This is where I think that buying bagpipes is different than buying kilts. While I have enjoyed building up a collection of different kilts in the closet, I think that buying bagpipes is like marriage: do it right the first time.

Consider saving up the additional amount of money needed to get the set of bagpipes that you really want. The additional time will be well spent on the chanter, since it takes a while to master taorluaths and tunes. If you're not in a band there's no rush to get you onto a set of pipes, except your own impatience. I waited a long time to buy my D. Naills and have never regretted it. They're exactly what I wanted and are well worth the money and the wait that I put into them.

If you buy something you're really not happy with now, you'll be planning on how to uppgrade within 3 months. Delayed gratification is a good thing when it comes to buying bagpipes.

Cordially,

David