$2,575.00
The Duncan MacRae reproduction bagpipes are exact copies of the original MacRae bagpipes played by Stuart Liddell. The antique MacRae pipes were replicated by McCallum Bagpipes in order to produce a bagpipe resembling Stuarts impeccable sounding instrument. What a magnificent sounding bagpipe! A full and steady harmonic tone that is unparalleled in new era bagpipes currently manufactured. This MacRae reproduction bagpipe is made from African Blackwood and features engraved thistle alloy ferrules, slides and ringcaps with imitation ivory projecting mounts. Included is an imitation ivory and engraved thistle alloy mouthpiece.
Assemble your set of bagpipes by choosing your pipe bag, chanter, reeds, cover, and other accessories at our discounted price.
Your bagpipes will be configured and tested by our professional pipers to ensure they are ready to play when you take delivery of them.
Click to hear Stuart Liddell playing the MacRae bagpipes at the official launch.
MacRae Bagpipes SL4
| Weight | 10 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24 × 8 × 7 in |
The McCallum long practice chanter, blackwood bottom with poly top. Celtic engraved alloy ferrule, sole, bowl and mouthpiece ring.
An exceptionally detailed practice chanter with the Celtic engraving. Perfect tonal quality and responsiveness.
The Airstream blowpipe has a very wide bore (3/8″) and increases airflow to the bagpipes to make them easier and steadier to blow.
The valve is housed inside blowpipe and is very responsive.
Fred Morrison bellows blown smallpipes in key of A are precision manufactured by a team of highly skilled craftsmen at McCallum Bagpipes.
The Fred Morrison bellows blown blackwood smallpipes project a beautiful mellow tone. This set comes with imitation ivory button mounts, celtic engraved alloy ferrules. Includes the drone switch which not only makes the smallpipes easier to play while learning but also while playing with other instruments. Also included is a synthetic bag, green velvet cover. Finally, the smallpipes are reeded with Ezee drone reeds and a cane chanter reed.
Your smallpipes will be set up and tested by our professional pipers to ensure they are ready to play when you take delivery of them.
Listen to them now…
Husk pipe chanter reeds – balanced, bold in volume, vibrant and full blowing with excellent harmonies
Reed Strengths
Senior/Beginner – suitable for beginner, young child or senior player
Easy – great for new players
Easy/Medium-choice for solo players
Medium – great choice for bands (not overly hard, lots of volume, harmonics and extremely stable)
Designed by double gold medalists and world champion pipers, Callum Beaumont and Alastair Dunn.
This chanter features smaller finger holes in comparison to the multi-prize winning Peter Henderson Blackwood Pipe Chanter and plays at a slightly higher pitch.
It has been extensively tested in a synthetic and leather pipe bag set-up with a range of reeds and produces a rich, resonant bright sound with a solid Hi G for light music and piobaireachd playing.
This chanter builds on the success of the Peter Henderson Blackwood chanter and combined with Callum’s feedback and experience playing at the highest level of solo piping competition, we have designed a chanter for all abilities wishing to achieve a world class sound. The holes are carefully sanded to give the feel of a vintage chanter before undergoing a rigorous polishing process.
The R.G. Hardie Blackwood Infinity pipe chanter comes complete with a reed protector and deluxe box.
“A blackwood pipe chanter with a bright sound and stable Hi G”
The McCallum Rucksack pipe case is a very light weight padded bagpipe case.
It incorporates storage for your accessories with one outside pocket. You have the option of carrying this case via two heavy duty nylon handles or as a back pack with two adjustable straps. Great value for a case to transport your pipes from practices to competitions.
The Pipers Tuner CA50 is an easy to use tuner for the individual piper. Economical and compact.
The Ross MicroPipes make practicing at any time or place a reality.
Same finger spacing as the great Highland Bagpipe Chanter.