That means I really enjoy good whistles and playing good whistles. Subsequently I was lucky enough to get one of these from a fellow Chiffer. I'm a beginner so listen to the sound sample for a taste of the voice, and imagine what a good player could do. Making the Reyburn a delight to play, a wonderful tone and perfect tuning and even voicing across the range, efficient, a solid Bottom D, and high notes which. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. Reyburn high D/C set for sale. com . 99. Peoples definition of hard vs soft blower varies. Don’t get me wrong, the whistle is a great little instrument and lots of fun, but the reason I started with it was […] A second try. My MK vs Reyburn for example. Includes a nice little sack to keep everything together. Ronaldo no longer makes the low D in brass, just aluminum alloy, which I'm sure makes for a top-notch whistle, but I think I'd prefer the warmer tone of a brass body, and I like the look of brass over aluminum. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. You can read about his whistles at reyburnwhistles. I had heard that Reyburn makes a nice whistle. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. I am in my 70s and began music. The linked resource should include contact information at minimum, and preferably a description of the instruments. Early 2000s whistles were added to my arsenal. Post by preacher » Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:04 pm. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. Humphrey and Reyburn are similar amount of build effort (Reyburn is a bit. I am an aficianado of irish whistles and flutes. Per Mr. 10K views 10 years ago. Looking to purchase maple head whistles by Ronaldo Reyburn in Oregon , in G, F, Eb, Low D or Low C. Thoughts on A Whistles. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. $189. Condition: Excellent. Also thinking about trying a Reyburn as he lives in driving distance from me. Reynaldo Reyburn Low D Tunable Whistle. Country*. Reyburn Low D w/Offset Holes is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock. First Impressions: tunable Overton high D. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. I'd appreciate any recommendations for whistles that tick the boxes. 22 posts Previous; 1; 2; Pipe Bender Posts: 266 Joined: Sun Feb 21, 2010 2:03 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 12. Steve, as always, was great to deal with and gave me an additional 30 days to make up my mind. The only 2 alto G's in my whistle basket right now are a PVC one made by Tommy Dion and a peach & walnut one by Mack Hoover. He's already got the Composite D session Burke and he's hinted that he wanted a new C whistle with a bright quality for performances. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Early 2000s whistles were added to my arsenal. 00 Add $5 for shipping. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. I have been away from this site for about 6 years or so but occasionally lurking so maybe a quick reintroducing is in order. I have been away from this site for about 6 years or so but occasionally lurking so maybe a quick reintroducing is in order. Re: Loudest high D whistle? Post by MichaelRS » Wed Dec 12, 2018 6:00 am. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Not easy!Ronaldo Reyburn is graciously making one of his latest low D whistles available for a tour to C & F members (lower 48 only at this time). I did contact Ronaldo, and was able to get a old stock low D with offset holes from him, andThe Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. 159 subscribers. The set includes one mouthpiece and two interchangeable bodies - one in D and one in C. Join to view profile Reyburn Whistles. I hope you enjoy this instrumental version of "10,000 Reasons" by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman, performed with myself on tin whistle and Chris Wiley on mandol. The Irish Flute Store is a true mom & pop shop based out of downtown Greeley Colorado selling and consigning fine Irish flutes and tin whistles. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. Search Log in Basket. But you have to blow significantly harder to get the top of the second octave on the reyburn. Low F Whistle (just temperament) Brass. Help identifying whistles and flutes. “the_moving_cloud_ver1”. The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum. 00 US for the D/C set. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. The composite whistles have a slightly woodier tone than the metal ones and aren't quite as loud. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Ronaldo had tried the MK low D and found it to have a strong lower octave with good focus and intonation coupled with an edge or bite to the tone. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. There's always less difference when playing back than when trying to judge tonal qualities just playing. