Add reed to save on cost and added
postage.
***PLEASE NOTE - 1 Practice reed per purchase when added from dropdown unless selecting the 2 pack mixed, then 2 selected reeds will be added unless stated preference in order.
Also Available in our eBay store
Tru-Tone White Practice Chanter Reeds
PRECISION MADE GOOD QUALITY REEDS
G1 Practice Chanter Reeds
G1 practice chanter reeds are made
from the finest raw materials producing a great sounding reed that is also
durable and will outlast any reed
you’ve had in the past.
Frazer Warnock Red Practice Chanter Reeds
Made since 1982 and still the world's
favourite practice reed! The practice reeds will give you the best of both
worlds, having
synthetic blades which are
traditionally tied by hand.
The Chesney Practice Reed
Chesney practice reeds are designed to produce a great clarity along
with being comfortable to blow. The Chesney
practice reed is moulded and hand tied with a fine waxed braid around a
copper staple. The Chesney practice reed
produces a sharp, mellow sound with great clarity.
The Chesney Premium Practice Reed
The Chesney Premium Practice Chanter reed is moulded only in small
batches. Designed using a new custom
made copper staple - which enables the premium practice reed to be very
free to blow and achieves an even
more rich and mellow sound.
Frazer Warnock Red 4
Pack Practice Chanter Reeds
Frazer Warnock Practice Reeds.
Described by many as "the best there is"
McCallum
Pipe(long 26") and Standard(short 24")
Chanter
Size Nylon Practice Chanter cover.
Handy
portable covers to bring your practice chanter around.
Branded
with WWW McCALLUMBAGPIPES.COM
Button
and String closing top.
McCallum 26"Practice Chanter Case
The
26" Long Case to fit practice chanter without breaking it down. Cases will
also neatly fit into your pipe case and keep things organised.
McCallum Practice Chanter Case
Smaller version in which you can fit your chanter
and reeds.
McCallum Practice |
McCallum Practice Chanter Case
Larger version in which you can fit a tutor book (i.e.Green book from
COP)or some sheet music.
Please
note that contents in photos are not included in purchase. Purchase is for the
case only.
The
National Piping centre Tutor A4 book will not fit in this case.
Practice
Chanters by Ayrshire Bagpipes Scotland
Standard Practice Chanter by
Ayrshire Bagpipes
Standard size black polypenco practice
chanter. Slightly countersunk holes.
Length - aprox. 18 3/4" (475mm)
Available with a moisture free insert
for hours of playing without getting your reed wet. See options above.
Practice reed not
included unless selected.
See our practice chanter reeds listing
to add reeds to you purchase.
Junior Length Practice Chanter
by Ayrshire Bagpipes
Junior length black polypenco
practice chanter. Slightly countersunk holes. Length - aprox. 16 3/4"
(425mm) Smaller hole spaces for smaller hands and shorter top.
Practice reed not
included unless selected.
See our practice chanter reeds listing
to add reeds to you purchase.
Long Practice Chanter by
Ayrshire Bagpipes
Black polypenco Long Practice
Chanter. Pipe chanter hole spacings slightly countersunk.
Length - 21" (535mm)
Available with a moisture free insert
for hours of playing without your reed getting wet. See above options.
Practice reed not included unless
selected.
See our practice chanter reeds listing
to add reeds to you purchase.
McCallum
Junior , Standard and Pipe Chanter Size Practice Chanters (No Mounts)
picture
PC1 PC2 and PC4
Manufactured from
polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a true tone for
the discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain,
your McCallum practice chanter will offer you years of enjoyment.
Add
reeds to save on cost and added postage.
RG
Hardie Junior Plastic Practice Chanter
new
twist trap top
R.G. Hardie Twist
Trap Junior Plastic Practice Chanter
The R.G. Hardie basic junior practice chanter is a budget chanter with a plain
finish and countersunk holes. An excellent choice for a young child who has not
yet developed for the standard or long size practice chanters.
***Reed not
included. Practice Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay shop***
RG Hardie Standard Plastic Practice
Chanter
new twist trap top
R.G. Hardie Basic Standard Plastic
Practice Chanter.
