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Timmy Kelly
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Armrest

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Currently my pedal steel is a single neck without an armrest. Is it worth it to get an armrest? Does it make a difference while playing? I have only used without one so I am unsure of the pros and cons.
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Larry Allen
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Re: Armrest

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This is a computer wrist rest, $25 on Amazon, different sizes.. :D
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Bobby D. Jones
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This is an arm rest I added to a GFI S12 Keyless. It is constructed of a piece of poplar wood, padded and covered with Naga-Hyde. At the key head I carved a bar holder groove in the wood. Has clip on changer end that holds my tuner. Just black Magic Marker colored the wood.
I made a pad for a MSA with a 12 string key head, Had enough room for a plastic Do-Bro bar and steel bar to lay together.

The arm rest is attached to the guitar with industrial grade Vel-Cro. So pad can be removed for casing guitar. No Holes Drilled In Guitar.
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Skip Edwards
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Re: Armrest

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IMHO, an armrest - especially a full size one - supports your right forearm and helps your right hand technique. Supports your left arm, as well.
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Re: Armrest

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In my picture above, Is you look close. The pad in the changer/pickup area is taller. I made it taller to support my right wrist for better right hand orientation.
Paul Awalt
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Re: Armrest

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You'll only know if you try one. Head down to Billy Coopers and give it a go. I prefer a SD-10 but they are extra weight.
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Larry Dering
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Re: Armrest

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Don Blood makes armrests that fasten to the legs. I have 2 and they work great. He's a forum member and has a website.