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. My ancestral line is descended from the Gordon Clan of Scotland, and for over 15 years I have been making handmade whistles. I am in my 70s and began music. It also seems that some of these whistles are moving away from the Sindt setup and incorporating much thicker tubes, leading to a slightly different style of whistle. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 894 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. Posted on July 14, 2010 by Ronaldo - Uncategorized. Price at time of review: $140. Post by Reyburnwhistles » Wed Jun 22, 2016 4:12 pm. I'll still be practicing on the used Reyburn whistle because I like the patina and I especially like the tone, meanwhile the new Reyburn whistles are. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Public records for Ronaldo Reyburn, 80 years old. At a Glance Whistle Reviewed: Reyburn D/C Set Models Available: Lots of choices here. Ronaldo had tried the MK low D and found it to have a strong lower octave with good focus and intonation coupled with an edge or bite to the tone. As I said before - I'm surprised there isn't a lot more chatter on the board regarding Reyburn Whistles. low D whistle and small hands?. Post by Randalf the Red » Tue Jul 16, 2013 10:56 pm. . Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. Soprano D Tin whistles from left to right: Clarke Sweetone, Shaw, O’Brien, Reyburn, Generation, Copeland, Overton Photo by Daniel Fernandez CC BY-SA 3. As most Irish tunes can be played on either a 6-holed tin whistle or Irish flute, many players stick with playing a keyless flute. I have had all of those keys in the past, but sold them when I was having health issues, and now looking to see if I can find a few. You can read about his whistles at reyburnwhistles. To win, a bidder must have the highest bid and have met or exceeded the reserve price. Phone: 541-552-1951The Irish Flute Store is a true mom & pop shop based out of downtown Greeley Colorado selling and consigning fine Irish flutes and tin whistles. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. I got the D in matte black. $300 new from Reyburn. High D tin whistles, from left to right: Clarke Sweetone; Shaw (customised); O'Brien; Reyburn; Generation (customised); Copeland; Overton: Date: 23 July 2006: Source: Own work: Author: Daniel Fernandez: Permission (Reusing this file) GNU Free Documentation License and Creative Commons Attribution ShareAlike license versions. Some have clear powder coating and others are polished brass. Agree. My review is based on my limited knowledge. Lark in the Morning offers whistles from many makers, in many keys and price ranges. CP Reyburn Whistles. I'll say, the hype that I've heard. Thoughts on A Whistles. whistlecollector wrote: vonallentx wrote: I got a YouTube update email that contained a plug for the new Setanta low whistles released in September. - A bit of backpressure, so there's a little room for leaning in. The whistle set came with a cloth two-whistle sock that is stitched down thru the middle to prevent scratching. Reyburn low D questions. I am in my 70s and began music. Subsequently I was lucky enough to get one of these from a fellow Chiffer. The Irish Flute Store is a true mom & pop shop based out of downtown Greeley Colorado selling and consigning fine Irish flutes and tin whistles. . It says they are tuned to equal temperament which sounds like a bonus. Post by patrickh » Wed Dec 06, 2006 7:03 pm. Early 2000s whistles were added to my arsenal. Post by Soineanta » Mon Sep 30, 2002 12:16 am. Now I am a hobbyist, and whistle obsessive and player. Thoughts on A Whistles. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 896 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. How a Low D Irish whistle made by Ronaldo Reyburn compares to Low D's by Susato and MK (Glasgow, Scotland). The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Looked at reyburn website. It's going to have to work hard to beat my Reyburn Standard bore Low D with the Maple head though, to get my attention! If it accesses the top of the second octave a bit easier, but still perserves the expressive low end, I will be impressed. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 896 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. I’d been considering buying a low whistle as the next step in my musical education, but then I learned that a fine gentleman named Doug Tipple made flutes for about. The bore is conical and of course it has all those holes. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. Lark in the Morning offers whistles from many makers, in many keys and price ranges. Posted on July 8, 2009 by Ronaldo - Whistles. These whistles are so hard to come by that they are the first of Marc's I've played. 00 US for the D/C set. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. 00 [ 0 bids] Reserve not met. Includes a nice little sack to keep everything together. He plays a Seamus O'Kane bodhrán (rack & pinion model) and Burke, Reyburn & Copeland whistles. 2. The anodized finish in your choice of several striking colors makes the instruments stand out. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Susan. Thanks for checking them out. 6 posts • Page 1 of 1. 