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Topic: Pedals moved to right side |
Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 7:19 am |
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HI everyone
I have a prosthetic left leg and I am having a problem using the 3 pedals with it. I don't have a problem with pedals 1,2 pushed at same time. I can't move to any one pedal without looking at it and that just throws everything out of time. I have talked to GFI and Steel Guitars Nashville when I bought it and they said I could move the pedals to the right. That would eliminate the problem with that. The only problem is how do I control the volume pedal? I can't rotate it front to back with the left leg without rigging someway to rotate the pedal. Using the 1 and 2 pedals so far have worked ok but I feel I am limiting myself to play like I want to. Moving the pedals to the right is no problem and was wondering if anyone has run into this situation with the volume pedal.
Any advice would be appreciated.
By the way, I am 65 years old and not looking to play professionally. Just like playing with some old guys about 2 times a month. I do play the bass with them now. I do and have allways enjoyed listening to the steel. So far the fretboard and strings haven't given me a problem with playing. I do practice a lot since I am retired now. Thanks for reading this and any idea's would surely help.
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John Roche
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England
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 7:32 am
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There used to be a Emmons that had the volume pot on a knee lever or pedal , it would go someway to help.
Other players may have more info on this... John |
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Dan Burnham
From:
Greenfield, Tennessee
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 8:06 am Volume Pedal That works with your head
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Kurt Kowalski will be at St. Louis this year. He is using some type of volume pedal that works with the motion of your head.
Dan
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Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 8:08 am
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Hi John
I had a thought about using a knee lever. I think I could rig it up to work ok. Would need to use some springs and a bracket to mount the pot to.
Thanks for this suggestion.
Richard |
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Mickey Adams
From:
Bandera Texas
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 4:23 pm
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The Telonics Pedal comes with a sensor in a hat and can be worn and used to adjust the volume of the instrument..Ive got one...It works!...
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Dave Beaty
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Mesa, Arizona, USA
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Posted 19 Aug 2010 7:08 pm Remote Volume Sensor for Telonics Foot Pedal
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Larry, the TMRS remote sensor that Mike mentioned could be attached to an existing unused lever on your steel, or it could be affixed to an above-cabinet lever. Anything that will move or pivot could serve as a mouting structure if you did not want to attach it to a hat/cap or your elbow, etc.
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Jeremy Threlfall
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Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 4:53 am
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Thanks Dan, Mickey, and Dave for the volume pedal advice. I'll check it out. I am still having second thoughts about moving them. So far I have been able to adapt my limiting style and adapt my playing with the handicap. Moving the pedals is the last alternative I will do.
I was an electrician for 45 years and worked the last 8 years with this bum leg. I had to adapt to my work with it--climbing ladders and all-- just was a little slower going up and down. I think with a little time I can adapt to my playing with it. I am too stubborn and determined not to give it up. I don't plan on playing as a pro. I do have thoughts of playing in some local churches with background music. I have ordered some background CD songs and some training CD's to learn more basics. Everyone that learnes has to start somewhere. So far it is going about what I expected. I'll keep posting every now and then to let those interested in this the updates to my playing and learning.
Thanks
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Dave Beaty
From:
Mesa, Arizona, USA
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 7:25 am Volume
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You have great spirit Larry, you are an inspiration to us all. Please let us know if we can be of any help.
Dave |
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Richard Damron
From:
Gallatin, Tennessee, USA (deceased)
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 10:25 am
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Larry -
There may be some who will poo-poo this idea but I think that it has some merit. Try to find a "voice" or "sound" actuated control. Yes, the VOX circuits (voice-activated switches) have been around for decades but I should think that a voice-controlled circuit might just fill the bill. In essence, one might have a "throat mike" and, by singing, groaning, grunting - whatever - it would control an electronic volume control.
I, personally, would make an attempt to contact the likes of Ken Fox, Brad Sarno, Jim Sliff , Eric West, etc since they are neck-deep into all of the electronic gadgetry on the market.
