How to Use a Six-in-One Duck Whistle: Calling Tips from Jay Stone of Duck Commander

A six-in-one duck whistle can produce a range of sounds with one compact call. With practice, you can use it to imitate a mallard drake, green-winged teal drake, wigeon, pintail drake, and dove.

The techniques below are attributed to Jay Stone of Duck Commander and are intended as a starting point. Calls can vary between whistles, so experiment with your own call to find the sounds it produces best.

What Is a Six-in-One Duck Whistle?

A six-in-one whistle is designed to make several different sounds. Adjusting your breath, pitch, tongue, or hand position can change the tone—letting you practice multiple calls without carrying a separate call for each sound.

Calling Techniques

Mallard Drake

Hum the deepest note you can through the whistle. Stone’s tip is to cup your hand over the end of the call to help make the note sound lower and fuller.

Green-Winged Teal Drake

Blow lightly to produce a simple, high-pitched peep. Aim for a clear, bright note rather than a forceful burst of air.

Wigeon

A six-in-one whistle can also produce a wigeon sound. Practice with your particular whistle to learn the pitch and tone it can make.

Pintail Drake

Cover the end of the whistle with a finger, then trill your tongue as you blow. You can also try fluttering your uvula to create the trill.

Dove

The whistle may also be used to imitate a dove sound, making it useful beyond waterfowl calling.

Practice Tips

• Work on one call at a time. Get comfortable with each sound before moving between calls.
• Adjust your airflow. Blowing more or less strongly can change the pitch and tone.
• Experiment with your hand position. Cupping or covering the end of the whistle can alter the sound.
• Practice regularly. Short, consistent sessions can help you produce cleaner, more reliable calls.

Why Carry a Six-in-One Whistle?

A six-in-one whistle is compact and versatile. It can reduce the number of calls you carry while giving you several sounds to practice in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions

What calls can a six-in-one duck whistle make?

Depending on the whistle and your technique, it can produce sounds for a mallard drake, green-winged teal drake, wigeon, pintail drake, and dove.

How do you make a mallard drake sound?

Hum the deepest note you can through the whistle. Cupping your hand over the end may make the sound lower and fuller.

How do you make a pintail drake sound?

Cover the end of the call with a finger and trill your tongue as you blow. Fluttering your uvula is another technique to try.

Get More from One Call

With a little practice, a six-in-one whistle can help you produce several different sounds with one easy-to-carry call. Try Jay Stone of Duck Commander’s suggested techniques, experiment with airflow and hand placement, and learn which calls your whistle can make.