// Kelly Whistle / Low Whistle / Optima Tunable D // This is the Optima low whistle in D from Kerrywhistle, a whistle brand created by Phil Hardy of England. Phil learned how to make low whistles from Bernard Overton, the original creator of the low whistle, and continues to research and improve the whistles of the past while following in the footsteps of the original whistles. Although Optima has a somewhat rugged appearance, it has a soft, traditional sound with a touch of rustic roughness. The body is made of aluminum, but the mouthpiece is made of resin, which is less susceptible to temperature changes, meaning that water is less likely to accumulate in the windway while playing. The finger holes are not very large and do not require a large amount of breath, so it is also recommended for those trying out low whistles for the first time. ■Instructions for Kerry Whistle whistlesThe inside of the tube will be wet after playing, but there is no need to wipe it off. If the mouthpiece becomes dirty, the sound it produces may deteriorate, so if this happens, you can wash it by soaking it in hot water and using a mild dishwashing detergent. In addition, the plastic cases that come with all Kerry Whistle products are quite tight in size, about the same thickness as the tube (or even smaller), so there are many tiny scratches on the tube itself. You can remove the scratches by polishing them with metal polish or using another cloth case, but leaving them as they are will not interfere with playing the instrument. ■Maintenance points for Kerry Whistle whistles Kerry Whistle instruments are made of metal, so over time they can become discolored, especially from fingerprints, but they can be restored to a beautiful condition by polishing them with metal polish.■Specifications・Key: Low D・Total length: 56.6 cm Weight: 191 g Material: Aluminum (body) / Plastic (mouthpiece) Accessories: Plastic case, tuning possible
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