Just received my Potter whistle in the mail today. Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread. My initial impressions are that it is easy to handle, plays in tune and has a clear, articulate tone. The volume is moderate and well balance. Like others have mentioned the mouthpiece is square and not very ergonomic. Overall I am quite impressed and I think it is a great value for the money. Highly recommended!
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Nate
New Maker: Timothy J. Potter Whistles
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Re: New Maker: Timothy J. Potter Whistles
Whistling in the Rockies!!
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Having played the Potter for a bit longer I can say that the square mouthpiece is something I don't notice anymore. The whistle is still sitting in the mug on the table with the go-to whistles. The slightly dull sound I mentioned is partly caused by moisture building up inside the head, it never clogs the whistle but it does dull the sound after a while. The whistle handles lovely and as responsive as anyone could wish for. The volume and the balance are top notch. While it may not be my ideal whistle (but then, what is?), several aspects are close enough.
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I went to the Potter website tonight to try to purchase a whistle as a gift for someone who was interested in them, and the website was down. I found the email address I used to correspond with Timothy in my email, and I when I sent a message I received an automated response saying it could not be delivered. I've also noticed he has not listed on eBay for awhile now. Any word on what's going on with that, or any other means of contacting him?
I was not only interested in buying the D, but also in checking in to see how his plans to move into other keys were coming along. Would really be a shame if these were no longer available.
I was not only interested in buying the D, but also in checking in to see how his plans to move into other keys were coming along. Would really be a shame if these were no longer available.
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There was a thread about this a while back, I see here : whistlemaker update
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Re: New Maker: Timothy J. Potter Whistles
That's quite a relief, thanks!Mr.Gumby wrote:There was a thread about this a while back, I see here : whistlemaker update