I like playing in the key of F on the E9th tuning. It gives you the full expanse of the fretboard, allows for hammer-ons and open string combos and you can adjust the intonation as needed!
That's awesome! I'm just getting into pedal steel. I appreciate you posting this, I'll give it a try once I have the pedal steel set up and tuned up properly.
Evan Campagna
GFI Ultra 12-string (E6)
Cozart Double Neck Lap Steel (C6 & open G)
Gretsch G9240 "Alligator" Round Neck Resonator "Dobro" with special nut added
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