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Here's another simple one quickly built out of scrap wood and some stick-on felt, just to give you an idea of different designs.

https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2203/19130_psg_work_stand_2 ...

If "breaking in" means loosening up the surround and spider, as I believe it does, then you really want to get the cone moving, and the way to do that is with bass notes. What I have done is ...

If you go to google.com/images and search for "plastic fingerpicks" you'll see many examples.

I've tried some at times over the years, but never found any to be satisfactory.

Did you catch this *SOLD* listing? (Have to scroll down a little for content)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/255316745773?hash=item3b72105e2d%3Ag%3ArVgAAOSwVdZh1vYA&nma=true&si=28ANDJ0NUp%252BFHf ...

I've opted for dark wine red aprons and black top.

Just enough to add a little color and individuality, but definitely not flashy.

...However, at some point I do intend to paint the chrome screw heads on the end plates black. That's the only visual bit that picks at me...

Or you could just get some of these:

https://www.eba ...

Regarding the Zum Encore, I think the compromises they have made to keep the price down are almost entirely cosmetic: no polished parts, no fancy woods, no inlays, no glossy lacquer. But in terms of f ...

Kluson doesn't give a lot of dimensional data for their products, but they do spec a .250" diameter post 1" tall, and .781" to the string through-hole. Those dimensions sound compatible ...

Big $$$, but here are a couple of alternatives:

https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Head-Kluson-Keystone-Buttons/dp/B00ZYU6QPE

https://www.ebay.com/itm/KD-3-NMDR-KLUSON-TRADITIONAL-3-3-METAL-KEYSTONE ...

Really enjoyed that one, thanks!

Pretty sure it was Alex Wright.

They look like Grover Sta-Tite 98 Series.

https://grotro.com/product/sta-tite-98-series/

Some good insights, I enjoyed it. Thanks for posting!

I can tell you that the case measures 33-3/4" L x 9" H x 8-1/2" D and it comes in at just under 50 lbs in the case.

...I don't know how many additional pedals or knees each can take...

From the stageonesteelguitars.com website:

"...It [the Encore] features an all pull changer, triple raise and triple low ...

I assume you're talking about the fingerpicking part.

It was the late Chip Young.

https://www.nashvillescene.com/music/article/13057379/chip-young-legendary-nashville-session-guitarist-and-prod ...

I don't think anyone has posted this one yet -- Nashville Ltd:

https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/19130_nashville_ltd_1.jpg

I find it easier to visualize signal flow with a schematic rather than a wiring diagram. The figure below shows a schematic version of the Guitar Electronics diagram, shown in the middle (No. 3) posit ...

I concur that the Oak-Grigsby Superswitch is an excellent choice. Make sure you get the 4-pole double-wafer variety with 24 solder lugs.

As far as the wiring goes, if:

North start = white
North ...

Nylon is extremely hydrophilic (water-absorbing), so water based dyes like RIT fabric dyes work beautifully. They come in gazillion colors, plus you can mix them and create your own if desired.

htt ...

So, not that itâ€™s an option, but theoretically if you tuned it to G and raised it to G# would you have less breakage? Both my strings snapped while engaging the B pedal to get to the A.
I thin ...

"Don't underestimate the effectiveness of taking the first two sliders (31.25 and 62.5Hz) completely down to help cut back the hum of the single coil pickups."

Excellent point.

...Jeff Newman used .012. His opinion was that they were larger, therefore less likely to break...

That's an understandable misconception, but still not correct. For a plain steel string of a give ...

"Space Rock" -- love it!

Many vendors on eBay have such parts and ship internationally. Just search for "#6-32 socket head cap screw". On the vendor's eBay ad, click the "Shipping and Payments" tab to get ...

