OK, I saw those LOW D whistle in a shop today.
Tony one using PVC, which sounds deep.
And Howard one sound seems much sweet and rich.
but does anyone can give me a comment that which one should I buy ? or just leave some feedback if you own one of those whistle please.
I also realize the Howard low D whistle hole is too big, it’s hard to handle, does anyone got the same problem?
Thanks a lot
( well, both whistles price are 50% different!! )
Did you get to play them in the shop? If so, buy the one with the sound you liked the most! 
I do, as I noticed, PVC one sounds deep, another one sounds rich and sweet, I would like to hear peoples feedback , Thanks.
I’ve played them both. I second
the above posting–buy the one
that sounds better. The Dixon
is a very easy to play low D,
the Howard is going to be harder,
like most low Ds–which usually
take some getting used to.
The principal
problem people have with Howards,
if they have lasting problems,
is that the holes are too big
and their fingers too slender.
I have regular sized fingers
and find the Howard one of the
easier low Ds to play, the
Dixon easier still. So if you have
average hands, you should get
used to the Howard after awhile.
Of course piper’s
grip is pretty standard on
low Ds.
I really like the Kerry low D,
by the way, better than either
the Howard or the Dixon. It’s
cheaper, too. The Whistle Shop
has all three. Hope this helps.
Thanks, anymore comment please ?
Yeah, I wanna live in a place where shops have low D whistles in stock to play.
where are you from ?
Having low whistles appear in the music shop can](http://www.theconnexion.net/greymatter/archives/00000392.htm%22%3Ecan) cause madness…
Hi Wes,just read your link,-very true!-I know it makes sense BUT it won’t stop me buying more whistles!I.K.; The Howard is a very nice instrument-looks great!,but is a chore to play if,like me,you have very slender fingers.The sound is unique.I haven’t played a Dixon low D (I own a low F,which i enjoy),but this whistle receives frequent praise on this board,and i’m sure that this is warranted.At the end of the day,it is what suits you,and your playing style, best.I agree with the ‘received wisdom’ that its best to work your way down to a low D, via G,or F,for example-providing you have sufficient funds, but you can’t have TOO MANY whistles!
You’re right of course. No such thing as too many whistles. But there is such a thing as “not enough cash”!
I think I’ll practise on my Dixon before I seriously contemplate another low D.
As for other keys…