“It has such a nice deep sound and is easy to hold. Easy to tune too. Really made well. ”
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McNeela Music Instruments, founded by Paraic McNeela and Irish family owned and operated to this day, is a brand with a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of fellow musicians. Paraic established McNeela Music Instruments over 40 years ago with a dedication to providing exceptional instruments. McNeela Music continues to thrive as a brand driven by the love and appreciation for music.
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We understand that music knows no boundaries. That's why we offer Priority Shipping to the US, UK, Europe and Rest of World at a reduced rate, to bring our exceptional musical instruments and accessories to musicians around the globe. No matter where you are, you can enjoy the convenience of shopping with us and having your chosen items carefully delivered to your doorstep.
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At McNeela Music, our commitment to our customers goes far beyond the initial purchase. We believe in providing world-class after-sales service to ensure that your experience with our musical instruments is nothing short of exceptional. From the moment you choose McNeela Music, you become part of our musical community, and we are dedicated to supporting you at every step of the way. Got a Question? Ask it here and we’ll respond very quickly!
Special Offer
Limited Time Only: 8 Free Bodhrán Lessons!
Buy The Rosewood Deep-Rim 14" Performance Bodhrán today and get free access to Rónán Ó Snodaigh’s master bodhrán course:
Learn at your own pace with expert guidance
8 comprehensive lessons including bonus material and videos
Master traditional and advanced bodhrán techniques for lively rhythms
The McNeela Rosewood 14" Deep-Rim Hand-Tuneable Bodhrán
This Rosewood Bodhrán has been designed to produce a deep resonating tone and represent the pinnacle of modern bodhrán making and, with Paraic’s easy to use hand-tuning system.
It doesn’t get much better than this plus for alimited time only when you purchase anyMcNeela Performance Bodhrányou will receive 8 free bodhrán lessons* with Rónán Ó Snodaigh!
Key Features of the Rosewood Deep Rim 14" Tuneable Bodhrán:
Crafted using beautiful rosewood.
Compact in size making it easier for the player to hold and control.
Produces a beautiful deep and rich tone with great sustain.
Highly responsive
Has a removable t-bar and arm cut-out for even more playing comfort.
8-point hand tuning system
Rim Depth approx 5 1/2”
Taped to extend its harmonic range and produce a gorgeous tone
Hand-selected, specially treated and cured goatskin
Head-turning good looks to match the sound it produces
Bonus Features:
Comes with free bulbous beater and handy bodhrán canvas carrier bag
BONUS BODHRÁN LESSONS with Rónán Ó Snodaigh
For a great bodhrán tutorial, check out Steáfán Hannigan’s tremendous book & CD combo, Bodhrán Basics.
BONUS BODHRÁN LESSONS WITH RÓNÁN Ó SNODAIGH
For a very limited time only, with every purchase of any of my tuneable bodhráns you will receive eight lessons, yes eight lessons, with Rónán Ó Snodaigh, one of the greatest bodhrán players ever.
These online lessons will cover everything from basic traditional Irish dance beat timing, traditional Irish music session performance, alternative beats, how to get the most out of your bodhrán skin, how to tune your bodhrán and everything else you need to get started on your bodhrán learning journey.
With Rónán’s magical way of teaching I guarantee you will fall completely and utterly in love with bodhrán playing.
These free online bodhrán lessons are exclusive to McNeela Instruments and will have you accompanyingtraditional Irish music sessionswith gusto in no time!
The Bodhrán Skin:
The skin is the most important part of the bodhrán. We've done many blind tests and the results are staggering. Even non-bodhrán players can tell the difference between a good quality skin and a poor one - it's that obvious. That's why we only use the best goat skins.
Our skins are sustainably sourced from healthy animals, carefully selected and examined for quality. The goat skins are naturally hand-cured in lime, which gives that all-important bass tone, then 'pickled' to close up the pores and finally stretched and left to sun dry, achieving a lovely clean 'bleached' finish.
Each skin is unique to your bodhrán and any imperfections or differences in thickness are normal and are a great way to allow you to vary tone and pitch when playing. McNeela bodhrán skins produce great depth of sound and are easy to tune.
'Whatever way Paraic cures them and treats them, I can get everything I want out of them. There’s a lovely sound to [the goatskins].”' - Jim Woods
Superior Tonewood
Why We Use Rosewood: We only use the best quality of wood and this bodhrán is made using rosewood. Rosewood is a hardwood and is quite dense and heavy. The more dense the wood the better the resonance.
Rosewood is not quite as dense as cocuswood or blackwood but it is still hard enough to allow for a strong earthly resonance, a really beautiful aesthetic and it's cost effective at the same time.
Key Points:
100% refundable (For any reason, just return it up to 14 days from when you receive the bodhrán).
1 year guarantee (this is very important when considering which bodhrán to buy).
Has a removable T-bar and arm cut-out for even more playing comfort.
ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES:
USA & CANADA (5 - 7 days) EUROPE (3 - 4 days) UK (2 days) IRELAND (Next Day) THE REST OF THE WORLD (5 - 7 days)
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Product Delivery
Ireland
Average Shipping Time Once Dispatched
Est. 2-3 days delivery
United Kingdom
Average Shipping Time Once Dispatched
Est. 5-7 days delivery
Europe
Average Shipping Time Once Dispatched
Est. 7 days delivery
USA
Average Shipping Time Once Dispatched
Est. 7-10 days delivery
Rest of world
Average Shipping Time Once Dispatched
Est. 10-14 days delivery
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Frequently Asked
Who is the founder of McNeela Music?
McNeela Music was founded by Paraic McNeela, an Irish musician and enthusiast with a passion for providing high-quality musical instruments and accessories.
What modes of payments does McNeela Music accept?
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What is the return policy at McNeela Music?
At McNeela Music, we strive to provide our customers with high-quality musical instruments and accessories. We offer a 30-day “Try-At-Home” return policy. We take great care in ensuring that our products are in excellent condition and carefully packed before being shipped.
Are the products at McNeela Music suitable for beginners?
Yes, McNeela Music caters to musicians of all skill levels, including beginners. They offer instruments and resources specifically designed to support newcomers on their musical journey.
How can I contact McNeela Music for further assistance?
For any further assistance, you can reach out to McNeela Music's customer support team through their website's contact page or by emailing us at service@mcneelamusic.com