In this lesson, i give you an introduction to A6 tuning for lap steel, a great tuning to play some classic western swing music!
A6 tuning is an easy re-tune from C6 tuning and that’s what this lesson is all about: learning A6 tuning from your knowledge of C6 tuning, a great way to avoid making your head explode when you start learning multiple tunings 🙂
You can also get the accompanying files below, which include 15 pages of high-quality PDF diagrams, chord charts…
I also get questions all the time about the gear i use so you will also find below links to useful accessories (strings, picks and bars…) as a reference (not exhaustive of course).
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Strings
Bar
Many lap steel players find the bullet bar (3/4″ diameter) more convenient for slants:
I personally prefer the classic dobro bar:
Thumbpicks
Fingerpicks
Propik fingerpicks are also really good ones !
Tuner
Metronome
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What gauge should i use on my Duesenberg fairytale split king for C6 tuning? Also, can i use the same gauge for A6 tuning? Thank you!
Yes, 15 to 36 works great, check out the C6 & A6 introduction lessons for more info!