Bodhran Tippers
A bodhran is an Irish frame drum, usually played either by hand or, more frequently, using a tipper (also referred to as a beater or cipin). There are various options for its shape, length, material composition and even split options with cores that feature brushes – depending on personal preferences.
Hedwitschak of Germany manufactures these fine wooden tippers. Please select from the menu to view photos and information for each model.
Product Description
Gordon Falconer has designed these high quality tippers with natural oils for optimal grip and feel in hand. Each tipper is handmade, offering an enjoyable playing experience while offering great grip.
A bodhran tipper (also referred to as a beater or cipin) is used to produce lively rhythmic patterns on a bodhran drum head. This essential tool differentiates great from average players.
The Meinl FDT1 Bodhran Tipper is constructed from ash wood and designed for optimal ergonomics and touch when playing all aspects of bodhran techniques. As one of the premier tipper makers in Ireland, this tipper stands out with high quality construction from an experienced company.
Product Specifications
A bodhran tipper (commonly referred to as a beater or cipin) is a wooden stick used for playing the bodhran drum, creating rhythmic patterns on it. There are various types of tippers, including brushes, split models and brush ended models; some even feature plastic brushes on one or both ends that help produce unique sound variations when sliding or tapping against the drum.
The Meinl FDT1 Bodhran Tipper is an iconic beater made of ash wood. With its thick and full design, this beater makes an ideal accompaniment for experienced bodhran players as its weight helps create thicker sounds; however it might be too heavy for beginners who may experience wrist strain due to a heavier beater.
Roosebeck 8.25 Inch Sheesham Bodhran Tipper Cipin is another fantastic beater option, featuring off-center double ridges that offer excellent grip, as well as large knob ends for optimal use by beginners as well as more experienced bodhran players alike. This beater can be used by both beginning players as well as more seasoned professionals.
Product Reviews
This tipper is the ideal choice for beginners looking for a lightweight beater that feels good in their hand, as well as experienced bodhran players needing to hit hard triplets with ease. Constructed of bar ash wood – which boasts excellent strength but remains light enough – this tipper provides ample playing strength.
This Meinl frame drum tipper is handcrafted from ash wood and designed for comfortable gripping. Specifically tailored to complement the sound of a bodhran, its round form makes it easy to control.
Now more than ever, effect tippers play an integral part in giving a bodhran even more diverse sounds than its own drum can produce. These tippers include split tippers – some even featuring cores – brushes and felt tippers as well as different handles like those featured in MoGrip and MONSTER series of tips designed specifically to be used with it; all provide great sound quality but some offer superior handling than others.
Product Comparisons
A bodhran tipper (commonly referred to as a beater or cipin) is the drum stick used to strike rhythmic beats on a bodhran drum in order to create stunning Irish tunes. A must-have for any bodhran drummer. While any type of drum stick may do the job, certain varieties provide optimal comfort and sound performance.
MEINL FDT1 is one of the best budget bodhran tippers. Featuring leather ends that soften tone and make it suitable as session beaters, as well as being slightly longer than most tippers to help pros play triplets without straining their wrists too much.
Roosebeck 8.25 Inch Sheesham Tipper Cipin Off Center Double Ridge is another superb option. Designed with large knob ends and off-center ridges to enable players to grip it comfortably in their hands and cup it, it’s an excellent option for beginners as its easy grip makes playing much simpler. Plus its extra weight allows thicker tones.
