# Bagpipes - Scottish Bagpipes — Play the Highland Bagpipes

> Authentic sounding Scottish Great Highland Bagpipes simulator for mobile devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Eskin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagpipes-scottish-bagpipes/id1274790633 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Eskin](https://appshunter.io/developer/342739369)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagpipes-scottish-bagpipes/id1274790633/reviews.md

## What is Bagpipes?

Bagpipes is an authentic sounding set of Scottish Great Highland Bagpipes.

These are the most popular style of bagpipes, played in Scotland and around the world for parades and other events.

Touch any note to start the chanter playing. 

Once started, the chanter plays continuously just like a real set of bagpipes.

Touch the drone image to switch the drone on and off.

Turning the drone off also silences the chanter notes.

Touch the "?" to show/hide the note names.

Touch the "i" to visit the ePipes.co.uk website to learn more about their bagpipe-related programs and controllers.

Playing Tip: To make your playing sound more authentic and for repeated notes, quickly slide from an adjacent black key to the note you are playing to simulate a piping "cut" ornament.

You may play along with the music on your device by starting the music track playing on your device, then launching the app.

Audio samples provided by ePipes.co.uk

## Key features

- Authentic Scottish Great Highland Bagpipe sound
- Touch notes to play the chanter
- Control drone sound
- Show/hide note names
- Playing tips for authentic sound
- Play along with music tracks

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagpipes-scottish-bagpipes/id1274790633/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Lovely App

*2017-08-28*

Great tone and authentic sound. Perfect for those who want an air on demand.

## Frequently asked questions about Bagpipes

### How do I play notes on Bagpipes?

Touch any note on the screen to start the chanter playing. The chanter will play continuously, mimicking a real set of bagpipes. You can also slide from adjacent black keys to simulate piping ornaments for more authentic playing.

### Can I control the drone sound on Bagpipes?

Yes, you can touch the drone image to switch the drone sound on and off. Turning the drone off will also silence the chanter notes.

### Does Bagpipes have ads?

No, Bagpipes is ad-free. It provides an uninterrupted experience for users interested in learning or playing the bagpipes.

### What devices does Bagpipes support?

Bagpipes is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who want to explore bagpipe music.

### How much does Bagpipes cost?

Bagpipes is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. This grants you full access to its features without any additional costs or subscriptions.

### When was Bagpipes last updated?

The latest version of Bagpipes was released on July 30, 2018. While it hasn't been updated recently, it offers a stable experience for its current features.

### What is the age rating for Bagpipes?

Bagpipes has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for young children and general audiences interested in music simulation.

### Where can I learn more about bagpipe programs from Bagpipes?

You can visit the ePipes.co.uk website for more information about bagpipe-related programs and controllers. The app provides an 'i' icon to easily access this resource.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2018-07-30

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.3 — 2018-05-28

Fixed wavering drone sample.

### 1.2 — 2017-10-22

Updated for iOS 11

### 1.1 — 2017-09-19

Better UI scaling for iPad

### 1.0 — 2017-08-25

No release notes.

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All apps by Michael Eskin: https://appshunter.io/developer/342739369

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