The Tone Mob Podcast

In this conversation, Blake and Matt Eich discuss the growth of Mule Resonator Guitars and the development of the Mavis guitar. (The first wooden Mule guitar build!) We explore the importance of unique sounds and the balance between innovation and expression in instrument design. We also discuss the unique experience of building musical instruments and the emotional impact they have on people. They explore the feeling of creating something that becomes a tool for artistic expression and the responsibility that comes with it. They also delve into their shared interests outside of music, such as jujitsu and fly fishing, and the similarities in the flow state experienced in these activities. They emphasize the importance of being present and fully engaged in whatever they are doing. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the benefits and challenges of pursuing a passion full-time. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:22 The Development of the Mavis Guitar 08:32 The Importance of Unique Sounds 13:48 Balancing Innovation and Expression in Instrument Design 28:19 The Emotional Impact of Building Musical Instruments 35:13 The Flow State in Jujitsu, Fly Fishing, and Instrument Building 39:31 The Responsibility of Being a Tool Maker for Musicians 45:06 The Benefits and Challenges of Pursuing a Passion Full-Time Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, host Blake Wyland interviews David Greeves from Great Eastern FX. David shares his background as a music journalist and how he fell into writing about equipment from the gear world. He also discusses his journey into pedal design and the challenges he faced along the way. The conversation covers the inspiration behind the name Great Eastern FX and the launch of the company. Also in this episode, we get a sneak peek at the XO Variable Crossover pedal and Blake shares a short demo. (A first on this podcast!) David and Blake discuss the versatility and educational potential of the crossover pedal. Including creating complex effects chains and splitting the signal for different amps. David shares the origin of the pedal and how it evolved from a harmonic tremolo concept. They also discuss the importance of using your ears and understanding frequency ranges in music. The conversation concludes with David's favorite Boss pedal, the TR2 Tremolo, and his favorite kind of pizza. Takeaways David Greaves started his career as a journalist writing for music magazines before transitioning into pedal design. The inspiration for the name Great Eastern FX came from the Great Eastern Railway Company and the desire to project a sense of establishment and professionalism. The XO Variable Crossover pedal allows users to split their guitar signal into low and high frequency bands, enabling the use of different effects on each frequency range. The XO Variable Crossover pedal offers new creative possibilities for guitarists, allowing them to experiment with different effects on specific frequency ranges. Sound Bites Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:09 Getting Started in Music and Pedal Design 15:19 Launching Great Eastern Effects 24:04 Introducing the XO Variable Crossover Pedal 27:48 Blake's Experience with the XO Variable Crossover Pedal 30:41 Exploring Different Ways to Use the Pedal 32:21 The Versatility of the Crossover Pedal 33:01 Excitement for Bass Players 34:08 Educational Potential of the Pedal 36:31 The Origin of the Pedal 39:56 The Importance of Using Your Ears 43:24 The Impact of Frequency Ranges 46:37 The Complexity of Sound in a Band Context 49:02 Designing Pedals for Different Guitarists 50:29 The Innovation of Rock and Roll Sound 52:59 Favorite Boss Pedal: TR2 Tremolo 54:12 Favorite Kind of Pizza: Italian with Artichokes, Ham, and Mushrooms Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Markus Reeves from Reeves Electro returns to the podcast! On this episode we discuss how business has changed since he first started, and how his daughter is now building pedals full time as well! We also dig into some rather exciting new adventures that are happening with the progress of Reeves Electro Shop 2.0 on the horizon. Paypal whoas, and how he approaches his work with a "Rick Rubin" mindset, the big lightbulb moment, balance, bad gigs... All of this and more on this week's edition of The Tone Mob Podcast! If you aren't familiar with Markus's work I highly suggest that you head listen to his first appearance on the podcast. (I'm sure is you type "Markus Reeves Tone Mob" into the search bar of your podcast player it'll pop right up!) You can also find his website with all of the details HERE > https://reeveselectro.co.uk/ Takeaways Reeves Electro now supports Markus and his daughter full-time. The workshop expansion and move to a new house present logistical challenges, but Markus is determined to maintain a separate workspace. Markus plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign to support the workshop move and is offering perks such as build-a-pedal days and personalized messages. The squelch control on a CB radio inspired Markus to explore a pedal with a squelch circuit. Markus' daughter became interested in building pedals through her involvement in testing transistors and other components. Seeing his daughter succeed in