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Tim Marcus
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San Francisco, CA
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:12 pm |
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Hello folks - I just joined this forum today!
I have been in love with the sound of the steel and I think I need to get one and learn how to play it. I have been playing the 6 string guitar for a long time, and I also play keyboard instruments.
However, before I moved out of Vermont I recorded 2 bands with pedal steel players. One of which has some notoriety because of the front man steel player Gordon Stone. He makes that thing sound so magical that I was hooked.
Anyway, before I spill my guts out here - I was hoping to get some suggestions about a good first steel. Obviously, there is the Carter Starter route - but I would like to hear what the experts have to say.
thanks so much - look forward to hanging out here!
- Tim
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Larry Strawn
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:25 pm
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Welcome Tim,,
I think you'll really like it here.
I also believe you can't go wrong with a Carter starter, haven't heard anything bad about one!
Larry
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Grant Johnson
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Nashville TN
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:33 pm
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Greetings Tim and welcome to the forum.
The starter guitar is a safe route to go...
You will buy a basic guitar that has the rudimentry changes to get started. You won't have too much money into it if you decide that pedal steel is not for you. If you outgrow it and start looking for a pro model, you'll get most of your money out of it. [This message was edited by Grant Johnson on 09 November 2005 at 04:34 PM.] |
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Jim Sliff
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Lawndale California, USA
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:43 pm
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As another beginner, I'd say that if you're into country styles the Carter Starter is a good way to go. I'd also look at Lone Star - Jim seems to make nice steels at reasonable prices. Be careful with used steels - unless you can buy from a shop that knows them, you can get burned.
That being said, I'm using old Fenders and am really happy with the tone and feel of them. But they are for different applications or people who just HAVE to have that tone. |
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Carl Williams
From:
Oklahoma
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:43 pm
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Welcome aboard Tim  I agree with my forum brothers on the Carter Steel route. You mentioned a "magical" sound and you're right---if this sound has already gotch ya, you'll probably sit behind a few more steels down the road! Good luck--you're in for something very special my friend! Carl
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Archie Nicol R.I.P.
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Ayrshire, Scotland
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 4:52 pm
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Beware of Sho-Bud Mavericks on E-bay.
If you're serious, get a pro' model.
Cheers, Arch. |
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Tim Marcus
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San Francisco, CA
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 6:57 pm
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thanks for the kind welcome - I am going to hunt down the student model Carter and take it from there.
any one teach in NYC? |
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Pat Carlson
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Sutton, Nebraska, R.I.P.
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 7:09 pm
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Welcome Tim from the flatlands. Make sure you get at least 3 pedals and the 2 knee levers. 4 knee levers and 3 pedals will keep you busy for a very long time!
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Al Marcus
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Cedar Springs,MI USA (deceased)
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 7:47 pm
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Tim-good advice from the Forum Members, Good luck..al
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Ron Randall
From:
Dallas, Texas, USA
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Posted 9 Nov 2005 8:27 pm
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Welcome!
Before you decide, read this:http://www.b0b.com/infoedu/future1.htm
Good luck
Ron |
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Terry Pendlay
From:
Effingham Illinois, USA
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Posted 10 Nov 2005 12:32 pm
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| have carter starter for from please email me |
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Tim Marcus
From:
San Francisco, CA
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Posted 10 Nov 2005 1:56 pm
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| emailed you : ) |
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