Instrument Setup & Maintenance

Let us help you optimize your bagpipes so you can focus on the music.

Professional bagpipe setup, airtightness testing, and precision maintenance tailored to fit YOU!

• Quick Tune & Inspection

  • Thorough inspection of pipes.

  • Re-hemping loose joints.

  • Drone reed seating and rubber drone valve checks.

• Airtightness & Efficiency 

  • Complete pressure-test of the pipe bag.

  • Tie-in verification or stock seasoning (for leather bags).

  • Blowpipe valve replacement and optimization.

• Master Seasonal Overhaul

  • Full deep cleaning of bores.

  • Oil treatment for African Blackwood or cocus wood.

  • Precision chanter and drone balance.

  • Final tuning, striking-in testing, and moisture control optimization. 

Why Choose Us...

• Air Economy: A poorly set-up bagpipe wastes up to 40% of your breath. We make your pipes highly efficient.

• Pitch Stability: Wood moisture and shifting reeds cause structural drift. We stabilize your setup for steady tuning.

• Instrument Longevity: Regular maintenance and hemp replacement prevent costly wood cracking and joint binding.

• Ergonomic Comfort: We adjust reed strength to match your physical blowing capacity, allowing for efficient playing for extended amounts of time.