22 posts Previous; 1; 2; Pipe Bender Posts: 266 Joined: Sun Feb 21, 2010 2:03 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 12. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. I wanted a "high end" whistle so I could stop borrowing a friend's Burke for gigs. They. I've played and enjoyed a few Native American flutes but am wildly allergic to cedar and redwood so I never keep one when they come through the store (some day I'll get one made of something else ). mcmanus pau rosa high d. I am an aficianado of irish whistles and flutes. Our story Hi, I'm Miranda. In this case we received one in to try of Ronaldo's latest "Easy Blower" model. You can read about his whistles at reyburnwhistles. 3. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Post by Steve Bliven » Thu Dec 16, 2010 10:10 pm. Anyone playing a Reyburn whistle is invited to submit a clip of 4 minutes or less of themselves playing whatever you like. You will receive a confirmation email when your order is shipped. Top. 4 posts • Page 1 of 1. 95. It seems like the most recommended and the most played whistles should be the same. Question regarding low d Burkes and Chieftans. My latest Low D was recently reviewed by Richard Cook who has been playing Celtic music for over 30 years and has quite an impressive list of credentials including movie scores, TV scores, Imax film scores, theme park sound tracks, CD-Rom soundtracks and. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. That means I really enjoy good whistles and playing good whistles. I'm a beginner so listen to the sound sample for a taste of the voice, and imagine what a good player could do. I've played and enjoyed a few Native American flutes but am wildly allergic to cedar and redwood so I never keep one when they come through the store (some day I'll get one made of something else ). I really found the standard whistle quite wonderful. Location: Berlin, Germany. The set includes one mouthpiece and two interchangeable bodies - one in D and one in C. Post by Soineanta » Mon Sep 30, 2002 12:16 am. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. 00 includes SH to continental US. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. Don’t get me wrong, the whistle is a great little instrument and lots of fun, but the reason I started with it was […] A second try. An associated email address for Ronaldo Reyburn is benel50***@aol. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 894 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Post by preacher » Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:04 pm. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. 16 posts 1; 2; Next; Soineanta Posts: 346 Joined: Sun Sep 08, 2002 12:00 am Please enter the next number in sequence: 1 Location: Orlando 'burbs, FL. 21 posts 1; 2; Next; scottie Posts: 231 Joined: Fri Apr 08, 2005 3:55 am antispam: No Location: Pueblo, Colorado USA. It felt comfortable to hold and I quickly. I'm also interested in the Reyburn whistles (unique tone) and O'Briains. too good to gather dust. low D whistle and small hands?. Early 2000s whistles were added to my arsenal. Price at time of review: $140. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. B flat Whistle Comparison. They're all good, but there are distinctive differences that amount to taste. This whistle set is a couple of years old. $50 for the Optima$150 for the Custom (Sold)There has been a rise in the number of whistle offerings of late. Now I am a hobbyist, and whistle obsessive and player. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. I have mainly played high D whistles before now - although these have been of a good standard (Burke, Hoover, Alba, Copeland). I love the whistle as well. Welcome to Reyburn Whistles. New voicing for Session whistles. As I said before - I'm surprised there isn't a lot more chatter on the board regarding Reyburn Whistles. So I had to swap my hands around to play the whistle. I just wanted to mention a great experience I had recently with Reyburn whistles. Agree. I have been away from this site for about 6 years or so but occasionally lurking so maybe a quick reintroducing is in order. 12 posts • Page 1 of 1. Best to visit the website. Jun 27, 2020 - Welcome to Reyburn Whistles. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Most people will recognize names like John Sindt and (if you’re familiar with u/whistletutor ) Gary Humphrey. It had a nice heft to it. Great session whistles, loud, a bit chiffy and very easy to play. September 2008 (1) October 2007 (5)CP Reyburn Whistles new "Guest Artists" page. Oddly, the overall impression is somehow whistle-like. Here are the attributes I'd like to see in a high D whistle. Loudness of Reyburn vs Sweetheart high Ds. . I have had all of those keys in the past, but sold them when I was having health issues, and now looking to see if I can find a few. com . Great session whistles, loud, a bit chiffy and very easy to play. Similar pressures on my regular whistle of choice being 5 cents flat at the same pressure changes. Found 1 colleague at House of Canes and Walking Sticks. Ronaldo Reyburn makes a heavy Low D with offset holes on the third and sixth fingers. Home; Instruments. The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum. com . $199. Thoughts on A Whistles. Thoughts on A Whistles. Jerry Freeman, Chris Wall, Roy McManus… Condition Details. 