Review: The Ocarina of Time (Songbird Ocarinas)

[xXNyanPigXx]

What the name of the song???

[Anthony12345Emm]

@xXNyanPigXx Zelda theme

[campbso1]

I've been waiting for the cake



[sajo22345]

soprano is high notes

[sajo22345]

They do have a new version on the website

Its not pointy it's curved

[Ahkuji]

They have a new version on the website

[msladysaurus]

i have a question!! i know i want a 6 hole ocarina but im not sure what sound i should get, what is best for beginners? alto? tenor? soprano? i dont know the difference!

[NaruSakuDattebayo]

how do you do the notes below DO? my fingers are very small, i can't !! xD

[TyTanProductions]

this doesnt look like the one on songbird now. it looks more like the one on stl...

[joshconway130]

i am speachless 

[gtnathangardner]

hell please comment back do you recommend stl or songbird ocarinas

[OkamiandZelda]

i got my first ocarina because of docjazz... thumps up if you did too

[SuperGuy3636]

this is an alto or tenor?

[spikeyseth]

2:03 stoner face...

[iLaffTV]

Better ocarina playing: /watch?v=HD2_hVxWhiY

[ZanetheRevelation]

Question: Do you tongue the mouthpiece for each note or do you cut the air?

[ChubbyPelican]

id like to know, which is better a twelve hole OoT, or a 7-hole OoT?

[GuiltyDark]

@ChubbyPelican I'm Not Docjazz, but I think I might be able to field this one. The 7 hole actually plays in The english pendant style, which is described as harder to learn, but easier to master. The twelve hole, which is at odds, is easier to learn, but harder to master. So it depends. They're virtually the same in terms of range, and they're both beautiful to look at and listen to. So 'better' is a little arbitrary, it depends what you like.

[MurderCl0ak]

I would so buy this but it definetly would only be for show but I would buy the dragon tooth one for actual use

[tchapps1]

@microchill thanks

[tchapps1]

If you drop one of these are you screwed or are they tough enough to handle a slip from the hand?

[microchill]

@tchapps1 If you're meaning like a drop while standing onto hardwood floors? no it most likely will shatter/break but if on like a couch or pillow it shouldn't but don't quote me on it.

[redwaller88]

@tchapps1 Nope, you are definatly screwed. The first day I got mine I dropped it and it broke. Lucky for me it was a really clean break and I glued it back together. It sounded good as new but it scared the crap out of me until I could play it again. P.S. It was in a carrying case whick was slightly padded so I'm not sure what would've happened if it wasn't in the case.

[Flomlu]

I own a pretty shity ocarina but im working my way up

[Minimanx55]

Did something happen to that ocarina? on the website it is a MUCH more lighter blue like baby blue and has this weird design beside the triforce. In my opinion, I think I realllllyyyyyyyyyyyyyy prefer the STL Ocarina Of Time, because their new one is actually improved -.- and its shiny, dark blue, and the triforce is nicer, but I'm not sure about the sound it sounds fine, oh and its cheaper and looks a lot better. Im definitely going to buy one really soon.

[kendallwarlow]

thats going to be a bitch to get to canada

[TheLoopylew23]

that's good news to me that it's quiet! :D the first ocarina i bought was high pitched and really loud and because of that, i can't play it much, it gets on everyones nerves! >.< although, the conservatory i have prevents sound from entering the house when it's door is shut

[coldsp1d3r85]

This video has seriously convinced me to wanna learn how to play an ocarina. I already know how to play a couple differrent instruments and know I know for sure this will be my next instrument. With that said this was a very good video.

[PhoenixArceus15]

Which song did you play? It sounds familiar...>___<

[Firestar3772]

@cangri012 I know that now

[TheHamsterTrainer]

for some reason it sounds so easy to play it since your sooo good but when i watch other people's videos they mess up and it discourages me D:

[ihateadobe]

what do you thing of the rupee ocarinas RESPOND FAST PLEASE

[MasterMinecraft]

i just spent $135 getting one to canada... worth it...

[77fili77]

i only see a 6-hole version of that. but there is still the 12-hole oot on songbird!

[MrSkateOrDie216]

could you review the newest Ocarina of Time from songbird?