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Topic: Work Bench Mount
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2924	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 9 May 2022 1:38 pm Subject: Work Bench Mount
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2924	Here's another simple one quickly built out of scrap wood and some stick-on felt, just to give you an idea of different designs. https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2203/19130_psg_work_stand_2 ...
Topic: Amp speakersI
Thomas Stone Replies: 14 Views: 4169	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 24 Jan 2022 10:48 am Subject: Amp speakersI
Thomas Stone Replies: 14 Views: 4169	If "breaking in" means loosening up the surround and spider, as I believe it does, then you really want to get the cone moving, and the way to do that is with bass notes. What I have done is ...
Topic: Flex finger pick
Thomas Stone Replies: 3 Views: 2246	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 21 Jan 2022 9:32 pm Subject: Flex finger pick
Thomas Stone Replies: 3 Views: 2246	If you go to google.com/images and search for "plastic fingerpicks" you'll see many examples. I've tried some at times over the years, but never found any to be satisfactory.
Topic: The One That Got Away
Thomas Stone Replies: 1 Views: 2127	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 6 Jan 2022 9:12 am Subject: The One That Got Away
Thomas Stone Replies: 1 Views: 2127	Did you catch this SOLD listing? (Have to scroll down a little for content) https://www.ebay.com/itm/255316745773?hash=item3b72105e2d%3Ag%3ArVgAAOSwVdZh1vYA&nma=true&si=28ANDJ0NUp%252BFHf ...
Topic: Serious color question for pros
Thomas Stone Replies: 22 Views: 7399	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 27 Dec 2021 6:52 pm Subject: Serious color question for pros
Thomas Stone Replies: 22 Views: 7399	I've opted for dark wine red aprons and black top. Just enough to add a little color and individuality, but definitely not flashy.
Topic: Justice S10 Jr vs Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 34 Views: 14139	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 11 Dec 2021 12:18 pm Subject: Justice S10 Jr vs Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 34 Views: 14139	...However, at some point I do intend to paint the chrome screw heads on the end plates black. That's the only visual bit that picks at me... Or you could just get some of these: https://www.eba ...
Topic: Justice S10 Jr vs Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 34 Views: 14139	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 4 Dec 2021 2:40 pm Subject: Justice S10 Jr vs Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 34 Views: 14139	Regarding the Zum Encore, I think the compromises they have made to keep the price down are almost entirely cosmetic: no polished parts, no fancy woods, no inlays, no glossy lacquer. But in terms of f ...
Topic: Need Replacement Keystone Tuners for P/P
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 3956	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 6 Apr 2021 3:03 pm Subject: Need Replacement Keystone Tuners for P/P
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 3956	Kluson doesn't give a lot of dimensional data for their products, but they do spec a .250" diameter post 1" tall, and .781" to the string through-hole. Those dimensions sound compatible ...
Topic: Need Replacement Keystone Tuners for P/P
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 3956	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 5 Apr 2021 3:16 pm Subject: Need Replacement Keystone Tuners for P/P
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 3956	Big $$$, but here are a couple of alternatives: https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Head-Kluson-Keystone-Buttons/dp/B00ZYU6QPE https://www.ebay.com/itm/KD-3-NMDR-KLUSON-TRADITIONAL-3-3-METAL-KEYSTONE ...
Topic: Monk Theme
Thomas Stone Replies: 11 Views: 3138	Forum Section: Steel on the Web Posted: 25 Mar 2021 8:23 pm Subject: Monk Theme
Thomas Stone Replies: 11 Views: 3138	Really enjoyed that one, thanks!
Topic: Keith Urban and Pink did an album
Thomas Stone Replies: 3 Views: 1593	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 24 Mar 2021 9:02 am Subject: Keith Urban and Pink did an album
Thomas Stone Replies: 3 Views: 1593	Pretty sure it was Alex Wright.
Topic: Does anyone recognize these tuners? *Please close*
Thomas Stone Replies: 2 Views: 1746	Forum Section: Music Posted: 21 Mar 2021 8:15 pm Subject: Does anyone recognize these tuners? *Please close*
Thomas Stone Replies: 2 Views: 1746	They look like Grover Sta-Tite 98 Series. https://grotro.com/product/sta-tite-98-series/
Topic: Question: What key is Hey Joe in?
Thomas Stone Replies: 16 Views: 6732	Forum Section: Music Posted: 19 Mar 2021 10:21 am Subject: Question: What key is Hey Joe in?
Thomas Stone Replies: 16 Views: 6732	Some good insights, I enjoyed it. Thanks for posting!
