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product_id: 263868454
title: "Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle Boxed, Key of D, Black"
brand: "clarke tinwhistle"
price: "€ 102.80"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/263868454-gewa-clarke-sbdc-pennywhistle-boxed-key-of-d-black
store_origin: SK
region: Slovakia
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# Key of D - perfect for Irish tunes Wooden fipple for warm, authentic tone Made in England since 1843 - heritage craftsmanship Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle Boxed, Key of D, Black

**Brand:** clarke tinwhistle
**Price:** € 102.80
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎵 Own the sound of tradition — play the legend today!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle Boxed, Key of D, Black by clarke tinwhistle
- **How much does it cost?** € 102.80 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/263868454-gewa-clarke-sbdc-pennywhistle-boxed-key-of-d-black)

## Best For

- clarke tinwhistle enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted clarke tinwhistle brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Collector’s Choice:** A classic brass and tin design with a golden finish that’s as stylish as it is functional.
- • **Lightweight & Portable:** At just 45g, take your music anywhere without missing a beat.
- • **Warm Wooden Mouthpiece:** Unique wooden fipple creates a rich, breathy tone that stands out in any session.
- • **Timeless Heritage Sound:** Crafted by Clarke Whistles, the original since 1843, delivering authentic Irish melodies.
- • **Perfect Pitch for Irish Music:** Key of D tuning ensures seamless playability in traditional Irish and folk genres.

## Overview

The Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle in Key of D is a premium tin whistle featuring a wooden mouthpiece for a warm, flute-like tone. Made in England by Clarke Whistles since 1843, it offers authentic Irish music playability with lightweight brass and tin construction, perfect for both beginners and seasoned musicians.

## Description

This is one of our most popular whistles! It's a Clarke Penny Whistle in the key of D (most traditional Irish music is written in the key of D or G. This whistle is easy to play in either of these keys.). This whistle is made of tin, and has a wooden fipple (mouthpiece), giving it a warm, flute-like tone.

Review: Hard to clean - There is a wooden piece inside which makes it difficult to sanitize or clean
Review: As advertised. Would buy again.

## Features

- Made by clarke whistles - made in england since 1843, the original and still hugely popular.
- Made in england since 1843
- The original penny whistle
- Traditional breathy/woody tone

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001B9JZ78 |
| Body Material | Brass |
| Color Name | Gold |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (974) |
| Date First Available | 1 January 2024 |
| Instrument Key | D |
| Item Weight | 45.4 g |
| Item model number | SBDC |
| Material Type | Tin, Wood |
| Product Dimensions | 31.75 x 2.54 x 2.03 cm; 45.36 g |
| Size | Key of D |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Clarke Tinwhistle
- **Colour:** Gold
- **Instrument key:** D
- **Material:** Tin, Wood
- **Style:** Traditional

## Images

![Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle Boxed, Key of D, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DbBtqNl5L.jpg)
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![Gewa Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle Boxed, Key of D, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71SpcPNpjxL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What makes yhis a limited edition?**
A: I don't think it is. I didn't see any of that when I bought mine in 2019.
It could have changed for 2020, though.

**Q: Is this a solid or seamed tube?**
A: The metal is rolled and there is a soldered seam in the back.

**Q: Are there holes for your thumbs?**
A: No, there is no hole in back for your thumb. Tinwhistles/pennywhistles have 6 holes in contrast to recorders which have 8 holes (including one in back for the thumb).

**Q: Is there a photo of the black. I only see the black and gold image**
A: This listing is for the Black/ with gold diamond Clarke Original whistle in D. They made an all black one for a short period of time, but it was discontinued several years ago.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard to clean
*by N***A on 13 August 2023*

There is a wooden piece inside which makes it difficult to sanitize or clean

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***N on 25 February 2023*

As advertised. Would buy again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***H on 5 September 2024*

This review will be in comparing this whistle to: Clarke Celtic, Feadog pro, Feadog, Generation, Sondern whistles. First, The Clarke whistles are tapered, the others I have are not. What I have discovered this means is that in order to get a good sound in lower registers, you have to blow a little harder though the Sondern whistles are very tolerant, the Clarke whistles will make a good tone quality with constant blowing pressure. I believe this has something to do with the tapered design. My straight tube whistles require more air for higher tones. The feel of the whistle is nice. Though it is metal, it is a bit textured so the whistle doesn't slide around so it is easy to keep your fingers in the same position. The whistle isn't nearly as loud as brass or nickel. Not sure if it is the paint, the taper, or because of the piece of wood in the head, but it has a softer woody type sound, so for tunes calling for a softer, rich tone, this is my go-to in the key of D. The wood piece mentioned...one of the things I do not like about this whistle is the feel of the piece of wood against my lip, at first it was rough...after playing it a bit, the wood wore down some (along with my lip at first) The wood does absorb some moisture which helps prevent condensation buildup in the fipple, but it does reach a saturation point where the wood swells a little and then it doesn't play right until you let the wood dry out. The headpiece does not feel good on the lips, but. that piece of wood that is uncomfortable also I think is responsible for several pros. The wood piece is cut at an angle and is directly in line beneath the fipple...having taken physics classes on sound. I know that what this does is it causes the acoustic length of the whistle to match the actual length. What this means...is that when you go from the first to the second octave, there is not a cavity of pressurized air in the hollow whistle head that causes a crazed sound during the transition. So...all that science talk just to say that you do not need to 'tweek' this whistle with a piece of tack to soften the sound, it has a soft sound with nice smooth octave shift out of the box. Recap, when just learning a song I use this whistle because the tapered design will let me hit notes while blowing softly, and it is not overly loud, also the second octave has a softer tone and is not screechy and I think this is because of the wood piece and the paint. Con...I don't like the feel of the headpiece and when the wood gets too moist, it has to be dried before it can be played...takes a good hour or so to reach this point, but you'll know it when it happens.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Clarke WHISTLE, black (SBDC)
- Tin Whistle for Beginners - Volume 1: Irish Songs, Gaelic Songs, Scottish Songs
- Irish Songs for Tin Whistle

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*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-03-20*