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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 July 2004 09:43 AM
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Hey guys and gals, if you’re in the market for a new amp, Fender has one made for steel guitars called the Steel King, and here are some of the features: 200 watts into a 4 ohm lead. All new preamp design tailored for clean, versatile tone shaping. Custom Fifteen Driver based on the JBL D130F model. XLR output with level control with pre post EQ. Effects loop and tuner output with a mute button. Limiter with On/Off button. Fender long spring reverb by Accutronics. Cover and three button switch. I’ve been living with the Steel King for a couple of weeks now and think it’s the greatest out-of-the-box amp sound I’ve heard in a long time. The tone circuit is very user friendly and I’m going straight into the amp with a Boss DD-3 in the effects loop and a cable to my tuner. I haven’t thrown my Genesis away but with what little effects I use, I don’t need it with this amp. I’ve been told they are now available, so check one out if you get the opportunity. [This message was edited by Buddy Emmons on 14 July 2004 at 09:44 AM.] |
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Jay Fagerlie Member From: Lotus, California, USA |
posted 14 July 2004 09:46 AM
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Thanks for the tip Buddy I'm looking forward to trying one myself Jay ------------------ |
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Rick Schmidt Member From: Carlsbad, CA. USA |
posted 14 July 2004 10:05 AM
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Buddy...do you use the limiter? |
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Fred Justice Member From: Globe Arizona, Copper Capital Of The World |
posted 14 July 2004 10:05 AM
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Hey Buddy,Sam Marshall brought two of these amps. to our last jam in April that Mike Smith had been playing around with.I only got to play through one for a short time and would need to take one to the job to properly assess it,but what i heard sounded real good. BTW Buddy,could you e-mail me your phone # as i would like to talk to you about future shows at the Southwestern Steel Guitar Association in Arizona,Thanks Buddy. _____________________________________________ Fred Justice Events Dir. SWSGA www.swsteelguitar.com [This message was edited by Fred Justice on 14 July 2004 at 10:12 AM.] |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 July 2004 11:46 AM
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Rick, So far I haven't used the limiter, but my time with the amp has been limited to my music room. |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 July 2004 12:23 PM
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I'll clarify that by saying I have tested it in the music room but not used it on a live date. |
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Tommy M Member From: Indiana |
posted 14 July 2004 12:46 PM
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Just checked the website and couldn't find any info. I called Sweetwater Music in Ft. Wayne, IN and one of their salesmen (Jason), is checking with Fender and is supposed to get back with me on production, availability, and price. This is exciting news! Tommy Minniear |
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Hook Moore Member From: South Charleston,West Virginia |
posted 14 July 2004 02:03 PM
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Buddy, nice to see you on the forum again..I hope Mrs. E is doing well now.. Hook ------------------ |
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Roy Ayres Member From: Starke, Florida, USA |
posted 14 July 2004 02:16 PM
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Buddy: Sounds like it would be a good amp. Have an idea what it's weight might be? |
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Roger Kelly Member From: Mount Carmel, TN. 37645 |
posted 14 July 2004 04:53 PM
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Check here for more information. http://steelguitarforum.com/Forum11/HTML/005449.html |
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Tony Prior Member From: Charlotte NC |
posted 15 July 2004 03:47 AM
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Buddy, as always many thanks for your comments . I have no doubt that this is a fine amp and I have seriously considered "Acquiring" one. Question for those that may already have on.. My requirements are for a double duty amp, Steel and the dastardly Tele'..is it the opinion of the minions that this amp could in fact be the Holy Grail of the double duty amps as well ? Is this the same or similar to a previous current model Vibro King with the 15" JBL or something like that ? My friend Joe Smith here in Charlotte has one of those and it kicks the tires pretty good. My previous tenure had always been with a Silver Face 85W Twin for double duty..with a JBL D130 Installed.. Thoughts? users? t |
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Rick Johnson Member From: Wheelwright, Ky USA |
posted 15 July 2004 05:09 AM
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Buddy Will you demostrating the amp for Fender at Nashville's NAMM next week? ------------------ |
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Kevin Hatton Member From: Amherst, N.Y. |
posted 15 July 2004 10:23 AM
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Like Tommy said this is good news. A recommenedattion from the master himself. I'll be trying one as soon as I can. |
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Joe Alterio Member From: Fishers, Indiana |
posted 15 July 2004 10:38 AM
