Rittenberry steel guitars/PLEASE CLOSE IT UP

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 22 Jun 2011 12:33 pm

As most you guys know ive gone to playing Rittenberry steel guitars
Gary makes one of the finest steels in the bussiness these days...second to NONE
but also his Parts/service is just awesome
as well!! when you get it its RIGHT!!
and HECK OF A NICE GUY TO DEAL WITH TOO!!
SEE LAST POSTS FOR UPDATE
Bob I hope this is in the right topic area
if not please move it thanks mike

Thanks Gary Mike A

Dennis Lee · Post by **Dennis Lee** » 23 Jun 2011 2:53 pm

You always sound so great, now you sound even better with your Rittenberry! Love ya Brother!

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 23 Jun 2011 5:01 pm

thanks Dennis!!

"nuttin" like a Rittenberry steel guitar

top notch!!

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 24 Jun 2011 8:49 pm

Mike Archer wrote:thanks Dennis!!

"nuttin" like a Rittenberry steel guitar

top notch!!

Welcome to club Mike.

Larry Baker · Post by **Larry Baker** » 25 Jun 2011 4:42 am

Mike, how about a picture of that Ritt? Still using those DVD's from you. Thanks Buddy, Larry

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 25 Jun 2011 7:22 am

Larry, do you know the time slots for Branson yet ?

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 26 Jun 2011 3:41 pm

here she is
illpost my Lagariit as well

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 26 Jun 2011 3:44 pm

thanks Bill and Larry
I realy like these guitars a lot!
my next thing would be a new Ritt d-10
if I had the bucks
other then that hey im tickled
Mike

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 26 Jun 2011 4:28 pm

Mike, how do you like your true tone pup/Vthe GL?
I have a 705 on mine but Gary said he really like the true tone. I may be trying one.

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 27 Jun 2011 4:16 am

Bill, I put a True Tone in mine this weekend. I had it wound to 17.8, and the it's single coil tone to the max. The biggest difference I've found so far is the clarity of the highs at the 12th fret and above. Since I haven't had a chance to play it out yet, I'll keep you posted on how it does at stage levels. So far, I'm quite happy with it.

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 27 Jun 2011 11:10 am

hey Bill I like the true tones a lot

I have heard the 705s on Jodys ritt(on his dvd)

and they sound great to me

I think either one would be a great choice

great News Roger im glad you got that pup

hope it works out good for you!!

I like the Gls in my LaGaritt but im thinking about going with true tones in it got a buddy thats got 2
Mike

Larry Baker · Post by **Larry Baker** » 27 Jun 2011 2:42 pm

MIKE: Nice guitars, both of them.

BILL: Haven't seen a schedule yet.

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 2 Jul 2011 11:44 am

thanks Larry!!
they do so well.....
Mike

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 2 Jul 2011 6:52 pm

Bill, I just got in from playing my first gig with the True Tone in the Ritt, and it was pure magic. Clear and punchy highs without being shrill, and warm lows without being muddy. I REALLY like it.

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 3 Jul 2011 10:19 am

Thanks Roger, Ill call you.

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 5 Jul 2011 5:32 pm

well Charles and I put a set of 705s in my Lagariit
d-10 man it sounds good!!
cant wait to play friday night and see how it does
live hehehe Mike

Brandon Ordoyne · Post by **Brandon Ordoyne** » 6 Jul 2011 6:59 am

Gary is a fine craftsman who cares deeply about his product! I have been enjoying my Ritt since I picked it up from him in Dallas in March 2009! I needed some help on an item, and called Gary, and he sent me what I needed! He is a true American Craftsman! Glad to see all the new Rittenberry owners on the forum!.

Here is a picture of me with my Rittenberry this past weekend!

Brandon
Proud Rittenberry Owner!

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 6 Jul 2011 8:30 am

hey Brandon thats a nice Ritt steel
I agree without doubt
Gary has been great about anything ive needed
for my guitars as well
love the tone too second to none!!
Mike

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 8 Jul 2011 6:16 am

yeah Im liking these 705 pups
in my LaGarritt/ritt
shes barking now with great tone
Mike

Skip Cole · Post by **Skip Cole** » 9 Jul 2011 7:55 pm

I've heard the Alumitone p/u on a couple of Ritts and they sounded great on Youtube , never heard them in a live situation. Mine has the 705 which is pretty good.
Gary is always very helpful when i call for info. This steel has impressed me as a good un. Way to go, Gary

Skip

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 21 Aug 2011 9:42 am

hey Roger could you send me a pic of your pick up
in your ritt? top side
im thinking about putting a true tone in mine as well also is yours the wide mount or narrow?

thanks for any help Mike

ymarcher@embarqmail.com

Mike Archer · Post by **Mike Archer** » 21 Aug 2011 9:44 am

chris ivey · Post by **chris ivey** » 21 Aug 2011 1:33 pm

let's call them ritties!

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 21 Aug 2011 3:17 pm

Mike, it is a wide mount. Picture to follow shortly.

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 21 Aug 2011 4:40 pm

Mike, here are a few shots showing the TrueTone. It was a simple swap, but you will need to make a trip to Lowe's/HD. The wire from the 705 feeds straight down through the hole to the underside of the guitar. The wire from the TT will have to lay flat for 1/2" or so before it reaches that hole. You'll need four nylon spacers to raise the TT enough to clear the wire. Since you're raising the pup, you'll also need some longer mounting bolts. You need 4-40/1/2" if I remember correctly. There is plenty of adjustment to get the TT settled in where you want it. Hope this helps.

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Rittenberry steel guitars/PLEASE CLOSE IT UP

Rittenberry steel guitars/PLEASE CLOSE IT UP

Mike

thanks

Re: thanks

here she is

thanks Bill

pups

thanks Larry

pups

Ritts

I like these 705s

Rittenberry

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