CHANTER REEDS

My reeds are a general-purpose reed, available in any strength, and will pitch between the mid 470s to the mid 480s, depending on the chanter and conditions.

They are a straight-cut design, and work well in a wide range of chanters.
I am happy to tailor reeds to suit the individual, in particular for older players and those needing easier reeds.

Generally, there is 1 week wait before reeds are shipped after the order is placed. Possibly a little longer for large orders.

I allow a 60 day return period if the reeds are not suitable for your needs. Simply post them back and I will refund your payment and cover your postage costs.

PRICE: AUD $15.00 each, with no minimum order.

AUTRALIA SHIPPING: AUD $10.00 for any quantity.

WORLWIDE SHIPPING: AUD $25.00 for any quantity.

Payment is welcome by Cash, Bank Transfer or Paypal.
QUICK CHANTER REED GUIDE
  • During transit, the reeds may dry out and be hard to play when first tested. Holding the reed in the mouth, breathe through it for 30 seconds to a minute. This will soften the fibres and give a more accurate idea of the reed's strength.
  • If the reed is still too hard, open and close the reed's "mouth" a number of times by lightly squeezing the middle and top area. This will not have a significant affect on pitch, but will help to further ease off the reed.
  • If the reed is too hard and too flat, particularly C or F, a moderate squeeze at the sound box will assist.
  • If the reed is too hard and has a sharp High G or a thin sound, try lightly thinning the blades in the middle area, more to the sides than the centre.
  • If the reed is too easy and flat, cut .5mm of cane from the tips of the blades.
  • If the reed is too easy and sharp, try opening the reed's mouth with a mandrel.
  • If the chanter's scale has a sharp top hand, lift the reed until balanced.
  • If the chanter's scale has a flat top hand, sink the reed until balanced.
  • Care for the reed by avoiding it becoming too wet or too dry. Between playing sessions, remove the chanter and protect the reed with a chanter cap.




Ross Bates
0411 168 146
rabates1@live.com

Last updated 03/11/2025