Selbie drone reeds are plug-and-play with zero breaking-in. I install a new set into my Peter Henderson bagpipes on camera; aside from a little dental floss for a snug fit, there's no fussing, tweaking, or waiting for reeds to settle.
Real numbers beat opinions: these reeds kick in around 10-12 inches of water and still won't shut off. Using a tuner app and my Precision Reed Tester with a Bagpipe Gauge, I show the tenors and bass locking to a flat, green line while barely sipping air, well below where most pipes typically play.
Before adjusting a new bridle, mark the factory position with pencil lines. Drawing a line on both sides of the bridle lets you make tiny, precise adjustments and always find your way back to the reed's original factory setting.
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These Drone Reeds Take Almost No Air (And Still Don't Shut Off)
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