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Derek DiLaura

 

From:
Paw Paw, Michigan, USA (near Kalamazoo)
Post  Posted 18 Feb 2009 6:13 am    
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I'm currently playing a 1955 Fender Champion Lap Steel and like the tone quality however, I'm considering having a local luthier build me a new one.

He got a "buy" on P90 pick up's and that's what he puts in them unless the buyer want's something different. In today's market, what is the suggestion of those of you who have played a while?

I know opinions will vary but I'm looking for direction on say the top two or three available.

Thanks,

Derek
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Been playing banjo for about 5 years, a newbee at the 6 string lap steel. I'm never going to be as good as I want to be at either, just keep plugging away.
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chas smith R.I.P.


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Encino, CA, USA
Post  Posted 18 Feb 2009 10:53 am    
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Nothing wrong with a P90. You might also look into the pickups that Jason Lollar winds. I tend to prefer single coil pickups, even though they are noisier than buckers.
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John Billings


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Ohio, USA
Post  Posted 18 Feb 2009 11:37 am    
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Yup! Lollar. Chicago Steel:
http://tinyurl.com/bhao77
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Derek DiLaura

 

From:
Paw Paw, Michigan, USA (near Kalamazoo)
Post  Posted 19 Feb 2009 5:32 am     Pick Up's
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Thanks for the info, I'll check out what you gave me...
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