Hi, My name is Gary Carter and I am a Nashville studio musician and producer. I have toured with several Nashville artists, Music director for Faith Hill, Randy Travis, Pam Tillis, and featured instrumentalist on the Marty Stuart TV show on RFD network. I have also played on the Grand Ole Opry for the last 18 years.
My choice of DAW is ProTools on a Mac computer.
I record my steel through a Telonics, Fender Deluxe, or Pevey 112 amp depending on the style and tone needed.
I mic the amp with a Sennheiser MD 421, then into a Universal Audio LA-610 mic preamp.
I normally send out one mono .wav file per song.
I'll be happy to send one revision if needed.
My steel tracks are cut flat unless I'm doing a modern steel part that requires effects as it's being recorded.
You can watch several of my instrumental videos on YouTube .
Thank you.
Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.
Credits
AllMusic verified credits for Gary Carter- Connie Smith
- Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
- Marty Stuart
- Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
- Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
- Tim Hus
- Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
- Marty Stuart
- Connie Smith
- Marty Stuart
- Jeff Scott
- Wishbone Ash
- Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash
- Faith Hill
- Randy Travis
- City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra
- Wishbone Ash
- Faith Hill
- Randy Travis
- Wishbone Ash
- Wishbone Ash
- Heycowboybob
- Heycowboybob
- Heycowboybob
- Bobby G
- Audrey Auld
55 Reviews - 11 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedI have used Gary before, and he has a great ear for knowing how to apply the steel on my tracks. I always enjoy is contribution. Timely delivery, great quality and just what the track needed. Couldn't as for anything more! Mike
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Gary hit the mark once again!!
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Gary is spot on every time. Great job!!
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Gary is an awesome musician and really knows his instrument. The quick turnaround was certainly appreciated. I believe I have found my steel guitar master! Can't wait to use his services again.
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Great & tasteful pedal steel from Gary. 5 stars!
check_circleVerifiedGreat pedal steel on my tracks!
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Always a home run. It's always so dang easy.
Absolutely love working with Gary. I consider it a true honor for someone of his stature and ability to work on our projects. - check_circleVerified
Gary is great every time!!
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Pro. Give him your track, let him do his thing.
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Great playing, great recording, fast turnaround, a total pro.
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Gary ha done an excellent job once again. I highly recommend him!
check_circleVerifiedGary is simply the best choice for Steel Guitar!
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Gary did a n excellent job right out of the gate. I highly recommend him!
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An absolutely amazing pedal steel player. Gary's playing added another dimension to my song. Very tasteful and musical. Gary has also been so lovely to work with. Quick and clear communication. The sound that was delivered was stellar. Crisp, warm and absolutely beautiful - the recording itself was pristine and sonically wonderful. Very moving addition to my music. I fully recommend Gary.
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Total pro. Plays exactly what is needed and appropriate for the track. No more, no less. I won't use anybody else.
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Up to the point perfect pedal steel, tasteful, completely serving the song.
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If you want a beautiful pedal part whether modern or traditional, this is your go to. Amazing parts and worth every penny.
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I couldn't have had a better experience! Gary's pedal steel parts were so beautiful and expressive...made my track really come alive. Truly an honor to work with him.
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2 for 2. Another amazing track from the incomparable Mr Carter. Thanks for making it so easy.
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Gary is one of the absolute greats of the Pedal Steel. He has the greatest tone and best intonation in the business. Incredibly fast turnaround time and super easy to work with. Without question, Gary has impeccable taste.
It was an honor to have him play on our tune.
I was the soloist in this production
- Pedal SteelAverage price - $125 per song
I provide a wav file with my steel guitar, recorded flat, only light compression.
I will need a music file with a click track all the way through the song.
Three day turn around. One revision
- I mic the amp with a Sennheiser MD 421
- then into a Universal Audio LA-610 mic preamp.