The R.G. Hardie basic practice
chanter is a budget chanter with a plain finish and countersunk holes. An
excellent choice for a beginner.
***No reed included. Practice Chanter
Reeds and Bagpipe Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay store***
McCallum Coloured Practice Chanter
Manufactured in polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a true tone for the discerning ear.
Highly
durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer you
years of enjoyment.
These practice chanters come in a wide selection
of colours and sizes.
Models
required ordering at time of purchase and can add 1-4 weeks depending on
availability at manufacturers.
McCallum Coloured |
RG Hardie Colour Plastic Practice Chanter
R. G. Hardie
Basic Standard |
R. G. Hardie Basic
Standard Plastic Practice Chanter available in a range of vibrant colours
including
Blue, Pink, Red
and Green.
The R. G. Hardie basic practice chanter is a
budget chanter with a plain finish and countersunk holes.
An excellent
choice for a beginner.
Models required ordering at time of purchase and
can add 1-4 weeks depending on availability at manufacturers.
McCallum
Pipe Chanter Size Practice Chanter
(No
Mounts) picture PC4
Manufactured
from polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a true tone
for the discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain,
your McCallum practice chanter will offer you years of enjoyment.
***no
reed included. practice reeds available from our eBay shop
McCallum Standard Practice Chanter with Frazer Warnock Practice
Chanter
reed and The College of Piping Tutor Book - Part 1
Also available to add the McCallum Practice Chanter Case for
Chanter,
Book and Reeds
The College of
Piping Tutor 1 New Edition
now incorporated into the |
now incorporated
into the National Piping Centre
First produced in 1952, this book by the College of Piping’s then
Joint Principals Seumas MacNeill and Thomas Pearston, is
by far the biggest selling book on learning to play the bagpipe ever
issued, selling to date around 500,000 copies.
This is the book that has guided the progression of thousands of
learners from the basic techniques to successfully
mastering the great highland bagpipe. In this new edition
(summer 2017), the book’s original integrity has been maintained
– a testament to the authors’ clarity, coherence, and
‘connection’ with the learner – whilst taking cognisance of current
PDQB guidelines.
Versions available in English, French, German, Italian.
Learn how to play the Bagpipes with the number 1 selling tutor
book
on a quality made practice chanter.
Sales now over 500,000 worldwide
***Please indicate on your order if you wish for any version other than
English
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McCallum Standard size Practice Chanter(No Mounts) PC2
Manufactured from polypenco, these instruments are a quality product
producing a true tone for the
discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer
you years of enjoyment.
+
Frazer Warnock Red Practice Chanter Reeds
Made since 1982 and still the world's
favourite practice reed! The practice reeds will give you the best of both
worlds,
having synthetic blades which are
traditionally tied by hand.
ADD
Practice Chanter Case from McCallum
In which you can fit a tutor book (college of piping size)or some sheet
music.
Case will also neatly fit into your pipe case and keep things organised.
Starter Package by RG Hardie
The College of Piping Tutor Book - Part 1
First produced in 1952, this
book by the College of Piping’s then Joint Principals Seumas MacNeill
and
Thomas Pearston, is by far the
biggest selling book on learning to play the bagpipe ever issued,
selling to date around
500,000 copies. This is the book that has guided the progression
of
thousands of learners from the basic
techniques to successfully mastering the great highland
bagpipe. In this
new edition (summer 2017), the book’s original integrity has been
maintained
– a testament to the authors’
clarity, coherence, and ‘connection’ with the learner – whilst
taking cognisance of
current PDQB guidelines.
with
RG Hardie Standard or Junior Twist
Trap Practice Chanter
and
Practice Chanter Reed
Versions available in English,
French, German, Italian
Learn how to play the Bagpipes with
the number 1 selling tutor book on a quality made practice chanter
***Please indicate on your order if
you wish for any version other than English and if you want the junior
practice chanter***No message we will
send a standard practice chanter with English Language Tutor.
McCallum
Standard Size Practice Chanter
picture PC3 Nickle
Ferrule and Imitation Ivory Sole
Manufactured
from wood or polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a
true tone for the discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer
you years of enjoyment.
