To Thread - Forum Home

The Mudcat Café TM
https://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=94720
5 messages

Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle

15 Sep 06 - 04:40 PM (#1835567)
Subject: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: oggie

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


15 Sep 06 - 04:51 PM (#1835578)
Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu

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


15 Sep 06 - 04:55 PM (#1835581)
Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu

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


15 Sep 06 - 04:57 PM (#1835584)
Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: gnu

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


15 Sep 06 - 09:22 PM (#1835713)
Subject: RE: Tech: Shaw Tin Whistle
From: Leadfingers

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 !