# Shire Whistle

> Virtual Irish whistle instrument with authentic legato and included samples. (iPhone/iPad app by Embertone.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shire-whistle/id1321742688 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Embertone](https://appshunter.io/developer/1186361515)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 103 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shire-whistle/id1321742688/reviews.md

## What is Shire Whistle?

Welcome to the Shire!

It's time for a musical jig, an excellent eve for some spirits and wine 
so have a seat, put down your sword, and join us for a pint

We'll banter on about days of old,
while we share a smoke and tall tales are told

You'll hear about Barty, the fool of the town,
Blakeley and Barny, who will turn any frown
There will be mention, of course, our friend from the north
who came riding in on a stunning white horse.

And if you perk your ears up, you'll hear something quite blissful: 
the sound of a beautifully-crafted SHIRE WHISTLE!

Embertone's Shire Whistle iOS edition uses the same sample set and concept from the original version for Mac/PC. It's an authentic virtual Irish Whistle with true legato slurs and slides. A beautiful set of short samples are included for you to get a preciiioooooouuuusssssss sound.

## Key features

- Authentic virtual Irish whistle
- True legato slurs and slides
- Short sample set included
- iOS edition
- Mac/PC sample set compatibility

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shire-whistle/id1321742688/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Funktioniert nicht...

*2025-02-10, version 1.0.3*

Es funktioniert nicht. Einige Sekunden nach dem Starten der App wird diese beendet.

### 1/5 — Seems abandoned

*2024-10-18*

Unstable on my iPad Air gen 5. Crashes and closes every time I open it.

### 3/5 — Flawed

*2023-03-08, version 1.0.3*

Another utterly beautiful-sounding app. 
Truly.
But as others have pointed out, there are flaws - as there are in all this developer’s apps.
They’re almost essential - but the fact the developer never responds to reported bugs, and appears to have abandoned them,  means I can only recommend you save your cash and stay clear.
It’s a damn shame.

### 2/5 — Rescinding my last review, it only plays thrills when output

*2021-08-22*

It sounds great until it’s output/rendered then it for some reason plays thrills not the actual sound…I’m really disappointed in this :( because it sounds fantastic….

### 1/5 — Unusable, due to low volume.

*2021-03-16, version 1.0.3*

Can’t really use in GB as the volume is far to quiet. The Jubal flute gets 4 stars - due to convincing sound. This would too, as the sounds are good. The mod wheel and pitch bend do not work on an I-pad (may work using a separate keyboard?) Common guys please fix these issues!

### 2/5 — Wäre prima, aber ...

*2020-11-26, version 1.0.3*

... leider ist der Ausgangspegel viel zu niedrig.
Jubal Flute dagegen funktioniert einwandfrei.

### 3/5 — Come back to this?

*2020-07-24*

Can y’all update the volume bug. This a go to flute for a lot of us but the volume bug messes up my workflow and other ppl workflow I’m sure.

### 4/5 — Too quiet

*2020-03-02, version 1.0.2*

Great sounding flute but needs to be louder, volume of Jubal flute is about twice as loud. Sounds like the volume is set to 10%

### 2/5 — Fix the volume

*2019-12-23*

This deserves better than two stars, except for the blatant and persistent volume bug. This plays at maybe 1/3 the volume of Jubal Flute, and an update did not correct the problem. What could be the reason? Sampled badly? Resample and update again. Not to correct is simply ignoring the complaints of customers, which is not great for business. Also, there appears to be no way to turn off the trill ornaments while using the onscreen keyboard. Embertone, you’re asked to do one instrument well. This sounds lovely when you can hear it. Please clean up this mess and I will gladly raise the rating and redo the review.

### 1/5 — Volume still WAY too low in latest update

*2019-12-12*

They said they were aware of the volume issue .. release this new update .. and the volume is still way way too low, it can’t compete in level with any of my other synths or drum machine apps. Come on guys ..

## Frequently asked questions about Shire Whistle

### What is Shire Whistle?

Shire Whistle is a virtual instrument app that recreates the authentic sound of an Irish whistle. It features true legato slurs and slides, offering a realistic playing experience for musicians.

### How much does Shire Whistle cost?

Shire Whistle is a paid app, available for $4.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features and sounds.

### Is Shire Whistle available on Android?

Currently, Shire Whistle is only available for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. There is no Android version mentioned in the provided data.

### Does Shire Whistle have ads?

No, Shire Whistle does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted user experience without any ads.

### What is the age rating for Shire Whistle?

Shire Whistle has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content restrictions.

### When was Shire Whistle last updated?

The latest version of Shire Whistle, 1.0.3, was last updated on March 12, 2020. This suggests it has not received significant updates in recent years.

### What kind of samples are included with Shire Whistle?

Shire Whistle includes a beautiful set of short samples designed to produce a precious sound. These samples are based on the same set used in the original Mac/PC version.

### What is the user sentiment for Shire Whistle based on ratings?

Shire Whistle has an average rating of 3.1 stars from 9 ratings. This indicates a mixed to slightly negative user reception, suggesting some users may have encountered issues or had unmet expectations.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.3 — 2020-03-12

This update includes improvements and fixes.

### 1.0.2 — 2019-12-12

This update includes improvements and fixes.

### 1.0.1 — 2018-04-16

1. Save midi destination
2. AU3 fix bug
3. Some internal bugs fixed

### 1.0 — 2018-02-20

No release notes.

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