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The original name for Juju music was "Ashiko". Over time, the name became Ju-ju, not because of witchcraft or what have you, but because of a tambourine used by the percussionists. The tam ...

Thanks for the compliments, guys! I was thinking of making a more accurate model with better materials but just haven't had the time. At the time I made these, I had all the time in the world - to b ...

Hi Micky,

In the case of the African chief, he was quite likely a band sponsor. Often times, up-and-coming bands can't afford to spend the money to outfit an entire band with instruments. A wealt ...

Here are a couple more pics, this time with a quarter for scale. I've also included the volume pedal as well:

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_7_1.jpg

http://bb.steelg ...

Thanks, Joey! At the time, I didn't have any literature which showed the fret boards from the top so I had to improvise.

I'll post another pic with a quarter for scale, and I might also include t ...

Thanks! I didn't make it to scale. I used a miniature model 6-string guitar that I'd made as a reference for the neck scale length.

I do have the dimensions:

Cabinet from front apron to rear: ...

Hi Jeff,

Is this what you had in mind?

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_1_1.jpg

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_2_1.jpg

http://bb.steelgu ...

Here is my '09 Carter D10.

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_DSC_2829_2_2.jpg

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_DSC_2836_1.jpg

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/u ...

Hi Sherman,

You might want to check out these links:

http://www.youtube.com/user/bobbeseymour#p/u/68/Zrd7XRUZiNw

http://www.youtube.com/user/bobbeseymour#p/u/57/3N0Gklr8zK8

http://www.yo ...

So sorry to hear this news. You have my condolences, Ann. It would be four years ago this February that I came upon the "E9 Pedal Steel Guitar Demystified for 6-String Players" video on th ...

Here's the link:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Planked-Maple-Mahogany-Promat-D-10-Pedal-Steel-Guitar_W0QQitemZ270493289736QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar_Accessories?hash=item3efaa80d08

Hi Mike,

As you had the opportunity to record with Demola you're in a better position to know what his status was at that time. I guess both Demola and Abiodun toured with the African Beats betwee ...

Hi Marc,

The Ebenezer Obey albums with best representation of steel guitar in his band are those released between 1981 and 1986. They are:

Joy of Salvation - 1981
What God Has Joined Together ...

Given all the debate about Emmons push-pull steels, has anyone compared the new Promat push-pulls to the Emmons push-pulls? Is the tone comparable/characteristic or are there distinct differences?

Hi Norris,

I have an EON in my mica-finished Carter SD-10 and I really like the sound of this pickup. The tone is very balanced and doesn't seem to be lacking at any point in its range.

Hi Duane,

I believe this was an economy model made by BMI. Both necks were operated by the same pedals and knee levers. I've seen the ad for it in the old Steel Guitarist magazines.

Many thanks to all who have replied so far!! What is a typical chord progression when playing C6-type chords? Are C6-type chord progressions similar to E9 in that they can be played on the same stri ...

Thanks, Jerry. This is exactly what I've been looking for. Are there any particular string grips that I would use? (i.e. 5,6,7,8 etc) Do any other pedals or knee levers come into play?

Thanks,
...

Hi Paar,

Thanks for your post. Are there any strings to skip?

Fred.

I play an SD-10 and I am interested in getting C6 sounds on the E9 neck. I know that by lowering the E strings, it changes the tuning to B6. Also, placing the bar at the first fret would give me a C ...

Hi Ed,

I just sent you an email.

Thanks,

Fred.

Nigerian Juju artists:

King Sunny Ade
Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey
Dele Abiodun
Segun Adewale
Shina Peters

I have a George L EON in my Carter and it sounds great.

What's the copedent on this guitar? Does it use the standard Carter setup?

I can just imagine how cool the c6th neck would sound using just the front pickup behind the neck.

