And if you're clumzy, like me, you'll need a back up plan for a case.Just got a Christmas email from Songbird and they advertised they have some new ocarinas on their site and are in the process of creating new designs. Having unglazed ocarinas causes problems if you need to wash it, you can't put water on unglazed ocarinas. The way they keep their costs down is by not glazing their ocarinas, and not making cases for the ocarinas. ICO is very cheap, but from what I've heard, they're very nice to play. I've never had one of their ocarinas, but I plan on buying a Triple Bass C from them one day. There is also ICO (Imperial City Ocarina), they are ocarina makers from China. They run more expensive than STL, but there's a bit less of an artificial feel and more of a hand-made quality to their ocarinas. I've used Songbird Ocarina, and I personally really like them. If you're up for the challenge, you can look up YouTube videos to see if it plays well enough for your standards. And it so happens that STL has a plastic triple ocarina for around 65 dollars that comes in many different colors. I haven't used STL ocarina, but they are a reputable brand where you can find affordable doubles. I like them when I need them, but I just don't enjoy them like singles. Also, keep in mind that I'm not an active multi-chamber player. I can make other suggestions, but I think this is a good start. I don't have a double from them (I have a triple), but generally they just feel slightly chonkier. The only good plastic triple I've found has gotten so expensive that an ICO might be a better option now.įor ICO, their prices are affordable but they instruments seem heavier to me.
STL's plastic triple isn't NEARLY as good as their double. Both the Songbird and Zelda ceramic doubles are ok, but kinda meh. The STL plastic double for $40 is a good deal and if you can find one, go for it if you don't want to spend a lot of money. For STL, I prefer the purple clay double over any of their other offerings (and over the Focalink doubles). You may be able to get one cheaper on the Focalink website too, but watch the shipping charges. With Songbird, I suggest sticking with the Focalink doubles. Also, I'm not sure if they are actively offered so you'll have to contact him. Hind's transverse doubles require softer breath than the Night by Noble and will cost a good bit more than others. I haven't tried any of his newer ones, but completely trust Spencer's sensibilities and integrity. Spencer is going to most likely require a wait, as his ocarinas are in high demand and he had a production setback (but has recovered) a few months ago.
If you're willing to order internationally, then the options open up a good bit. If you're in the US, then you've got Spencer, Hind, Songbird, STL, and Imperial City Ocarinas - if you don't want to order internationally. I mostly play my 11 hole Oberon AC, so take all this with a grain of salt if you need advice from someone that is heavily into multis. The truth is, I don't play multis much anymore.
It could be why I go for my TNG purple clay when I go for a multi. I do wish there was a matte finish version. Takashi would be my suggestion if you want a nice round pure tone.
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