Topic: Flying with Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 4811	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 12 Mar 2021 9:36 pm Subject: Flying with Zum Encore
Thomas Stone Replies: 17 Views: 4811	I can tell you that the case measures 33-3/4" L x 9" H x 8-1/2" D and it comes in at just under 50 lbs in the case.
Topic: Encore or Discovery
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 4008	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 10 Mar 2021 9:31 pm Subject: Encore or Discovery
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 4008	...I don't know how many additional pedals or knees each can take... From the stageonesteelguitars.com website: "...It [the Encore] features an all pull changer, triple raise and triple low ...
Topic: Jolene
Thomas Stone Replies: 10 Views: 7367	Forum Section: Music Posted: 8 Mar 2021 11:00 am Subject: Jolene
Thomas Stone Replies: 10 Views: 7367	I assume you're talking about the fingerpicking part. It was the late Chip Young. https://www.nashvillescene.com/music/article/13057379/chip-young-legendary-nashville-session-guitarist-and-prod ...
Topic: PSG fret marker guide (decoder ring)
Thomas Stone Replies: 71 Views: 29488	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 26 Feb 2021 12:24 pm Subject: PSG fret marker guide (decoder ring)
Thomas Stone Replies: 71 Views: 29488	I don't think anyone has posted this one yet -- Nashville Ltd: https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix2020-03/19130_nashville_ltd_1.jpg
Topic: Need help wiring 5 way switch for 2 L-705 split coil pickups
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2403	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 20 Feb 2021 4:41 pm Subject: Need help wiring 5 way switch for 2 L-705 split coil pickups
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2403	I find it easier to visualize signal flow with a schematic rather than a wiring diagram. The figure below shows a schematic version of the Guitar Electronics diagram, shown in the middle (No. 3) posit ...
Topic: Need help wiring 5 way switch for 2 L-705 split coil pickups
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2403	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 20 Feb 2021 1:41 pm Subject: Need help wiring 5 way switch for 2 L-705 split coil pickups
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 2403	I concur that the Oak-Grigsby Superswitch is an excellent choice. Make sure you get the 4-pole double-wafer variety with 24 solder lugs. As far as the wiring goes, if: North start = white North ...
Topic: Colored Nylon Tuners
Thomas Stone Replies: 38 Views: 9126	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 20 Feb 2021 11:40 am Subject: Colored Nylon Tuners
Thomas Stone Replies: 38 Views: 9126	Nylon is extremely hydrophilic (water-absorbing), so water based dyes like RIT fabric dyes work beautifully. They come in gazillion colors, plus you can mix them and create your own if desired. htt ...
Topic: String 3 G# keeps breaking!! Please help.
Thomas Stone Replies: 66 Views: 29991	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 20 Feb 2021 11:09 am Subject: String 3 G# keeps breaking!! Please help.
Thomas Stone Replies: 66 Views: 29991	So, not that itâ€™s an option, but theoretically if you tuned it to G and raised it to G# would you have less breakage? Both my strings snapped while engaging the B pedal to get to the A. I thin ...
Topic: EQ pedal
Thomas Stone Replies: 26 Views: 9599	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 19 Feb 2021 9:00 pm Subject: EQ pedal
Thomas Stone Replies: 26 Views: 9599	"Don't underestimate the effectiveness of taking the first two sliders (31.25 and 62.5Hz) completely down to help cut back the hum of the single coil pickups." Excellent point.
Topic: String 3 G# keeps breaking!! Please help.
Thomas Stone Replies: 66 Views: 29991	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 19 Feb 2021 8:43 pm Subject: String 3 G# keeps breaking!! Please help.
Thomas Stone Replies: 66 Views: 29991	...Jeff Newman used .012. His opinion was that they were larger, therefore less likely to break... That's an understandable misconception, but still not correct. For a plain steel string of a give ...
Topic: Ryan Barwin Rocks the Universe...
Thomas Stone Replies: 5 Views: 2051	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 19 Feb 2021 1:51 pm Subject: Ryan Barwin Rocks the Universe...
Thomas Stone Replies: 5 Views: 2051	"Space Rock" -- love it!
Topic: MCI bell crank screws
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 1765	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 15 Feb 2021 2:32 pm Subject: MCI bell crank screws
Thomas Stone Replies: 9 Views: 1765	Many vendors on eBay have such parts and ship internationally. Just search for "#6-32 socket head cap screw". On the vendor's eBay ad, click the "Shipping and Payments" tab to get ...