Thank you for this informative video. My questions: is there a problem with learning on/playing an A440 chanter and later playing with pipers who's pipes are not tuned to A440? And how does the A440 tuning impact the learning process? Will I have to transpose the notes in all my lessons? Thanks again.
Hey Kim, There is absolutely nothing you would have to do with the music to play this instrument. The regular chanter pitch is around 472. This instrument was designed to be played with concert pitched instruments. That’s the only difference.
Kim, the original Twist Trap Pipe is called the "Kitchen Pipe". I actually sell more of those. The Kitchen Pipe is in the regular pitch of the practice chanter. You wouldn't have to do any transposition on either instrument. If you'd like more information about both of these instruments, give me a call. I'm happy to talk with you about them.
Hey Don, good to hear from you. We were in Sequim before you moved up there last year. I owe Dad a visit. Maybe some time this year. Have a great 2023.
That is very kind of you mate - I am actually heading back to Scotland from the USA next week so will be checking them out and probably pick one up then. Cheers. Jim
Personally, I would start with a practice chanter and then use this between the practice chanter and the "big pipe". If you insist on buying one, I'll sell it to you.
Yes, I think this is a great instrument to start with, however most bagpipe supply houses are closed right now. You might have a better chance getting a practice chanter. I have them in stock.
Robert, the first thing that you need to do is to establish the "top margin" of blowing. That is the point where the chanter starts to go sharp if you are blowing too hard. You want to blow right under that margin. Most people play the bagpipe in general with not enough air in the bag. Once you've established a consistent chanter sound, then you can tune the drones. Have fun with these.
Dear Sir, I'm interested in buying a set like the one you play. I'm doubting between the Walsh Shuttle Pipes and the Twist Trap Practice Pipes. Have you any recommendations that you can give me, are you satisfied with the Twist Trap Practice Pipes? I’m looking for a set of smallpipes that I can use at home because I cannot play my Highland Pipes at home. Best Regards
@@bagpipesforbeginners Thank you for your feedback. I live in Belgium. For the moment I'm just looking to know if it's a valuable instrument and if the sound of the instrument is worth paying $499 USD. I'm looking for smallpipes that last a couple of years.
Matthew Croft : A couple of things: 1) learning to blow it properly is the first task as there is a small margin of pressure that you have to play within. If you over blow it you will never get it in tune. 2). I pushed my reed in deeper as my d and F were out of tune. In doing the it raised the hi A which I then taped. It just takes practice.
The trick to tuning it is learning how to blow between the top and bottom margins. Spend more time practicing on getting the chanter sound steady, then you can tune the drones.
Hi Corey, I'm sorry I just saw this post. The secret to tuning this set is to learn how to blow it properly. As you blow it, you will find a margin where the tone is consistent. That is where you would tune it. It just takes practice.
These are the RGH acetal small pipes. I can deliver them all over the World. These don't replace the big pipes. They are the "second" set to be played when your wife has a headache.
great video Gary thanks ! I just bought one from R.G Hardie. Love the song you played by the way ;) cheers from France (Bretagne)
Nice playing! Nice and steady and harmonious. I like it!
Thanks a lot!
Actually like these, I'm assuming they play quieter than the full pipes. The sound 🔊 is also sweeter.
Laird Sky They are a practice Chanter with drones.
Thank you for this informative video. My questions: is there a problem with learning on/playing an A440 chanter and later playing with pipers who's pipes are not tuned to A440? And how does the A440 tuning impact the learning process? Will I have to transpose the notes in all my lessons? Thanks again.
Hey Kim,
There is absolutely nothing you would have to do with the music to play this instrument. The regular chanter pitch is around 472. This instrument was designed to be played with concert pitched instruments. That’s the only difference.
Kim, the original Twist Trap Pipe is called the "Kitchen Pipe". I actually sell more of those. The Kitchen Pipe is in the regular pitch of the practice chanter. You wouldn't have to do any transposition on either instrument. If you'd like more information about both of these instruments, give me a call. I'm happy to talk with you about them.