Author	Message
Topic: Interesting article about the steel
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 12 Views: 4501	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 15 Mar 2015 2:15 pm Subject: Interesting article about the steel
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 12 Views: 4501	The original name for Juju music was "Ashiko". Over time, the name became Ju-ju, not because of witchcraft or what have you, but because of a tambourine used by the percussionists. The tam ...
Topic: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 11 Dec 2012 1:27 pm Subject: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Thanks for the compliments, guys! I was thinking of making a more accurate model with better materials but just haven't had the time. At the time I made these, I had all the time in the world - to b ...
Topic: Steel guitar in Indian classical music
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 8 Views: 2062	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 11 Feb 2012 6:44 am Subject: African Chief
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 8 Views: 2062	Hi Micky, In the case of the African chief, he was quite likely a band sponsor. Often times, up-and-coming bands can't afford to spend the money to outfit an entire band with instruments. A wealt ...
Topic: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 16 Jan 2012 5:25 pm Subject: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Here are a couple more pics, this time with a quarter for scale. I've also included the volume pedal as well: http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_7_1.jpg http://bb.steelg ...
Topic: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 11 Jan 2012 2:39 pm Subject: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Thanks, Joey! At the time, I didn't have any literature which showed the fret boards from the top so I had to improvise. I'll post another pic with a quarter for scale, and I might also include t ...
Topic: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 9 Jan 2012 9:47 pm Subject: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Thanks! I didn't make it to scale. I used a miniature model 6-string guitar that I'd made as a reference for the neck scale length. I do have the dimensions: Cabinet from front apron to rear: ...
Topic: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 9 Jan 2012 8:05 pm Subject: miniature pedal steel models.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 13587	Hi Jeff, Is this what you had in mind? http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_1_1.jpg http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_Emmons_2_1.jpg http://bb.steelgu ...
Topic: I love my new (to me) '95 Carter D-10. Let's see your Carter
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 44 Views: 17501	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 12 Nov 2011 7:47 am Subject: I love my new (to me) '95 Carter D-10. Let's see your Carter
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 44 Views: 17501	Here is my '09 Carter D10. http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_DSC_2829_2_2.jpg http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1029/6235_DSC_2836_1.jpg http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/u ...
Topic: Any YouTube C6th instruction similar to Mickey Adams?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 1 Views: 1420	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Aug 2010 1:37 pm Subject: Bobbe Seymour YouTube C6th Lessons
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 1 Views: 1420	Hi Sherman, You might want to check out these links: http://www.youtube.com/user/bobbeseymour#p/u/68/Zrd7XRUZiNw http://www.youtube.com/user/bobbeseymour#p/u/57/3N0Gklr8zK8 http://www.yo ...
Topic: OnLine Memorial Service for John Fabian (CarterSteelGuitars)
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 186 Views: 127574	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 31 Jan 2010 9:26 am Subject: OnLine Memorial Service for John Fabian (CarterSteelGuitars)
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 186 Views: 127574	So sorry to hear this news. You have my condolences, Ann. It would be four years ago this February that I came upon the "E9 Pedal Steel Guitar Demystified for 6-String Players" video on th ...
Topic: Suspect Promat on Ebay
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 10 Views: 3467	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 30 Nov 2009 8:02 am Subject: Suspect Promat on Ebay
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 10 Views: 3467	Here's the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/Planked-Maple-Mahogany-Promat-D-10-Pedal-Steel-Guitar_W0QQitemZ270493289736QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar_Accessories?hash=item3efaa80d08
Topic: African steel players?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 9822	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 6 Apr 2009 10:42 am Subject: African steel players?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 9822	Hi Mike, As you had the opportunity to record with Demola you're in a better position to know what his status was at that time. I guess both Demola and Abiodun toured with the African Beats betwee ...
Topic: African steel players?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 9822	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 5 Apr 2009 12:36 pm Subject: African steel players?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 21 Views: 9822	Hi Marc, The Ebenezer Obey albums with best representation of steel guitar in his band are those released between 1981 and 1986. They are: Joy of Salvation - 1981 What God Has Joined Together ...
Topic: Are Push-Pull Guitars Really Any Better?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 89 Views: 27556	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 8 Mar 2009 3:34 pm Subject: Are Push-Pull Guitars Really Any Better?
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 89 Views: 27556	Given all the debate about Emmons push-pull steels, has anyone compared the new Promat push-pulls to the Emmons push-pulls? Is the tone comparable/characteristic or are there distinct differences?
Topic: Your takes on George L's EON pickup.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 3 Views: 1467	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 3 Feb 2009 6:56 am Subject: Your takes on George L's EON pickup.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 3 Views: 1467	Hi Norris, I have an EON in my mica-finished Carter SD-10 and I really like the sound of this pickup. The tone is very balanced and doesn't seem to be lacking at any point in its range.
Topic: BMI, D-10, 4x3
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 9 Views: 4380	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 27 Jan 2009 11:52 am Subject: BMI, D-10, 4x3
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 9 Views: 4380	Hi Duane, I believe this was an economy model made by BMI. Both necks were operated by the same pedals and knee levers. I've seen the ad for it in the old Steel Guitarist magazines.
Topic: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 5 Mar 2008 8:35 am Subject: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Many thanks to all who have replied so far!! What is a typical chord progression when playing C6-type chords? Are C6-type chord progressions similar to E9 in that they can be played on the same stri ...
Topic: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Mar 2008 11:16 am Subject: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Thanks, Jerry. This is exactly what I've been looking for. Are there any particular string grips that I would use? (i.e. 5,6,7,8 etc) Do any other pedals or knee levers come into play? Thanks, ...
Topic: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Mar 2008 11:06 am Subject: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Hi Paar, Thanks for your post. Are there any strings to skip? Fred.
Topic: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Mar 2008 10:46 am Subject: C6 sounds on E9 Neck
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 17 Views: 7386	I play an SD-10 and I am interested in getting C6 sounds on the E9 neck. I know that by lowering the E strings, it changes the tuning to B6. Also, placing the bar at the first fret would give me a C ...
Topic: E9 laid out.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 120 Views: 59749	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 31 Jan 2008 7:46 am Subject: E9 laid out.
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 120 Views: 59749	Hi Ed, I just sent you an email. Thanks, Fred.
Topic: What's making that.... "sound"!
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 46 Views: 11279	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 30 Jan 2008 11:07 am Subject: What's making that.... "sound"!
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 46 Views: 11279	Nigerian Juju artists: King Sunny Ade Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey Dele Abiodun Segun Adewale Shina Peters
Topic: Pickups
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 27 Views: 8566	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 2 Jan 2008 12:49 pm Subject: Pickups
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 27 Views: 8566	I have a George L EON in my Carter and it sounds great.
Topic: 2006 1/2 CARTER D-10 8-5 rosewood/and birdseye maple
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 10 Views: 4420	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 18 Oct 2007 11:49 am Subject: 2006 1/2 CARTER D-10 8-5 rosewood/and birdseye maple
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 10 Views: 4420	What's the copedent on this guitar? Does it use the standard Carter setup?
Topic: The Jackson Guitar
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 23 Views: 9165	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 29 Aug 2007 6:07 am Subject: The Jackson Guitar
Fred Eddie-Quartey Replies: 23 Views: 9165	I can just imagine how cool the c6th neck would sound using just the front pickup behind the neck.