Tradition Meets Innovation
The bodhrán tipper (also known as a beater) is the essential tool for bringing the traditional frame drum to life. From classic wooden styles to modern re-imagined designs, the right tipper influences your comfort, control, and the sound of your playing.
Styles and Options
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Traditional Wooden Tippers – Simple, durable, and perfect for learning and performing traditional rhythms.
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Ergonomic & Specialty Shapes – Designed for comfort and extended play, with different weights and grips to match personal preference.
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Modern Alternatives – Innovative designs such as Ramrods’ BodRod offer lower volume, softer tones, and expanded creative possibilities beyond traditional playing.
Brands We Stock
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Meinl – A trusted percussion brand offering reliable, well-crafted bodhrán tippers in a variety of shapes and sizes—ideal for both beginners and experienced players.
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Ramrods – Handmade in the UK, Ramrods’ BodRod reinvents the bodhrán tipper using bundled dowels, providing unique textures and a modern take on traditional playing.
Why Choose Drum Central for Bodhrán Tippers?
At Drum Central we bring together tradition and innovation. Whether you want the authentic feel of Meinl’s wooden tippers or the creative versatility of Ramrods’ BodRod, our range ensures you’ll find the right tool to suit your style.
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Ramrods “The BodRod” Bodhran Tipper
£18.00The Ramrods BodRod is a modern reimagining of the traditional bodhrán tipper, designed to inspire creativity and offer a more versatile playing experience. Constructed with a 10mm birch core surround...
Estimated Delivery Date 06/09/2025 -
Meinl Percussion FDT1 Bodhran Tipper – 25cm
£13.99The Meinl Percussion FDT1 Bodhrán Tipper is designed for players who value speed, agility, and balance in their playing. At 25cm long, this slim beater sits comfortably in the hand and provides excel...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025 -
Meinl Percussion FDT2 Bodhran Tipper – 24cm
£13.99The Meinl Percussion FDT2 Bodhrán Tipper is a traditionally styled beater designed to deliver authentic Irish rhythms with ease. Measuring 24cm in length, it provides an ideal balance between control...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025 -
Meinl Percussion FDT3 Bodhran Tipper – 25cm
£13.99The Meinl Percussion FDT3 Bodhrán Tipper is designed to deliver smooth, flowing rhythms on the bodhrán. Measuring 25cm in length, its slim and slightly tapered shape makes it fast and easy to contro...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025 -
Meinl Percussion FDT4 Bodhran Tipper – 23.5cm
£13.99The Meinl Percussion FDT4 Bodhrán Tipper is designed to give players a traditional yet highly functional tool for authentic bodhrán playing. Measuring 23.5cm, this tipper is built with thick knobs a...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025 -
Meinl Percussion FDT5 Bodhran Tipper – Leather Whips
£16.09The Meinl Percussion FDT5 Bodhrán Tipper is a special design created in collaboration with renowned bodhrán player Thórralf Schuh. Crafted from African wood for durability and balance, this tipper...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025