[ThoseGuysPodcast]

what's your opinion on the ocarina from "think geek"

[randmonneo]

Isnt there a new oot and someone send me a review of that one

[Blackraven43]

Pause at 1.48

[snkbros]

what song did you play i just ordered my first ocarina yesterday and want to know.and btw legend of zelda ocarina of time is my favorite game of all time.

[Moritasan24]

@snkbros

Main Theme from The Legend of Zelda (and many, many other Legend of Zelda games).

[snkbros]

@Moritasan24 thanks

[Moritasan24]

@snkbros

No problem. :)

[HyruleC]

I ordered yesterday, too bad it says I have to wait 2 extra weeks ._.

[Daraplzmusic]

I have this ocarina. It's my first Twelve hole, I got it because I liked the tone, but I'm having an issue. I'm starting to get used to it, but I can't seem to get the sub holes to work right. I make sure I'm covering all the holes with my fingers, but when I reach down, the tone is the same and never changes. I adjust my breath, still the same thing. What am I doing wrong? I'm starting to get very discouraged.

[Firestar3772]

i am getting the same exact one from songbird ocarinas for Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

^ ^ U

[MarioBrothers120]

@Firestar3772 they changed the style of it :\

but the 7-hole OoT is out so you can consider that one

[cangri012]

@Firestar3772 It was upgraded, so it's not the exact one anymore.

[vava021001]

@Firestar3772

sa strouve ou et sa coute combien stp repon vite psk jkiffe se son

[rr1122333]

@Firestar3772 same here bro sweet!!!

[Fyron131]

@Firestar3772 same :) cant wait!

[rr1122333]

@Firestar3772 same here :)

[mjmcca66]

more

[mrancraft]

wow i might get it!

[Shadow11614]

songbird made another new ocarina of time and it looks bigger

[justpeachy103]

@ocarinaguy41 I think you replied to the wrong comment. :)

Does anyone know the correct fingering to play the low C-flat/D-sharp? That's the only note I'm having trouble with.

[ocarinaguy41]

sorry @palkian90

[ocarinaguy41]

@justpeachyoneohthree MAKE SOME MONEY, GET A JOB, WASH THE CAR, MOW THE LAWN, ANYTHING!!! Thats how I made the money and after this review I think Im gonna buy it!!! Also google it!!! Songs on the ocarina are everywhere!!! And if your using a sweet potato ocarina (like the ocarina of time) then its even easier to play by ear. If your using a cross finger, thats a different story... (its a lot harder to play by ear because of the confusing combinations)

[WalkerLME]

where can i get music for the song in the begining?! i muuust know!

[OcMaster3950]

@MorganCupkakke mine is the OOT i got that one and it looks nothing like it

[justpeachyoneohthree]

This was my very first ocarina, and I can't praise it highly enough. The sound is beautiful, it's extremely well-made, and the design is spot-on. If you're thinking about getting an ocarina, make it this one.

[palkian90]

@justpeachyoneohthree I totally would if I had 108 bucks lying around :(

[BeyondBirthdayL]

@justpeachyoneohthree I'm sorry to say it, but the muse is better :)

[acelegend12378]

@BeyondBirthdayL well maybe that's what you think about but other people might think it's not so it really matters on what other people think not just you.

[BeyondBirthdayL]

@acelegend12378 Generally comments like that come with an automatic inference of in my opinion.

[OcMaster3950]

i got mine yesterday and mine isnt the japanese subhole one

[MorganCupkakke]

@OcMaster3950 theres an OOT and an ocarina of time on that website.

[IanTheCameraGuy]

@OcMaster3950 Did you get the 7 hole one?

[MarioBrothers120]

@TheSleepingSleuth well mine came in a week with the cheapest shipping and I'm from Ontario canada

[TheSleepingSleuth]

How long does it usually take for them to ship?

I bought an ocarina from songbird almost a week ago and my order still says "confirmed".

[evagelios]

hey man, thanks for a solid review on something I've had my eye on. You have successfully pursauded me to buy, and learn the 12 hole OoT.

[zachsparow]

is the seedpod any good? I can't find a video review for it anywhere.

[DarkerThanBlack456]

MUST HAVE CAKE MUST SUBSCRIBE!!!!!!!

[TheSongbirdDragon]

Hey david i recently baught a dragon tooth ocarina i had a choice either i get this ocarina or a really cool dragon tooth so i was wondering do you have to do anything to reach the 2 sub hole low notes lik blow softer or louder please comment back!