Hi gary happy new year we ended up in sequim in2021
Hey Don, good to hear from you. We were in Sequim before you moved up there last year. I owe Dad a visit. Maybe some time this year. Have a great 2023.
Nice playing mate - I am thinking of getting myself a set of these as well. All the best for now.
Jim
Jim Oates : would you like me to order you one?
That is very kind of you mate - I am actually heading back to Scotland from the USA next week so will be checking them out and probably pick one up then.
Cheers.
Jim
Hi Gary, just bought a set after watching you play. Reading previous comments my worry is tuning, is there an app or tuner you can recommend?
Totes HILAR : you won’t be able to tune them until you master the blowing. You have to find the “sweet spot”.
Also you'll probably be better off tuning by ear.
Would you recommend getting these for a beginner in learning the bag pipes or get a just a chanter, then move onto this?
Personally, I would start with a practice chanter and then use this between the practice chanter and the "big pipe". If you insist on buying one, I'll sell it to you.
Yes, I think this is a great instrument to start with, however most bagpipe supply houses are closed right now. You might have a better chance getting a practice chanter. I have them in stock.
Great demo! What was the tune that you played?
Mc Neil of Ugadale a 6/8 March
I'm having a special on this instrument right now. It's on the front of my website: www.bagpipelessons.net
Hi Gary don axe again do you sell the reeds for the rgh twist trap small pipes?
Yes, They're $22 a set plus shipping ($10.00).
Just got a set in today. The reeds are incredibly easy and it's hard to find the sweet spot for playing. Any suggestions would be great.
Robert, the first thing that you need to do is to establish the "top margin" of blowing. That is the point where the chanter starts to go sharp if you are blowing too hard. You want to blow right under that margin. Most people play the bagpipe in general with not enough air in the bag. Once you've established a consistent chanter sound, then you can tune the drones. Have fun with these.
But you'r right , very good sound
Dear Sir, I'm interested in buying a set like the one you play. I'm doubting between the Walsh Shuttle Pipes and the Twist Trap Practice Pipes. Have you any recommendations that you can give me, are you satisfied with the Twist Trap Practice Pipes? I’m looking for a set of smallpipes that I can use at home because I cannot play my Highland Pipes at home. Best Regards
Werner Middelaer , I think this is a great value for the money. I sell it for $499 USD plus shipping. Where are you located?
@@bagpipesforbeginners Thank you for your feedback. I live in Belgium. For the moment I'm just looking to know if it's a valuable instrument and if the sound of the instrument is worth paying $499 USD. I'm looking for smallpipes that last a couple of years.
Yes, I think they’re a bargain for the money.
I just got a set of these myself but am having difficulties with tuning the chanter... Any tips or tricks?
Matthew Croft : A couple of things: 1) learning to blow it properly is the first task as there is a small margin of pressure that you have to play within. If you over blow it you will never get it in tune. 2). I pushed my reed in deeper as my d and F were out of tune. In doing the it raised the hi A which I then taped. It just takes practice.
I am having the same problem.
The trick to tuning it is learning how to blow between the top and bottom margins. Spend more time practicing on getting the chanter sound steady, then you can tune the drones.
Gary, how did you tune your TTPP's? Mine are sounding very snake charmer'ish. My drones sound but they are definitely not in tune. Help !??!
Hi Corey, I'm sorry I just saw this post. The secret to tuning this set is to learn how to blow it properly. As you blow it, you will find a margin where the tone is consistent. That is where you would tune it. It just takes practice.
Lovely sound =) name of tune?
Daniel Hauyon : The tune is MacNeil of Ugadale.
Thank's =)
Are those acetal pipes?
Yes they are. They sound pretty good, don't they?
Balint, can I make a set yours?
Gary Guth I dunno , I'm intrestes in Highland Blackwood ones , and the price seemd to be similar or at least close to RGH acetal pipes
These are the RGH acetal small pipes. I can deliver them all over the World. These don't replace the big pipes. They are the "second" set to be played when your wife has a headache.