Yes, the fabric of the synthetic bag is actually different--less "stretchy." All Canmore bags have a 2-year warranty. We consider the average lifespan of a synthetic bag to be roughly 3-5 years. If played a lot, the range can be on the lower end. After 5 or 6 years, it's good from a hygiene and precautionary standpoint to replace the bag. No one wants a bag to fail during a performance! Under most conditions, it is helpful to unzip the bag each playing session, so it has a chance to dry.
They did play pipes with red mounts, and the pipes were beaded but not combed. Now playing Wallace Pipes since Craig joined the band. I saw that one of them was auctioning off his old set with the red mounts for charity. Thanks for the video's!
Great question! Craig mentioned that this was a common misconception. Actually, they all play traditional Blackwood Wallace bagpipes. There are microphones on the chanters and on limited drones, but that's it! Pretty impressive!
