I broke down and bought one of his brass whistles because of this review, thank you Stephanie! I think it is a beautiful sounding whistle and looks lovely too! I am so happy with it , for one it will be my favorite to play outside as it has lovely volume and deep tone. I feel blessed to have such an excellent handmade whistle. I will treasure it for life !
I recently acquired one of his low D carbon fiber whistles, I am amazed at how easy the fingerings are to reach, And what an incredibly beautiful looking and sounding instrument it is. I played it for one of my best friends on the phone yesterday, she has been a professional musician most of her life. She told me it had the prettiest tone of any wind instrument she had ever heard.
Hi Stephanie - thanks for the reviews. I ordered a Pro Beannu last week so hope to have it before the 6th July. They are the most beautiful whistles you can buy at the moment
Thanks for the review. I love the raw sound - makes it so much easier to get a sense of the difference. A suggestion, though. Playing the same tune for each of the whistles would make it even easier to differentiate between tone in materials; the run through of the scales helped with this because you did them back to back, but the tunes would be even better. Thanks for your commitment to helping those of us far from the makers have a better sense of the whistles without us actually 'being there'. And now, there's another whistle to be added to my 'want list' - the brass. Cheers.
I thought the same thing, My favorite song was the first one she played. It is hard to differentiate with different songs. Unfortunately now I want one of each. Sometimes I hate to watch Whistle reviews because it makes me want them.
It sounds like the carbon ones has a more refined sound, almost like it's slightly less "fuzzy." Of course, the aluminum, brass, and carbon ones all sound great when they're played by la maestra Stephanie!
The first tune you played on aluminum whistle - was that Mo Mhuirnin Ban? Love that tune and would very much like to see a lesson on it so I can learn how to play it. I’ve only seen it done in High G - and I only have a D whistle.
Thank you very much! can you tell pls what's the difference in sound between laiton and nickel? I have these 2 options on a generation whisle... btw, if the sound is thhe same, which one is better in parameter of durability? thank a lot in advance!!!
Thanks, useful review. These whistles are not so new, although I think the mouthpieces have been revised. The differences in tone are very noticeable. There is another high D in the range, made from the hardwood Cocobolo, but with the same mouthpiece. I have had one for 6 months or so and I really like it. It has yet again a different sound, perhaps a bit reedy if that makes sense.
Thanks for the review! This is the only one on deQuerely whistles I could find, I'm currently looking at their low D artist & pro series and unsure what to go for. I'm just starting out but I'm not afraid to go for the highest quality whistle to keep "for life". Then again there's no real need to buy an instrument of a quality that far exceeds my goals and capabilities, so I'm a bit torn. The Artist low D line comes in the same materials as the soprano whistles in this video, and I quite like the sound of the brass, that sound quality probably carries over to the low D? Oh, and any thoughts on the "recorder headpiece" whistle these guys are offering? (I'm in the EU and I'd rather give my cash to a good flute than import tax, so the lovely Howards and MK Pros and Goldies the Internet has to offer are out, sadly.)
Hi, I've only tried one low D, the aluminium artist series, so unfortunately I can't comment on the rest, but I have a review on it coming out soon. It's a nice whistle, mellow, easy enough to play, bit of a stretch, but less so that some whistles I own 😊 I'm not sure if the recorder mouthpiece would be worth it or not - I guess it just changes the quality of the sound somewhat, though might also change the air requirements...
Hi Stephanie, I'm thinking about getting a new whistle and I'm hesitating between killarney and deQuelery. What would you advise someone who has been playing with a Clark Celtic for a few months now? I already want one that gives me better sound quality. Thank you very much
Well, it's an interesting and difficult decision for me to make, considering I parted with my Killarney whistles fairly soon after I got them and was given the deQuelery whistles to review free of charge. Here's a few things to think about, based on my experience and other reviews: Killarney whistles are very well regarded amongst whistle players, especially those interested in playing Irish trad, so it's likely you'll enjoy them if you play that style of music. The sound for me was a little too loud and crisp (at the time), I wasn't overly confident in my playing and although clearly a quality instrument, they didn't personally suit my style of playing (quietly but expressively, slow tunes with vibrato, small amounts of air). The deQuelery high whistles produce a thicker tone, a little more muffled if you will, though can be equally loud. The air requirements are similar to a Clarke. Again, a quality instrument, and deQuelery's collection of instruments are used by professionals worldwide, BUT the mouthpieces on the whistles are VERY delicate and I've managed to damage the blade on one of them. It still plays, though will definitely need looking after! I'd say the carbon fiber is my favourite of the three materials sound-wise, though the robustness of the carbon fiber is a little pointless with such a delicate mouthpiece. Neither of these brands became my 'whistle of choice' but that's VERY MUCH a personal preference, and certainly won't be the same for you! If you want to play Irish music, or like the bright, crisp, traditional sound, go for Killarney. If you're confident you can keep your whistle protected, want to play non -trad music, with a more mellow tone, go for deQuelery!
