Can anyone give me their views on copeland Low F whistle (brass)compared to other makers. I am considering buying one.
Any other comments welcome.
[ This Message was edited by: manunited on 2002-11-18 12:56 ]
I’ve never played a copeland low
F, but I have a low D and a low
G and they’re wonderful. It’s
hard to see the F going wrong.
The lower Copelands have a
very beautiful sound, the conical
shape makes them relatively
easy to finger, they’re heavier
than alloy, but doable, and the
F will be lighter than the D.
It’s possible that it will take
some getting used to, being
pretty breath sensitive, but
time is definitely on one’s
side in playing these instruments. Best
I too have really wonderful Copeland Low G and D whistles; never tried an F, but chances are it would be great too.
Philo
Philo
What are your views on Copeland? What is the Low G like, is it brass and does it get noticed in looks and sound
Manunited, I don’t currently have any sound clips of my low D copeland online to share with you, but I do have a picture you can see:
It is brass. The picture only shows half of the whistle, don’t worry, there are more holes. 
Edited to add: while I don’t own a low F, I had thought about it, but ultimately decided that the money could be put to better use elsewhere, since there are very few tunes I play in the key of F.
[ This Message was edited by: avanutria on 2002-11-19 17:20 ]
Really appreciate the picture. Looks great.
Can’t wait. Any teething problems when you first got it?
Thanks again
Teething problems? I’m not sure I understand your meaning.
Ava, you ever see a ManUnited fan who still had all his teeth?
No, Bloo, but I’ve also never heard of Man United. (I figured manunited was a peacelover or something, lol) Enlighten me!
Hi Bloomfield
Im a true Irish man, more of a GAA supporter. Great game
Manunited -
I’m a bit confused, based on other threads do you mean that you currently own a copeland brass low D and want to get a brass low F and a silver low D? Or do you not own any copelands?
And what’s with that teething stuff? 
Avan, I can see why you correctly call yourself a rambler. You should visit Ireland and get some true Irish grit
[ This Message was edited by: avanutria on 2002-11-19 17:47 ]
On 2002-11-19 17:37, manunited wrote:
Hi BloomfieldIm a true Irish man, more of a GAA supporter. Great game
Well, you must be a more patient Irish man than most I’ve met to be running around calling yourself that. Glasgow is more like it for me, even though they often play like the heathen gaberlunzies they are.
But unfortunately, here in the land Earned Run Averages, hattricks, and shotgun formations, it’s hard to come by a good game. Bit of a shame about Ireland in the 'Cup, too (wasn’t sorry to see the English get licked well and early, the pretty boys).
Anyway, Ava probably doesn’t have an inkling what we’re talking about, do you know, Ava?
I was told that Keano used to be a Gaelic footballer in addition to being a boxer in his early days. Imagine him playing full forward for Cork? They’d have a permanent hold on the Sam Maguire.
I was just given his autobiography today. I can’t wait to read it.
Ava, I’ll tell you all about this when we meet up in Ireland. Irish sports and alcohols won’t have any secret for you by the time you’re back in the states 
On 2002-11-19 21:55, Bloomfield wrote:
On 2002-11-19 17:37, manunited wrote:
Hi BloomfieldIm a true Irish man, more of a GAA supporter. Great game
Well, you must be a more patient Irish man than most I’ve met to be running around calling yourself that. Glasgow is more like it for me, even though they often play like the heathen gaberlunzies they are.
But unfortunately, here in the land Earned Run Averages, hattricks, and shotgun formations, it’s hard to come by a good game. Bit of a shame about Ireland in the 'Cup, too (wasn’t sorry to see the English get licked well and early, the pretty boys).
Anyway, Ava probably doesn’t have an inkling what we’re talking about, do you know, Ava?
i’m just waiting for brigitte goldie to pipe up for borussia mönchengladbach…
On 2002-11-19 23:56, Azalin wrote:
Ava, I’ll tell you all about this when we meet up in Ireland. Irish sports and alcohols won’t have any secret for you by the time you’re back in the states >
And the combination of the two, right?
Copeland is the traditional old line high end standard. Generally strong volume and a sort of reverberative sound that I find unique. I think they make the best soprano and Low D whistles on the planet. I also think occassionally you need to work closely with them on the voicing to avoid a shrill second octave. My Low G is also extraordinary and the only thing keeping that from “best on the planet” accolades is my O’Riordan anodized aluminum Low G.
I’m awaiting delivery of a Copeland B flat. I’m not sure about the key of C; I had one problem there which was addressed successfully by the maker. I’ve noted that many makers including these great ones can have problems in one or more keys for whatever reasons. I don’t know that to be the case here, but it is an open question.
These whistles are in the most straightforward simple way beautiful because of the fit and finish and workmanship; they are substantial unmistakable musical instruments of quality that will come through strongly in any session over an extended playing period. They are also physically comfortable. Some in the lower keys may require a bit of attention to breath control esp in the upper register.
Finally, they cost more than some of the newer high end makers and therein it becomes a matter of personal preference; I love playing them and I love the sturdy classic look and feel of them.
Hope that answers your query or sheds some light.
Regards,
Philo
Philo
Thank you. Really looking forward to it. Did you ever try Low F Copeland?
Planning to head to New York early in new year or maybe St Pats day. Where would you recommend for great trad music