building pedals brings Markus great joy and fulfillment. The pandemic had a significant impact on Markus' business, leading to a surge in orders and logistical challenges. PayPal can freeze your account due to increased activity, highlighting the challenges small businesses can face with financial platforms. Markus is hesitant to expand his business and prefers to maintain a personal touch in his pedal building process. Sound Bites Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 01:05 Reeves Electro Expansion 03:10 Growing Instagram Presence 04:09 Need for Bigger Workshop 05:08 Moving Workshop and House 06:37 Crowdfunding for Workshop 07:34 Build-a-Pedal Days 08:01 Perks for Crowdfunding 09:07 Moving Challenges 10:11 Intensive Process of Moving 11:48 Crowdfunding Date and Details 13:01 Discussion on Moving Production 14:14 Parking Challenges 15:53 Conversation about Cars 19:29 Maintaining Aesthetics in Different Builds 21:23 Exploring Modulation Effects 22:26 Drive and Fuzz as Red Wines 23:14 Interest in Maestro FZ1B Circuit 24:05 The Squelch Control 27:40 How Markus' Daughter Got Interested in Building Pedals 28:03 Testing Transistors 29:02 Testing Other Components 29:54 Building Her First Pedal 31:19 The Joy of Seeing His Daughter Succeed 34:08 Finding Fulfillment in Doing What You Love 36:20 The Impact of the Pandemic on Markus' Business 38:46 Dealing with PayPal Issues 43:06 Expanding the Business and Hiring Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Blake interviews Marty Schwartz, a renowned guitar teacher and one of the first music instructors on YouTube. Marty shares his journey of becoming a successful guitar teacher and the early adoption of YouTube for teaching guitar lessons. He discusses the impact of Guitar Hero on teaching classic rock songs and the benefits of video lessons for students. We also get into using YouTube to enhance private lessons, and the challenges he faced during the 2008 economic crash. We also get into his experience creating lesson courses and DVDs and how he started working with music brands. He discusses the process of getting a signature guitar and building relationships with brands like D'Addario and Gibson. Marty also mentions his involvement in Gibson's G3 mentorship program and his collaborations with the brand. Takeaways Marty Schwartz became a successful guitar teacher by seizing opportunities and working hard. YouTube provided a platform for Marty to teach guitar lessons at scale and reach a wider audience. The popularity of Guitar Hero helped introduce classic rock songs to a new generation of guitar students. Video lessons offer students the flexibility to learn at their own pace and review material as needed. Marty's success on YouTube was a result of timing, preparation, and embracing new technology. Creating videos for specific songs and optimizing video titles for search engine optimization (SEO) helped Marty attract more viewers. Marty's commitment to daily YouTube videos and using YouTube as a referral tool contributed to his success as a guitar teacher. Learning from other music YouTubers can provide valuable insights and inspiration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and The False Episode 500 Celebration 01:16 Marty's Journey as a Guitar Teacher 03:15 Timing and Preparation for YouTube Success 04:14 The Impact of Guitar Hero on Teaching Classic Rock Songs 05:10 Benefits of Video Lessons for Students 06:08 Transitioning to Full-Time YouTube Guitar Teacher 07:12 Teaching Music at an Elementary School 08:11 Using YouTube to Enhance Private Guitar Lessons 09:08 The Impact of the 2008 Economic Crash 10:07 Focusing on YouTube Videos During Challenging Times 11:06 The Evolution of Marty's YouTube Channel 12:19 Discovering the Importance of SEO for Video Titles 13:14 Creating Videos for Specific Songs 15:16 Teaching Classic Rock Songs to Kids 18:28 Doubling Down on YouTube as a Referral Tool 19:05 The Early Days of YouTube and Monetization 20:01 Using YouTube as a Marketing Tool 22:29 Learning from Other Music YouTubers 23:23 Transitioning from Private Lessons to YouTube 25:26 Creating Lesson Courses and DVDs 27:21 Working with Music Brands 29:16 Getting a Signature Guitar 31:57 Building Relationships with Brands 34:00 Working with D'Addario 35:25 Participating in Gibson's G3 Mentorship Program 39:44 Collaborating with Gibson 00:00 Introduction and Signature Guitar 02:58 The Reality of Touring 06:03 The Connection with Fans 08:58 The Realities of Touring 13:01 Dealing with Scams and Fake Videos Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Blake interviews Chris and Matt from Driftwood Guitars. This is an EXTREMELY YouTube driven episode. (Thanks Rhett Shull!) As the Driftwood Guitars channel has grown, so has the guitar building business and we talk about their approach, how to balance the guitar building side with the video side, negative troll comments, mental health, and a whole lot more! Head over to the Driftwood Guitars website HERE! https://www.driftwoodguitars.com/ And their YouTube HERE https://www.youtube.com/@DriftwoodGuitars Takeaways Building guitars was a hobby that turned into a business YouTube played a significant role in growing their business and connecting with customers. YouTube has revolutionized the guitar world, making it more accessible and exciting. Balancing marketing/promotion work can be difficult, but it's necessary. