Alumitone PU
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Alumitone PU
There's a few that have this pup on their guitar and was curious how you like it so far. I'm thinking of getting one and kinda like to get some info first. Thanks in advance Roger
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I have been trying to find a pair for my Mullen but can not locate any, Carter said they may have them in a few weeks ? Lace (who makes them) don't get back to me ? I want to replace my single coils (that I love) but for some reason the hum has really gotten exceptionally loud, like to try em'...Bob
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Bob,I love my single coil too and mine is starting to feed back just by having the amp on, don't know whats up with that unless it's starting to get microfhonic. I've read great reviews on these PUPs (alumitones) and i'de like to try one.
I called Lace and they are supposed to call me back but it looks like if they'er not going to call you they probably won't call me either. Roger
I called Lace and they are supposed to call me back but it looks like if they'er not going to call you they probably won't call me either. Roger
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I have an Alumitone in my 12 string.
There is some confusion as to what these pickups are, They are in fact Alumitone bass bar pickups.
I was told by Lace they are the same with no mods except a mount that carter may or may not add on..
this is where I got my chrome ones.
Ken Metcalf
http://www.aampselectricguitarstore.com ... _bars.html
There is some confusion as to what these pickups are, They are in fact Alumitone bass bar pickups.
I was told by Lace they are the same with no mods except a mount that carter may or may not add on..
this is where I got my chrome ones.
Ken Metcalf
http://www.aampselectricguitarstore.com ... _bars.html
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I don't understand the confusion. I stated that these were Alumitone Bass Bars here:Ken Metcalf wrote:There is some confusion as to what these pickups are, They are in fact Alumitone bass bar pickups. I was told by Lace they are the same with no mods except a mount that carter may or may not add on
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopi ... 90&start=0
The confusion probably results from Mike Perlowin's incorrect statement on the same thread.
.Mike Perlowin wrote:Kudos to the Lace company for adding steel guitar pickups to their line
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Yep, Jeff Lace was very clear about it at NAMM - the Alumatone bass bars ARE the steel pickups folks are trying.
Basically (pun intended) most modern bass pickups are far more "full range" than those of the 60's, as players nowadays use more popping and slapping tones along with far more "up the neck" sounds, and high overtones are vital. So while a vintage bass pickup might be muddy, the Alumatone will have no such problem .
Not only that - but for lap steel or things like Fender 8-strings, the stock guitar models appear to be fine(I'm finalizing info in this). Because the frame is essentially a winding, if the outer strings are in range of the magnetic field they''ll be picked up fine. Since I use multiple pickups on my 400 I want to try either a Strat set or two Strat models and a P-90 in the middle with a Strat-type 5-way switch and a few other wiring tricks.
Seymour Duncan also has a few thing up his sleeve, so there should be some fun pickup variations soon....
Basically (pun intended) most modern bass pickups are far more "full range" than those of the 60's, as players nowadays use more popping and slapping tones along with far more "up the neck" sounds, and high overtones are vital. So while a vintage bass pickup might be muddy, the Alumatone will have no such problem .
Not only that - but for lap steel or things like Fender 8-strings, the stock guitar models appear to be fine(I'm finalizing info in this). Because the frame is essentially a winding, if the outer strings are in range of the magnetic field they''ll be picked up fine. Since I use multiple pickups on my 400 I want to try either a Strat set or two Strat models and a P-90 in the middle with a Strat-type 5-way switch and a few other wiring tricks.
Seymour Duncan also has a few thing up his sleeve, so there should be some fun pickup variations soon....
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1930's/40's Rickenbacher/Rickenbacker 6&8 string lap steels
1921 Weissenborn Style 2; Hilo&Schireson hollownecks
Appalachian, Regal & Dobro squarenecks
1959 Fender 400 9+2 B6;1960's Fender 800 3+3+2; 1948 Fender Dual-8 Professional
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The confusion is just confusion and I thought it needed clarification.
The Carter quote is.
(Actually the Alumitone Bass Bars were derived from a steel guitar pickup.)
Implying that some how there are two pick-ups, one evolving from the other.
I would like to personally thank John Fabian for pursuing and furthering PSG research and development.
The Carter quote is.
(Actually the Alumitone Bass Bars were derived from a steel guitar pickup.)
Implying that some how there are two pick-ups, one evolving from the other.
I would like to personally thank John Fabian for pursuing and furthering PSG research and development.
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Finally ordered
I finally got my order in for 2 for my Mullen, they make them in black and chrome. I ordered black they should sound better ?? They say they are back ordered by a month, I talked to "Lace" who makes em' and they said they were backordered with parts also. I understand the steel guitar community has made a rush on em' hope they are as good as everyone says...Bob
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Alumatone pickups
I have just got one of the pickups for my GFI. What a great sound and Jeff Lace was extremely helpful. Try it you'll like it!
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Michael,
I don't see your pickup or any specific steel guitar pickups on the Lace website. I have a GFI D-10. What exactly would I order and from whom? Did you get yours directly from the Lace Co.? Was it easy to install without modification? And most of all, did it give your bass sounds a lift?
For those who experience hum from single-coil pickups, you might find that just moving the guitar around in relation to the amp. will make a difference in the level of hum. Check it out.
I don't see your pickup or any specific steel guitar pickups on the Lace website. I have a GFI D-10. What exactly would I order and from whom? Did you get yours directly from the Lace Co.? Was it easy to install without modification? And most of all, did it give your bass sounds a lift?
For those who experience hum from single-coil pickups, you might find that just moving the guitar around in relation to the amp. will make a difference in the level of hum. Check it out.
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One more time:
The ones that fit pedal steels are actually bass pups, called bass bars.
http://www.aampselectricguitarstore.com ... _bars.html
The ones that fit pedal steels are actually bass pups, called bass bars.
http://www.aampselectricguitarstore.com ... _bars.html
Olli Haavisto
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I put one on my Rains a couple months ago and it turned out to be a VERY GOOD investment, and It's ever thing i was hoping it would be. I allways loved what a SC does for your sound but the hum was hard to deal with some times. With these PUPs besides the no hum factor, came with some very nice benefits like SC sound but better, cuts through the mix better than any PU i've owned, the lows mids & HIs are very nice from the 1rst fret to Hughey land, makes vibrato a lot easier or more distinguishable. I know this sounds a little like a sales add but for the ones that have'nt tryed one yet i'm just trying to give some insight to what i've experienced with these PUPs so far. Roger
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I put a 3.5" bass bar in my Dynalap 8-string lap steel, as referenced in this thread:
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=167383
I'll get a set for my Carter soon.
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=167383
I'll get a set for my Carter soon.
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I just got through installing a Lace Alumitone In my EMCI
I ordered one of the bass bar pickups from Bobbe and got it today. I put it on my E9th neck of my EMCI. I lowered the pickup as low as it would go away from the string. I plugged it into my Webb 614E and man alive, I had to turn the volume down on the amp about 3 numbers. The pickup is a hoss. It has clarity and a great sound to it. I don't regret spending the money it cost. The best sound I've had and I've had about every kind of pickup made.
EMCI Double 10,Session 400,Webb 614E and Gretsch Nashville Pro Steel Amp, Keith Hilton Digital Sustain pedal and Seymour Duncan KTG -1, Hughes&Kettner BATT
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