I’m currently playing a Tony Dixon Low D. I’ve always wanted to upgrade to a nicer whistle, perhaps a Chieftain, Alba, Overton, Copeland, etc. from the PVC. Aires are my primary interest, and enjoy the meditative aspects. I’ve read the customer reviews on the Mk website and people are raving about these whistles, sound, quality, and appearance. I only want to upgrade once. Can anyone help with discussing the Mk whistles as compared to the others? Thank you!
The waiting list is very long. Like Abels a good indication that MK’s are at the top of the tree.
My reasons for playing the Low Whistle are essentially the same as yours.
I love Copeland and Overton Lows. Wonderful whistles.
Also love the MK.
Of the three mentioned, I feel the MK is the easiest to handle. It also has a voice that’s as beautiful and powerful as the others, (apples and oranges, of course…) and the MK is visually excellent.
FYI, I’ve recently acquired a Burke Brass Viper…which, in terms of “meditative” playing is also very good. Softer, and somewhat muted, in comparison to these other whistles. And on a par with these other “heavyweights.” Beautiful!
I have played several low Ds, among them those that you are considering. I like my Mk and Burke Aluminum Pro Viper, but jut recently picked up one of Mr Goldie’s anodized Overtons and will probably be shelving the others. I cannot find fault in the other whistles, as they both sound great, but the sound that I can pull out of my new blue Overton will probably cause me to sell or trade the other two. I just love the tonal character and complexity of the sound of “big blue”.
That, and dealing with Brigitte and Colin was absolutely fantastic! Good luck in your search…have fun with it!
Regards,
Blake