[evilisbliss]

@TheSongbirdDragon Generally, the higher the note, the harder you have to blow to be on pitch.

[JessieBabyxox98]

My mom said she would get me this one for grading from grade seven to eight. I'm pretty excited, to be honest. Is it a loud instrument?

[Oszy1korn]

@JessieBabyxox98 mmm not really , the really loud ones are the soprano ocarina, (dont buy them if you have ear problems xD)

[meghanh11]

I just got mine today in the mail, and I love it!

Great review.

[MeLuigi]

Yes, I got mine and it's very good

[ShadowGladiator21]

While you were holding it, tge whole time i was thinking "holy crap, he's gonna drop it" over and over

[DabbidoChannel]

I really want to buy an ocarina. The responsible? Ocarina of time, its just a wonderful instrument! is it hard to learn? or can you learn easily with practice?

[jann1180]

is it true that the gold platinum band fades and eventually peels off? :( doesnt it have the ceramic glazing over to protect the plating?

[IGPXer]

@jann1180 Yes it's a piece of junk so don't buy it because the demand is high and there will still be one left for me. :)

[snappleboy16]

@jann1180 no

[michaelC2585]

Is this any different in sound/tone than any of the cheaper 12-holes on SB's website?

[Oszy1korn]

@michaelC2585 12 Hole Sweet Potato Soprano G Straw Fire 60$

[74videogamefreak]

is it wierd that while you were playing this everything turned pixel y and i had a sword and shield?

[jokerfacehro]

i bought it for 113$, about 80€, it's a great instrument, i tested it with a programm and it's 100% in tune and very fun to play for everybody. no problem with delivery to germany

[nintendocomic]

if i hadnt watched this video wouldnt have known that an ocarina was a real instument or ever bought one. SUBSCRIBE TO DOCJAZZ4!

[SoraXRoxas123]

i wanted the red fairy ocarina for $40 but they sent me this for the same amount so the red fairy ocarina is A LIE

[natanaru]

@SoraXRoxas123 what O.O u got this for 40 dollers this is worth like 2x s as much tht rocks haha

[SoraXRoxas123]

@natanaru i got lucky that day i still cant believe that they sent me the wrong one

[natanaru]

@SoraXRoxas123 i only have the basic 5 holed sweet potato from them

[SoraXRoxas123]

@natanaru cool

[spudfilms1]

@MalarkyDude145 well I like to call it an oh-carina

[MalarkyDude145]

wait, is it pronouced "aw-carina" or "oh-carina"?

[snappleboy16]

@MalarkyDude145 ock-arina ock as in octopus

[Thepryomaniac]

TT_TT if i only had money

[rexlink1]

oh about the submarine i have one and thats exactly what everyone things it is they think it is a submarine toy then they hear it lol

[Tahmeee]

the website has a virus on it according to my internet security thumbs up so people know

[shoesisawesome22]

@Tahmeee Type it in yourself. Make sure it's just 'ocarina', not 'ocarinas.'

[MooMoo868]

now push over on the joy stick and make it sound different!

[UltraPrimeHunter]

@MooMoo868 Analog stick...not joy stick, those are for arcade machines and flight simulators.

[snappleboy16]

@UltraPrimeHunter it's the same thing

[strongbad822]

man that song takes me back. Nostalgia trip!!! xD

[r0adkill24]

Dude you rock!!!

[mattmerolla]

@cccchhhhable that's not entirely true. Ocarinas can have all different shapes and sizes and hole placements. And the exact 7 hole from songbird is just like the 12 hole featured in this video.

[mattmerolla]

Actually, the ocarina from the game has 7 holes with no thumb holes. You can buy that EXACT Oot at songbirdocarinas but you have to call and place your order. I think the number is 866-OCARINA

[cccchhhhable]

@mattmerolla but an ocarina w/o thumb holes is not an actual ocarina :P

[TehKintama]

@mattmerolla I'm not sure if I have this right because i was reading the manga and playing the game this morning ^_^; but when you get the ocarina back in mojora's mask from skull kid and you look through the holes when the ocarina spins around, you can see through it implying that there are holes in the back. Also if you look carefully it has 8 holes so really the only difference are the two small holes which would have been kinda small to have put in that detail.

