Lead Filled Glass Bars

Ron Victoria · Post by **Ron Victoria** » 23 Apr 2005 4:17 am

It looks to be bullet shaped on both ends, but it can't to get the lead in. Is this correct?

Ron

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 23 Apr 2005 5:33 am

No, they are not round on both ends. I can do that on a solid bar but not on a weighted bar (yet)

The bars have an indention on the back side for the thumb. We are trying some new ideas there too.

Also a quick note: Our supplier no longer carries the solid glass in 7/8" I am searching for a new supplier but for now the 7/8" solid bars are not available.

I will let you know when they are..
Thanks,

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Boyett's Glass Bars

seldomfed · Post by **seldomfed** » 3 May 2005 3:13 pm

Sorry I'm late to the party here, I was in HI since 4-16 and at HSGA last week.

I have one of the new lead filled bars from Gary and co. and it's wonderful. They have a winner here. Very Smooooooth.

It has sustain similar to a standard steel bar, but the tone is a little more mellow. I like the weight, and the way it slides.
It's pretty much 3/4" X 2 7/8" - perhaps a tad longer. (right Gary?) I've not played it out much yet, so can't comment on how well it will stay in my hand on a hot sweaty stage.

This glass is a neat thing - sometimes the metal bars reveal those minor nicks in the strings and 'drag' a bit (I normally use a BJS 3/4" X 2 7/8") - the glass does not. The Black Phoenix bars are smooth too, but the coating wears down after a while so they also catch nicks here and there.

This is a sweet sounding bar.

The all-glass bar they make has much less sustain and is extremely light - fun to use, and nice for some songs and tones.

mahalo Gary for the bar!

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Ft. Collins, Colorado
"Listen Sooner"
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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 10 May 2005 1:19 am

I just got this one today - it's the perfect size!
Killer Sustain and Ultra Smooth Action -
And so photogenic . .

Ron Brennan · Post by **Ron Brennan** » 10 May 2005 8:12 pm

Man that is

....Is that an abstract picture of Jaw's havin a surfer??? Can't quite make that out..that is one cool bar...Gary, how do I get one? Can they be made in different sizes?

TX
rgds,
Ron

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"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
"60"Fender Concert Amp 4-10's

Gerald Ross · Post by **Gerald Ross** » 11 May 2005 4:33 am

Are those scratches on the outside of the bar or just reflections from the flash?

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'Northwest Ann Arbor, Michigan's King Of The Hawaiian Steel Guitar'

Gerald's Fingerstyle Guitar Website
Board of Directors Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 11 May 2005 8:46 am

Gerald, there are no scratches on the surface. It may be the flash or it may be the lead itself.

This bar is very smooth, much more so than any other type of bar. The more I use it, the more I like it . .

Stephan Miller · Post by **Stephan Miller** » 11 May 2005 1:08 pm

Rick-- earlier you mentioned the 3/4" x 3" Boyett bar you were using. I'll be ordering
at least one of the lead-weighted ones soon, and wondered about the bar you just got: what's the "perfect size"? --Steve

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 11 May 2005 5:46 pm

Ron- Rick's Glass bar is a 7/8" X 2 3/4"

I am glad everyone likes/loves the Glass bars. We are having a great time designing and re-designing these to be the best.
The tone is just unbelievable!

Every bar is totally hand blown. The bars are then ran through the kiln for over 5 hours to be sure they are as strong as possible.

NOW THE GREAT NEWS!!!!

Jeff has contracted with Bobbe Seymour to sell his Glass bars through Bobbe Seymour's Steel Guitar Nashville!

You can now order the bars directly from Bobbe. The great thing is the payment options. Bobbe can take credit cards, etc.

We will still fill all orders received by fax or mail until Saturday May 14, 2005. All order after that will go to Bobbe.

You can check out his site at: http://www.steelguitar.net/

Steel Guitar Nashville has placed a large order and we should be shipping them by May 20, 2005.

If you are wanting a special size please email the store at:

sales@steelguitar.net

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Thank you all so much!

Gary & Jeff

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Fenders- Georgeboard- Melobar
Boyett's Glass Bars

[This message was edited by Gary Boyett on 11 May 2005 at 06:47 PM.]

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 11 May 2005 6:45 pm

--- CONGRATULATIONS GARY & JEFF! ---
You've hit the big time now!

I'll add the phone number and link to Bobbe Seymour's Steel Guitar Nashville on The Boyett's Bar page so that visitors will know where to get their bars.

RA

Ron Brennan · Post by **Ron Brennan** » 11 May 2005 7:55 pm

Gary,Jeff,

Thank you for the information..

I join Rick in congratulating you guy's on the above announcement.

