Robbie walsh
Robbie Walsh is a bodhrán player who hails from Dublin. Brought up with a strong musical background, his style is the definition of diversity and power. Robbie began to learn the ropes from the great Noel Dowling of Kilkenny. Taking these skills to the vibrant, session culture of Dublin, Robbie began to shape his style. In 2008 Robbie became the Dublin, Leinster and All Ireland Senior Bodhrán Champion. Throughout the years he has toured United States, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, U.A.E, South Africa and all across Europe. He has worked closely with dance show companies, including Celtic Céilí and Celtic Legends. Playing with various bands, he has worked with FullSet, Nederland’s Blazers Ensamble, The Dixiemicks and Ciorras. He is currently working and also a co-founding member of FourWinds, PerfectFriction and The Daoirí Farrell Bands. Read more!
Buzzer
The ‘Buzzer’ Signature Series was developed in collaboration with Robbie, based on his specifications. During the development process, we decided to create two models: a light tipper with a finer click and a slightly heavier tipper for more volume. In addition to these sound characteristics, there are two other special features: firstly, the handle is flattened on one side to greatly benefit Robbie’s playing style; and secondly, the graphic pattern on the handle is engraved to a depth of approx. 1 mm to make it very slip-resistant.
You can now buy the ‘Buzzers’ exclusively from Rolf Wagels’ webshop at www.bodhran-info.de Click on ‘Shop’ to go directly to the ‘Buzzers’ page.
buzzer „light“
- Lighter in weight, produces the perfect volume for playing with a smaller number of musicians
- Length 260 mm (10.24“), Weight app. 25 g, Wood handle: europ. Cherry, Dowels: 12 x Bamboo (3mm each), Lazer engraving: 1mm depth of graphics to provide great grip.
- moving mass 7-8 g (depending on grip position)
- Price: € 65.00 incl. VAT, plus p&p
buzzer „heavy"
- This stick was designed to have power. When swung, the additional weight gives the strike momentum – therefore reducing the overall energy needed to play.
- Length 260 mm (10,24“), Weight app. 27 g, Wood handle: Walnut, Dowels: 7 x Beech 4 mm + 1 x Walnut 5 mm
- moving mass: 8–10 g (depending on grip position)
- Price: € 65.00 incl. VAT plus p&p