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Buddy, Have you had a chance to try out the '65 Twin Custom that they started production on at the beginning of this year? If so, how do these amps compare? I had very bad luck with two different '65 Twin Customs and a number of people I have talked to felt that Fender was jumping the gun in racing to the steel guitar market without really testing that Custom out (both of mine had odd tube and cabinet rattles at various tone frequencies...so both went back for a refund). I'm not trying to take the focus away from the Steel King....I only mention the Twin Custom to explain why I would like to know if the Steel King's cabinet and speaker are efficient in reproducing the sounds of a steel guitar without any added "noises".... Thanks, Joe |
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Jacki Montgomery New Member From: Carson City, Nevada, USA |
posted 15 July 2004 11:41 AM
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My main concern is weight!! I've been lugging 100# of amp around and at my age that's getting tiresome. If Buddy likes the sound and it has a reasonable weight I'm going to give this some serious consideration. Jacki |
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Craig A Davidson Member From: Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin USA |
posted 15 July 2004 04:09 PM
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Buddy, Please contact me at my e-mail if you would be so kind. |
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GARYPHILLIPS Member From: SOMERSET, OHIO ,PERRY |
posted 15 July 2004 07:26 PM
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Buddy. will they have the new Fender SK.at St Louis this year.and will be playing one of the Fender SK.at St Louis love see and hear one.Thanks Gary |
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Rex Thomas Member From: Thompson's Station, TN |
posted 15 July 2004 07:51 PM
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Hey, Buddy likes it, Mike Smith likes it. COME ON Fender! Let's get the KANG out to the peepuls. It's 66 lbs., boys & girls. |
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Miguel e Smith Member From: Phoenix, AZ |
posted 16 July 2004 08:24 AM
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I've had a few folks ask me when the info about the amp will show up on the Fender website. I spoke with Sam Marshall (designer) and he said new amps will typically show up on the website a few weeks after NAMM. I believe they already have a stock of manufactured units and, of course, you'll be able to check them out at the show. Mike |
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Rick Schmidt Member From: Carlsbad, CA. USA |
posted 16 July 2004 03:42 PM
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Does this amp have 2 seperate channels, like a Twin? How 'bout an extension speaker jack? Is it open back ? |
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Randy Gilliam Member From: San Antonio, Texas, USA |
posted 19 July 2004 07:13 PM
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Buddy I Played With Clifton Jansky 70s We Were the warm up band at Randys Rodeo in San antonio Willie Nelson Darrel Mcall It Was Great. Randy Reinhardt needs some more lessons .Thanks for the info on amp if you like it so do I Randy Gilliam in San Antonio ------------------ |
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Loren Morehouse Member From: Meadowlands, MN USA |
posted 20 July 2004 06:11 PM
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Very interesting, but what does this puppy go for?? Loren. |
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Roger Shackelton Member From: Everett, Wa. |
posted 20 July 2004 06:55 PM
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(quote from "MIGUEL") Fender is starting manufacturing this month(June) and will show the amp at the July NAMM show in Nashville. List will be $1,000 and it will sell in most stores for $700. Roger |
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Nick Reed Member From: Springfield, TN |
posted 20 July 2004 08:21 PM
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Can't wait to try one out. I have a Twin Reverb I sometimes use instead of my Webb. I always liked the sound of a good Fender Amp! [This message was edited by Nick Reed on 25 July 2004 at 05:30 PM.] |
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Jim Saunders Member From: Houston, Texas, U.S.A. |
posted 21 July 2004 03:30 PM
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I checked availability today in one of Houston's Guitar Center and they didn't have one in stock, but they could order one for $699.00. The salesman said they could probably get one within 3 weeks. ------------------ |
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Tommy M Member From: Indiana |
posted 23 July 2004 12:58 PM
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Orderd mine today from Sweetwater Sound in Ft. Wayne, IN 1-800-222-4700. I was told by Bob Mondock that it should be here by no later than mid-August. Bob's extension number is: 1354 He is a good guy to deal with. ------------------ |
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Mark Krutke Member From: Tomahawk, WI USA |
posted 23 July 2004 11:33 PM
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The Carter Starter, Fender "Steel King" amp made for pedal steel....It looks like the ball is rolling....(or bar I should say). ...And we have people like E to thank for their persistence. ------------------ |
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John Fabian Member From: Mesquite, Texas USA |
posted 24 July 2004 04:44 AM
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These are from a private showing by Fender in one of their suites at the NAMM show Friday night. Lloyd Green was in attendance along with forumites Randy Beavers, Tommy Dodd, Billy Phelps, Johnny Cox, Dyke Corson, and Bob Knight.
