Great care and attention must be taken when choosing to invest in a new set of bagpipes. Choosing to order bagpipes through Chris Apps Reeds LLC is a guarantee that the instrument will be of the highest quality and fully inspected prior to shipment. Chris Apps is eminently qualifited to reed and test the instrument and offers a six point inspection guarantee on every set ordered through Chris Apps Reeds LLC. Chris Apps Reeds LLC is commited to selling only the best quality bagpipes. Scroll down the page for further information.
The Chris Apps Reeds LLC 6 point inspection guarantee |
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| 1. All woodwork and engraving will be fully inspected. |
| 2. The pipebag will be checked for leakages. |
| 3. The hemp will be inspected for a tight, secure fit. |
| 4. The moisture control system will be inspected and/or installed |
| 5. Reeds will be custom made and installed |
| 6. The pipes will be played to ensure a quality sound. |
Why order through Chris Apps Reeds LLC
Chris Apps is a universally acclaimed reedmaker with 30+ years of experience on the Great Highland Bagpipe. His credits include success in both solo and pipeband competitons. He was the sound man for the 1997 Grade II Champions of Champions and most recently acted as Pipe Major of the prestigious Scottich Piping Society of London.
Apps reeds are highly sought after and are today played on every continent in the world. Chris is a certified judge for the Joint Committee for Judging (Scotland) and has judged in both Europe and North America. Chris is regularly invited to write, lecture and teach about bagpipe tuning and maintenance. Click here to see some articles written by Chris Apps.
Chris Apps Reeds LLC 6 Point Inspection Guarantee in detail
Woodwork and engraving inspection
Chris will carefully check all parts of your Bagpipe for chips, scratches, splits or other imperfections. Prior to becoming a reedmaker Chris spend years as a cabinet maker and later an antique furniture restorer. He is an expert wood craftsman with a reputation as a perfectionist who will never settle for second best. Should any imperfections be found the pipes would immediately be sent back to the manufacturer for correction.
Pipebag will be checked for leakage
It is very important to ensure the right pipebag is selected and that it is free of holes and leaks and is tied in correctly. Occassionally a bag will have a very small imperfection which will only show once the pipes are played. Any fault will be remedied or a replacement bag will be issued.
The hemp is inspected to ensure a tight fit and ease of tuning
It is essential that waxed hemp is applied correctly to the tuning pins so that the drones can be tuned with ease. It is also essential that the drones fit the stocks tight enought to prevent leakage. If the hemp is incorrectly applied Chris will rehemp the pipes prior to shipping.
Moisture control system is inspected and/or installed
It is essential to have a moisture control system in place no matter what type of pipebag is chosen. The moisture control system will regulate the amount of moisture on the reeds. Too much moisture on the reeds will decrease their lifespan and effect the sound. The type of moisture control system required will depend on the local climate and the owner's playing technique.
Reeds custom made to fit customers needs
All bagpipes bought through Chris Apps Reeds LLC will be fully reeded with custom made Apps reeds. The strength of the reed will be specific to customer requirements.
Pipes are played
The proof is in the pudding as they say. Chris Apps personally plays the new pipes prior to shipment. If Chris is satisfied that the set is one he would own himself he will ship them out. If not, the necessary corrections will be made.
