18" Non-tuneable Bodhrán with Carrier Bag Reviews

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18" Non-Tuneable Bodhrán with Gig Bag
Sometimes it's best to go back to where it all began. This traditional 18" Irish bodhrán is already a classic - the simple and pure provenance of its design means that the player can experience the joy of discovering this iconic Irish drum like the first bodhrán players.
The professionally handcrafted 18" goat skin bodhrán, by Paraic McNeela, is made with a hardwood shell and a single cross bar. It was one of the first styles of bodhrán Paraic ever made and is still close to his heart.
Key Features of the 18” Non-Tuneable Bodhrán
Hand-selected Goatskin
Taped for extended harmonics
Arm cut-out for comfortable playing
Single T-Bar
Stylish Black Rim
Hardwood Beater included
Lightweight Carrier Bag with Handy Pocket for Beaters
For a great beginner bodhrán text and CD tutorial, check out Steáfán Hannigan’s tremendous Bodhrán Basics
And if you really want to treat yourself or the bodhrán lover in your life, check out our brand new premium padded McNeela Bodhrán Gig Bag. Available in two very smart colourways, get them now while they’re still at a special introductory price.
Looking to buy a bodhrán, you have come to the right place, come visit us in Baldoyle, Dublin 13!
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UK (5 - 7 days)
EUROPE (7 days)
USA and CANADA (7 - 10 days)
REST OF WORLD (10 - 14 days)

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18322432

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Unit 137 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle,
Unit 137 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle
Dublin
D13 X958

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“I have recently purchased a bodhran after significant research and I can honestly say I have not been disappointed. Although only a basic knowledge of playing I am teaching myself and the sound is much sweeter than a previous cosmetic bodhran I had. The build quality is quite lovely especially as it has been made in Dublin. Price and service has also been excellent. I would recommend McNeela Music to anyone.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Great sound, especially for an item to that price! Paraic McNeela's bodhrans are very nice to handle and play. I bought a 16" tunable deep rim two years ago, and that's just incredible! To quote a friend who tried it:"it feels so good to play an instrument that almost plays itself" I can strongly recommend any bodhran built by Mr McNeela!”

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Posted 10 years ago

“Recently purchased a 14" bodhran. Great service and delivery. Had ordered the wrong size rang to explain and had it changed straight away with no hassle. Would highly recommend.”

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Posted 11 years ago

“Just received my 16 inch Pro-Bodhran today. Very impressed with the quality. Do not start my lessons till next Monday so hope I can do it justice! The price including the shipping and exchange rate was about the same or a bit less than I would pay here in Canada for a factory produced one so very glad I found Mr. McNeela's website. Took 10 days through the post which is very reasonable time frame.”

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Posted 11 years ago

“Hi there, I am having trouble tracing my package. It is somewhere between Ireland and the Yukon, Canada. Once I receive the package I will forward a more appropriate review. Other than so far so good. Jennifer Kelly”

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Posted 12 years ago

“I got the 18"non tunable bodhran and I have to say its a great piece of kit. well made and sounds perfect. also got the 18" carry case and a number of beaters. very pleased”

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Posted 12 years ago

“My brother, a musician, researched these drums when our mother asked for one for Christmas. What he told me was that natural material trump plastic and hand made trumps machine made, and that skin of Nubian goat was historically the best material for these drums. This drum fit the bill, it was reasonably priced for something hand made and arrived promptly. It comes with it's own carrying case a bonus I wasn't aware that I would get. It arrived promptly, and I can't wait to see the look on our mother's face when she opens it.”

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Posted 12 years ago

“Received a great service and fast delivery. I asked for advice via e-mail and got the answer I was looking for right away. After receiving and playing the instrument, I can honestly say that the advice that was given couldn't be better. The instrument itself plays heavenly and sounds great. It keeps me motivated every day to pick up my beater and play it as much as possible. I would surely recommend this shop and it's instruments to anyone.”

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Posted 12 years ago