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How do you like the Helix for pedal steel tone?

Has anybody used this device with their steel and if so how does it sound? Are there any issues?

I tried to hook up my steel to my guitar pedal board which is the usual collection of Boss guitar pedals and was not crazy about the sound. I recently saw an interesting video (https://www.youtube.com ...

I would love to commit to going but there are still some travel issues between Canada and the US, like testing going to the US and returning to Canada that create unexpected complications and costs. ...

I am interested in going to steel guitar conventions for workshops but also to try out gear. What convention presents the most complete variety of pedal steel builders and models as well as related e ...

Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel
chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson.
Hope this helps.
Sounds like one of those “1001 Chords!” book ...

Hey, I happen to know the answer to that question: It is at www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/chord_construction.com.php. And I think every steeler should know what's in it.
www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/cho ...

Hey, I happen to know the answer to that question: It is at www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/chord_construction.com.php. And I think every steeler should know what's in it.

That link works now.

Guys, attached is the list of PSG Sweeteners in my Stroboplus HD.

There are several options for E9 guitars.

Am I correct in assuming I would use SE9 for open strings and SP9 for pedals and lever ...

Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel
chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson.
Hope this helps.
Sounds like one of those “1001 Chords!” book ...

Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel
chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson.
Hope this helps.
I have this book and it’s helped me more than ...

Thanks Derek.

I was wondering what is the best book/source that has all shapes/grips for all chords and inversions, including all 7th chords min7, dom 7 plus extensions/alterations, half diminished etc., for both E ...

I am interested in buying this Video but cannot seem to find it. Is there somebody else that teaches this method?

Nice tone. Love the song. I ordered their album and it's really nice work. There is a live version of Hickory Wind on Music City roots that is even better than the album rendition.
https://www.y ...

Thank you for doing this all these years. I am a newbie and the discussions and answers to questions have been very helpful. Though the fancy bells and whistles may not be there, the discussions and ...

PS I tried to upload the settings that seemed to approximate what I was seeking. Hope this works
https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/17635_20211221_140358_1.jpg

Thank you so much to all of you for the suggestions. I tried all the amp settings. The active volume pedal is something I will definitely look into. There were some divergent opinions on the Nashvil ...

I have a Fessenden SD-10 and a Nashville 112 with a passive Goodrich volume pedal. I just find my tone is muddy no matter what knob twisting I do. I know tone is very much about technique and pickin ...

Is the Blackbox still available?

Thanks. So what brands would have these levers and pedals closer together to make them more playable for shorter folks?

I presently own a Fessenden SD-10 3 + 5 (Emmons copedent).
It is sometimes a bit of a struggle to operate the levers on both legs and the same time as well as the LNV. LKL and RNR pedals seem to ge ...

I am interested in buying the Williams D-10, 8+8, Keyless and would like to hear any thoughts on this instrument, good and bad. Since I do not live close to someone that can service this instrument i ...

Hey Donny..I hear it when the volume is down..it is more pronounced on the wound strings and it occurs when I pick without the bar. It is more noticeable when more than one string is being played ... ...

Thanks to everyone for offering different solutions. Someone told me that it could be the POT in the volume pedal.
I lowered the pick up..it's better but it definitely sounds like there is somethin ...

