Best volume pedal for lap steel?

Glenn Booth · Post by **Glenn Booth** » 28 Jul 2023 9:21 am

Hope this hasn't been rehashed too much. I am looking for a good volume pedal to use w/ my lap steel guitar that won't break the bank. Thank you!

ercek · Post by **ercek** » 28 Jul 2023 10:27 am

Yo Glenn
I have an old school Mullen pot-pedal. Ask me about it at gig today!
BE

D Schubert · Post by **D Schubert** » 28 Jul 2023 1:01 pm

Moyo. Small enough that it might fit in your case, built like a tank.

Mike Neer · Post by **Mike Neer** » 28 Jul 2023 5:20 pm

When I was a guitar player, I used an Ernie Ball. When I started playing steel and was introduced to a Goodrich, it was a whole other level. You can’t go wrong with a Goodrich 120.

Joe Burke · Post by **Joe Burke** » 29 Jul 2023 5:08 am

The old Fender tone/volume pedals are fun. I believe you can find them at a reasonable price. There are some reissues as well that I think are good.

Greg Forsyth · Post by **Greg Forsyth** » 29 Jul 2023 8:41 am

Glenn,
I have a Moyo that works well and is built here in Colorado by Glenn Taylor. Reasonably priced
Brian,
Where are you playing today?
I would love to hear some live music today.

Thanks, Greg

Gene Tani · Post by **Gene Tani** » 29 Jul 2023 5:02 pm

I have a bunch, Goodrich, Hiltons, Ernie Ball, etc. The Ernie Ball is adequate, not pedal steel friendly because of jacks on front. I have a feeling best bang for buck is used Goodrich or (new) Stage one VP from Doug Earnest. I haven't played the VP but have had 2 of stage 1 steels, great instruments, great service.

Jack Hanson · Post by **Jack Hanson** » 29 Jul 2023 5:02 pm

I use old Sho-Bud pot pedals. Rarely if ever do I play on my lap, so their height is not an issue. I use Deluxe34 stands in either a sitting or standing position.

Notice the trusty old 'Bud pedal hiding behind the Ric. Works for me.

Bill Groner · Post by **Bill Groner** » 29 Jul 2023 7:39 pm

I have a like new. Moyo pedal. It seems I lack the coordination to master it. I have enough going on learning how to play. If anyone would like to buy it
I will sell it for $100 + shipping. PM me if interested. I have used it 2 times.

Paul Seager · Post by **Paul Seager** » 30 Jul 2023 2:11 am

Like most people on this Forum, I have tried quite a few and my preference is a Goodrich 120. I used to be a fan of an active Morley but when I changed my amp to a hotter tube model, I found it incompatible and reverted to the Goodrich.
The Goodrich is mechanical and uses a tight string to turn the pot. This can squeak a little during home practice but I never notice it in a gig.

Fred · Post by **Fred** » 31 Jul 2023 3:22 am

I used an Ernie Ball with lap steel for years. No complaints sitting or standing. I use a Moyo now.
Fred

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 31 Jul 2023 7:01 am

You can get an Ernie Ball pedal with the jacks on the side.
Erv

G Strout · Post by **G Strout** » 31 Jul 2023 7:58 pm

I have used a Moyo for about 3 years now. Love it. All the others make me feel like I'm driving a bulldozer. It takes a minute to get accustomed to it but worth the effort. Very well made and portable which is important to me.
They are available new for 135.00 on Reverb including shipping.