Hand made ergonomic bodhrán Tippers for double end style bodhrán players
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Last updated on Jan 5, 2023
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Gabby on Sep 25, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThis is my first tipper as I’m new to the Bodhran and it’s absolutely beautiful! Working with Ken was a great experience and I would definitely recommend!
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Sheryl on Jul 28, 2026
5 out of 5 starsKen was great and replied quickly to my questions. He packaged the items up that night and I received them quickly. I really like the tippers.
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Jeffrey on Jul 25, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThis is by far the best tipper that I own, and it is exactly what I wanted.
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Tanya on Jul 13, 2026
5 out of 5 starsAbsolute fabulous quality, really fast delivery. Highly recommend this seller. Amazing product.
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Tanya on Jul 13, 2026
5 out of 5 starsAbsolute fabulous quality, really fast delivery. Highly recommend this seller. Amazing product.
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Tanya on Jul 13, 2026
5 out of 5 starsAbsolute fabulous quality, really fast delivery. Highly recommend this seller. Amazing product.
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Tanya on Jul 13, 2026
5 out of 5 starsAbsolute fabulous quality, really fast delivery. Highly recommend this seller. Amazing product.
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John on Jul 8, 2026
5 out of 5 starsKen shipped it out the day I ordered it, and it arrived soon after. Quality made and sounds wonderful, just the quieter sound I was looking for to accompany the occasional waltz. Thanks again, and yes I recommend him to anyone else that is thinking about the purchase.
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Etsy buyer on Jul 8, 2026
5 out of 5 starsI'm a beginning bodhran player and bought several tippers to experiment with what I liked. This one has quickly become my favorite - the groove makes it easy to hold lightly yet securely so that it doesn't take flight mid-tune. So glad I got a chance to use one like this for 2 minutes while in Ireland - otherwise I would never have known to buy one!
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About ModhransTippers
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On Etsy since 2015
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Breathing a lot of sawdust to make your tippers -
1980s - I've played bodhrán for over 40 years with this style grip and never had wrist or hand problems -
2000s - I've played bodhrán for over 40 years with this style grip and never had wrist or hand problems -
A usually make a bunch of tippers at a time, so if you don't see what you need, contact me and I'll make more -
2010s- I've played bodhrán for over 40 years with this style grip and never had wrist or hand problems
Shop about video description
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Ken Larson
Owner, Creator
Shop policies
Last updated on
December 13, 2015
Accepted payment methods
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
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Last updated on
Dec 17, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders
Contact me with any questions about custom orders (size, weight, balance, wood, etc...) and we can discuss what you'd like, I may ask a lot of questions and won't make the stick unless I think I understand what you want. I also won't send you an invoice until I send you a pic and you see what you're getting.
Sizing details
Each bodhrán tipper has a description including the length, weight, center or offset grip, and whether it has a right handed or left handed grip.
Care instructions
I finish each stick with Tung Oil to protect the wood. If they seem too dry re-oil them with any basic oil finish or finishing wax.
Custom engraving
I can laser engrave names or very short phrases on my tippers - so just tell me if that's what you'd like.
FYI, I also engrave "Modhrán" on all the sticks, so if you'd prefer not to have the shop name on the stick, I'll have to make you a custom order.
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