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Topic: Question on Excel Steel Guitars |
Jeffrey Smith
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Harvest, Alabama, USA
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Posted 9 Jan 2017 12:16 am |
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Does anyone know how one would go about talking with someone regarding ordering an Excel steel?
I don't do Facebook, so the fact that there is a Facebook page doesn't help me. Is there a dealer / representative in the US?
I have some special requirements and so buying an existing guitar is not a good option for me (height, copedant).
Thanks,
Jeff |
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Billy Carr
From:
Seminary, Mississippi, USA (deceased)
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Posted 9 Jan 2017 1:41 am Excel
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| Check the EXCEL website. Lots of info available. "Excel Pedal Steel Guitars". Got my Excel in Feb.2014, brand new. Zero issues and still hasn't broke a string. Very pleased with mine. Thanks. |
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Lane Gray
From:
Topeka, KS
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Posted 9 Jan 2017 6:01 am
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I believe Bill Ferguson is a dealer.
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2 pedal steels, a lapStrat, and an 8-string Dobro (and 3 ukes)
More amps than guitars, and not many effects |
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Len Amaral
From:
Rehoboth,MA 02769
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Posted 9 Jan 2017 6:51 am
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Definitely purchase through a dealer. I ordered one direct many years ago and got nailed with a huge shipping cost and rediculous charge at Customs bringing the guitar in.
Very nice guitar and was sorry I sold it. |
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Jerry Overstreet
From:
Louisville Ky
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Doc Hall
From:
Galveston, Tx
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Posted 10 Jan 2017 7:13 am
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| I bought mine recently by going through the website. You have to be sure that you get your communications right and re-check what has been requested over the course of the build. Other than that, I got what I wanted and it's an impressive guitar. Customs is unpredictable and can result in extra work on your end. |
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Douglas Schuch
From:
Valencia, Philippines
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Posted 10 Jan 2017 3:34 pm
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I know Keith Bolog just took delivery of a new D-10 from Excel. You could contact him via the forum and ask how he went about it. I found him very willing to share info on the Excels. I think the biggest concern might be Mitsuo's age - 87, I think? Very interesting instruments, with many innovations.
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Bringing steel guitar to the bukid of Negros Oriental! |
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Rick Kreuziger
From:
Merrillan, Wisconsin
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Posted 10 Jan 2017 5:42 pm
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I ordered mine last year about this time. I contacted Mitsuo via email. Build time was very quick.
I had it shipped the cheaper method of two offered and it arrived USPS with no customs charges.
Payments were done with bank wires. It pays to shop on that, fees can be expensive.
I was careful to keep my English simple and direct. I had no problem getting what I ordered. He built me a wonderful instrument. |
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Mike Vallandigham
From:
Martinez, CA
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Posted 10 Jan 2017 9:20 pm
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I own a S12 Excel Superb that I love dearly.
I bought mine already made from Scotty's, but I've emailed Mitsuo afterwards about some things, and he is very responsive, and a pleasure to deal with.
As mentioned, keep in mind the language barrier, and use plain simple English when communicating by email. Thankfully, he understands just fine, because I can't understand one lick of Japanese. Oishi. That's all I know. It means "delicious".
I had no problems. |
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Larry Allen
From:
Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii
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Posted 11 Jan 2017 1:56 pm Excel
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I have several Excels...the last 2 I ordered direct from Mitzuo...they each took 1 month to build to my specs. The shipping was $160 from Tokyo to Anchorage...no customs taxes....excellent service and guitars, Larry
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Excel steels & Peavey amps,Old Chevys & Motorcycles & Women on the Trashy Side |
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Glenn Demichele
From:
(20mi N of) Chicago Illinois, USA
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Posted 11 Jan 2017 5:40 pm
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I got my E9/C6 directly from Mitsou Feb 2016. I got exactly what I asked for, and it's great.
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Franklin D10 8&5, Excel D10 8&5. Both amazing guitars! Homemade buffer/overdrive with adjustable 700Hz "Fender" scoop., Moyo pedal, GT-001 effects, 2x TDA7294 80W class AB amps, or 2x BAM200 for stereo. TT12 and BW1501 each in its own closed back wedge. Also NV400 etc. etc... |
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Bill Ferguson
From:
Milton, FL USA
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Posted 12 Jan 2017 4:41 am
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Bill Stafford is the go to person in the USA.
He and Mitsuo work together very well.
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AUTHORIZED George L's, Goodrich, Telonics and Peavey Dealer: I have 2 steels and several amps. My current rig of choice is 1993 Emmons LeGrande w/ 108 pups (Jack Strayhorn built for me), Goodrich OMNI Volume Pedal, George L's cables, Goodrich Baby Bloomer and Peavey Nashville 112. Can't get much sweeter. |
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Jeffrey Smith
From:
Harvest, Alabama, USA
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Posted 16 Jan 2017 10:05 pm Thanks, Everyone!
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Thanks to all for your informative responses.
Jeff Smith |
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Melvin Edge
From:
Washington, USA
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Posted 21 Apr 2017 12:12 pm
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| Hey Larry, what material/finish is the cabinet on that red Excel? |
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Larry Allen
From:
Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii
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Posted 21 Apr 2017 12:55 pm
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Hi Melvin, it's a red wood grain on aluminum, Guitar weighs 21lbs, Mitsuo offeres several colors n his site....I asked for a Koa but he didn't have it...Larry 
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Excel steels & Peavey amps,Old Chevys & Motorcycles & Women on the Trashy Side |
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Melvin Edge
From:
Washington, USA
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Posted 21 Apr 2017 1:01 pm
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| Beautiful!!! I've been thinking of ordering an S10 from him. Thanks for the info. |
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Mike Vallandigham
From:
Martinez, CA
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Posted 21 Apr 2017 2:34 pm
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While I bought my Excel from Scotty, I've dealt directly with Mitsuo also. He's a great guy and a true gentleman.
He does pretty well with English, which is a good thing, because I don't speak a lick of Japanese.
Only tip I'd give is to keep email communication with him simple and straightforward. No fancy sentence structure, long run-on sentences or esoteric words. Be clear adn to the point.
Go for it, you'll love your guitar. I prize mine. |
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Larry Allen
From:
Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii
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Posted 21 Apr 2017 4:55 pm Excel
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Douglas....FYI Mitsuo is an amazing builder and picker...you'd never guess his age if you met him.... Larry 
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Excel steels & Peavey amps,Old Chevys & Motorcycles & Women on the Trashy Side |
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Melvin Edge
From:
Washington, USA
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Posted 26 Apr 2017 6:34 pm
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| Are those tone knobs on the endplates Larry? |
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Larry Allen
From:
Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii
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Posted 26 Apr 2017 9:20 pm
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Melvin, the top knob is a tone control, cuts highs for jazz, etc..under it is the out Jack..Larry 
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