Fratri just start on a short reed and stick with it. most flutes are not very veristile, Sean Mann's longshoreman is the only real exception that comes to mind. Those big old long buggers need more wind than I care to put through them during a hunt. the technique for the short reed and flute is really quite differant and is a beeotch to switch back and forth even for an experienced caller. These two call will not break the bank and sound pretty good with practice. Zink PC-1 ($38) and the Tim Grounds Poly Super MAG ($68) both are in stock at Sail.