Peadar Mercier (and his son Mel), Tommy Hayes, Johny Ringo McDonagh and others have made this iconic Irish drum an essential element of Celtic music.

The Bodhran is a single-headed frame drum with a shallow circular shell, featuring an animal skin membrane attached to one open end and two wooden strips inserted at right angles into its interior wall.

Product Description

Bodhrans are ancient Irish drums still played today and make a popular Irish gift, as their beautiful artwork often graces their skins.

Irish music enthusiasts and professional musicians alike can purchase these instruments, from small souvenir bodhrans that make great presents to larger tunable ones used by professional musicians. Crafted with goatskin for its distinct and haunting sound.

The Bodhran is a single headed frame drum with one side tacked to its shell (often goatskin), and an open end which allows a player to place his or her hand against it to control pitch and tone. Some variations also have one or two crossbars inside their frame for tuning purposes.

Bodhrans were initially used primarily as agricultural tools; however, since 1951 when Ceoltas Ceoiltoiri Eireann was founded, their use as musical instruments has increased significantly within Irish traditional music sessions.

Product Specifications

Bodhrans (pronounced bow rons) are powerful little musical instruments used for playing traditional Irish tunes. A typical bodhran consists of a round frame with goatskin stretched over it for smooth playback and music-making ability.

This 18″ bodhran is an essential addition to any traditional musician’s arsenal, constructed using top quality laminated birch wood frames, solid wood handles and genuine goatskin heads – made with only top materials!

It is the first bodhran with an internal tuning system to ensure you find exactly the note that suits your preferences. Most notable features of this bodhon include its extra-deep shell for optimal acoustic performance and dampening layer on its rim to reduce overtones for fuller sound and more precise pitch. Finally, its large and sturdy beater will surely please even experienced bodhran players.

Product Care

Bodhrans are an indispensable part of Irish musician’s kits and can be found in all styles from traditional to funkier. Bodhrans look fantastic displayed and are great way to interact with others at Irish pubs or bands, while their highly functional musical qualities allow anyone from beginner players to seasoned pros alike to use one. While new technological innovations may make caretaking easier than before, for a truly great bodhran experience is provided by using an appropriate case and regular cleaning and lubricating sessions; both will ensure years of great playing experiences!

Product Warranty

If there’s any issue with any product purchased from McNeela Bodhran, please file a warranty claim. Once submitted, our staff will assess it and decide if we should rectify or replace the item based on proof of purchase (with date and location of purchase) provided when filing your claim.

This limited warranty only covers the original purchaser of a Product. Items that have been altered or modified, used outside of manufacturer specifications, damaged due to misuse, negligence or casualty are not covered under this warranty; similarly damage due to normal wear and tear (scratches, blemishes and shipping damages aren’t either).

The Company agrees to repair or replace, at its option, goods found during inspection to be defective in terms of material and craftsmanship during this warranty period. Any part repaired or replaced under this agreement becomes property of the Company and shall become their responsibility.

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