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by Michael Foley
8 Oct 2016 12:46 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: How do I manually tune the strings of a lap steel to C6
Replies: 3
Views: 1739

How do I manually tune the strings of a lap steel to C6

I have my guitar set up to be a lap steel. It is a Fender Squier Strat with a nut extender, I raised the bridge too. Now trying to get it tuned to C6: C E G A C E. I was able to find a tone of middle C for the 2nd string so that's in tune, but as for the other 5 strings... well I'm a bit lost and do...
by Michael Foley
15 Sep 2016 7:39 pm
Forum: Steel Players
Topic: Lap or pedal steel guitar?
Replies: 25
Views: 11293

I do have a Fender Squire Strat guitar which is an entry level Fender with a decent sound. I did not know I could use it as a lap steel by replacing the nut. That is intriguing. Will I have to replace the strings with a heavy set of strings as well as the high nut? Also do I need to re-tune the stri...
by Michael Foley
13 Sep 2016 5:19 pm
Forum: Steel Players
Topic: Lap or pedal steel guitar?
Replies: 25
Views: 11293

Lap or pedal steel guitar?

I've never played a steel guitar before. Still researching and looking for a used steel guitar that is in my price range which is admittedly on the low end of the range, reason being that if I after playing for a while I decide that playing steel guitar is not for me then I can at least sell it easi...
by Michael Foley
13 Sep 2016 4:53 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Pedal Steel beginner asks for small amp model suggestions
Replies: 27
Views: 10106

Topic: Pedal Steel beginner asks for small amp model sugg

I want to say thanks to everyone who posted on my topic in the forum. It was all good information and I read everyone's posts.
I bought a gently used Peavey Bandit II Amplifier locally from an original owner and for a good price.
by Michael Foley
3 Sep 2016 11:56 am
Forum: Upcoming Event Announcements
Topic: ***Kansas Steel Guitar Invited Players List***
Replies: 24
Views: 8245

Kansas Steel Event

Where can I find a flyer for this event so I can find out the details?
by Michael Foley
23 Jul 2016 2:44 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Pedal Steel beginner asks for small amp model suggestions
Replies: 27
Views: 10106

Pedal Steel beginner asks for small amp model suggestions

First let me say how grateful I am to be a member of the Steel Guitar Forum because there are so many great guys who generously share what you know about the instruments and equipment. I am starting my search for a beginner level pedal steel guitar and amplifier. As far as a pedal steel, I will have...
by Michael Foley
13 Jun 2016 10:41 am
Forum: Upcoming Event Announcements
Topic: !!! Post your towns and states in the subject, folks !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 44848

Announcements

Excellent idea, I often look at the subject line of an event to see what city (town) or state an event is in. Many of us have limited time to attend a small event hundreds of miles away.
Oh, maybe bOb can add your suggestion to his Announcement notice too.
Cheers.