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Topic: Does anyone have any line 6 helix setting or files to share?
Mick OGrady Replies: 3 Views: 1450	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 3 Oct 2022 2:39 pm Subject: Does anyone have any line 6 helix setting or files to share?
Mick OGrady Replies: 3 Views: 1450	How do you like the Helix for pedal steel tone?
Topic: Question about Line 6 Helix Floor Model
Mick OGrady Replies: 3 Views: 1210	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 3 Oct 2022 7:24 am Subject: Question about Line 6 Helix Floor Model
Mick OGrady Replies: 3 Views: 1210	Has anybody used this device with their steel and if so how does it sound? Are there any issues?
Topic: Question: Pick ups and using guitar pedals
Mick OGrady Replies: 9 Views: 1935	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 3 Oct 2022 7:22 am Subject: Question: Pick ups and using guitar pedals
Mick OGrady Replies: 9 Views: 1935	I tried to hook up my steel to my guitar pedal board which is the usual collection of Boss guitar pedals and was not crazy about the sound. I recently saw an interesting video (https://www.youtube.com ...
Topic: 2022 Texas Steel Guitar Jamboree Reservations
Mick OGrady Replies: 13 Views: 5788	Forum Section: Upcoming Event Announcements Posted: 26 Feb 2022 11:55 am Subject: 2022 Texas Steel Guitar Jamboree Reservations
Mick OGrady Replies: 13 Views: 5788	I would love to commit to going but there are still some travel issues between Canada and the US, like testing going to the US and returning to Canada that create unexpected complications and costs. ...
Topic: What convention is the best for gear and workshops?
Mick OGrady Replies: 4 Views: 1543	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 23 Feb 2022 6:24 am Subject: What convention is the best for gear and workshops?
Mick OGrady Replies: 4 Views: 1543	I am interested in going to steel guitar conventions for workshops but also to try out gear. What convention presents the most complete variety of pedal steel builders and models as well as related e ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 23 Feb 2022 6:16 am Subject: Re: chords
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson. Hope this helps. Sounds like one of those “1001 Chords!” book ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 16 Feb 2022 11:39 am Subject: Re: But where is Bradshaw's
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Hey, I happen to know the answer to that question: It is at www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/chord_construction.com.php. And I think every steeler should know what's in it. www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/cho ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 15 Feb 2022 9:48 pm Subject: Re: But where is Bradshaw's
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Hey, I happen to know the answer to that question: It is at www.songwriter.com/bradshaw/chord_construction.com.php. And I think every steeler should know what's in it. That link works now.
Topic: Peterson Sweetners
Mick OGrady Replies: 43 Views: 14161	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 9 Feb 2022 8:55 am Subject: Re: Peterson Sweetners
Mick OGrady Replies: 43 Views: 14161	Guys, attached is the list of PSG Sweeteners in my Stroboplus HD. There are several options for E9 guitars. Am I correct in assuming I would use SE9 for open strings and SP9 for pedals and lever ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 9 Feb 2022 4:45 am Subject: Re: chords
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson. Hope this helps. Sounds like one of those “1001 Chords!” book ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 8 Feb 2022 7:11 am Subject: Re: chords
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Hi Mick I have in my collection of tutors ,Hal Leonard pedal steel chords and scales. 1,100 chords and 430 scales by Chad Johnson. Hope this helps. I have this book and it’s helped me more than ...
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 7 Feb 2022 8:32 am Subject: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Thanks Derek.
Topic: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	Forum Section: Tablature Posted: 5 Feb 2022 8:40 am Subject: What book/method has Complete set of chord shapes?
Mick OGrady Replies: 22 Views: 5814	I was wondering what is the best book/source that has all shapes/grips for all chords and inversions, including all 7th chords min7, dom 7 plus extensions/alterations, half diminished etc., for both E ...
Topic: Jeff Newman Right Hand Alpha
Mick OGrady Replies: 1 Views: 1133	Forum Section: Wanted To Buy Posted: 30 Jan 2022 4:13 pm Subject: Jeff Newman Right Hand Alpha
Mick OGrady Replies: 1 Views: 1133	I am interested in buying this Video but cannot seem to find it. Is there somebody else that teaches this method?
Topic: My Hickory Wind Attempt
Mick OGrady Replies: 14 Views: 4453	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 30 Jan 2022 3:59 pm Subject: My Hickory Wind Attempt
Mick OGrady Replies: 14 Views: 4453	Nice tone. Love the song. I ordered their album and it's really nice work. There is a live version of Hickory Wind on Music City roots that is even better than the album rendition. https://www.y ...
Topic: 24 years old this week
Mick OGrady Replies: 38 Views: 14358	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 14 Jan 2022 11:29 am Subject: 24 years old this week
Mick OGrady Replies: 38 Views: 14358	Thank you for doing this all these years. I am a newbie and the discussions and answers to questions have been very helpful. Though the fancy bells and whistles may not be there, the discussions and ...
Topic: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 21 Dec 2021 11:35 am Subject: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	PS I tried to upload the settings that seemed to approximate what I was seeking. Hope this works https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/17635_20211221_140358_1.jpg
Topic: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 21 Dec 2021 11:30 am Subject: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	Thank you so much to all of you for the suggestions. I tried all the amp settings. The active volume pedal is something I will definitely look into. There were some divergent opinions on the Nashvil ...
Topic: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 17 Dec 2021 1:24 pm Subject: Searching for better Tone
Mick OGrady Replies: 37 Views: 14554	I have a Fessenden SD-10 and a Nashville 112 with a passive Goodrich volume pedal. I just find my tone is muddy no matter what knob twisting I do. I know tone is very much about technique and pickin ...
Topic: Steel Guitar Black Box/Pickups
Mick OGrady Replies: 2 Views: 3021	Forum Section: For Sale: Amps and Accessories Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:38 am Subject: Steel Guitar Black Box/Pickups
Mick OGrady Replies: 2 Views: 3021	Is the Blackbox still available?
Topic: Guitar scale/size
Mick OGrady Replies: 5 Views: 2619	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 6 Dec 2021 11:04 am Subject: Guitar scale/size
Mick OGrady Replies: 5 Views: 2619	Thanks. So what brands would have these levers and pedals closer together to make them more playable for shorter folks?
Topic: Guitar scale/size
Mick OGrady Replies: 5 Views: 2619	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Dec 2021 7:29 am Subject: Guitar scale/size
Mick OGrady Replies: 5 Views: 2619	I presently own a Fessenden SD-10 3 + 5 (Emmons copedent). It is sometimes a bit of a struggle to operate the levers on both legs and the same time as well as the LNV. LKL and RNR pedals seem to ge ...
Topic: Opinions Williams D-10, 8+8, Keyless
Mick OGrady Replies: 6 Views: 2637	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Dec 2021 7:14 am Subject: Opinions Williams D-10, 8+8, Keyless
Mick OGrady Replies: 6 Views: 2637	I am interested in buying the Williams D-10, 8+8, Keyless and would like to hear any thoughts on this instrument, good and bad. Since I do not live close to someone that can service this instrument i ...
Topic: Can't get a clean tone w/my Fessenden SD-10 + Nashville 112
Mick OGrady Replies: 16 Views: 3062	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 15 Oct 2018 1:36 pm Subject: Can't get a clean tone w/my Fessenden SD-10 + Nashville 112
Mick OGrady Replies: 16 Views: 3062	Hey Donny..I hear it when the volume is down..it is more pronounced on the wound strings and it occurs when I pick without the bar. It is more noticeable when more than one string is being played ... ...
Topic: Can't get a clean tone w/my Fessenden SD-10 + Nashville 112
Mick OGrady Replies: 16 Views: 3062	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 14 Oct 2018 2:17 pm Subject: Can't get a clean tone w/my Fessenden SD-10 + Nashville 112
Mick OGrady Replies: 16 Views: 3062	Thanks to everyone for offering different solutions. Someone told me that it could be the POT in the volume pedal. I lowered the pick up..it's better but it definitely sounds like there is somethin ...