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I have always liked the sound of 6 string lap steel guitar, especially through a good amp with a bit of drive on it. Country music certainly, but mostly for rock/ blues and church music. Always one of those "one day I will do that" things that never seemed to materialize.
Well a couple months ago I finally decided to do something about it and after doing a lot of research on lap steels, settled on a nice tobacco sunburst Asher Junior. Yes, made in China, I know, as opposed to the "real" Asher’s that are made in the States which are beautiful to behold, considered some of the best lap steels out there and run around $2000.00 (as opposed to $550.00 for the Junior). Way too much for me as a beginner -- I figured, get the Junior and if I take to it, sell it and upgrade (sort of a "try it before you spend any *real* money" policy).
Have it in open D and having a lot of fun so far. Open D is great for major power chords, not so much for minor stuff. Considering switching to C6 tuning, which I understand will give me some options for slants and stuff, more nuanced (if a lot more "Hawaiian" sounding). Got a good book on C6 tuning which I have yet to crack open and spend any real time with. Soon, I hope.
Anyway just wanted to see if any other members here play lap steel or enjoy listening to it.
Well a couple months ago I finally decided to do something about it and after doing a lot of research on lap steels, settled on a nice tobacco sunburst Asher Junior. Yes, made in China, I know, as opposed to the "real" Asher’s that are made in the States which are beautiful to behold, considered some of the best lap steels out there and run around $2000.00 (as opposed to $550.00 for the Junior). Way too much for me as a beginner -- I figured, get the Junior and if I take to it, sell it and upgrade (sort of a "try it before you spend any *real* money" policy).
Have it in open D and having a lot of fun so far. Open D is great for major power chords, not so much for minor stuff. Considering switching to C6 tuning, which I understand will give me some options for slants and stuff, more nuanced (if a lot more "Hawaiian" sounding). Got a good book on C6 tuning which I have yet to crack open and spend any real time with. Soon, I hope.
Anyway just wanted to see if any other members here play lap steel or enjoy listening to it.