The Questions People Ask a Whistlemaker
Misha Somerville answers questions often asked about an unusual and incredible profession.
This technique can be used to tension the brass slide on mk Pro whistles.
This technique can be used to tension the brass slide on mk Midgie whistles.
If a fipple becomes dislodged for any reason, you can easily replace it using these instructions.
This technique can be used to replace a brass sleeve which may have become loose.
It is rare to have blocking or clogging issues with an mk whistle but it does happen, particularly during the play-in time. There are a few things that can be done to alleviate the issue.
Usually a result of either leaving the instrument sitting a while, without pulling the head and body apart, or not using quite enough tuning slide grease. It is always possible to fix one way or another however... read more
Misha Somerville answers questions often asked about an unusual and incredible profession.
Old oily machines and state-of-the-art technology join forces in the mk workshops.
Long term MK-er Liam Hickson asks the questions he wants to ask after 5 years of anticipation, waiting for the mk Midgie High D Whistle.