00:00. All payments by Paypal please. Unfortunately, on the wide bore model (shown in third photo above next to the Honker for comparison) I felt the head looked overly large and awkward, similar to but. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Post by preacher » Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:04 pm. Ronaldo Reyburn is graciously making one of his latest low D whistles available for a tour to C & F members (lower 48 only at this time). Its been quite some time since I've made a commercial post so I'm wanting to fill you in on my latest designs. It had a nice heft to it. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. I am in my 70s and began music. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. . Post by JackL » Fri Mar 11, 2022 4:50 pm. loud whistles. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 896 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. Of the three, the Generation has the most. Post by Soineanta » Mon Sep 30, 2002 12:16 am. I received a high D whistle from Ronaldo Reyburn yesterday, and after spending some time playing it alone and in a session this afternoon, I am thrilled with this whistle. I had a Reyburn Low D which, on its own, sounded like a NAF in the fog yet at a session had a beefy fatness to the tone giving it. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. I recently got the opportunity to trade Ronaldo Reyburn one of my whistles for one of his latest models, the narrow bore soprano D, and we decided it would be cool to post reviews of each other's work. I'm not interested in the older models with the wooden head, just. Husband's big 5-0 birthday coming up and it's another Burke whistle I'm after getting for him. I recently got a Reyburn whistle in the key of Am and am absolutely crazy about the thing. Sold out. I have been away from this site for about 6 years or so but occasionally lurking so maybe a quick reintroducing is in order. I tend to notice the flat upper octave/sharp bottom octave characteristic of simpler whistles like the Generations so I like the fact the Reyburn is in tune. . Ronoldo Reyburn has been producing high quality handmade whistles since 1998. That means I really enjoy good whistles and playing good whistles. . Which is only useful when comparing whistles of similar air use. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. I am an aficianado of irish whistles and flutes. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. Thoughts on A Whistles. CP Reyburn Whistles. Have a web or internet presence to link to. His workshop is nestled in the forest outside of Ashland, Oregon and runs completely on power generated by photovoltaic panels. - A bit of backpressure, so there's a little room for leaning in. I have been away from this site for about 6 years or so but occasionally lurking so maybe a quick reintroducing is in order. Just like alba whistles the makers showcase recordings are extrememly poor. Powered by Shopify. Overall REV build quality is about average for the industry but in our opinion they deliver pretty good bang for the buck. Reyburn whistles have a lovely sound. I recently got a Reyburn whistle in the key of Am and am absolutely crazy about the thing. What’s the Difference between a Low Whistle and a Tin Whistle? The low whistle and tin whistle are technically the same instrument. I recently got a Reyburn whistle in the key of Am and am absolutely crazy about the thing. . I've had Overtons, Copelands, Greenwood, Thin Weasels et al. Great session whistles, loud, a bit chiffy and very easy to play. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. I just wanted to mention a great experience I had recently with Reyburn whistles. Reyburn Low D. Disclaimers first: 1. The previous owner didn't seem to know much about them except they were her dad's and he bought them 5 yrs ago. My whistle is. I'm in the process of adding a Low D whistle, which is why I want to register. Photos will be sent on request if you provide an email in your PM reply. I was originally inspired by the Riverdance performance and the playing of Davy Spillane. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. CP Reyburn Whistles. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 891 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. Thoughts on A Whistles. 26 posts 1; 2; Next; Scott McCallister Posts: 896 Joined: Fri Apr 11, 2003 1:40 pm antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10 Location: Denver, CO. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. and the tone is more reminiscent of a Sweet whistle than the wooden recorder with which I compared it. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Reyburn high D/C set for sale. The Narrow bore is a bit quieter and sweeter than the session model. The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Condition Details. I have just created a new "Guest Artists" page on my site where players of Reyburn whistles can post a clip. I have played a Ronaldo Reyburn, although being left handed this posed a problem - the holes are offset for someone who plays the 'right' way. CP Reyburn whistles new site. Post by Reyburnwhistles » Fri Feb 25, 2005 10:32 pm. I recently got a Reyburn whistle in the key of Am and am absolutely crazy about the thing. com . Is it me or are these Reyburn whistles just crazy good? I have a good size collection of high end whistles which are all just outstanding but every whistle I have seems to complain from time to time and not do exactly what I want except this new Reyburn narrow-bore. Two bodies with one headjoint. Reyburn Whistles; Tony Dixon Music; License; Archives. The heads on these whistles are all tunable using double o-rings in the head. However, there are some more expensive whistles that do have quite a lot of back pressure e. Price at time of review: $140. He's already got the Composite D session Burke and he's hinted that he wanted a new C whistle with a bright quality for performances. Ronaldo Reyburn is graciously making one of his latest low D whistles available for a tour to C & F members (lower 48 only at this time). This instrument plays in the keys of Eb major, F minor and Gb major. Available FromThe Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. I recently got a Reyburn whistle in the key of Am and am absolutely crazy about the thing. The original Meg whistle is still in production and remains a favorite of many players. Re-introduce end evaluating gear. Based on our experience with it we had no hesitation about upgrading to the Discovery. Please compare high Ds: WD Sweet, Reyburn, Mellow Dog. dfernandez77 Posts: 1901 Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 5:09 am antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 8 Tell us something. Re: Fixing octave tuning for a Killarney whistle. MK whistles are, IMO, the most visually attractive and stylish whistles in the world. $300 new from Reyburn. Was asking $220, now $200 for the set. low D whistle and small hands?. Post by preacher » Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:04 pm. Tweed was named 'Playboy Playmate' of the year in 1982. Some have clear powder coating and others are polished brass. : a sentence or 2. 99. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. I did contact Ronaldo, and was able to get a old stock low D with offset holes from him, and I'm looking for a Reyburn low D with a brass body and delrin head. Kerry Whistles is the umbrella brand of Busker, Chieftain, Kerry, Optima, and Thunderbird. Reyburn high D/C set for sale. The air use is actually quite similar. $180. I really love my Reviol for example, but Ive had MK whistles and they're not really my bag. SKU: 634117. . The Ultimate On-Line Whistle Community. Very well cared for. Reyburnwhistles Posts: 348 Joined: Wed Jun 27, 2001 12:00 am Please enter the next number in sequence: 1The Chiff and Fipple Whistle Forum. Great session whistles, loud, a bit chiffy and very easy to play. Great session whistles, loud, a bit chiffy and very easy to play. Do Reyburn whistles have that? 3) less likelihood of squeals when the odd mistake happens, less condensation build up potential Nuff said? 4) not particularly airy sounding I expect a certain degree of audible turbulence from a wind instrument. The set includes one mouthpiece and two interchangeable bodies - one in D and one in C. 2. The head is, of course, large compared to the exterior diameter of the tube, but no more so than on a Reyburn whistle. Post by squeezebox99 » Wed Aug 08, 2007 9:43 pm. Yet, due to other priorities, I lack sufficient time in practice to learn to play better than good enough to fascinate young children and my mother, and amuse discerning adults. Now I am a hobbyist, and whistle obsessive and player. “the_moving_cloud_ver1”. At a Glance Whistle Reviewed: Reyburn D/C Set Models Available: Lots of choices here. 32 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; squeezy Posts: 3 Joined: Sat Jul 30, 2011 6:03 am antispam: No Please enter the next number in sequence: 10. Description. They are also a bit more fragile than metal whistles. There's always less difference when playing back than when trying to judge tonal qualities just playing. Don’t get me wrong, the whistle is a great little instrument and lots of fun, but the reason I started with it was that it was both cheaper and simpler to learn than a flute. Clarke Whistles are the original penny whistles and have been around since 1843. Early 2000s whistles were added to my arsenal. I am in my 70s and began music. A wicked Irish fiddle tune played on my Reyburn session D whistle. I'm back to playing again after a 5 year hiatus. Reyburn Low D w/Offset Holes is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock. If you find one more ultimater, let us know. Menu. As I said before - I'm surprised there isn't a lot more chatter on the board regarding Reyburn Whistles.