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Twin Guitar Special I believe. Several good YT videos out there.

Having read this thread a few days ago I ordered Fred Kelly Delrin thumb picks via Amazon.

Now one day in, I find the Delrin dramatically better than what I've been using.

I'm getting a cleaner ...

Wow! VERY nicely done and a great inspiration.

All good responses...

A couple of thoughts...

Bob Allen, working with Steeltronics, has begun installing a bespoke lap steel pickup with an emphasis on improved mids.
I can testify comfortably ...

I acquired an old mandolin case in a junk pile cleanout of an attic. These string packets were in the case and I was reluctant to throw them out just because they had a great old look.

(I know they ...

Thank you Howard... your numbers match what I found. My frustration comes from the shipping choices offered by vendors.

A package of coiled strings will easily fit in a padded (or unpadded) envelop ...

Goldtone shipping for one set of 8 strings =$10.50

I might have fallen off the turnip truck, but I seriously doubt that a package of strings via USPS costs $10.50.

Next time I'm at Guitar Cente ...

Well...just looked up Just Strings .030 single string - $2.28. I could live with that...

Shipping = $7.95!

Disappointed.

Thanks Miles and Howard.

I should have suspected that they'd have to be custom made up since I couldn't find a set anywhere for an acoustic 8.

Mike Lester

Please recommend an 8 string reso string set for G6.

I'm finding a lot of sets for lap steel - but they're not wound for acoustic guitar. The set I put on this guitar was a lap steel set and may be ...

I transport it in a 61 key keyboard gig bag that I modified by adding 2 1/2" of rigid foam and fuzzy material spray glued to a 1/4" plywood sheet that is double sided carpet taped to the bot ...

Bob Allen built this for me out of rock ash. It weighs 13 lbs and is 6 1/2" wide. Was very difficult to pick up one handed from flat on the floor. This goofy handle really helped - plus, it's gen ...

A few weeks ago I received a new lap steel that is quite heavy and wider than my hand can grip to pick it up when it's flat on the floor.

I play lap steel and fiddle in the band and switch between ...

I have an 8 string reso that has a 'clunky' low string.

Trying to explore why, I note that the bridge inserts overhang the spider channel on both ends by roughly 1/4".

I'm sure that the sp ...

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This retro looking amp is very useful. It's got a much bigger voice than it looks and is great for a practice or small room amp (of course it can be mic'd).

The modeling feat ...

I'd be a little afraid that people might also assume I drive a Yugo. Very Happy

I think it sounds good too. Here's a full length photo.

Note that there is a fair sized gap between the bridge and the controls.

I asked Bob to build this on an extended blank. At the time I ha ...

This is true on my Mother's grave...

Last night before playing a gig I was walking toward the bandstand and spotted this piece of soft tubing on the floor. There were five other musicians tuning up ...

I received my Master Model lap steel last week and thought some might want to hear it. The specs are in the video so I won't repeat them here.

I'm playing these samples through a Positive Grid Spar ...

Thanks for the responses so far...

I believe the stuff is surgical tubing - I think it's the same tube used in slingshots. It's very soft and stretchy and was on this capo when I bought it years ag ...

Digging through an little used box of junk I found my old LENO capo. I'm pretty sure I sidelined it because the rubber tube wore out.

Does anyone have a piece of surgical tube (it looks like 1/4&q ...

Interested? We DO want to sell it.

New lower price.