One "down-side" to it: If ya need a long sustain then ya better take a DEEP breath!
Respectfully,
Richard |
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Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 1:47 pm
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Thanks for the idea Richard. It doesn't sound like a bad idea as long as I don't operate it with a personal sound.HAHA   . So far by practicing the scale chords and working on a couple of songs, I am not having too much problem with the pedals as long as the song is slow and I can look down quickly to see which one's to push. The volume pedal is kinda useless right now since I am concentrating on chords and runs. The volume will come later when I am a little more comfortable with the way I am playing. This old worn out brain can only absorb so much at one time. I do feel a lot more comfortable and starting to make since of what I am supposed to do. This is a very good instrument to experiment with to get so many different sounds out of it. You can play just about any kind of music with it. My changing from this "chord and sound" to this "chord and sound" is a little rough but smoothness will come as I get used to it more.
Thanks
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Richard Damron
From:
Gallatin, Tennessee, USA (deceased)
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 2:09 pm
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Larry -
I can't let this go.
There have been many steelers with infirmities who have sought the help of everyone including members of the Forum and the manufacturers. Solutions to "problems" such as yours have been found with the end result being some disadvantaged players all of a sudden being able to function on the instrument in something approaching a "normal" manner.
I would urge you to actively persue a solution to your dilemma. It should pay off - big time - in the future.
Ain't nothin' worse than a disgruntled steeler - - - - or better'n a steeler with a %%%%eatin' grin on his face!
Respectfully,
Richard |
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Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 20 Aug 2010 4:27 pm
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| Richard Damron wrote: |
Larry -
I can't let this go.
There have been many steelers with infirmities who have sought the help of everyone including members of the Forum and the manufacturers. Solutions to "problems" such as yours have been found with the end result being some disadvantaged players all of a sudden being able to function on the instrument in something approaching a "normal" manner.
I would urge you to actively persue a solution to your dilemma. It should pay off - big time - in the future.
Ain't nothin' worse than a disgruntled steeler - - - - or better'n a steeler with a %%%%eatin' grin on his face!
Respectfully,
Richard |
Richad, so far I have that grin on my face. It is coming around. I have only had this steel 1 week and allready I can play "Blue eyes crying in the rain" all the way through and can even add some fancy stuff to it. I wish the amp I have was larger and better. It is only a practice amp--25watts. When the funds come around I'll be looking for something bigger and better for the mellow, deeper sound. I have turned the knobs everywhere but it still has the tinnie sound to it. No TONE. Thanks for the interest and believe me, I am to stubborn to let this thing lick me. When I get a little better I'll see if I can put in on YouTube. Wouldn't that be something?????
Take Care
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Richard Damron
From:
Gallatin, Tennessee, USA (deceased)
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Posted 21 Aug 2010 6:29 am
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Larry -
You've got the spirit - the attitude.
You're half way there!
Respectfully,
Richard |
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Bill Dobkins
From:
Rolla Missouri, USA
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Posted 21 Aug 2010 7:36 am
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Larry, don't worry about a VP just learn to soften you touch with your picks. I know some that play without a VP and sound great.
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Larry Haas
From:
Morganton, North Carolina USA
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Posted 21 Aug 2010 7:57 am
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| Bill Dobkins wrote: |
| Larry, don't worry about a VP just learn to soften you touch with your picks. I know some that play without a VP and sound great. |
Hey Bill
I have kinda been doing that a little. Right now I don't use it much at all. I have been keeping it kinda low so the folks next door don't wonder if I am strangling a cat over here haha. The pedal will come into play later when I get used to what I am doing elsewhere. Man, this is fun. Everytime I sit down to it, I seem to come up with something better sounding and easier to do. I started out without picks but the picks are a lot easier to me to use.
Thanks
Richard Haas
I need to change the profile. Larry is actually my first name but I have used Richard all my life. I have a son, Larry Jr. and he uses Larry. |
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