I play McCallum AB3's and I love them!!

First, you'll hear people talk them down like they are El Cheapo or not as good as other Brands. But, I am a Working guy with kids and a Mortgage and I need a set of pipes that sound Great at a Great price. I have had mine for a little over a year and a half, and after I get them warmed up, they stay locked in tune.. I play tons of gigs every year and also play with a Pipe Band, and I get complements all the time for my tone and sound.. I say, if you have a small budget, go with McCallum's, you can always resell them later and pretty much get what you paid for them.

My 2 cents