What are the thoughts of the experienced pipers here on types of reeds? Are synthetic reeds as good as natural ones? Which last longer? I heard that some pipers soak their reeds in scotch to preserve them. Thoughts anyone? (And yes, I know I can ask my instructor- but I have to wait until Wednsday and I'll forget half of my questions by then! Not to mention the fact that I get the whole almost instant gratification thing here. )