***No reeds
included-see selection in our eBay store
McCallum
Standard Size Practice Chanter
picture PC3 Imitation
Ivory Ferrule and Sole
Manufactured
from wood or polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a
true tone for the discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer
you years of enjoyment.
***No reeds
included-see selection in our eBay store
RG Hardie Twist
Trap Practice Chanters
Long
Plastic Practice Chanter
new
twist trap top
R.G. Hardie Basic
Long Plastic Practice Chanter.
The R.G. Hardie basic practice chanter is a budget chanter with a plain finish
and countersunk holes. An excellent choice for a beginner.
***Reed not
included. Practice Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay store***
RG
Hardie Standard Plastic Practice Chanter
New
Twist Trap Top
R.G. Hardie
standard plastic practice chanter with plain beaded nickel ferrule and
imitation ivory sole.
The holes are countersunk.
***Reed not
included. Practice Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay shop***
***Reed not included. Practice |
RG Hardie Standard
Plastic Practice Chanter
with twist trap top
R.G. Hardie standard plastic practice
chanter with imitation ivory ferrule and sole.
The holes are countersunk.
***No reed included. Practice Chanter
Reeds and Bagpipe Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay shop***
McCallum
PC5 Pipe Chanter Size Practice Chanters
Picture
PC5 Different Styles
Manufactured from
polypenco, these instruments are a quality product producing a true tone for
the discerning ear.
These practice chanters come in a wide selection of plain or attractively
decorated styles.
Highly durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer
you years of enjoyment.
*if
choosing the engraved ferrule you have the following choices*please state
choice on order
Celtic
Thistle
Victorian
Zoophoric
Fire
Department
Police
Department
Engraved
models required ordering at time of purchase and can add 1-4 weeks depending on
availability at manufacturers.
The College of
Piping Tutor 1 New Edition
now incorporated into the National Piping Centre
First produced in 1952, this book by the College of Piping’s then
Joint Principals Seumas MacNeill and
Thomas Pearston, is by far the biggest selling book on
learning to play the bagpipe ever issued,
selling to date around 500,000 copies. This is the book that has
guided the progression of thousands
of learners from the basic techniques to successfully mastering the
great highland bagpipe.
In this new edition (summer 2017), the book’s original integrity
has been maintained – a testament to the authors’
clarity, coherence, and ‘connection’ with the learner – whilst taking
cognisance of current PDQB guidelines.
+
now incorporated into the National |
McCallum Pipe Chanter size Practice Chanter(No Mounts) PC4
Manufactured from polypenco, these instruments are a quality product
producing a true tone for the
discerning ear.
Highly durable and easy to maintain, your McCallum practice chanter will offer
you years of enjoyment.
+
Frazer Warnock Red Practice Chanter Reeds
Made since 1982 and still the world's
favourite practice reed! The practice reeds will give you the best of both
worlds,
having synthetic blades which are
traditionally tied by hand.
ADD
Practice Chanter Case from McCallum
In which you can fit a tutor book (college of piping size)or some sheet
music.
Case will also neatly fit into your pipe case and keep things organised.
NPC HIGHLAND BAGPIPE TUTOR 1
The National Piping Centre's own
tutor book is the best place to start learning the bagpipes!
with
RG Hardie Standard or Junior Twist
Trap Practice Chanter
and
Practice Chanter Reed
Versions available in English, French, German, Italian
Learn how to play the Bagpipes with
the number 1 selling tutor book on a quality made practice chanter
***Please indicate on your order if
you wish for any version other than English and if you want the junior practice
chanter
***No message we will send a standard
practice chanter with English Language Tutor
RG
Hardie Standard Plastic Practice Chanter
R. G. Hardie
standard plastic practice chanter with engraved nickel ferrule, imitation ivory
sole and Twist-Trap top.
Available
in Celtic, Thistle, Victorian and Zoomorphic engraving on ferrule.
The Twist-Trap top
prevents moisture collecting on the reed and potentially cutting out, allowing
for longer practice sessions. The top splits at the top of the ferrule to gain access
to the water trap and remove excess moisture. We recommend it is dried out
after every practice session.
