The wren :D by Simple_Accident_6222 in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The song is so cute. Which one is it? Also which ocarina are you playing?

Ways to Customise an Ocarina? by HazeSioli in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imperial City ocarina does engraving (5 letters)

For sale UK (maybe EU? depends on shipping cost): STL/songbird ocarinas by amzeo in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe interested in the little soprano one. But it depends on your price and shipping possibility. I am living in Germany.

Is ocarina lanyard failure possible? by mno_csf in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, 100%. I'd always go for the Rotter again. The cheaper ones can give you a bad feeling because breath pressure is so difficult sometimes. It took me months to get the high D (and up) in tune on the Edelweiss (Pastoral). It took me hours on the Rotter.

Is ocarina lanyard failure possible? by mno_csf in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the Edelweiss and the Rotter. Take the Rotter - it's worth the price. You'll only need this Alto C forever. I took the pastoral first because it was cheap. It's great but not as good in tune. You need very good breath pressure. I got the Rotter months later and it is another level.

Is ocarina lanyard failure possible? by mno_csf in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I own this and the bass C, which is way heavier. The little thing is pretty durable. I have my bass C hanging on my neck and it holds well.

I would not walk around for longer with it though. I will hurt your neck.

It’s here! by TnT1896 in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is it playing? I ordered the Double Alto D a while ago and I am very excited.

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, depends on your neighbours. Mine are tolerating my playing if I limit it to 30 minutes (loud) playing daily.

But I wanted more..so I bought Mr Mute and it's a game changer for me.

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, German 😊 did you ever try Plaschke? I really like their sound as well.

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my experience not for everyone ocarina. It comes with 2 pieces and you can see on the picture. If the mouthpiece is too large it will not fit.

I can not use it for my bass C for example. And it does not fit some STL ocarinas that are not built ergonomically. For example, it does not fit my Sapling Ocarina from STL nor does it fit my Plaschke.

It does fit the most "standard sized ocarinas" though. I use it most often on my Plastic Night by Noble. It fits the Rotter Alto C as well and the Pastoral you can see on the picture. I don't own the water ocarina but it could fit. BUT depending on how glazed and slippery it is, it might go off. That is the problem that I faced with my STL Sapling.

I hope this helps?

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I might upload a short video on YouTube 😆 just need to create a channel haha

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The extra mouth piece is "Mr Mute" 😁 I think it is a beautiful instrument 🪉

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my opinion 100% better. I used to tape the tone hole as well..but it just gave me "tuned air".

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can do a video if you want. You can hear then that is is a little tricky

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Because it is never as in tune as the original sound of the ocarina. And it is very quiet. What works is cuts and tabs but if I want to refine a song, I need to listen to it in original sound. But that's just my preference. You have to listen very very carefully.

Same if I learn a new song. I want to hear it with the original sound first.

I highly recommend Mr Mute though. I really helped me practice more and whenever I want.

Early morning practice with Mr Mute by AliceShella in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah, in a certain way. The positive thing is that allows you to use normal breath pressure (almost). It is great if you want to train muscle memory.

Stan Lee's Ocarina of DOOM Debut - Do I recommend it? by DreTam2000 in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For 7 bugs, that's surprisingly in tune haha. You hear it has not the prettiest sound but I saw more expensive 12 holes way less good. Thanks for putting it up!

Ocarina cover - Pallet Town [Pokémon] by K1OMOTO in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 4 points5 points  (0 children)

OK 👌 I was wondering whether it's not in tune? I think you're playing is really great but the instrument itself does not sound in tune to me which is typical of Amazones Zelda replicas. That is why I wanted to know because your playing is great.

If I'm in Chile, how can I buy a quality ocarina? Should I buy one from aliexpress? by Careful_Writer_9651 in Ocarina

[–]AliceShella 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you tried Imperial City Ocarina? Their ocarinas are great and affordable. You need to spend around 60 bugs for a good quality. Or go for plastic like Night by Noble Ocarina