Trusted Bagpipe Suppliers for Practice Chanters
What Is a Practice Chanter?
The practice chanter is a smaller, quieter instrument used by all beginners to learn the bagpipes. It has the same fingering as the full pipes but uses a simple reed and does not require blowing a bag. This makes it the perfect tool for developing finger technique, memorizing tunes, and practicing daily without the volume of a full set of pipes.
Buying Advice
Always choose trusted brands like McCallum, R.G. Hardie, Walsh, Dunbar, Gibson, or Pipersâ Choice. These chanters are well-made, tune correctly, and will last for years. Avoid ârosewoodâ or knock-off chanters sold on online marketplaces â they are often poorly bored, hard to tune, and can make learning frustrating.
Below are recommended specialist piping shops and established makers. Grouped by region.
