Fresh off the bench - Walker Steel in black with Dalmatian

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Fresh off the bench - Walker Steel in black with Dalmatian

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Hey All!
I just finished up this 3 legged console. This is the third one I've done in black, but the first with the Dalmatian celluloid. I thought it turned out pretty wild so i thought id share. Theres a couple threads already with all the info on it. Ill put links at the bottom.
Have a great Friday!
Scott

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http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=251475

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=243656

and a link to my blog about the development.
http://scottwalkerguitars.com/p1040/
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Post by Jack Aldrich »

What does the red button do?
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Post by Jim Cohen »

Wow! Now that's stylish! Never seen anyone do fancy scrollwork like that on a lapsteel before. Nice!

(I'm sure the red button must be for "reset". It always is...) ;)
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Post by James Nottage »

Now that is beautiful. I love the appearance of the fret board and head stock on the guitar. This is really handsome!

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Post by Scott Walker »

Thanks! The "reset" button is the momentary kill switch, it does the stutter thing nicely in an overdrive scenario.
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About those bodies............

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We can reasonably assume the guitar's body is NOT....
Bakelite, eh?

Tell us more..............

As a personal issue, I'd prefer to see the bar holder located somewhere along the inside/left side of the neck where it would be readily accessible to my left hand and less likely to be dropped onto the guitar surface. I'd prefer to have the pick holder closer to my physical person than on the far side of the guitar body.

These comments should NOT be construed as criticism of your fine design or workmanship. Just a couple of personal preferences.
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Post by Mike Neer »

Exquisite work and design!
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Post by Al Terhune »

One of the classiest I've ever seen, modern or vintage - and very tasteful. Some modern boutique steels are "artistic," but they don't resonate with my personal tastes - this one sure does. I'd seriously be interested in a 10-string. Is that something you would consider to make and sell?
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Post by Stephen Abruzzo »

Sweet.

This is a great time for those who want a custom-made steel as there are some wonderful luthiers out there who are making fabulous steels at a variety of price-points.

In addition, these luthiers have access to some quality pick-up winders to make those good-looking steels sound GREAT.
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Post by Scott Walker »

Thank you! Definitely inspired by the bakelite guitars, this one is hard rock Maple.

I have basically designed this guitar around Lollars pickup. The bridge was a huge undertaking and allot of R and D into it. But I get asked allot about an 8 string version. So i would like to work on something that is more adaptable to the different string configurations. But as a 6 string player, I had to tackle this one first.

My blog goes into the construction and development in detail with pictures and what not.
http://scottwalkerguitars.com/p1040/

Also post again a link to a "New Product" thread….
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=251475
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What a beauty!!!
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I love the innovative holder for the 'bar'. How unique and appropriate. The molding across the front are really nice also.
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What a beauty!!!
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That's not all...

Post by Ron Whitfield »

Ray Montee wrote:I love the innovative holder for the 'bar'.
And the curl on top retains your picks.

Look's like a true winner. Can't wait to see more.
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Post by Gregg McKenna »

Excellent job.
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Post by Tom Pettingill »

That Dalmatian celluloid is sharp!
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Post by Mark Roeder »

Wow, nicely done
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Post by Bob Blair »

I saw one of Scott's steels at the Healdsburg Guitar Festival back in August, and as good as this looks in the picture I have no doubt it looks even better in person. Stunning guitar, as was everything else he had at the show.
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Post by Mitch Druckman »

Beautiful design. The pickguard material looks great with the black body. Elegant bridge. Carbon fiber reinforced neck. Lollar pickup. I'll bet it sounds as good as it looks.
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