The holes are
countersunk.
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store.
RG Hardie Practice
Chanters
RG
Hardie Long Plastic Practice Chanter
with
twist trap top
R.G. Hardie long
plastic practice chanter with imitation ivory ferrule and sole.
The holes are countersunk.
***Reed not included. Practice
Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay shop***
RG
Hardie Long Plastic Practice Chanter
with
Twist Trap Top
R.G. Hardie long
plastic practice chanter with plain beaded nickel ferrule and imitation ivory
sole.
The holes are countersunk.
***Reed not included. Practice
Chanter Reeds Available from our eBay store***
|
RG
Hardie Long Plastic Practice Chanter
R. G. Hardie long plastic
practice chanter with engraved nickel ferrule, imitation ivory sole and
Twist-Trap top.
Available
in Celtic, Thistle, Victorian and Zoomorphic.
The Twist-Trap top
prevents moisture collecting on the reed and potentially cutting out, allowing
for longer practice sessions. The top splits at the top of the ferrule to gain
access to the water trap and remove excess moisture. We recommend it is dried
out after every practice session.
The holes are
countersunk.
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store.
McCallum Blackwood Standard Size
Practice Chanters
McCallum PC6 Standard Blackwood Practice Chanter
This McCallum
Bagpipes PC6 features a Blackwood body with a highly durable plastic
top.
The McCallum PC6 practice chanter is “standard”
length and hole spacing slightly tighter than that of the pipe chanter, a
plain nickel or imitation ivory ferrule and an imitation ivory sole.
McCallum PC7 Standard Blackwood
Practice Chanter
This McCallum
Bagpipes PC7 features a Blackwood body with a highly durable plastic
top.
PC7 practice
chanter is “standard” length and hole spacing slightly tighter than that
of the pipe chanter, a nickel ferrule with choice of engraving, as well as
an imitation ivory sole.
***Engravings
available are Celtic, Thistle, Victorian, Zoomorphic.***
Add reeds to save on cost and added
postage.
Duncan MacRae Standard Size Practice
Chanter
Designed by Stuart Liddell and made
by McCallum.
The Duncan MacRae Blackwood
Practice Chanter by Stuart Liddell is a standard-sized reproduction practice
chanter made from African Blackwood with a plastic top in the profile of the
original MacRae model, beaded alloy imitation Ivory sole and a choice of imitation,
nickle or engraved Thistle pattern.
Engraved models required ordering at
time of purchase and can add 1-4 weeks depending on availability at
manufacturers.
Add reeds to save on cost and added
postage.
RG
Hardie Standard Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie
standard blackwood practice chanter with plain beaded nickel ferrule and
imitation ivory sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
The holes are
countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store
RG
Hardie Standard Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie
standard blackwood practice chanter with imitation ivory ferrule and imitation
ivory sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
The holes are
countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store
RG
Hardie Standard Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie
standard blackwood practice chanter with engraved nickel ferrule and imitation
ivory sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
Available
in Celtic, Thistle, Victorian and Zoomorphic engraving.***
The holes are
countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store.
McCallum Blackwood Pipe Chanter Size
Practice Chanters
McCallum PC8 Standard Blackwood
Practice Chanter
This McCallum
Bagpipes PC8 features a Blackwood body with a highly durable plastic
top.
PC8 has 'long' length and hole spacing
matching that of the pipe chanter, a plain nickel ferrule, as well as an
imitation ivory.
McCallum PC9 Standard Blackwood
Practice Chanter
This McCallum
Bagpipes PC9 features a Blackwood body with a highly durable plastic
top.
PC9 has 'long' length and hole spacing
matching that of the pipe chanter, a engraved nickel ferrule, as well as an
imitation ivory sole.
***Engravings
available are Celtic, Fire Dept, Thistle, Victorian, Zoomorphic. Please message
or put note on order for engraving required when choosing the PC9***
Add reeds to save on cost and added
postage.
