Strings for E9

Charlie Silliman · Post by **Charlie Silliman** » 9 Jun 2009 12:28 pm

This is my first post to the forum, having just been activated today. I having been visiting the forum for several weeks now and have enjoyed what I have read and learned. I am a composer/lyricist that playes piano and percussion and lives near Nashville, TN. I have loved "the sound" for years but have never touched an instrument. I just purchased a 3-year old Carter Starter and I will begin the next chapter in my musical journey this evening! My questions are these. Should I buy replacement strings from the forum or elsewhere? I'm all for supporting this group and if they make a small profit by selling strings (and for no shipping), so be it. On the other hand (great song, btw), I could just pick some up here in town. Next - What is the best lubricating oil to use on the various moveable parts of a steel? Would a 3 in 1 type do, or must I purchase some special type. Please advise and thanks.

admin · Post by **b0b** » 9 Jun 2009 1:24 pm

The Carter Starter is designed for specific gauges, including a .022 wound for the 6th string. Most people can't find these sets locally, because other brands use an .020 plain as the 6th string.

Here's the link to our catalog page:
http://pedalsteelmusic.com/strings/E9.html#cs

Andy Sandoval · Post by **Andy Sandoval** » 9 Jun 2009 1:25 pm

Hi Charlie and welcome to the Forum. I buy all my steel strings from Bob right here on the Forum. Besides good prices he stays on top of it and the strings arrive lickety split. As far as lubrication goes your gonna get a lot of different ideas on it but here's a link to get you started. Click Here

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 9 Jun 2009 2:54 pm

Welcome Charlie !! I buy all my strings right here from the forum. Eeasy to find and very quick delievery. Also it helps to support a forum that is very important to many newbies and veterans alike.
Oil, I use transmission fluid normally. Heres the latest forum conversations about oils.. http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=160281

Charlie Silliman · Post by **Charlie Silliman** » 11 Jun 2009 5:21 am

Thanks for your responses. I will order some strings through the forum and research the oil issue from the links you sent.

Lee Baucum · Post by **Lee Baucum** » 11 Jun 2009 5:24 am

Lubricant, not oil!

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 11 Jun 2009 8:59 am

Welcome Charlie.

Tommy Shown · Post by **Tommy Shown** » 12 Jun 2009 12:29 am

Hey Charlie, I bid you a fond welcome also, as far as strings go, I would recomend the GHS Boomers nickle wound strings for that guitar.Carter Starter is a good guitar if you are starting out. The nickle wound string gives a sweet mellow tone. Stainless strings can cause ruts in your rollers at the changer end of the guitar.

admin · Post by **b0b** » 12 Jun 2009 7:46 am

The GHS Boomers for E9th have an .020 plain for the 6th string. Have you ever tried this on a Carter Starter, Tommy?

John Bechtel · Post by **John Bechtel** » 12 Jun 2009 8:10 am

As for lubrication of moving parts, Charles Stepp (Derby Steel Guitars) suggested “GUNK” Super Oil available for a very reaonable price at stores like Dollar General. From the makers of Liquid Wrench.