gmoney
6 posts
Nov 23, 2013
9:40 AM
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I've enjoyed playing session steels in Bb and F. Tongue blocking works great but I find that when puckering they get uncomfortable after a short time. More so than say a Marine Band or a Suzuki Olive.
I'm of thinking of getting an 1847 model. I like the way the session steels respond and sound and I'm hoping the 1847s are a bit more playable for me.
Do you have a preference of one over the other?
Do the 1847 models have combs with a thinner profile then the session steel? Any thing else I should consider before investing in an 1847 over another session steel?
I'll probably get a G or A as my next steel model.
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nacoran
7366 posts
Nov 23, 2013
11:20 AM
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I like full body covers over over the classical design, although I haven't played an 1847 specifically. I find the Session covers are really comfortable in the hand, and haven't really noticed a difference in playing.
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1847
1332 posts
Nov 23, 2013
11:24 AM
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you can put the 1847 cover plate on a session steel
a prefer them over the 1847 silver or classic
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gmoney
7 posts
Nov 23, 2013
5:25 PM
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Thanks 1847. I'll give that a try though I think the difference might just be in the thickness of the comb. I think it's thicker on the session models.
@nacoran I like the full body covers as well. Almost all models I've tried without full covers have sharp edges that are just uncomfortable.
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boris_plotnikov
899 posts
Nov 24, 2013
3:47 AM
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I prefer 1847 coverplates for Sessions, while Session coverplates on 1847 is OK for me. I sometimes put Session covers at 1847 to just another look, feel and tone.
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GMaj7
308 posts
Nov 24, 2013
10:43 AM
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If you are seeking a thinner profile, the Solist Pro covers offer that. I actually prefer them and find over blow/draws are easier. The Solist Pro covers are also interchangeable with all Seydel diatonic 10 hole models. I purchase them in bulk - as well as the Session style and 1847 style - for customers who want that option.
It is noted that the Solist Pro covers are not optimal for harps below (Ab) because of reed strike.
Good topic.
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boris_plotnikov
901 posts
Nov 25, 2013
3:29 AM
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Yes, Greg! I really like Soloist Pro covers for Bb and higher!
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rainman
119 posts
Nov 25, 2013
6:47 AM
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The Session Steel is a very comfortable harp for me to play. I just received a Low D harp with the power Draw tuning that I really like. I also bought a couple white combs for my S. Steel from Greg and it makes a great looking harp.
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