The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #140221   Message #3222666
Posted By: Dazbo
13-Sep-11 - 02:31 PM
Thread Name: A (potential) new bagpiper
Subject: RE: A (potential) new bagpiper
Well it looks like I'm closing in on a choice. I'm impressed with what I've read and heard about Jon Swayne's pipes so I'm teetering a student set from him.

However, choices raise their ugly heads!!! would you recommend one or two drones? Two drones are more expensive and I presume uses air faster but sounds better than one. Would it be easier to sell on a set with two drones or one? Is it worth the extra for the second drone as a beginner?

What are the pros and cons of bellows? On the down side they add cost on the upside put dry air into the bag and are more hygenic. I think I would prefer mouth blown but what other advantages would bellows give?

Please keep the tips, suggestions and advice etc coming.

Thanks