Walton’s Bodhran Review
Are You Thinking About Purchasing a Bodhran? If you are, it can be overwhelming determining the ideal model to fit both your budget and needs. With traditional to modern types available – and even some with tuning mechanisms that let you set its pitch independently from external influences – choosing one may prove difficult.
This bodhran, manufactured in Dublin by an established company, features goatskin for traditional sound and comes equipped with a carrying case, hardwood beater and instructional DVD.
Quality
This beginner bodhran drum comes equipped with a hardwood beater and lightweight construction. Additionally, its goat skin head and deep shell make it suitable for Irish music – as well as different sizes and tuning options available.
For beginner bodhranists, the Roosebeck 16 inch Bodhran is an excellent option. Tunable tuning allows it to adjust its pitch easily; its green wood construction boasts a goatskin drumhead. Plus, its deeper shell makes it great for Irish music and tuning is effortless!
Walton’s Music offers an excellent selection of tunable bodhrans suitable for beginning players. Their classic range of standard bodhrans features goat skin heads and is handcrafted. Additionally, each comes complete with its own carrying box, hardwood beater and DVD. Walton’s Music offers quality woodcraft with real goatskin heads to accommodate beginners all the way up to advanced players alike.
Design
Walton’s Music offers the ideal drum for experienced bodhran players or those starting out. Their long history in Irish music makes their products enjoyable to use and they feature traditional plain designs as well as decorative Celtic designs in their selection of bodhrans and accessories such as bags and beaters – something many other stores cannot match!
Classic Bodhrans are handcrafted using only premium woods and come complete with real goatskin heads. Available in 8″, 12″, 15″”, and 18″, they come with various styles and gift packs; including carrying boxes, hardwood beaters and Nylon carry bags – everything needed to play this traditional instrument is included!
Walton’s Bodhran Pack includes everything necessary for getting started playing one of Ireland’s iconic folk instruments: an 18″ plain bodhran, carry bag and instructional DVD. This set makes an excellent present for someone wanting to learn how to play bodhran!
Crossbars
If you’re just beginning, one of the affordable models from Roosebeck may be perfect. Not only are these drums budget-friendly but their adjustable pitch adjustment feature can help new players hone their craft.
Modern bodhrans use goatskin or synthetic drumheads. Most available today can be adjusted in pitch to create more variations in sound; size can also play an influential role: some may find larger models produce more bass while being easier to bend in pitch bending.
A bodhran is an Irish frame drum which can be played either with your hand or using a beater stick. Pronounced “bow-rawn,” this versatile instrument can be played in many styles of music; plus it offers great opportunities to broaden percussionist skills while exploring Irish folk music.
Price
When purchasing a new bodhran, several key factors should be taken into consideration. These include its type, drumhead material and tuning system as well as size and overall construction.
Walton’s 18-inch Bodhran is ideal for beginner players. Constructed of wood with goatskin covering and an Allen wrench to enable tuning, this drum comes equipped with all you need to start playing the Irish tradition.
Meinl’s Bodhran is more costly than some on our list, but is well worth the investment as a high-quality drum that sounds fantastic and is simple to play. Crafted from durable mulberry wood with a tunable goat skin drumhead. Additionally, this drum offers maximum comfort without crossbars – this helps minimize overtones!
