You can tune your chanter very quickly by simply turning the tuning dial to raise or lower your reed - while you continue to blow your pipes!The Campbell Chanter is based on the McCallum Bagpipes polypenco chanter design that offers a winning combination already recognized throughout the piping community. Video - How it works Video - Pipe Band Demonstration PDF - Instruction:
Plastic pipe chanter with no sole.This version of the Naill Poly Pipe Chanter is considered best for soloists. The Naill Poly chanter has excellent harmonics and is very responsive. Naill pipe chanters are made in England by David Naill & Co.1
The G1 Platinum Chanter has been designed and crafted to provide the highest quality sound with optimum comfortability. The the chanter easily reaches the demands of the modern day pitch now expected of grade one and grade two bands, stability and tonal quality without having oversized holes. According to G1, now being played by many top level grade one and two bands including Inveraray and District Pipe Band.
The G1 Platinum Chanter has been designed and crafted to provide the highest quality sound with optimum comfortability. The the chanter easily reaches the demands of the modern day pitch now expected of grade one and grade two bands, stability and tonal quality without having oversized holes. According to G1, now being played by many top level grade one and two bands including Inveraray and District Pipe Band.
McCallum Bagpipe Chanter in Key of AEnhance Your Piping with the McCallum Bagpipe Chanter in Key of AWhen it comes to quality sound, the key in which your bagpipe chanter is tuned makes all the difference. The McCallum Bagpipe Chanter, tuned to the true key of A at 440 Hz, opens up unparalleled musical possibilities, allowing for natural compatibility with a wide range of instruments.Why Opt for the McCallum Bagpipe Chanter in Key of A?Natural Harmonization: This McCallum Chanter is calibrated to the true key of A at 440 Hz, making it perfectly harmonious for ensemble performances involving other instruments also tuned to A.Simplified Ensemble Playing: When you're using this McCallum Chanter in the key of A, musicians on other instruments won't need to transpose their music to match your pipes, making for smoother rehearsals and performances.Versatility: Suitable for a broad array of both traditional and contemporary tunes, this chanter offers you increased musical versatility.Key Differences Between A and B-flat:While chanters in B-flat have their own unique characteristics, they don't naturally align with instruments in the key of A, requiring musicians to transpose their parts. The McCallum Bagpipe Chanter in the key of A at 440 Hz makes ensemble performances more effortless and cohesive.Drone Reeds Compatibility:We recommend you use B-flat drone reeds and additionally drone top extenders in order to tune your drones to the key of A at 440 Hz.
The McCallum Bflat Polyoenco Chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. To avoid confusion. If you are looking for a 440 Hz pitched chanter, then this is the correct chanter. 466 Hz Bflat (as shown on a tuner showing key of Bb) is equivalent to 440 Hz concert pitch (as shown on a tuner showing key of A) .The McCallum Bflat Chanter has a completely new internal size, new throat, new reed seat and hole pattern. It is round holed and very easy and comfortable to play.
The McCallum CEOL B-flat Chanter is tuned for the concert pitch A = 440 Hz and has been specially designed for ensemble playing with other instruments such as wind bands, folk music, or orchestral music.This B-flat chanter by McCallum is designed to produce a B-flat (Bb) note at 466 Hz when other instruments are set to the concert pitch A = 440 Hz. This allows the bagpipe to be in tune with these instruments.McCallum Bagpipes has completely overhauled the chanter in several areas. A new internal diameter improves the sound and tuning stability. The reed seat has also been redesigned and optimised to ensure a precise response and stable play. Finally, McCallum has optimised the hole spacing to make gripping the notes easier. The holes are designed to be round to facilitate comfortable playing and improve finger positioning.Whether you play in an orchestra, a folk band, or a wind band - the McCallum CEOL B-flat Chanter allows for precise tuning and easier ensemble playing with other instruments.
The McCallum Ceol Polyoenco Chanter - 478hz - 480hz pitchCeòl is Gaelic for music, the Ceòl pipe chanter creates music not just sound.It has a completely new internal size, new throat, new reed seat and hole pattern. It is round holed and very easy and comfortable to play. It is designed to work well with a wide variety of reeds.Mccallum Bagpipes has taken a long time to be sure it is a winning sound, and all the bands that are playing it to trial it, are doing really well in their various grades.
The McCallum Ceol Polyoenco Chanter - 478hz - 480hz pitchCeòl is Gaelic for music, the Ceòl pipe chanter creates music not just sound.It has a completely new internal size, new throat, new reed seat and hole pattern. It is round holed and very easy and comfortable to play. It is designed to work well with a wide variety of reeds.Mccallum Bagpipes has taken a long time to be sure it is a winning sound, and all the bands that are playing it to trial it, are doing really well in their various grades.
The MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. The MK2 is pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 Hz and has slightly larger (oval shaped) holes than the other McCallum chanters, allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.Difference between the various McCallum Chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
The MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. The MK2 is pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 Hz and has slightly larger (oval shaped) holes than the other McCallum chanters, allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.Difference between the various McCallum Chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
In line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. The McCallum MK3 is pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 Hz and has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Difference between the various McCallum Chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
In line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. The McCallum MK3 is pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 Hz and has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Difference between the various McCallum Chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
The McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter is pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 Hz and has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Difference between the various McCallum chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
The McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter is pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 Hz and has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Difference between the various McCallum chanters:MK1 = round holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe first generation McCallum bagpipe chanter with standard round holes for a comfortable grip. This chanter was succeeded by other McCallum chanters over the years. If you are not playing with a band that uses this particular model then we recommend you opt for one of the newer models.MK2 = slightly larger oval holes, pitched at approx. 476 Hz - 478 HzThe MK2 is McCallum´s second generation chanter and a very successful bagpipe chanter at that. Still the most popular pipe band chanter on the market today. The holes are slightly larger (oval shaped) than the MK1 and MK3 allowing for greater sound projection. This chanter is not only popular with pipe bands, it is also preferred by solo pipers.MK3 = round holes, pitched at approx. 482 Hz - 484 HzIn line with the rise in overall pitch in piping today (in particular with pipe bands), the new generation McCallum MK3 chanter offers a slightly higher pitch than the other models. This modern chanter also has round holes and sits very nicely in the hand. SOLO McC2 = round holes, pitched at approx. 472 Hz - 474 HzThe McCallum solo chanter is quieter and slightly lower pitched than the other chanters. Stability of the piobaireachd high G was a major development, a great plus for solo competitors. The McC2 solo chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a very comfortable grip.Bflat = round holes, pitched at approx. 466 Hz (440 Hz concert pitch)The McCallum Bflat chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. Like most of McCallum´s chanters, the Bflat chanter also has standard round holes allowing for a comfortable grip.
Peter Henderson Polypenco Pipe ChanterDesigned by Alastair Dunn, Double Gold Medalist and Pipe Sergeant of eleven-time World Champions Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band.This chanter provides optimum sound when pitched in the range 478hz to 482hz. Round Finger holes, new reed seat design and oval sound holes allow this chanter to deliver a rich, resonant sound with projection and stability.
R. G. Hardie Infinity Bflatr Plastic Pipe Chanter (466 Hz Bflat).This chanter is ideal for playing with other instruments (brass band, folk group, orchestra etc.) in the key of Bb. To avoid confusion. If you are looking for a 440 Hz pitched chanter, then this is the correct chanter. 466 Hz Bflat (as shown on a tuner showing key of Bb) is equivalent to 440 Hz concert pitch (as shown on a tuner showing key of A) .
R. G. Hardie Infinity Plastic Pipe ChanterDesigned in 2019 by Alastair Dunn, Double Gold Medalist and 10-time World Champion with Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band.This chanter features smaller finger holes in comparison to our new Omega Pipe chanter. Larger holes provide more projection and a brighter sound however the size of the holes are not always comfortable for every piper. The Infinity and Omega chanters allow pipe corps to integrate and play at the same pitch.The Infinity chanter has been extensively tested in a synthetic and leather pipe bag set-up with a range of reeds and produces a rich resonant tone that will provide superb harmonics with any set of drones. It provides optimum sound when pitched in the range 480hz to 484hz.LISTEN TO LINCOLN HILTON PLAYING HIS TUNE I.O. (INFINITY. OMEGA.) ON THE INFINITY AND OMEGA PIPE CHANTERS:
R.G. Hardie Omega Plastic Pipe ChanterDesigned in 2019 by Alastair Dunn, Double Gold Medalist and 10-time World Champion with Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band.This chanter is an updated version of the MKII Hardie pipe chanter where the internal specification and hole positions have been optimised to deliver a robust, bright sound that will deliver a first class sound for pipe bands of all grades. It features oval finger holes and sound holes for maximum projection. The MKII chanter has been played by Dollar Academy Juvenile Pipe Band since 2014, winning multiple World Championships.LISTEN TO LINCOLN HILTON PLAYING HIS TUNE I.O. (INFINITY. OMEGA.) ON THE INFINITY AND OMEGA PIPE CHANTERS:
Shepherd Polypenco Orchestral Pipe Chanter Designed to operate at around 440 Hz (B-flat)Ideally suited for the Highland Bagpipes combining and harmonizing with other musicalinstruments
Shepherd Classic MK3 - The prize winning chanterProduces around 478 Hz, consistent Winner of all championships including the coveted World Pipe Band championship. Favoured by the top competing pipe bands for its stability and quality of sound
The new addition for 2008Producing a pitch above 450Hz, designed to produce an Harmonious Sound and Higher Pitch. Often desired by the the modern piper
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