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Liam- I agree with you that this thread should not be deleted. This forum is a valuable resource for pipers of all levels for both now and in the future. If something comes up, even a heated argument about terminology that is of importance to pipers, then it is important to the integrity of this for...

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Hi all! The pipes in question are still on E Bay. They are now up to $255.00 with 17 bids. If anyone is interested, bidding ends in a couple of days.

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On 2002-08-30 09:54, E = Fb wrote: I've ofen wondered why somebody doesn't attach an electric blower to the Uilleann Pipe bag. It could replace the bellows and give the player one thing less to worry about. I think the air volume requirements could be met without excessive blower noise. We're not t...

There is a paragraph under the picture saying that the thing in question comes from thumpmusic.com. If you go to the site you will see the aforementioned device for $59.00 along with a myriad of other inexpensive and probably unplayable pipes presumably of pakistani origin including a full mini set ...

Elbogo- If you want to learn the pipes, there is no rush to get a full set right away. The important thing is to get going on a practice set and at least get acquainted with the instrument. Many makers offer very nice ones that aren't very expensive. While you are beginning to learn the basics you c...

Well said, Peter.

Great Site!


(edited to correct spelling of sight to site. I make that mistake all the time)

Jen- be sure to check out http://www.uilleann-pipes.de and look at the delrin (polyacetyl) practice set that Andreas Rogge makes. It is really good.

Hi! reagrding a first pipe, you may want to try a polyacetyl (precision machined) practice set from Andreas Rogge of Germany. It is quite easy to play (in other words it sounds really seriously good most of the time) and is quite affordable. I love mine. The only downside is that it is not upgradeab...

If anyone has heard of Matthew Turnbull, Andreas Rogge has an order from him but does not have an address or anything. Any info would be appreciated. If you know him please log on to http://www.uilleann-pipes.de and go to 'contact'. thanks!

I was browzing around today and noticed a Taylor set (with problems) for sale on Ebay. Item#85868553. Buy-it-now price is $8,000.00. Oi! well.. It is a TAYLOR. THere are only so many. <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: Paul on 2002-04-15 23:32 ]</font> <font size=-1>[ This Message was edite...