Western Swing Rules #8 by Robert Huston Productions 

+Robert Huston --Hi Robert, Thanks for the info on the tuning [and for posting these videos]. The lessons with Eddie are exceptional. I have a 6 string lap steel and need to leave off 2 strings. Would it be best to use just the top 6 or the middle 6? Much appreciated.

+mrswimmyboy hey, it's Robert. Thanks, I'm thrilled you're enjoying Western Swing RULES. Please make others aware of the program. I'm also looking for potential sponsors or funding sources to expand and increase frequency. I appreciate any help.

I'll try to get your question to Eddie for an answer.

mrswimmyboy, Here is the answer to your question regarding which strings to leave off. From Eddie Rivers; Hi Robert.On a 6 string I use the top 6,E,C#,A,F# E,C#. That's what I used on about half of the Willie and the Wheel album,on an old 6 string Rickenbacker. I hope that helps. Robert

+Robert Huston -- Thanks Robert and Eddie--Very helpful.

We have more Eddie to come on Western Swing RULES so stay tuned and please share us with everyone you know. I'm looking for a sponsor.

John Malcolm Thank you John!!! Let your friends know. R.H.

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Eddie is using a straight A6 tuning. He comments on this in Western Swing RULES #6. You might take a look at that one and be sure and let all your musician friends know about our series. Thanks for watching. I hope that answers your question.

mrswimmyboy That is correct.

I'm confused. You said the E is the lowest string, [low to high= E C# A F# E C# A F#] but in the next post below, Robert Huston says E is the highest string: "It's just a standard A6, top to bottom, E,C#,A,F#,E,C#,A,F#." Which is it? I'm guessing E is the highest [pitched] string. Its a closer voicing.

mrswimmyboy No, I misread your original post. It's F#, A, C#. E, F# A, C#, E (low to high). That's what I use, and I'm certain that's what Mr. Rivers is using in this video. I should have read your post more closely. 'Sorry.

Thanks for clarifying Tony. I have a 23.5" scale Recording King lap steel and want to buy an A6 [ C# E F# A C# E ] set of strings for it. Where can I get the best set?

mrswimmyboy I use the Herb Remington Signature A6 set from a company called Jagwire. If you cannot find them, message me, and I'll send you a link to the site I use. I love those strings.

I'm trying to get an answer from Eddie. RH

Eddie responded to your question. Here is his explanation; "IT'S REALLY A MATTER OF PERSONAL TASTE. IF IT WERE MINE I'D HAVE A6 RATHER THAN C6 FOR TWO MAIN REASONS. I LIKE THE FATTER AND MEATIER SOUND OF THE A6,BUT IF YOU PREFER A TWANGIER SOUND,STICK TO THE C6. ALSO,BECAUSE E IS THE 5TH IN THE A SCALE YOU CAN JUMP NECKS AND IT WILL BE THE FIVE CHORD OF WHAT EVER KEY YOU'RE PLAYING IN AT THE SAME FRET. VERY HANDY. THAT'S JUST HOW I WOULD DO IT BUT EITHER WAS,DEFINITELY KEEP THE E13."

I will try a6 instead of c6 for a while since Eddie Rivers does all his stuff on that tuning. My other question is will the same gauge string work 10 thru 46n? Thanks so much you guys rock and Eddie Rivers is out of sight.

Well I'm fixin to restring this thing. I hope these 10 thru 46 will work fo a6. Thanks JW Dawson alias [ mr weedpatch]

MrWeedpatch, Thanks for your interest and feedback. I hope Eddie via me answered your question. I produce Western Swing RULES and run interference for the musicians who appear on the program. Since these professional musicians are usually busy or on the road, getting a question answered by them is always a bonus. Additional followup questions after the fact are even more difficult so it's best to get them all in the first time. Just FYI. Thanks for watching the program and I hope they are helpful. I appreciate your feedback.-RH

Eddie is using a straight A6 tuning. He comments on this in Western Swing RULES #6. You might take a look at that one and be sure and let all your musician friends know about our series. Thanks for watching. I hope that answers your question.