14" Non-Tunable Bodhran Reviews

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14" Non-Tuneable Bodhrán  Paraic McNeela has been making bodhráns since 1979, it's not a hobby for him, it's a passion. This professionally crafted 14" goatskin bodhrán has gone on to be one of his best sellers.  Key Features of the 14" Non-Tunable Bodhrán:
Made with a hardwood shell and a single cross bar.
Hand-selected goat's skin.  Nice size for young or petite learners Perfect for travel thanks to its compact size Taped around the edges for extended harmonic range Comes with a free bodhrán gig bag which is light in weight (handy for carting your bodhrán around to sessions).  Comes with a free hardwood bodhrán beater.
For a great bodhrán text and CD tutorial, check out Steáfán Hannigan’s tremendous Bodhrán Basics and if you're looking for an ultra smart bodhrán gig and travel bag, check out our all new Bodhrán Gig Bags, available in two colour ways, just launched and at a special introductory price for a limited time. McNeela Music have a large variety of bodhráns for sale, if you're not sure which bodhrán is for you, feel free to call Paraic Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm on 087-2569 672 / From outside Ireland  +353 18322432 and he'd be happy to help!  ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES: All orders placed before 12 pm are shipped the same day. Next day delivery in Ireland and N.IRL. IRELAND (Next Day) UK (3-5 days) EUROPE (7 days) USA and CANADA (7-10 days) Please our Shipping & Returns Policy for more details

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18322432

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Unit 137 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle
Dublin
D13 X958

I bought a bodhran from Mcneelamusic and the whole ordering experience went smoothly and efficiently. As soon as I submitted the order I received an e-mail to say that they would get the bodhran delivered as soon as possible! Which they did!!! My bodhran is of the highest quality and finish and looks and sounds great. I would definitely recommend Mcneelamusic to friends and family.
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Posted 1 year ago
All class! The bodhrán looks, feels and sounds great! It'll be fun learning to play it. The minor nuisance was the broken zip slider on the bag that I needed to fix.
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Posted 1 year ago
Perfect Experience ! Perfect. Bodhran purchased as a Chrissy present for my dear son, who's grown up with my musical 'obsession' with the Irish tradition as part of Australia's Bushwackers band - 53 years old in 2023. Thanks for the music - but even more - thanks for your devotion to producing wonderful instruments to inspire. Cheers, Dobe Newton
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Posted 1 year ago
You are very welcome Dobe! It is great that we can be an inspiration to musicians all over the world. Thank you very much for this great review.
Posted 1 year ago
Perfect practice instrument! I purchased the 14” non-turntable bodhran as a practice mate to my 16” tunable Ultimate Rosewood drum; I carry the 14” on my bi-weekly private lessons 64 miles away. The quality and compact size make it easily transportable to my practice gigs while still giving me a quality instrument to polish my strokes. Will probably purchase another 14” tunable model to complement my arsenal! Thanks, McNeela for another effortless purchase and delivery experience here in Alabama, USA!
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Posted 1 year ago
Thanks for the great review John! A 14" bodhrán really is a great choice for travelling, so I am glad to hear that it is working out for you in that respect.
Posted 1 year ago
Perfect travel drum I LOVE McNeela!!! I have a bigger drum as my main; but I travel some (by air) and the 17” is tough to travel with, so I picked up this smaller drum for travel and I LOVE it! Responsive, tough, and sounds great!
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Posted 1 year ago
Thanks for the review, Stephan. The 14" drum is certainly great for portability. It's quite common for people to own a few different sizes of bodhrán for this very reason! Glad you enjoy it!
Posted 1 year ago
Barry Skeffington
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One of many i have bought for myself and others, a solid player and such a versatile drum
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Posted 1 year ago
Thanks for the feedback, Barry. Glad to hear that the bodhrán has delivered!
Posted 1 year ago
Bodhran for the bodhran bar I ordered a bodhran for the Bodhran bar and was very pleased with the result, it was exactly what I asked for. Aaron was extremely helpful.
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Posted 1 year ago
Hi Alva. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review - we really appreciate it. Let us know how we can earn the fifth star next time! service@mcneelamusic.com
Posted 1 year ago