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Topic: Cashdollar Instrumental 7.31.10.mov
Michael Lester Replies: 4 Views: 824	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 16 May 2024 7:52 am Subject: Tune
Michael Lester Replies: 4 Views: 824	Twin Guitar Special I believe. Several good YT videos out there.
Topic: Alternates to blue Herco thumbpicks?
Michael Lester Replies: 13 Views: 2042	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 19 Apr 2024 7:33 am Subject: Fred Kelly Delrin
Michael Lester Replies: 13 Views: 2042	Having read this thread a few days ago I ordered Fred Kelly Delrin thumb picks via Amazon. Now one day in, I find the Delrin dramatically better than what I've been using. I'm getting a cleaner ...
Topic: Nuages and Herb Remington on Raising the Bar
Michael Lester Replies: 10 Views: 1351	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 3 Apr 2024 6:20 am Subject: Nuages
Michael Lester Replies: 10 Views: 1351	Wow! VERY nicely done and a great inspiration.
Topic: Favorite 8 string lap steel pickup for a fat mid range sound
Michael Lester Replies: 10 Views: 1081	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 23 Mar 2024 9:12 am Subject: Lap Steel Mids
Michael Lester Replies: 10 Views: 1081	All good responses... A couple of thoughts... Bob Allen, working with Steeltronics, has begun installing a bespoke lap steel pickup with an emphasis on improved mids. I can testify comfortably ...
Topic: Free Collectible mandolin string packets
Michael Lester Replies: 2 Views: 1077	Forum Section: Music Posted: 23 Mar 2024 8:51 am Subject: Free Collectible mandolin string packets
Michael Lester Replies: 2 Views: 1077	I acquired an old mandolin case in a junk pile cleanout of an attic. These string packets were in the case and I was reluctant to throw them out just because they had a great old look. (I know they ...
Topic: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 16 Mar 2024 1:05 pm Subject: Shipping for strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Thank you Howard... your numbers match what I found. My frustration comes from the shipping choices offered by vendors. A package of coiled strings will easily fit in a padded (or unpadded) envelop ...
Topic: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 14 Mar 2024 11:07 am Subject: Shipping kills experimenting
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Goldtone shipping for one set of 8 strings =$10.50 I might have fallen off the turnip truck, but I seriously doubt that a package of strings via USPS costs $10.50. Next time I'm at Guitar Cente ...
Topic: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 13 Mar 2024 1:02 pm Subject: Just Strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Well...just looked up Just Strings .030 single string - $2.28. I could live with that... Shipping = $7.95! Disappointed.
Topic: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 13 Mar 2024 12:50 pm Subject: Strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Thanks Miles and Howard. I should have suspected that they'd have to be custom made up since I couldn't find a set anywhere for an acoustic 8. Mike Lester
Topic: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 13 Mar 2024 7:12 am Subject: Getting rid of the 'clunk' G6 reso with new strings
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1474	Please recommend an 8 string reso string set for G6. I'm finding a lot of sets for lap steel - but they're not wound for acoustic guitar. The set I put on this guitar was a lap steel set and may be ...
Topic: Could lap steels use a built-in handle?
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 10 Mar 2024 9:36 am Subject: Lap steel
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	I transport it in a 61 key keyboard gig bag that I modified by adding 2 1/2" of rigid foam and fuzzy material spray glued to a 1/4" plywood sheet that is double sided carpet taped to the bot ...
Topic: Could lap steels use a built-in handle?
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 10 Mar 2024 6:59 am Subject: Lap steel 'handle'
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	Bob Allen built this for me out of rock ash. It weighs 13 lbs and is 6 1/2" wide. Was very difficult to pick up one handed from flat on the floor. This goofy handle really helped - plus, it's gen ...
Topic: Could lap steels use a built-in handle?
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 9 Mar 2024 6:25 pm Subject: Funny you should mention this...
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1224	A few weeks ago I received a new lap steel that is quite heavy and wider than my hand can grip to pick it up when it's flat on the floor. I play lap steel and fiddle in the band and switch between ...
Topic: Are 8 string resos supposed to have an 8 string spider?
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 646	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 5 Mar 2024 7:30 am Subject: Are 8 string resos supposed to have an 8 string spider?
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 646	I have an 8 string reso that has a 'clunky' low string. Trying to explore why, I note that the bridge inserts overhang the spider channel on both ends by roughly 1/4". I'm sure that the sp ...
Topic: Yamaha THR10X Modeling Amp - w/ batteries
Michael Lester Replies: 1 Views: 479	Forum Section: For Sale: Amps and Accessories Posted: 4 Mar 2024 7:24 pm Subject: Yamaha THR10X
Michael Lester Replies: 1 Views: 479	Free Shipping to CONUS
Topic: Yamaha THR10X Modeling Amp - w/ batteries
Michael Lester Replies: 1 Views: 479	Forum Section: For Sale: Amps and Accessories Posted: 24 Feb 2024 9:42 am Subject: Yamaha THR10X Modeling Amp - w/ batteries
Michael Lester Replies: 1 Views: 479	Free Shipping CONUS This retro looking amp is very useful. It's got a much bigger voice than it looks and is great for a practice or small room amp (of course it can be mic'd). The modeling feat ...
Topic: Would you use a toilet seat frame for a stand?
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1876	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 17 Feb 2024 11:04 am Subject: Rolling toilet
Michael Lester Replies: 14 Views: 1876	I'd be a little afraid that people might also assume I drive a Yugo.
Topic: Bob Allen Melbert 2024 lap steel demo
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 716	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 17 Feb 2024 10:57 am Subject: Melbert Master
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 716	I think it sounds good too. Here's a full length photo. Note that there is a fair sized gap between the bridge and the controls. I asked Bob to build this on an extended blank. At the time I ha ...
Topic: Surgical tube?
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 15 Feb 2024 11:32 am Subject: Whichever one of you is magical - thanks!
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	This is true on my Mother's grave... Last night before playing a gig I was walking toward the bandstand and spotted this piece of soft tubing on the floor. There were five other musicians tuning up ...
Topic: Bob Allen Melbert 2024 lap steel demo
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 716	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 14 Feb 2024 3:25 pm Subject: Bob Allen Melbert 2024 lap steel demo
Michael Lester Replies: 3 Views: 716	I received my Master Model lap steel last week and thought some might want to hear it. The specs are in the video so I won't repeat them here. I'm playing these samples through a Positive Grid Spar ...
Topic: Surgical tube?
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 13 Feb 2024 1:20 pm Subject: Surgical tube
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	Thanks for the responses so far... I believe the stuff is surgical tubing - I think it's the same tube used in slingshots. It's very soft and stretchy and was on this capo when I bought it years ag ...
Topic: Surgical tube?
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 13 Feb 2024 9:39 am Subject: Surgical tube?
Michael Lester Replies: 12 Views: 1360	Digging through an little used box of junk I found my old LENO capo. I'm pretty sure I sidelined it because the rubber tube wore out. Does anyone have a piece of surgical tube (it looks like 1/4&q ...
Topic: Fender Custom Triple 8 SOLD donation to follow
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 26 Nov 2023 7:50 am Subject: ttt
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	ttt
Topic: Fender Custom Triple 8 SOLD donation to follow
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 20 Nov 2023 6:03 pm Subject: Triple 8
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	Interested? We DO want to sell it.
Topic: Fender Custom Triple 8 SOLD donation to follow
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 11 Nov 2023 7:45 am Subject: Fender triple
Michael Lester Replies: 7 Views: 3108	New lower price.