Colin Goldie Overton low F (“alto”), anodized deep purple. Hardish blower with a big sound - lower octave you can stand on. Unusual and beautiful deep purple colour. As new except for a tiny nick on the underside of the head (not the mouthpiece). $185 incl. postage to anyone in the US or Cdn $245 incl. postage to anyone in Canada.
Reyburn narrow bore low G (“alto”), wooden head on brass tube. Newer design with two O-rings to provide seal. Strong woody sound. $115 incl. shipping to anyone in the US or Cdn $145 to anyone in Canada.
Please email me off-list if you’re interested. May not be able to reply until Tuesday but will treat any offers in strict order of arrival.
I’ve played Steve’s Overton low F side to side with another Overton low F and an Alba F, and the purple Overton low F has a special and amazing sound, even for an Overton. Remarkable, rare and stunning sound.
(I know it sounds drastic, Jens, but don’t worry, I have another one! Az, how much are we talking about?)
The Reyburn is still up for grabs. A nice whistle for playing airs. Could be ideal for those whose cup of tea is not an Overton, and who favour a purer, woodier sound.
One of the finest and most skilled whistle players I have ever come across thought it was great. He preferred its clearer sound to that of the Overton. (I should point out that all he ever plays is a beat-up old Susato D. Az knows who I mean.)
