New to Lap Steel - Recommendations

Daniel McCombe · Post by **Daniel McCombe** » 6 Oct 2020 11:38 am

Hey Everyone, Im looking for an affordable lap steel with decent electronics. Id prefer a humbucker in the neck position would be perfect. Any recommendations without breaking the bank? 6 or 8 string im down.

Post by **Brad Bechtel** » 6 Oct 2020 4:51 pm

What's your actual budget? "Breaking the bank" means different things to different people.

The Asher Electro Hawaiian Junior is probably a good option if you can afford around $900 USD. They're shown as sold out on the Asher website, but seem to be available elsewhere.

David Venzke · Post by **David Venzke** » 6 Oct 2020 5:53 pm

Mike Auman · Post by **Mike Auman** » 6 Oct 2020 6:13 pm

In my option, Melbert (Bob Allen) is at the sweet spot of price and quality, custom built 6 or 8 starting under $500 with your choice of pickups. Excellent customer service too. http://www.melbert.guitars/home.html . Mike

Joshua Clements · Post by **Joshua Clements** » 8 Oct 2020 2:57 pm

I am going to recommend Bob Allen as well. I've had one of his 7-strings and he's building me an 8-string frying pan. They are great steels for the price and sound incredible.

Fry Pan: https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=355587

His website: http://www.melbert.guitars/

Bill Groner · Post by **Bill Groner** » 9 Oct 2020 9:55 am

I have these 3 I will sell. If interested PM me.

Robert Allen · Post by **Robert Allen** » 9 Oct 2020 10:34 am

Joshua Clements wrote: His website: http://www.melbert.guitars/

Please note, the web site listed above is not secure and is due to expire 10/11/2020. The new secure web site is:
https://www.melbertguitars.com

Doug Beaumier · Post by **Doug Beaumier** » 9 Oct 2020 11:59 am

In my option, Melbert (Bob Allen) is at the sweet spot of price and quality, custom built 6 or 8 starting under $500 with your choice of pickups. Excellent customer service too.

Another vote for Melbert. Hand built to order in Tennessee, very good quality, reasonably priced, great customer service.

Paul McEvoy · Post by **Paul McEvoy** » 9 Oct 2020 12:37 pm

Melbert 8 string. Definitely. Also can be used a weapon of self defence if needed. Solidly built. Love mine.

Doug Taylor · Post by **Doug Taylor** » 9 Oct 2020 1:02 pm

Another vote for a Melbert.

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