I’m seriously considering making this my first low D whistle. I’ve never played a low D and so am not sure how good a fit my fingers will be for hte holes. I’ve seen a Dixon that has keys to help with the fingering. Anyone know if a low D can be retrofitted with these in case I find it too difficult to play as is? I also think I’m going to get the SYN C,D,Eb whistle set too. I wonder if I should be concerened about WhOA disorder yet. I only have a Walton D at the moment. Maybe I’m just deprived?
My first low D was (is) a Dixon, and I’m very happy with it. It’s easy to play. I was also worried about the reach…but it’s not that bad, and I don’t have big hands or long fingers. It’s also pretty much in tune with itself (takes a little breath control, but not beyond a beginner’s grasp, in my opinion). I love the tone, overall, and for the price, would highly recommend it as a first low D.
I find playing a Dixon low D to be easer than playing a much shorter Susato A. The holes are small and relatively easy to cover, and the finger spread is doable even for smallish hands.
On the down side, the bottom D is weak and sometimes hard to hit.