------------------ www.steelguitar.com [This message was edited by John Fabian on 24 July 2004 at 06:13 AM.] |
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Ken Byng Member From: Southampton, England |
posted 24 July 2004 06:26 AM
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Good features, but best one for me is its compactness. Looks about the same size as my NV400. It'll be nice to try one out when they reach the UK. Also - nice to see it comes complete with a cover. Most don't. KB |
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Dana Wayne Member From: Tallahassee, Fl |
posted 24 July 2004 12:18 PM
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Fender sent me a prototype of the Steel-King, back in june. Great amp! The Steel-king is what we used to expect from fender. They're back! Dana Flood [This message was edited by Dana Wayne on 24 July 2004 at 09:41 PM.] |
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Jay Ganz Member From: Out Behind The Barn |
posted 24 July 2004 07:12 PM
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I've got one on order. It cost me $629. I'll be curious to hear how it compares with my old original '65 Twin Reverb. [This message was edited by Jay Ganz on 05 August 2004 at 06:58 AM.] |
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Rick Johnson Member From: Wheelwright, Ky USA |
posted 26 July 2004 04:27 AM
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John The new Fender amp had a great sound. Every player sounded good, I think the Carter guitar deserves some credit too. ------------------ [This message was edited by Rick Johnson on 26 July 2004 at 04:32 AM.] |
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John Fabian Member From: Mesquite, Texas USA |
posted 26 July 2004 09:03 AM
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Thanks but those guys could make a 2by4 sound great. |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 26 July 2004 10:36 AM
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Yeah John, but the 2 x 4 I tested last week sounded better than ever through the new Fender. Thanks for the use of the guitar at the Fender room. Carter and Fender make a nice sounding couple. |
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Curry Coster Member From: Glen Burnie, MD USA |
posted 26 July 2004 11:01 AM
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Buddy= Could you post the settings you use on the Steel King? That would be a BIG help.... Curry |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 26 July 2004 12:22 PM
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Curry, EQ Tilt - 9 o’clock for C6 and around 10 or 11 o’clock for E9. Treble - around 11 o’clock. Mid Level - 10 or 11 o’clock. This control doesn’t work unless the Mid Frequency knob is moved from the center setting. Mid Frequency - 11 o’clock. Bass – 1 o’clock Reverb – 10 o’clock The Steel King is designed to get a good sound with all knobs straight up, but as you know different guitars will require variations from those points. I’ve tried three or four different brand guitars with the amp and found a good tone for all of them. The settings I gave you are for my JCH, but the amp is so user friendly, you’ll not have to hunt long for a tone that compliments your guitar. |
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Curry Coster Member From: Glen Burnie, MD USA |
posted 26 July 2004 03:25 PM
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Buddy- Thanks for the quick reply. I can't wait to try one with my '67 Emmons... Curry |
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John Fabian Member From: Mesquite, Texas USA |
posted 27 July 2004 04:45 AM
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Although Curry may live a bit far away, for those of you who live near us or are coming through the Dallas area, you are cordially invited to come to our showroom in Mesquite to try out the new Steel KingTM amp. Please feel free to bring your own steel and rig for any roadtesting you wish to do. Thank you to Fender for letting us have one of these first production-run new Steel KingTM amps! We look forward to seeing any of you who can make it to our shop and for those of you who can't, we look forward to seeing you in St. Louis! John Fabian |
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Bob Knight Member From: Bowling Green KY |
posted 27 July 2004 05:02 AM
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John, Does this mean Carter Steel Guitars will be a dealer for the "Steel King" Amp? BTW, The new black Carter was awesome. ------------------ |
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Brad Sarno Member From: St. Louis, MO USA |
posted 27 July 2004 06:23 AM
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That thing looks smallish like a Webb. Is that what I'm seeing in the picture? Brad Sarno |
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