Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle

Subject: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: oggie
Date: 15 Sep 06 - 04:40 PM

Hi

I've recently purchased a Shaw whistle in E to add to my collection. Problem is I keep running out of breath. I play assorted other whistles including a Howard low D and I find I'm only managing half the time between breaths.

Is this common on Shaws or is it a fault on the whistle? any ideas on how to change it?

Many thanks

Oggie

Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu
Date: 15 Sep 06 - 04:51 PM

This is a job for.... Leadfingers!! PM him, in case he happens to miss this thread.

Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu
Date: 15 Sep 06 - 04:55 PM

Oh. You may also want to search "tin whistle" in the forum... there are a wee few threads on the subject.

Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu
Date: 15 Sep 06 - 04:57 PM

ah... 652 threads... yeah, PM Leadfingers.

Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: Leadfingers
Date: 15 Sep 06 - 09:22 PM

Hi Oggie - Shaws do tend to take a bit more blow than some - its to do with the tapered bore ! Thats why I prefer straight bore !!
Adjustment of the gap EITHER end of the mouthpiece is fairly easy on a Shaw as the metal is easily moved ! AND moved back if you over do it ! Trial and error , or ask mr Shaw himself !