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15" Performance Bodhrán [RED] Reviews

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The McNeela 15" Deep-Rim Performance Bodhrán 
Always innovating, always improving and most importantly always putting the musician first - this is what drives me. The McNeela 15” Performance Bodhrán features an 8-point hand tuning system and impeccable finish plus for a limited time only when you purchase any McNeela Performance Bodhrán you will receive 8 free bodhrán lessons with Rónán Ó Snodaigh!
 Key Features of the McNeela 15” Performance Bodhrán

Rim Depth 5”
Diameter 15”
8-Point Hand-Tuning System
T-Bar (removable)
Hand-Selected Goat Skin
Highly Responsive
Wide Tonal Range
Lush Bass Sound
Taped for Improved Harmonics
Comes with Gig Bag w/pocket for Beaters
BONUS Online Bodhrán Lessons with Rónán Ó Snodaigh


*Comes with Free Gig Bag, Bulbous Beater & Beginner Lessons*
Size15 inches is a great all-rounder size catering both for the travelling musician who doesn’t want to compromise on depth of tone and also producing supreme playability for the petite and younger bodhrán player. If you can’t decide between a 14” and a 16” this is the perfect compromise.
PerformanceAdjust tuning with lightning speed to respond to performance requirements for when you need your bodhrán to match pitch, volume and tone. With the wide range of tones available you can offer a subtle accompaniment in quieter session spaces and a full resonating bass in concert settings 
GoatskinEach goatskin is hand-selected for quality, responsiveness and sustain. This is a natural product and each skin will be unique to your bodhrán, waiting for you to explore its myriad properties. We recommend treating your skin with DrumDiddly bodhrán conditioning cream to keep it in optimum condition.
BONUS BODHRÁN LESSONS WITH RÓNÁN Ó SNODAIGH
With every purchase of any of my tuneable bodhráns you will receive eight lessons, YES eight lessons, with Rónán Ó Snodaigh, one of the greatest bodhrán players alive today.
These online lessons will cover everything from basic traditional Irish dance beat timing, traditional Irish music session performance, alternative beats, how to get the most out of your bodhrán skin, how to tune your bodhrán and everything else you need to get started on your bodhrán learning journey.
With Rónán’s magical way of teaching I guarantee you will fall completely and utterly in love with bodhrán playing.
These free online bodhrán lessons are exclusive to McNeela Instruments and will have you accompanying traditional Irish music sessions with gusto in no time!
If you're looking for a superb text tutorial check out The Irish Drum by Peter Houlahan %%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%/the-irish-bodhran-drum/
Review of the McNeela Performance Bodhrán
I am delighted with this bodhrán review from Jim Woods when I was first testing the New Performance Bodhrán range, I'd personally say Jim is one of the best bodhrán players in the world, so for him to send me this video really made my day. Check out the video below and listen to that beat!

 Good to Know:

14 day Money Back Guarantee from the day you receive the bodhrán.
1 Year Guarantee
If purchased before 12 noon it's shipped the same day
100% Refundable (just return it up to 14 days from when you receive the bodhrán)

 
ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES: All orders placed before 12pm are shipped the same day.IRELAND (Next Day)UK (5 - 7 days)EUROPE (7 days)USA and CANADA (7 - 10 days)REST OF WORLD (10 - 14 days)
Not sure which bodhrán is for you? Give Paraic a call and he'll be happy to advise. Mon - Fri 9am-5pm 087-2569672
From outside Ireland +353 18322432



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Location:

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

Is perfect I purchased this 15 inch as second drum ( I have 16 inch tunable ).... I wanted a tad smaller but didn’t want to sacrifice low tones. This is perfect . Case with tipper holders is handy as well. Communication excellent.
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Posted 4 years ago
Could not be happier with my Bodhrán. It is exactly the size I was looking for. McNeela responded to my questions quickly. This helped me narrow down what I wanted. Thank you so much.
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Posted 4 years ago
New bodhran. As usual never disappointed the drums are second to none I love the colour red..the sound is a joy.....I have now brought four drums from mcneela each one is a gem..I would have no problems recommending Mcneela drums
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Posted 6 years ago
Christopher H
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Nice tone easily tuned. Excellent delivery service, 9 days to under down under (Tasmania), Chris
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Posted 6 years ago
Very pleased with with this instrument . Its good quality and well made with a great sound
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Posted 6 years ago
As always Mcneela bodhrans are excellent...so well made,outstanding quality...And most importantly the sound....I’m really pleased with this drum...this is my fourth drum from Mcneela I’m sure it wont be my last..I would also like to add my thanks for such great customer service...I wouldn’t have a problem recommending there bodhrans....to anyone..buy one and try it...you won’t be disappointed
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Posted 6 years ago
20 years ago almost to the day I was given my first bodhrán for my 40th birthday. Since then I've had further three increasing in quality as my playing arguably improved. This Mcneela drum though is by far the best, it's sound and appearance attracting a very positive response where ever it has been played. It is a joy to play and the ease of use and responsiveness of the hand tuners are just how you would want them to be. Wonder what I’ll get for my 80th?
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Posted 8 years ago
Fast delivery. Very pleasant & accomodating transaction. I bought as a gift for a birthday in a month from now. Just hope birthday drummer is as pleased as I am
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Posted 8 years ago