Achieve a rich, stable drone sound at B-flat pitch with Balance Tone HR High Resonance Drone Reeds. Designed by renowned Pipe Major Bruce Hitchings, these reeds are made for Highland pipers seeking efficient air use, dependable strike-ins, and a vibrant tonal response.
Flat glass-fiber tongues help produce a steady, resonant tone while resisting moisture and changes in playing conditions. Adjustable pitch and volume allow the reeds to be tailored to the instrument and the player’s preferred setup. Individual shut-off plugs provide additional control during setup and maintenance.
Designed for compatibility with a variety of Highland bagpipe configurations, these B-flat reeds are particularly useful when performing with other instruments in churches, folk ensembles, bagrock groups, and other settings requiring lower-pitched tuning.
Product Highlights:
Designed by Pipe Major Bruce Hitchings
Tuned for B-flat Highland bagpipes
High-resonance design produces a rich, vibrant sound
Flat glass-fiber tongues support tonal stability
Adjustable pitch and volume
Individual reed shut-off plugs
Moisture-resistant construction
Air-efficient design helps reduce playing fatigue
Tested as a complete set for quality and consistency
Suitable for solo, ensemble, and performance use
Specifications:
Brand: Balance Tone
Model: HR High Resonance
Product type: Highland bagpipe drone-reed set
Tuning: B flat
Body material: Plastic
Tongue material: Glass fiber
Bridle type: Flat rubber
Adjustments: Pitch and volume
SKU: BTHRBB3
Shipping
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Orders over $300 receive free ground shipping to the lower 48 states.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.)
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
