Forum: Technique & Instrument
12-15-2020, 03:26 PM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Ross Extra Comfort pipe bag?
I have one I got shipped directly from Ross in the blue leather. Very comfortable and does seem to free up forearm some. It definitely looks different in the front on the angle of the cut.
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
08-28-2020, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,640
Re: Soliciting input on drone sounds
Hello,
Number two is definitely more pleasing to the ear. Not sure why but I really dislike the sound of set up one without thinking too much about it
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Forum: Beer Tent
08-16-2020, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 4,246
Re: Constructive Criticism for Pipers
I didn’t post anything, just read through the feedback of others work. Some may find it helpful, my perspective was that I wouldn’t personally. One thing is I think it could be counter productive for...
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Forum: Beer Tent
08-16-2020, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 4,246
Re: Constructive Criticism for Pipers
Hello,
I had joined this Facebook group out of curiosity, read the criticism and promptly decided to leave the group for my own piece of mind. I have no problem playing for people and in fact if...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
08-09-2020, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
Re: G1 Gold chanter
I have tried a g1 platinum, Colin mclellelan and also a hoggan plastic reed I have acquired that showed a lot of promise on once I fine tune the notes. I guess that is where it supposed to tune for a...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
08-09-2020, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
Re: G1 Gold chanter
Hello,
I finally got one in the mail the other day. Very comfortable. Pitches around 486 to 488 with the reeds I have tried so far. Scale is great, a little tape goes a long way on this chanter,...
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Forum: Uilleann, Northumbrian, Smallpipes +
06-10-2020, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 629
Re: Garvie Border Pipes
Hey Matt, which chanters do you currently play? Is some better for accidentals than others? Play at lower pressure and volume?
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Forum: Trading Post Archive
06-07-2020, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 34
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Forum: Uilleann, Northumbrian, Smallpipes +
05-26-2020, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 891
Re: Swayne lowland pipes
How much quieter would you say Swayne lowland chanter was to garvie? Considerably? That chanter sounded really good in that video
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Forum: Uilleann, Northumbrian, Smallpipes +
05-17-2020, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 891
Swayne lowland pipes
Hello,
I have heard and been interested in Jon Swayne’s lowland pipes. Considering getting a chanter for my current garvie borderpipes. I canno anywhere find any sound or video files of his...
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Forum: Beer Tent
05-16-2020, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 700
Re: Online lessons
I take lessons from Kevin Mclean. He plays with sfu and is a great teacher. Helped me get reach my goals.
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
05-05-2020, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,276
Re: Older MCC2 chanter playing flat?
I have a similar situation with an ayrfire chanter I bought when they first came out. Can’t get above 473 usually no matter what reed. I am considering getting a g1 chanter, but really the sound is...
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Forum: Beer Tent
04-24-2020, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 6,244
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-19-2020, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 53
Views: 4,182
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-18-2020, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,593
Re: G1 chanter for solo
Thanks William for this info. You are correct in the fact that I am looking for comfort, easy to tune and also to play as opposed to trying to get a competition advantage. thank you for these links
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-18-2020, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,515
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-18-2020, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,515
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-14-2020, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,593
G1 chanter for solo
Hello,
Anyone use any iteration of the G1 chanter for a solo chanter? I know the original chanter has smaller holes but also that it is very loud from what I’ve heard. I have tried a Sinclair...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
04-02-2020, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 5,043
Re: Drone instability, poor blowing or moisture?
I have for many years played with a ross bag with the tube cannister system. Once I realized there the ability to open a hole on the chanter tube distal to the cannister to allow additional moisture...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
03-30-2020, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 5,043
Re: Drone instability, poor blowing or moisture?
Hello,
I have found some increased comfort by using a dycem patch on both sides of the bag, keeps the bag at a much higher spot than before for me. A lot less pressure on the forearm. I have seen...
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Forum: Trading Post Archive
03-23-2020, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 113
FS: Hardie ABW Infinity Chanter - $235
ABW hardie infinity chanter without carving. Pitches around 478-484 depending on the reeds.
Comes with hardie case and changer cap.
Plus $15 USD for shipping
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Forum: Uilleann, Northumbrian, Smallpipes +
03-14-2020, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,505
Re: German/Medieval Bagpipe
Hello,
I am in Oregon USA and I play market sack pipe (German medieval pipe) and hummelchen. Write me at abbaforever2001@yahoo.com and we can discuss all I know and my experience. I play medieval...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
03-09-2020, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 498
Ross essential goatskin bag and Bennet goatskin
Hello,
Anyone have any feedback on these bags? Curious about need for seasoning whether you needed any mcs “ and how much play time you get before moisture becomes an issue. Also curious about...
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Forum: Beer Tent
02-24-2020, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,576
Re: Pipers Dojo Cruise
Why advertise money back if not satisfied if that is not the first solution you go to? Seems very simple to me, they are just making it complicated and looking bad in the process.
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Forum: Beer Tent
01-25-2020, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,626
Re: Archy J, India’s 1st Pro Female Bagpiper
Actually, we can comment and have opinions on anything we like, and until you walk a mile in our shoes you don't get to label anyone else's comment as misogynistic or any other negative connation....
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