In the years that I've been playing I've never run across a Tipple flute until session last night. A fellow who played the pipes had a Tipple D flute - 3 piece with lip plate, wedge and offset holes. I have to say that I was absolutely blown away by both the quality of craftsmanship and the sound and playability of the flute. I've made my own PVC flutes but after seeing what Doug produces it seems like senseless folly to try and do it yourself. I assure you that Doug is not lining my pockets to say any of this. For me it was just a pleasant experience that needed to be shared.
Cheers,
Kirk
Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
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Re: Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
I'd think quite a few of use have had that same reaction to Doug's flutes upon first encounter.
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Re: Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
Thanks for the remarks about my flute, Kirk. Your check is in the mail.
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Re: Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
Thanks Doug. I'll stand by the mailbox and wait.Doug_Tipple wrote:Thanks for the remarks about my flute, Kirk. Your check is in the mail.
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Re: Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
Doug's flutes really are remarkably good...shockingly good for the price. Like Hammy's practice flute, huge bang for the buck. I've run across a couple over the years, and I'm always amazed at the design improvements that keep coming along. Look at this for $110:
Eric
(PS - Doug, send the above flute in lieu of a check.... )
Eric
(PS - Doug, send the above flute in lieu of a check.... )
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Re: Played a Tipple flute for the first time last night
Doug, make mine the same in low Bb.Jayhawk wrote:
(PS - Doug, send the above flute in lieu of a check.... )