Low F I could eventually add a Low D body at a fraction of the cost and use the same head for both, so that'll probably be my plan while keeping an eye out for the Howard Black Silk Low C to become available as I just love that look yet know a lot of songs in the key of C and F.

    • @carloshernandezperez6963
      @carloshernandezperez6963 Рік тому

      What are the differences between the black silk and the black models? I cannot find any information online.

    • @Cysubtor_8vb
      @Cysubtor_8vb Рік тому +1

      @carloshernandezperez6963 Pretty sure it's just the visual addition of more polished brass around the finger holes simply for a more flashy look while using all the same materials.

    • @carloshernandezperez6963
      @carloshernandezperez6963 Рік тому

      @@Cysubtor_8vb Thank you for answering! I just placed the order. It will be my very first low whistle :D

  • @healingenso7923
    @healingenso7923 2 роки тому

    QUESTION : Have you found someone selling a thumb rest for a Howards Low D Whistle ? I'm using a rubber band right now. But pretty, it is not. A contoured thumb rest would be really useful for a more stable posture and so make sounds more predictable.

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  2 роки тому

      I haven't, but then I haven't looked. You could try looking at the various results for 'recorder thumb rests' on Google though. Plenty available. I imagine one for a larger recorder would work for a low whistle.

  • @AboutAviation
    @AboutAviation 5 років тому +1

    Can you please play 7 Years Old by Lukas Graham on the tin whistle. I have been dying to learn it

  • @chrishawkins4289
    @chrishawkins4289 5 років тому

    I am considering buying a Chieftain high D whistle. Would you by any chance happen to have a review on that one? I would really appreciate it

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому +1

      I haven't tried a high Chieftain whistle, only the low A. Sorry!

    • @chrishawkins4289
      @chrishawkins4289 5 років тому

      No problems. After some consideration I have decided to go with the Tony Dixon 005🕵️. Thanks a bunch.

  • @scourieprimaryschool3885
    @scourieprimaryschool3885 2 місяці тому

    I love your vidios

  • @shalomjj
    @shalomjj 2 роки тому

    Which mouthpiece has the easiest to hit high notes on?

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  2 роки тому

      The mouthpieces change the tone of the whistle more than the responsiveness. I can't say I noticed much of a difference response wise. But I guess maybe the balanced head with soft acoustics would be your best bet...

  • @notaname8140
    @notaname8140 2 роки тому

    I have a Howard low C, which I know is more difficult than a D, but I can barely cover the holes, and I have pretty big hands, I have a 9 inch hand span but i don't seem to have enough flesh on them to properly cover the holes lol

    • @notaname8140
      @notaname8140 2 роки тому

      Oh also, if you see this, I would love to see a tutorial for the Corries' song "Hush Hush" if possible, even if I have to play it on tin whistle lol

  • @KlausBeckEwerhardy
    @KlausBeckEwerhardy 5 років тому +17

    You are really bad for my Gear Aquisition Syndrome there.

  • @Cara-Art.Shark-Skinner
    @Cara-Art.Shark-Skinner 3 роки тому

    What song are you playing? :)

  • @paulhayes9655
    @paulhayes9655 Рік тому

    Did I miss what song is being played for this review?

  • @EddyW01
    @EddyW01 5 років тому

    Love the review and the fact I'm not to far from HOWARD whistles. Could you pleaase tell me the name of the tune, I'm having a Homer moment "Doh"

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому +5

      Dunnmore Lassies. I have a tutorial for it if you'd like to learn 😊

    • @ahmedsalem4057
      @ahmedsalem4057 4 роки тому

      I made half of it by ear on feadog tin whistle on D
      I'll be thankful if you share your tutorial so i can learn the ornament that takes me to the second half

  • @beingfrank40
    @beingfrank40 4 роки тому

    It n is very responsive and sounds real nice...my issue was the communication...not very pleasant to communicate with the person and the other " minor" issue was that on the Howard Music site they say one gets the whistle, a case and a roll of plumbers tape- they did not send me the tape- then DO NOT tell people that they will get that in the package! Not cool! Plus, the exchange rate was very confusing" and ended up paying a lot more than if I would've ordered from Amazon- I'd just have to make sure I confirm that the whistles they have have the newer improved mouthpieces.

  • @ShaneMcFerran_
    @ShaneMcFerran_ 5 років тому

    Could you please do a little tale (waltz) and transpose it to G major

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      Send me a link to a version you like on UA-cam, I'll check it out :)

  • @abhiramcb5265
    @abhiramcb5265 4 роки тому

    Hello, iam from India.... How can i get flute

  • @ShaneMcFerran_
    @ShaneMcFerran_ 5 років тому

    What do you think your next video will be

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      Fairytale of New York collaboration hopefully, if editing goes well 😊

    • @ShaneMcFerran_
      @ShaneMcFerran_ 5 років тому

      @@CutiepieTinWhistle do you have many people

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  5 років тому

      @@ShaneMcFerran_ loads 🤣🤣

    • @ShaneMcFerran_
      @ShaneMcFerran_ 5 років тому

      @@CutiepieTinWhistle can't wait to see myself and all the others playing together including yourself

  • @elenoide_99
    @elenoide_99 4 роки тому

    someone could tell me please what's the song's she is playing name?

  • @victornunez2854
    @victornunez2854 5 років тому

    Guapaaa..

  • @luckybarrel7829
    @luckybarrel7829 2 роки тому

    Gotta be honest, not a fan of the way this whistle looks. I like a clean metal look. And if the fipple/ labium should be metal. That's the sound generation mechanism. If it's not metal I can't accept the whistle as a whistle unless it's dirt cheap like a Clarke Sweettone or a Generation whistle. I don't mind if the head on the fipple is plastic like in the Kilkenny ones. Full metal are best but expensive. And look at me being all hoity toity without even owning a single whistle, lol, I'm just going thru all these vids to figure out what to buy.

    • @CutiepieTinWhistle
      @CutiepieTinWhistle  2 роки тому +1

      Howard make uncoated nickel and brass whistles too. The mouthpieces have multiple special features that chance the tonal quality of the whistle. I recently made a new review on the updated versions. Be sure to check it out 👍

    • @luckybarrel7829
      @luckybarrel7829 2 роки тому

      @@CutiepieTinWhistle Ok I will, thanks

  • @cookedonchronic720
    @cookedonchronic720 4 роки тому

    Whistle seems to be sold out 😤

  • @sethstenzel
    @sethstenzel 5 років тому

    :'( I'm not a beautiful person this video :D