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Ebony Bones Reviews

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McNeela Ebony Bones
Discover exciting new sounds with our brand new ebony bones. Measuring 195mm in length, and 25mm in width, these bones are crafted from ebony and polished to give a smooth, black marble finish.
This robust ebony bones are supplied with an adjustable O ring for ease of playing and produce a strong, clear, resonant tone.
Features of the McNeela Ebony Tipper:
Polished ebony
Length: 195mm
Width: 25mm
Bonus Features
Free O ring included for improved grip, comfort and ease of play.
What Are Irish Percussion Bones?
The bones, also known as rhythm bones, are a percussive folk instrument used to the same effect as the spoons. Historically, they consisted of a pair of animal bones but today they are far more frequently made of wood.
The bones as played in the Irish musical tradition are unique both in terms of the technique used to play them and the range of rhythms and sounds they provide to the player. The single handed playing style is most popular in traditional Irish music.
How to Play the Bones
Form a loose fist with the heel of your hand facing the ground. You can then hold the first bone between either your thumb and forefinger, or forefinger and index finger. Make sure to grip the bone close to the top, leaving the rest to hang down from your first. Then, place the second bone between your index finger and ring finger in a similar fashion. 
Bend your elbow and, keeping your wrist nice and loose, move it from side to side, shaking the bones. (Attaching an O ring will help to keep the bones secure.) This movement causes the bones to strike against each other, creating their distinctive percussive tone.
Tightening or loosening your grip allows you to achieve different tones.
Good to Know:
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Unit 137 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle
Dublin
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I purchase two sets of bones, the ebony and the tigerwood. I showed them to the person who is teaching me and he was very impressed. The have a great, crisp sound
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Posted 7 months ago
These bones are light and responsive with a crisp but not too overpowering a sound.
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Posted 1 year ago
Very nice quality wood and sound. Good craftmanship.
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Posted 1 year ago
Great service I'm enjoying my purchase very much thank you so much
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Posted 1 year ago
Not the easiest instrument to learn to play but the quality is great and sounds nice. The wood is so well-sanded and polished that if a bit slippery but I found that adding a rubber band to the end of the bone makes it easier to hold without dropping it
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Posted 1 year ago
On a whim, I decided to try and teach myself to play the Bones, and having looked at several sites selling them, decided these were the right ones to go for - and I'm sure I made the right choice. The service was excellent, and they arrived quickly. The bones themselves have a lovely feel and weight to them, are very comfortable to hold and produce a nice clear tone. I need more practice, but if I can get my playing to be as beautiful as these ebony bones, I'll be well pleased!
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Posted 2 years ago
Excellent service, well pleased with my purchase.
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Posted 2 years ago
Great weight and balance. Flawless wood finish. Clear sound. The “O-rings” advertised were not included, otherwise it would rate a 5.
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Posted 2 years ago