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In 1989, Terrie Lambert invented the Moonshine ( ceramic ) slide that produces a timbre in between that of brass and glass, and the Mudslide ( porcelain ) slide, which just as brass slides is quite heavy, producing richer, fuller and resonating tones with more harmonics.

As a result, they are often used in blues music.

The Moonshine and Mudslide slides are glazed on the outside but porous on the inside so that finger moisture is absorbed, preventing slippage.

Metals such as stainless steel, chrome and aluminium cause a bright penetrating sound and are mostly used with electric guitars, among others for rock music.

Less frequently used types of materials include stag antler, buffalo horn and bone, as the time and effort needed to create one is often too much when conventional slides are available.

Segments of PVC piping can be used to achieve a slide, and is common among those who do not choose to buy a slide.