[Torras6678]

I just noticed how much an ocarina resembles a submarine... O_o

[ChrissyD2013]

@Torras6678 Cannot be unseen.... o.o

[letsplay0free]

@Torras6678 no shit serlock

[CygniusOwl]

I got my Oot a year ago for Christmas. It has a great sound, despite my parents getting mad at me because they dont like to hear me....and it hurts my brother's ears...So im thinking im using too much air. xD Overall Id give this Ocarina a 10/10. Because it sounds great and it looks so much like the Ocarina of Time from the game.

[animefreak619]

Wondering if this ocarina can be put around your neck. Does anyone know?

[XxFoxTaiIxX]

@animefreak619 no i dont think so

[kakashi710]

@animefreak619

i believe some ocarina comes with holes for a neck strap

[Oszy1korn]

@animefreak619 nope, there are only few ocarinas that can be used as necklaces, such as pendants. the only 12 hole i know that can be put around your neck is the dragon tooth (from songbird).

[argonzeit]

@Oszy1korn you can put any ocarina around you neck if your willing to carry it around all day

[coolxbubblez]

this actually isnt ACURATE, because the one in LoZ has 9 holes, and is left handed. but who wants a 9 hole left handed ocarina? so this one is still the best, cause this makes playing it better, I'm just saying it's not EXACTLY the same as the one in LoZ.

[Gonnnondorf1]

@coolxbubblez The in-game one designed like that to look like the C pad keys on the N64, and to make it look more natural with the left handed Link. There is actually a playable ocarina designed to look exactly like the in-game one.

[coolxbubblez]

@Gonnnondorf1 yeah, I know there's one designed to look like the in game one, Docjazz was saying this one is the most acurate so I was just saying it's not exactly designed as the one in the game. I think this 12 hole would be better for playing purposes since most people are right handed and a 12 hole is more exciting than a 9 hole

[Nicho1000]

I would say the songbird one, I have been at the songbird shop and they make great ocarinas. This seems to be the one of choice if you want a zelda replica and it has a great sound.

[vegnachaos]

@Nicho1000 ok thanks mate gonna go for the songbird one :)

[vegnachaos]

whats better the songbird one or the STL one donno what 1 to get

[Oszy1korn]

@vegnachaos Songbird :)

[LilRedDevil02]

I really want an ocarina and I think they sound amazing but I live in the uk and can only find plastic ones with only 6 holes and I can't seem to find any books on playing an ocarina either :(

[SageEnchantress]

I got this ocarina for X-mas along with a Zelda Tee..

I even went to the mall using the shirt to show how much I love LoZ...

...but I just ended up fighting with a random girl who called me a 'wannabe.'

(OK, I had no idea that it rhymed.)

[WOLFxOFxPOISON]

i yave the one from stl ocarinas this one sounds as great.

[NegaHedgehog]

@WOLFxOFxPOISON

Same here.

[WOLFxOFxPOISON]

@NegaHedgehog i love it.

[corgal2]

I am getting a sweet potato one. =)

[txchen123]

Lolz, i play trumpet, so I'll probably be tempted to make fart noises with my lips on the low notes.

[vchild03]

My songbird oot has little symbols around the triforce sign why doesn't he have it?

[8BRAWL]

I'm planning to get one of these anyway, but this just made things a whole lot better for me ^_^

[Kylliathecat]

I'm getting this ocarina soon ^-^ I can't wait for my first ocarina :D

[OkuramX3]

I got the replica and the triforce is not how david has it, its pushed in and its uses some kind of platic small triangles so if someone could explian why that is thank you, and some how the blue color glaze got on the ring and its bothering me anyone can tell me how to remove the glaze that be great and is washing it water bad and is keeping it in a small bag with blankets for protecting bad if anyone can answer i will be very greatful

[AdrianCloud5513]

@OkuramX3 They changed the way they made the ocarina.. They use those crystals on the triforce now, probably because it looks cooler, and the blue glaze on the metal band is probably just a creation error... its not going anywhere unfortunately. When glaze is fired, it's glazed for life.

[PokemasterEver597]

@Necrotwilly I TOTALLY AGREE!!

[Necrotwilly]

I JUST ORDERED ONE!!!! OOOOHHHH FUCK YEAH! Who cares about the price? this thing is QUALITY.

