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I can't imagine that being a design intent, or good for the long term health of the guitar.

If the leg's threaded plug is off axis the leg tip will "describe a circle" when you're screwing it into the body. You could use it as a rear leg where that won't matter.

Thanks, Jack. I would love to do that.
I purchased my tuner used from a forum member. I can't use Peterson's configuration tool because the device is paired with his product registration. I sent a message to Peterson to see if there is a work around.

I've had a StroboPlusHD for just two months, and using S E9/ S P9. Jack, thanks for the "A+B down together" tip! My understanding is that S E9 is for open strings, S P9 for pedals and levers. It's the same Open/Pedals arrangement for S E9/ S P9, O E9/ O P9, and E M9/ E P9, each pair having...

J D, that clip is awesome! He's playing a Fessy there. I saw Robert Randolph on the Experience Hendrix tour with Joe Satriani, Jonny Lang, Eric Johnson, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Respect! It was amazing to say the least. In his set with The Family Band the stage was awash with Fessenden steel guitar...

Hi David. I like using soft cases, and separating the legs/pedal-bar from the body (a.k.a poor man's "split cases"). It's an inexpensive solution, and offers significant weight savings compared to a hard case. I use a soft soft keyboard case (gig bag, nuthin' fancy) for the guitar body, an...

Just... WOW!

Hi Allen,

I'll take the StroboPlusHD tuner. Sending you a PM with contact info to exchange details.

That's outstanding, Doug. . . Put a bow on it! Thanks for sharing sharing so much music over the years. You teased a good one out of that pretty red Encore ==> I Can't Help It If I'm Still in Love With You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QT4Tbmqxy4o . The phrase that starts at 1:13 is so cool!

What sad news! b0b's creation and care of the Steel Guitar Forum gave us all so much. Our growth as a "community" owes a great deal to b0b. RIP Bobby Lee.

Oh no! Sad to see this. I met Stu at the Denver steel show a few (three?) years ago. He was a kind, generous soul. I'll miss you, Stu.

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It has been my experience that most of what you may be experiencing is that one string is starting b4 the other when being engaged. If they both start at the same time it will feel mo' betta'. This was the issue with the A-pedal on my Carter (2008 SD-10, 4-raise/2-lower changer). I followed Pali's ...

Thanks, Keith, this is great info! I had thought about the "off-point" control only in terms of adjusting where the sound is completely off. If I understand correctly, adjusting the off-point (Hilton pedal) and amp volume can change the pedal response dynamics. Can't wait to experiment wit...

Just stumbled onto this interesting SliceBlog post on pedal steel:

https://splice.com/blog/keeping-pedal-s ... tar-alive/

Brett, I used some thin EVA foam to redo my pad. EVA is a high-density, closed-cell foam, rugged and long lasting. It's available in various thicknesses. I think I used some that was around 4 mm thick. The pad is covered with faux-suede cloth that I found in a fabric store. It's a lot more comfortab...

I experienced the same issue with my Carter guitar. The rubber tips deform, compress, and get worn over time. They don't provide a secure, hard-stop for the pedal-bar. I tried crutch tips, but they were too BIG, not tight on the legs, and reminded me of Herman Munster's shoes. My solution was instal...

I tried Richard's suggestion, and cut one loop off of that spring. It was a definite improvement, but I might want more resistance (not so much that I'd need to summon assistance). My 2008 Carter SD-10 has a 4-raise/2-lower changer, but finger #11 has 3 lower-holes. Ample room for fine-tuning. I'm g...

Just learned of the death of Tricia May, a dear friend to me, and my wife, Elan Robinson. I played guitar and pedal steel guitar in her band, "Tricia May and Calico" mid-1980s in So. California. We were the house band at the Galleon Room in the Orchid Bowl, Goleta, near Santa Barbara, CA. ...

Nashville Rash, soooo fun! And I love Dale, at 2:00 when he gets going with the famous names.
Bright Lights and Blonde-Haired Women is sweet. It's nice hearing you on this style.

Great playing, Ricky. I've got this album queued up for some real country music enjoyment.

Touch, tone, taste.... Ricky Davis has got it!

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Did anyone shoot pictures of the gala event? S Got a few. :D https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/14373_20210829_133258_1.jpg https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/14373_20210829_142504_1.jpg https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/14373_20210829_134415_1.jpg https://bb.st...

What an excellent advertisement for buying an old, reliable, REPAIRABLE Peavey amp with no G*d**n software!! I know what you mean. I have a Peavy LTD-400 with EVM-15L speaker and a nice road case sitting in a spare room in my basement. It needs a trip to the "Peavey Spa" in Meridian, MS. ...

Wow, Andy! Where do you find these treasures? Keep us posted on this rebuild.