The Steel Guitar Forum

Just wanted to say that I had this happen once, and almost drove me crazy. It turned out to be the strings. As I tuned, the loop on the end of the string that attaches to the tailpiece, got smaller. It was unwinding. I could get it in tune, but a minute later would be out. I bought a better brand of...

Was listening to Bill Mack on the radio during lunch. He announced this news on the air. Very sad news. He was the best...."the voice".

I got there late and only got to see Mr. Sweeney's set and the "jam" at the end. I heard some excellent steel guitar. Mr. Sweeney...one of the best I have ever heard. Mr. Oliver and Mr. Carr....awesome playing. Mr. Tommy Young...glad I got to meet you. I hope I get to attend the entire eve...

Ms Hammit,

You are one of the best. Have been a fan since your days with Bill Anderson.

Great website.

Hello Jack

If you remember me, I played drums for you last Saturday at Blackhawk.

You guys should have a great show, espcially with Danny Lyles on steel. He is one of the best. Wish I could be there, but will be out of town.

Like Steve said,
Put a short cable from your send to your return jack...then plug your guitar into one of the input jacks.

I have one of these amps, and this has worked for me. If you have those send/return jacks replaced it will fix the problem. But using a cable is cheaper.

I only use my Zum, Volume Pedal, and Nashville 112 amp.

I have tried everything, but to me nothing beats simplicity.

I wish the best for Bobbe. I will say a prayer for him.

The Tennessean paper announced this morning that the Grand Ole Opry is starting a new Thursday night Opry show in 2009. It will be classic country music only. It will feature the classic stars doing their hits, and new stars doing only the classics. The story is available at tennessean.com It is on ...

I would also like to thank Mr. Seymour. He probably does not know me from Job's turkey...but...If it were not for him, I don't know I would be right now on steel. I bought my Sho-Bud from him in 2004, as well as my seat, amp, and volume pedal. I also have most of his instructional videos. Like he sa...

I was at the Tuesday night Opry on June 10th. He was subbing for Tommy White that night also. I had seat number one on the front row....right in front of him. Beautiful, inspired playing is all I can think of to describe it. He played with everyone that night except Bill Anderson and Jimmy Dickens, ...

Doug,
Tommy White was playing steel, and I believe it was his Show-Pro.

A little over a month ago, I was in Nashville and had the opportunity to take in the Opry at the Ryman. It was the first time I had seen the Opry there, and it was a double pleasure because I got the chance to see my son Eddie, who has been playing steel with Bill Anderson for just about two years ...

I agree with all of you, I do not like the new stuff. But I attend the Opry at least once a year, and there is still some great music to be heard on the Opry...you just have to go on the right night. A couple of years back Gene Watson and his band brought me up out of my seat and raised the hairs on...

First "real" concert was in 1991 at the new Pyramid Arena in Memphis, TN. Hank Williams Jr, Patty Loveless, and Doug Stone. A packed house with around 22,000 in attendance. All three artist had steel guitars, of course Hank had the great Cowboy Eddie Long on steel. First concert that I rem...

If I am not mistaken, that was the great Paul Franklin. Incredible playing.

The National Anthem was lip-synched. I was watching for it and saw it. Tom Petty was playing live, and still sounding great. I make it a point to watch the drummer. If it is tracks playing, the drummer will usually hit a cymbal that does not match the track, or you will hear a cymbal crash and he do...

This discussion reminds me of how important 650 WSM radio out of Nashville is. It is available on AM radio, internet, and XM satellite radio. Eddie Stubbs is on every weeknight until midnight playing classic country. He even plays actual records. I visited the studio a couple of times, and there are...

This will be on RFD-TV. I am glad to hear that Tommy and Wanda will be on the show. I became a fan of Tommy's back in the old TNN days when he was on "Music City Tonight" with Crook & Chase. In fact, the whole band was great. First RFD-TV brought back Ralph Emery.....Now Crook & Ch...

Thanks again everyone for posting. Carl, You wanted a report on going from a Sho-Bud to a Zum. I played a gig Sunday night with my Zum. I have found that the pedals and knee levers are a lot more sensitive....can't rest those legs or feet at all on them. The old Bud could take a little of that. Also...

I saw the show a few nights ago on PBS. I thought it was awesome seeing Clapton playing "Matchbox" with Carl Perkins and Cash. I didn't know that performance even existed.

I could tell Clapton was in awe of Perkins as he took his turn playing lead.

Congratulations...beautiful guitar.

Thanks everyone for posting.

Gary....althought that was a tempting offer...no trades at this time..

Larry, It is used, but it is like new....well taken care of. Tommy, Yes you know this baby. When I opened the case, the first thing I saw was your little white sticker underneath. Sorry, but I won't be parting with it anytime soon. It sounds awesome. It's previous owner is a good family friend. I wi...

May family gathers every Christmas at my parents house to exchange gifts. When we were nearly finished last night, my parents came dragging this out for me. I was overwhelmed to say the least. I am very thankful and proud. Looks like my old Sho-Bud will spend some time in the case while I get to kno...