[Invisiblepanda]

im going to get my first ocarina from this site, but the less expensive 6-holed one :p i hope i like it :))

[Anb0lmer]

@BuuandBee You would say this ocarina is comparable to the Spencer ocarina in quality? That's what I'm asking.

[jesus042]

This is tuned in C but you start your scale on a C#. Is playing a C scale difficult?

[Anb0lmer]

Has anyone out there compared this to the Spencer OoT? I'd really like to know how they compare to one another.

[BuuandBee]

@Anb0lmer They compare by quality

[Elyrisiu]

@Anb0lmer yes i want to know it too! D: if you know something more please tell me!

[Anb0lmer]

@Elyrisiu My further research seems to confirm what I thought- the Spencer is the highest-quality OoT available. However, I've also heard this one is VERY good, and if you want to pay less than $300 you're probably better off with this one. :) Hope that helps!

[Anb0lmer]

Though FYI, I'm no expert.

[Elyrisiu]

@Anb0lmer yes thanks a lot :D I will order mine next day!

[Chayraz2]

the band is actually made of Platinum, not gold, but that's cool, platium is similar to gold, onley it's more rare, more valuble, and can be used as a chemical catalyst (not that you would do so in this case.)

this ocarina is a limited edition, so in addition to being the best zelda replica around and having a beautiful sound, this ocarina will get more and more valuble with time. (ironic for this ocarina XD.)

[miguel3231]

I just recieved my ocrina today, but its kinda hard to play.

[I3ongs]

amazing



[EarthToFantasy]

which do you like better now Spencer ocarina of time or songbird ocarina of time?

[Snakemast345]

THIS IS THE OCARINA I WANTED! I am having a nerdgasm. This Ocarina is so hi-quality, and it is so low priced!!! $99.95 (unless they changed it) It is also a Soprano (even though Docjazz4 says it's quiet. I think that was on purpose to make it that way)

Thank You DocJazz4, anew.

[shredfix1993]

@Snakemast345 its 108 now.... just bought one for my mate as a birthday present

[Snakemast345]

@shredfix1993 Are you serious? I forgot if it comes with shipping and handling and tax.

[zombiefewd1]

@Snakemast345 This ocarina is Alto c (Tenor C). Not soprano.

[Snakemast345]

@zombiefewd1 Serouisly? Well, since it is an accurate reproduction, it's good for me!

[UberScubaNZ]

I is getting one!

[T68productions]

What was the song he was playing, I recognised it by sound but not by name.

[Snakemast345]

@T68productions He played the main theme to the origional Zelda game, which I still own the Gold cartlige...

[T68productions]

@Snakemast345 sweet... Wish I were alive back then.

[T68productions]

@Snakemast345 sweet... Wish I were alive back then.

[HellsPlumber]

Exelent review. Since it's a Zelda based ocarina you'd expect it to mainly be about looks than the sound, but luckily Songbird Ocarina's are really passionate about ocarinas and got a perfect combination of both style and sound =D

[ocarinasofdcm]

I ordered one they are awsome

[GlitcherPwnsAll]

Hey, it's been a while and STL have made one called the special edition zelda replica.

Is that better than this?

[overratedname]

@GlitcherPwnsAll No, this is much better. STL's "special edition" is just their same Alto C painted different.

[lockbreak12]

@overratedname actually it looked like the shape was different

[TheHeroOfTime19922]

my OoT songbird ocarina has a strange crack inside, is it repareable? if it is, how do i do it?

[Tas1507]

Well im sold! I'm getting my first nonpendant ocarina for my b-day (8-27) and I'm getting this! :) Bless'ed Be

[PinkTheFloydable]

I was able to touch that triforce, then the gods would already have granted my wish.

[thetechanator]

just fyi, its a platinum band (more valuble precious medal)

[DaKilla27]

if i could get one, should i? never played one, buy i have played clarinet and sax before, and i want an ocarina VERY BADLY

[shredfix1993]

@DaKilla27 they are very easy to learn, imo go for it!

[ooofffhhhccc]

i bought one but the one from song bird ocarina is prettyer but witch is is better in cuality and sound? are they at the same level?

[SuperNoSignal]

Actually... I ordered one a few days ago. The Triforce No Longer Sticks Out Like That Anymore. It Is Now Stained Glass.