{"product_id":"silkstone-alloy-d-whistle-kcyepjpg-make05f0","title":"Silkstone Alloy D+ Whistle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bright, efficient whistle with a clear tone and a bright edge that carries well in larger sessions. Volume is strong, and the response is consistent from the bottom D straight through to the second octave, with no weak notes along the way. The second register is easy to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe D+ designation refers to a seventh tone hole positioned at the bell end of the whistle. This hole opens up C natural as a full note or can be half-holed to produce C sharp, extending the instrument's range a note below the standard bottom D. The body is aluminum alloy with Delrin components on the head joint. Delrin is notably resistant to moisture buildup compared to all-metal windways, making this whistle virtually clog-free in extended playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Maker\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilkstone whistles were made in England by Paul Hayward, who paid tremendous attention to detail. He began making high-quality PVC whistles before expanding into aluminum alloy designs. His whistles are characterized by a clear tone that stops well short of sterile, with a lovely, subtle bite and an energetic response. Hayward was also known for his exceptional ear for intonation, and his alloy instruments in particular are regarded among the finest-tuned whistles ever produced in the tradition. Paul passed away after several years of illness, and his whistles are now rarely found on the market. This D+ model represents some of his most refined work in the alloy format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Irish Flute Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48080847110370,"sku":"KcyePjPg-MAKE05f0","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/2331\/files\/1Q7A9000.jpg?v=1784752753","url":"https:\/\/www.irishflutestore.com\/products\/silkstone-alloy-d-whistle-kcyepjpg-make05f0","provider":"Irish Flute Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}