Author Topic: Slides (Read 4188 times)

badgermark · « **Reply #15 on:** October 09, 2007, 07:31:17 PM »

The videos posted earlier were a huge help, even simple stuff like how to fret a note was a big help.

And the whole above the fret thing seems obvious and strange. Since the slide is curved (obviously) it is a bit of a nightmare to find the sweet spot. I'll get there.

Anyone know any good slide tunes to learn? And I'm not afraid of alternate tunings

WezV · « **Reply #16 on:** October 09, 2007, 10:14:41 PM »

i hate to say it but learning the solo from robbie williams -angels (i think) is a good start for simple slide technique

ToneMonkey · « **Reply #17 on:** October 10, 2007, 08:49:01 AM »

Quote from: WezV

i hate to say it but learning the solo from robbie williams -angels (i think) is a good start for simple slide technique

Noted for future micky taking :lol:

WezV · « **Reply #18 on:** October 10, 2007, 09:03:33 AM »

hey - its simple and its in standard tuning, its a great way to start with slide

... at least he never played it!!!!

Sollophonic · « **Reply #19 on:** October 10, 2007, 09:23:03 PM »

I am partial to my Planet Waves slide which is tapered to fit my finger and is made from chunky steel which while heavy enough to give a good tone, doesnt run you the risk of an RSI.

I also like the sound of brass slides, I actually quite like the drag the softer metal gives on the strings, it gives a bit more control, especially on a lighter strung electric.

I am always losing slides, so as well as having a few strategically placed around the house, my acoustic and my resonator each have a slide clipped to the back of the headstock, with a tool clip.

A top resource for slide playing is www.michaelmesser.co.uk, he has a forum which deals with all aspects of slide playing, whether acoustic or electric, and has some great links.

Sollophonic

HTH AMPS · « **Reply #20 on:** October 10, 2007, 10:30:16 PM »

I've always used a lightweight 1.75" chrome slide for electric - it means you can get stuck in even with a normal action. I find heavier slides are too heavy if you use them on your guitars setup for 'normal' playing.

When I have a guitar setup for slide with some 12s on, I like my old bottleneck - I got it a good ten years ago from a company that advertised in Guitarist. It's got sustain for days and a gorgeous smooth tone.

For acoustic you can't beat a heavy brass slide - they're a bit more brash and help the notes jump out.

I'm still playing with various brass slides after losing my fave one I had for 10+ years - nothing sounds like that one so far :(

:twisted:

ToneMonkey · « **Reply #21 on:** October 11, 2007, 08:33:40 AM »

Does anyone use compression for slide. My mate swears by it.

Sollophonic · « **Reply #22 on:** October 11, 2007, 10:26:09 AM »

Compression I guess would work, I prefer a small valve amp running hot!!

Sollophonic

38thBeatle · « **Reply #23 on:** October 11, 2007, 06:58:58 PM »

I have used cpmpression on recordings but then again I have rarely recorded anything without compression.