Bobbe Seymour has one great staff at Steel Guitar Nashville. It's a pleasure dealing with them...I'll be calling them tomorrow to place and order for the Lead filled glass bar. TX
rgds,
Ron

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JCFSC member since 2005 "Be of Good Cheer"
"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
"60"Fender Concert Amp 4-10's

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 11 May 2005 9:22 pm

what's the "perfect size"

Steve, the "perfect size" is very subjective, it's a matter of individual preference.
To me, the length has to be 2 3/4". Any longer and I'll drop it on my foot when I go from a reverse slant to a forward slant. I've used both 3/4" and 7/8" diameter. The 7/8" is easier to hold onto for hammer ons and pull offs. Some 7/8" steel bars are too heavy for me, but this lead filled glass bar is a nice weight.

Another thing I've been noticing is - while it slides smoothly along the strings, it sticks to my hand and gives me full control. Plus the silicone in the back adheres to the thumb, which is great for slant accuracy.

Brandin · Post by **Brandin** » 14 May 2005 3:55 pm

I got one (5/8 x 31/4) and it is very smooth
on the strings, and sounds great! As Rick said, it's easy to hold on to. I wish these
guys much success!

GB

Stephan Miller · Post by **Stephan Miller** » 14 May 2005 8:45 pm

Rick-- thanks for going into the reasons for your preference. It sounds like these bars have the virtues of the powder-coated bars I've been using, and maybe some other advantages too. Should know soon... just ordered a couple from Bobbe Seymour-- the first of many phone orders he's about to get, I'd say. Thanks for providing the contact info as well. --Steve

Bobbe Seymour · Post by **Bobbe Seymour** » 15 May 2005 6:48 am

I think it goes without saying that I really do love these bars. I have heard so many players rave about them that I just had to try one, and I was impressed greatly. We may handle several brands of bars, but the one I use is the "Boyett Glass,Lead Filled".
The most unique, best feeling bar I ever remember using, this comment is echoed by all who have tried it in my store.
Gary and Jeff should be commended highly for this one!
Bobbe

Gerald Ross · Post by **Gerald Ross** » 15 May 2005 6:49 am

Bobbe,

What are you charging for these bars? What sizes do you have available? Is there a thumb-indent in the bar?

Thanks

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Gerald Ross
'Northwest Ann Arbor, Michigan's King Of The Hawaiian Steel Guitar'

Gerald's Fingerstyle Guitar Website
Board of Directors Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association

Brandin · Post by **Brandin** » 18 May 2005 8:14 am

This bar also works very well on my Dobro!

GB

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 18 May 2005 4:00 pm

Thank you Gary. I means a lot to me that you like the glass bar so much! People are sure having fun with these. Hopefully it will make a difference.

Bobbe Seymour and Steel Guitar Nashville has just been great to deal with. Once the pedal steel players find out about these through him and the fo-bro's who have used them I think it is going to get busy.
Thanks again to everyone who took the chance on these.

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Fenders- Georgeboard- Melobar
Boyett's Glass Bars

Joseph De Feo · Post by **Joseph De Feo** » 21 May 2005 7:25 am

Thanks to Rick A. for spreading the word.
Gary is great to deal with, very easy.
I've had my lead filled for a week now, and
love it!!! Broke my wrist in 2001, but the
glass is much easier to grip than stainless.
Nice smoooth chord sound and just point
that tip for clean single notes with
sustain for days. Good job guys. I'll be
back after I've lived with this one for awhile.

Andre Nizzari · Post by **Andre Nizzari** » 21 May 2005 7:43 pm

where can we buy these bars? I though Bobby Seymore was carrying them on his web site, but I can't find them anywhere. Can somebody help me?

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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 21 May 2005 8:07 pm

Andre, Bobbe just started carrying them last Saturday. The best thing to do is call or email - all the info is here.

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Bill Brown · Post by **Bill Brown** » 23 May 2005 6:32 pm

hello gary i need 2-4 of your lead filled glass bars 1in dia by 3 in long can you help me call 1 918 424 2798 thanks

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 24 May 2005 3:46 am

Bill,

Check your email.

Well, I tried,
Your email bounced back, I will call you.
Thanks,

Gary
[This message was edited by Gary Boyett on 24 May 2005 at 06:32 AM.]

Andre Nizzari · Post by **Andre Nizzari** » 24 May 2005 11:55 am

I just called the store and I was told that they didn't get in any glass bars yet. Next week I was told.

Bobbe Seymour · Post by **Bobbe Seymour** » 24 May 2005 3:34 pm

We are very anxious to get them in, I'm a hard core believer in the sales of this product, but as a player and user, I believe in them even more!
Bobbe