Title : Drone Reed Set, Aluminum, Carbon FiberASIN : B00529ZR84
Description : Bagpipe Reeds. Made by Roosebeck.
A set (1 Bass and 2 Tenor) of aluminum body bagpipe drone reeds with carbon fiber tongues. Both reed sizes are approximately 3/8" (9mm) diameter. The Bass reed is approximately 3 1/2" (89mm) in length and the Tenor reeds are approximately 3" (76mm) in length.
Features :
- A set (1 Bass and 2 Tenor) of aluminum body bagpipe drone reeds with carbon fiber tongues.
- Both reed sizes are approximately 3/8" (9mm) diameter.
- The Bass reed is approximately 3 1/2" (89mm) in length and the Tenor reeds are approximately 3" (76mm) in length.
List Price : $22.96
Price : $22.96
Category: Bagpipes
Brand: Roosebeck
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Rating : 2.9
Rating : 6
Review : Very disappointed -- too flat
I couldn't get these reeds to tune properly in the GHB--they're way too flat. The tenor drone tops tune far below the hemp at a low A of 477. And that's with the reeds seated DEEP in the reed seat and the bridle set to make the tongue as short as it can be and still play. If you want to play your pipes set up like the advertised pictures of Pakistani-made pipes, with the tenor ferrules snug against the projecting mounts, these are the drone reeds for you. Otherwise, just buy a set of reeds from one of the leading makers--there's no deal to be had here.
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