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thank you very much Stephanie for your quick and clear answer. I was also thinking about the Nightingale whistle that I have heard wonderful things about. I don't know if you've had a chance to try them. I think one of the three brands will be the one you opt for to buy various tunings. Thank you very much
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thank you Stephanie, so in short, which brands do you consider the best to get me with various tunings? I want C, D, Bb and F tunings and I don't have to blow a lot. I usually play Irish songs although from time to time I play different ones. Thank you very much
I think just a quick statement somewhere in the video stating whether this is a paid “review” (or other compensation) or not might be nice for clarity. It’s often done and doesn’t necessarily invalidate a review.
I usually mention it somewhere, it's been a busy week though (and I've been ill 🤣😆) so I don't know if I got there this time. Lol. None of my reviews are paid though, I get most of the whistles for free these days, not have never been paid to review anything.
Carbon fibre is the strongest material a whistle can be made out of and is pretty much indestructible. It requires no maintenance either 😊 It produces a less traditional sound, but is certainly not brittle. The mouthpieces of these whistles are very delicate though, you do need to be careful and look after them, but they are not made from carbon fibre.
I broke down and bought one of his brass whistles because of this review, thank you Stephanie! I think it is a beautiful sounding whistle and looks lovely too! I am so happy with it , for one it will be my favorite to play outside as it has lovely volume and deep tone. I feel blessed to have such an excellent handmade whistle. I will treasure it for life !
I recently acquired one of his low D carbon fiber whistles, I am amazed at how easy the fingerings are to reach, And what an incredibly beautiful looking and sounding instrument it is. I played it for one of my best friends on the phone yesterday, she has been a professional musician most of her life. She told me it had the prettiest tone of any wind instrument she had ever heard.
I like that kind of whistle review. Thank you Stephanie :)
I'm in the market now for my tenth whistle. Thanks for this!!!
I love the song "Women of Ireland", so thanks for using it for the demonstration.
Hi Stephanie - thanks for the reviews. I ordered a Pro Beannu last week so hope to have it before the 6th July. They are the most beautiful whistles you can buy at the moment
Thanks for the review. I love the raw sound - makes it so much easier to get a sense of the difference. A suggestion, though. Playing the same tune for each of the whistles would make it even easier to differentiate between tone in materials; the run through of the scales helped with this because you did them back to back, but the tunes would be even better. Thanks for your commitment to helping those of us far from the makers have a better sense of the whistles without us actually 'being there'. And now, there's another whistle to be added to my 'want list' - the brass. Cheers.
I thought the same thing, My favorite song was the first one she played. It is hard to differentiate with different songs. Unfortunately now I want one of each. Sometimes I hate to watch Whistle reviews because it makes me want them.
It sounds like the carbon ones has a more refined sound, almost like it's slightly less "fuzzy." Of course, the aluminum, brass, and carbon ones all sound great when they're played by la maestra Stephanie!
I love the sound of these Amazing whistles and i have found the maker of My next High d whistle. I wonder of they come in f and c keys
Great sounding whistles. But not neighbour friendly. Great rewiev as always.
Thank you for sharing! 😊
Beautiful.
Are these whistles spit collectors like the Wild whistles?
The first tune you played on aluminum whistle - was that Mo Mhuirnin Ban? Love that tune and would very much like to see a lesson on it so I can learn how to play it. I’ve only seen it done in High G - and I only have a D whistle.
The tunes played in this review are listed in the description, with links to tutorials :) I think t was 'Women of Ireland' :) x
Hi Steph, Steph here. I'd love a video on all the different whistles etc you have
Oh my gosh - I have SOOOO many now it'd be a never ending video, I'll see what I can do! :) x
A tier list.
Thank you very much! can you tell pls what's the difference in sound between laiton and nickel? I have these 2 options on a generation whisle... btw, if the sound is thhe same, which one is better in parameter of durability? thank a lot in advance!!!
Carbon fiber good! Thanks! 😎✌️🌞🎻
Nice video 👍🏻 hope you have a good scary spooky day coming up 🖤🍷💀⚰️👻🦇🎃
Thanks, useful review. These whistles are not so new, although I think the mouthpieces have been revised. The differences in tone are very noticeable. There is another high D in the range, made from the hardwood Cocobolo, but with the same mouthpiece. I have had one for 6 months or so and I really like it. It has yet again a different sound, perhaps a bit reedy if that makes sense.
