I want to expand...what should i get?

[PeteyWhistle]

I have a Seth Gallagher practice set. I am considering expanding the 'set' to include drones. Any recommendations of whom I should go to? Although I'm quite happy with the SG chanter, bag and bellows, I would like to try another maker for the drones. Also, do i need a new bag, or can the maker modify my existing bag? Please let me know your recommendations.

Thanks!

[BigDavy]

Hi Petey

As to drones, the best idea is the standard suggestion for anybody in your position - go to a tionol (pipers gathering) and try as many different sets of pipes as you can to see what you like in drones.

Personally I would get the bag with the drones, that gives you both options - practice and half set.

David

[waymer]

I would like to try another maker for the drones.

Any reason as to why you would want a different maker?

[simonknight]

I don't understand why you wouldn't get the drones from Seth. They'll match aestheticlly and most importantly they'll balance if you get let Seth fit them and make adjustments.

[KevinCorkery]

Seth does have a 30 month wait. Childress has 11 months for just an upgrade. Its possible to pick up a Gallaghar half set on e-bay occasionally.

[lundblad]

You will be very sorry if you don't go for Seths drones. Easily tuned, powerful sound and they will match your chanter. I platy on a Gallagher set myself and wouldnt think of getting another set...
Rob

[Hans-Joerg]

You will be very sorry if you don't go for Seths drones. ...

Apart from that you have a chance now to avoid another "Frankenset".

[amckay]

There's some other options you may wish to consider such as a traditional bored stock vs hollow stock. metal vs wood stock. Type of resonator on the bass drone. These are just a couple of options you could choose from as i've seen quite a number of clever ideas regarding drone design.