With that said, it is possible to install a partial 6th string split to G with the addition of a half-stop tuner on the A pedal to be used in conjunction with a lever that lowers string 6 a while tone. It’s true that fully tunable splits, (like on all-pull guitars) can’t really be installed on an Emmons push-pull but as you can see, there are certain advantages to playing one of these guitars. If I then actuate the LKV the raised 7th string to G provides a SUS 4th! I also tend to frequently use string grip 6, 7 and 9 (with pedals down) to achieve an open D triad (9th string D note being the root). This works because the 5th string is being raised by the A pedal, so actuating the lever doesn’t lower the 5th string, it only raises string 7. This provides a handy dominant 7th note with pedals down. I then eliminated lowering the 10th string in lieu of raising string 7. I started using this combination decades ago when I realized that I hardly ever played the 10th string drop to Bb, because being such a low note, it really didn’t cut on the bandstand. This combination of mine would not be possible on an all-pull guitar but with a “raise-dominant” push-pull changer it is. Most players tend to use this lever to lower both strings 5 and 10 to Bb. You’ll probably notice that the LKV lowers only the 5th string alone, while raising the 7th string. The only reason for selling it is to thin out my collection a bit.Īt the moment, this guitar has a very standard Emmons set up 8×5 with E’s on the left as shown in the chart below. These “fatback” style guitars, with no leg relief in the rear apron from this era are some of the best sounding ones and this one is no exception! It has that huge, bell-like Emmons push-pull tone, wonderful sustain and it plays like a dream.
The Kluson keys are brand new 15:1 replacements (much smoother than the 12:1 originals). They are somewhat unique, in that they are just black and white, with no colored fret markers. and the fret boards are original to this guitar. The aluminum professionally polished, necks jeweled, etc. It’s the real deal and correct as it can be, right down to the proper slotted wood screws holding the brackets to the cabinet. I completely restored this 1970 Emmons guitar S/N 1436D from top to bottom.
As I’ve mentioned below, I’ll be happy to switch any guitars to Day style, (or your own copedent) at no extra charge (as long as no additional parts are required).ġ970 black mica Emmons “Original” push-pull D-10 8×5 (Sold!) If there were any issues found, they were resolved and of course any worn parts have been replaced. Because all are set up with my standard Emmons copedent, I would not think twice about playing any of them myself on the bandstand. Please note: All of the guitars fully described and pictured below have been at a minimum thoroughly gone over, lubricated and setup for years of dependable, smooth playing.