Thanks for the review! This is the only one on deQuerely whistles I could find, I'm currently looking at their low D artist & pro series and unsure what to go for. I'm just starting out but I'm not afraid to go for the highest quality whistle to keep "for life".
Then again there's no real need to buy an instrument of a quality that far exceeds my goals and capabilities, so I'm a bit torn. The Artist low D line comes in the same materials as the soprano whistles in this video, and I quite like the sound of the brass, that sound quality probably carries over to the low D? Oh, and any thoughts on the "recorder headpiece" whistle these guys are offering?
(I'm in the EU and I'd rather give my cash to a good flute than import tax, so the lovely Howards and MK Pros and Goldies the Internet has to offer are out, sadly.)
Hi, I've only tried one low D, the aluminium artist series, so unfortunately I can't comment on the rest, but I have a review on it coming out soon. It's a nice whistle, mellow, easy enough to play, bit of a stretch, but less so that some whistles I own 😊
I'm not sure if the recorder mouthpiece would be worth it or not - I guess it just changes the quality of the sound somewhat, though might also change the air requirements...
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thank you, looking forward to it!
Hi Stephanie, I'm thinking about getting a new whistle and I'm hesitating between killarney and deQuelery. What would you advise someone who has been playing with a Clark Celtic for a few months now? I already want one that gives me better sound quality. Thank you very much
Well, it's an interesting and difficult decision for me to make, considering I parted with my Killarney whistles fairly soon after I got them and was given the deQuelery whistles to review free of charge.
Here's a few things to think about, based on my experience and other reviews:
Killarney whistles are very well regarded amongst whistle players, especially those interested in playing Irish trad, so it's likely you'll enjoy them if you play that style of music. The sound for me was a little too loud and crisp (at the time), I wasn't overly confident in my playing and although clearly a quality instrument, they didn't personally suit my style of playing (quietly but expressively, slow tunes with vibrato, small amounts of air).
The deQuelery high whistles produce a thicker tone, a little more muffled if you will, though can be equally loud. The air requirements are similar to a Clarke. Again, a quality instrument, and deQuelery's collection of instruments are used by professionals worldwide, BUT the mouthpieces on the whistles are VERY delicate and I've managed to damage the blade on one of them. It still plays, though will definitely need looking after! I'd say the carbon fiber is my favourite of the three materials sound-wise, though the robustness of the carbon fiber is a little pointless with such a delicate mouthpiece.
Neither of these brands became my 'whistle of choice' but that's VERY MUCH a personal preference, and certainly won't be the same for you!
If you want to play Irish music, or like the bright, crisp, traditional sound, go for Killarney. If you're confident you can keep your whistle protected, want to play non -trad music, with a more mellow tone, go for deQuelery!
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thank you very much Stephanie for your quick and clear answer. I was also thinking about the Nightingale whistle that I have heard wonderful things about. I don't know if you've had a chance to try them. I think one of the three brands will be the one you opt for to buy various tunings. Thank you very much
@@JoseGomez-su7ux not tried a nightingale unfortunately, though there are a few reviews from others on RUclips 😊
@@CutiepieTinWhistle Thank you Stephanie, so in short, which brands do you consider the best to get me with various tunings? I want C, D, Bb and F tunings and I don't have to blow a lot. I usually play Irish songs although from time to time I play different ones. Thank you very much
@@JoseGomez-su7ux where are you based? That makes a difference! Some whistles are easier to get than others.
I’m partial to brass.
Awesome video you should do a tutorial on the song Roddy McCorley , Go Raibh Maith Agat agus Slán Go Fóill
🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
They have a great sound. The price is heavy though.
I think just a quick statement somewhere in the video stating whether this is a paid “review” (or other compensation) or not might be nice for clarity. It’s often done and doesn’t necessarily invalidate a review.
I usually mention it somewhere, it's been a busy week though (and I've been ill 🤣😆) so I don't know if I got there this time. Lol. None of my reviews are paid though, I get most of the whistles for free these days, not have never been paid to review anything.
Brass is best by a long shot
Oh its cutiepie 😏😁
The carbon fibre is very brittle
Carbon fibre is the strongest material a whistle can be made out of and is pretty much indestructible. It requires no maintenance either 😊 It produces a less traditional sound, but is certainly not brittle.
The mouthpieces of these whistles are very delicate though, you do need to be careful and look after them, but they are not made from carbon fibre.
You said, "Yeah, baaby!" and I thought of Austin Powers XD
Me too ;) haha!