RG
Hardie Long Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie long
blackwood practice chanter with plain beaded nickel ferrule and imitation ivory
sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
The holes are
countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store
RG
Hardie Long Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie long
blackwood practice chanter with imitation ivory ferrule and imitation ivory
sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
The holes are countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store
RG
Hardie Long Blackwood Practice Chanter
R.G. Hardie Long
blackwood practice chanter with engraved nickel ferrule and imitation ivory
sole. Wooden tops plastic lined for added protection.
Innovative plastic
lining system protects the inside of the wood from the stresses and strains
caused by moisture.
Available
in Celtic, Thistle, Victorian and Zoomorphic engraving.***
The holes are
countersunk
Once we receive
your order we will put it in to be made up- This will mean that it may take a
little time to be ready
We will let you
know how much waiting time
If you need any
practice chanter reeds we also do an offer if purchased at same time as
chanter. Please send message if required.
***no reed
included. practice chanter reeds available in our eBay store.
Bannatyne Practice Goose and McCallum
Practice Chanter
Synthetic Bag with two plastic stocks
to insert the blowpipe of the practice chanter and one for the chanter part of
your practice chanter
New product from McCallum Bagpipes;
Practice chanter and goose combination.
As you can see from the photographs
you can play it as a practice chanter or you can separate the practice chanter
and add it to the goose bag and play it as a goose. It is also better value
than buying the items separately.
It is available with either the
McCallum Junior, Standard or Pipe Size Practice chanter.
***Bag colour will now be in black as
per the latest Bannatyne bags***
Blair Digital Chanter
World class pipe sounds you can play
anywhere, anytime!
The Blair Digital Chanter lets you play the sound of world-class Highland
Bagpipe, Scottish Smallpipe or Practice Chanter, with actual finger holes
anywhere, anytime. Genuine bagpipes with a rich full tone that can be used for
performance, practice or recording. Turn everyday piping into an extraordinary
playing experience.
The Blair Digital Chanter lets you play world-class bagpipe sounds on an
instrument with real holes and stunning OLED screen. The real-life bagpipe
sounds are amazing, the design of chanter is authentic and it’s a powerful
instrument for any piping environment. It’s truly an extraordinary playing
experience.
The Blair Digital Chanter has an adjustable pitch range of 440-486Hz and always
in tune. The scale includes a Piobaireachd High G, F and C natural and vibrato
on Fb, F, E, D. It’s easy to adjust the instruments pitch to play along with
your favorite pipe band, piping CD or other music group. Even play along with
your fellow pipers at band.
The individually adjustable finger sensors are embedded into the body of the
chanter and can be adjusted to the way you play.
The Blair Digital Chanter also includes a Metronome with a volume control which
can be adjusted to blend in appropriately with your pipe sound. The Metronome
has 2 distinct percussion sounds (yes, real sounds!) with 8 selectable beat
patterns to choose from.
Modern features
• Single smart button for selecting instruments and editing menus
• Large OLED display
• USB rechargeable battery. Provides up to 6 hours of playing depending on your
settings and usage.
• MIDI. Connect to an iPad, PC so you can continue playing ‘bagpipe fingering’
but generate the sounds of other instruments such as violins, synthesisers,
guitars, brass instruments, any Midi instrument! For example Garageband.
• Aircraft-grade aluminium mountings complete with Blair logo, or exquisite
premium hand-engraved mountings by the worlds best artists. (Victorian design).
World-class sounds
Highland Bagpipes
Scottish Smallpipes
Practice Chanter
Adjustable settings
Drone volume (Tenor and Bass Drones on Highland Bagpipe)
EQ – Treble & Base
Vibrato On/ Off
Pitch range 440 -486hz
Metronome, 8 beat patterns and volume
OLED brightness
Power time-out
Individually adjustable finger sensors
Audio output 3.5mm
USB (MIDI, recharging battery and updating software)
Rechargeable battery
Updateable – Yes. To add more sounds and features via USB*
What’s in the box
1x Blair Digital Chanter with mouthpiece
1x high-quality case made by Bagpiper case
1x USB lead
1x Instruction manual
*Requires software
Additional information
Weight
0.78 kg
Dimensions
52 x 4.5 x 4.5 cm
Mounts
Available with Engraved Aluminium Mounts or Plain Aluminium Mounts
Also available to add to your
purchase
Blair Cut Off Pedal
Stereo mini foot-switch pedal to
instantly stop the Blair Digital Chanter, the professional way!
