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Here is an index of some of the piping products we carry. Clicking on the images will take you to each item’s own page or pages, where you will find our extensive descriptions, photos, reviews, instructions, advice, tips, ordering information and so on. If you're new to piping, we suggest you read this information whether or not you are interested in our particular products. If you would like to discuss anything, feel free to email or call us at (707) 937-1626 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. Pacific Coast time (GMT minus 7 - 8 hours), seven days per week. The following list is not long . We are not just another Web based store that lists everything in sight, without knowing much about the products and without providing detailed information. Rather, we carry only items which we have evaluated extensively and in which we have complete confidence, and that we feel will keep our customers - those who are just starting out as well as experienced pipers - on track. Learning, playing and maintaining bagpipes is not impossibly difficult, but it is more than challenging enough without stumbling over inferior or inappropriate products, or being confused by a mass of meaningless choices. Please see some special notices and announcements regarding pricing and delivery at the bottom of this page. Click On The Images:  J. Dunbar Ltd. Practice Chanter & Tutor OutfitsAnyone thinking about learning how to play the bagpipe should read this material first!  J. Dunbar Ltd. Bagpipes ~ Model P1Here's an extensive discussion about Dunbar's top-quality but reasonably priced synthetic pipes, and about buying pipes in general.  J. Dunbar Ltd. Bagpipes ~ Model P3This Dunbar model is internally the same as the P1, but externally "traditional."  Accessories and Enhancements for J. Dunbar Ltd. BagpipesCanmore Gortex bags, synthetic drone & chanter reeds, cases, color options, etc. are listed and discussed here.  J. Dunbar Ltd. Great Highland Bagpipe ChantersA newly redesigned world-class Highland chanter, in synthetic or Blackwood, is now available for your existing pipe.  John Walsh Convertible SmallpipeTwo complete pipes in one, this is perhaps the ultimate Scottish Smallpipe. A fabulous mix of pure high-tech genius and fine art!  "Kitchen" BagpipeOur exclusive upgraded version of this great little Canadian-made "transitional" practice pipe uses the outstanding Dunbar practice chanter as the melody pipe.  Concert Pitch (A=440 Hz) Great Highland Bagpipe ChanterAt last, a fine, modern concert-pitch GHB chanter - turn your pipe into a whole new instrument! Made of Delrin (polypenco) by the fine US firm MacLellan Bagpipes.  Clanrye Synthetic Great Highland Bagpipe Chanter ReedsBack In Stock! The result of over fifteen years of ongoing development, these are the answer to many problems.  ~New~ Fagerstrom "Technopipes" Electronic BagpipeThe incredible new Technopipes, a full-blown electronic Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish Smallpipe, is by far the best e-pipe ever produced. Forget about sleep when you get your hands on one of these!  Fagerstrom Electronic Practice ChanterThis versatile electronic masterpiece from Sweden is the ultimate in portability.  Ross Technologies E-Pipe ~ The Latest Model ~The Ross was redesigned in 2004 and we are most pleased to again recommend this fine and fun e-pipe.  Bannatyne Hybrid GHB Bag ~ The Ultimate Bag? ~The Bannatyne Hybrid Gortex and Leather bag for the Great Highland Bagpipe provides the best of two worlds.  Flexistik ~ The Ultimate Blowpipe ~The fully adjustable (length AND angle!) Flexistik is the solution to any blowpipe problem.  Jim McGillivray Teaching Videos (DVD or VHS). New Lower Price!These two videos contain a lifetime's experience in setting up, maintaining and tuning the Highland pipe - they are the best we've ever seen, period. Available in DVD and (until they're gone) VHS formats.  Jim McGillivray "Rhythmic Fingerwork" techniques tutorialThis is the acclaimed aid for improving the playing of the intermediate to advanced piper. With audio CD.  John Cairns Tutorials Master piper and teacher John Cairns of Canada has created a highly acclaimed tutorial series of books (each with audio CD) called "Bagpipe Solutions" that carry a student all the way from not knowing a single thing about bagpipes or music to becoming a competent piper, without the necessity of outside instruction. We have accumulated extensive experience in providing this unique system to students all over the world, and can sum up the results in two words: It works!  College of Piping Tutor & CDThis standard, universally recognized classic work is commonly called the "Green Book." It has been used as a primary tutor for over 50 years, and most of the world's pipers started on it. Accompanying audio CD.  Essential Tunes For The Piper ~ New Addition! ~Sheet music for 53 tunes of various types, along with an audio CD that includes not only the music but also instructional comments. Published by The College of Piping, this is indeed an essential for most every piper.  Master Pipers in Recital CDSeven of the very best in concert. One of the best solo Great Highland Bagpipe albums we've ever heard - an inspiration for the aspiring piper and a magic ride for everyone!  Bagpipes of the World CDOur very own production, with 30 different pipes from all over the world, is now in its fourth pressing!
In addition to the above items we carry or can get a wide variety of pipes (including exotics and antiques) and piping supplies which are not listed here. Inquiries are always welcome! We want you to be happy and successful in your piping, and of course we want you to become a customer; so, aside from the extensive information provided on this site, we are always available by email or phone to answer any further questions, both before and after purchase. We have excellent relationships with all of our suppliers, who in almost all cases are the actual manufacturers of the items we offer; thus we are in an ideal position to deal with the rare warranty issue that might arise. Also, please be assured that under no circumstances will we divulge your email address or any other personal information whatsoever to any third parties. A Note About Prices: Regardless of when an item's page was last updated, the posted price is current. We never issue nasty surprises in that regard, and have no fine print whining that "prices may vary due to currency fluctuations" or such. Sometimes increases are necessary but we always honor the price that's on the site at the time of your contact with us. This is often not the case elsewhere, and it is easy to find lower posted prices on the web that are in fact out of date and will not be honored by the advertiser. Sometimes this is due to honest oversight, or it's the residue from a business that barely exists (or no longer exists at all), but sometimes it's intentional, in hopes of getting you in the door. Beware, and always feel free to ask questions to be sure you're getting what you need and expect. Any legitimate and competent bagpipe dealer will be happy to spend whatever time it takes to be sure that you understand all aspects of your intended purchase, whether you're a brand new student, a veteran piper, or are looking for a gift. E-Mail Reliability: Occasionally there are internet-wide or local problems affecting email reliability. We answer all mail quickly, usually within a few hours and only rarely later than the next day. If you don't hear from us, something isn't working at one end or the other - please try again, or give us a call. Also, we sometimes encounter problems with spam filters - if you have filters enabled and don't hear from us, that may be why. |
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