Connect output of Digital Chanter to ‘In’ of pedal, then output of Pedal to
your speaker or headphones.
Feature
• Stereo 3.5mm audio input/ output
• Durable footswitch
• Heavy duty aluminum enclosure
The professional way to ‘cut-off’ the Chanter without note or finger errors.
Blair Digital Chanter BDC ‘Air’ Pipe
Bag
The BDC ‘Air’ Pipe Bag transforms
your chanter into a performance bagpipe. It’s comfortable, portable and
convenient for traveling.
The BDC ‘Air’ Pipe Bag is inflated by a mouth blown valve placed on the rear of
the bag. A specially turned spigot (adapter) is then placed into the mouthpiece
socket and secured to the pipe bag with embedded O rings which makes it easy to
maneuver for the best playing position.
The ‘Air’ Pipe Bag is made from the same material as breathable pipe bags, and
even when semi-inflated comfortable to play. The pipe bag emulates a
traditional playing position with fingers, arms and posture mirroring how you
would play on a traditional bagpipe.
It’s quick to setup then pack away inside your Digital Chanter case and all
parts are assembled ready to use.
What’s included:
• Breathable Pipe Bag with air valve
• Adapter stock for Blair Digital Chanter
• Chromed Spigot with embedded O rings
• Blue velvet pipe bag cover with zip and Velcro
Twist-Trap Goose Pipes by RG Hardie
Twist-Trap Goose Pipes, the ideal
starter instrument to progress from the practice chanter to the Highland
Bagpipes. Goose Pipes differ from Highland Bagpipes in that they use a practice
chanter to produce the sound and they don’t have drones. They require much less
pressure to play, compared to Highland Bagpipes, making it easier to focus on
the technique of maintaining a constant sound.
The Twist-Trap prevents moisture
build-up on the reed allowing for longer practice sessions and the practice
chanter can be disconnected from the set to play as a standalone instrument.
The practice chanter and adaptors can also be removed to fit a bagpipe blowpipe
and pipe chanter, so you can practice playing at a pressure similar to the
Highland Bagpipes.
There is a choice of practice chanter
between junior, standard and long or without if you already own a Hardie
practice chanter. Junior is most suited to children up to the age of 10 years
old. The standard chanter plays in B flat and the long chanter is in the key of
A. As a beginner instrument the pitch is not critical but you might find this
information useful if you wish to play with other instruments.
Please note, the set does not include
a bagpipe blowpipe or pipe chanter as these will be included with your Highland
Bagpipe set or can be purchased separately.
RG Hardie Twist Trap Practice Pipes
Practice Makes Perfect!
Introducing Twist-Trap Practice
Pipes, a set of mouth-blown smallpipes incorporating a long practice chanter
and two drones. The set is ready to play including reeds, synthetic pipe bag,
cord cover and carry case.
They produce a softer more mellow
tone in comparison to the Highland Bagpipes and pitch in the key of A (440Hz),
a general tuning standard for many musical instruments.
The Twist-Trap practice chanter
top is an innovative design for moisture control, particularly
important for kids as they produce more saliva than adults. This new
design feature will soon become the standard across our range of plastic
practice chanters.
Twist-Trap Practice Pipes are fun to play on their own or in a group setting
along with other instruments.
Twist-Trap Practice Pipes are a set
of mouth blown smallpipes incorporating a long practice chanter and two drones.
They produce a softer more mellow tone in comparison to the Highland Bagpipes
and pitch in the key of A (440Hz), a general tuning standard for many musical
instruments. They are fun to play on their own or in a group setting along with
other instruments.
Twist-Trap Practice Pipes allow beginners to start playing on a mouth
blown instrument that closely resembles the Highland Bagpipes.
Twist-Trap Practice Pipes are not just for beginners however, Pipers of
all abilities can appreciate the sound, making practice time that much more
enjoyable.
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