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:58 Getting Started in Guitar Building 03:01 Transition to YouTube 06:02 The Impact of YouTube on the Business 08:08 The Evolution of YouTube and its Influence 09:31 The Growth of Guitar Podcasts 12:21 The Shift in YouTube's Perception 15:36 The Journey into YouTube 19:46 The Early Days of YouTube 20:45 Creating Quality Content 21:14 Finding Your Voice on YouTube 22:09 Listening to the Audience 23:08 The Power of Momentum 24:18 Discovering Your Niche 25:14 Analyzing Video Performance 26:09 The Importance of Thumbnails and Titles 27:11 The Viewer's Perspective 28:05 The Unpredictability of Video Success 29:24 Balancing Passion and Views 30:27 The Impact on Business 31:09 Expanding Reach and Sales 32:08 Direct Connection with Customers 33:09 Competition and Quality 34:27 The Power of YouTube Algorithms 35:51 The Work Behind the Scenes 38:47 The Balance Between YouTube and Guitar Building 41:27 The Path to Success 44:03 The Role of Luck and Algorithms 45:53 The Power of YouTube Collaborations 46:35 The Importance of YouTube for Creators 47:03 The Evolving Landscape of YouTube 47:55 Balancing YouTube and Guitar Building 48:23 YouTube as a Tool for Business Growth 50:15 Dealing with Negative Comments on YouTube 51:13 Developing Resilience through Online Criticism 52:47 Appreciation for the Online Creator Community 53:32 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts 56:26 Favorite Boss Pedals 59:06 Favorite Kind of Pizza 01:04:02 Closing Remarks Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tye Tyler (Shock The Fox)shares his journey from the corporate world slinging cell phones to becoming a full time guitar builder. He discusses his background in woodworking and how he got into building guitars. We also go over the importance of sharing the process of guitar building and engaging with folks in a genuine way. He also talks about the joy of opening a guitar and the satisfaction of building for others. This is a banger of an episode, and you really should check out Tye's work on his webiste HERE: https://shockthefox.com/ Takeaways Sharing the process of guitar building can engage customers and create a deeper connection. Trusting the builder's creativity and giving them freedom can lead to a more exciting and satisfying final product. The joy of receiving a custom guitar is like experiencing Christmas morning as an adult. Innovative approaches and attention to detail can set a guitar builder apart and create a unique product. Chapters 00:00 Technical difficulties 01:00 Introduction and background 03:02 From Oil City to the corporate world 04:22 Transition to woodworking and guitar building 05:46 Bartering for guitars 07:15 Transition from corporate world to guitar building 08:14 Building guitars and the quest for expertise 09:37 Sharing the process of guitar building 11:25 The joy of opening a guitar 20:05 The satisfaction of building for others 22:24 Telling the story of the build 23:21 The fascination with the guitar building process 25:38 The importance of engagement and storytelling 27:07 The excitement of receiving a custom guitar 29:17 Trusting the builder's decisions 30:48 The uniqueness of Tye Tyler's guitar building 36:17 Innovative approaches in guitar building 37:24 Attention to detail in guitar building 37:54 Attention to Detail in Guitar Building 39:00 Neck Resets and Guitar Modifications 42:29 Customizing Guitars and Personal Projects 44:06 Critiquing Traditional Guitar Building Methods 46:21 The Importance of Reinforcement in Guitar Design 50:31 Finding Fulfillment in Guitar Building 57:54 The Balance Between Creativity and Efficiency in Business 01:01:31 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:02:46 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Blake interviews Scott Strange from Templo Audio Devices. They discuss Scott's traveling lifestyle and the challenges of running a business while constantly on the move. Scott shares his approach to finding the right balance and bringing in help to scale his company. They also talk about the importance of specialized skills in business and the human element that is absolutely essential in companies. Finally, Scott introduces some of the new pedals he has been working on and his design process. We also get into the process of translating vintage preamps into pedal form and the importance of embracing imperfections in sound. We also dive into some of Scott's favorite cuisines that are in the town he current resides in. Check out Scott's wares at his website HERE https://templodevices.com/ Takeaways Running a business while traveling requires finding the right balance and bringing in help. Specialized skills are essential for the growth and success of a company. Maintaining the vision and the human element in a company is crucial for its long-term success. Scott has been working on new pedals and has been focusing on simplifying the design while still offering flexibility. Translating vintage preamps into pedal form requires creativity and experimentation. Embracing imperfections in sound can lead to unique and interesting tones. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Living in Mexico 01:40 Scott's Traveling Lifestyle 03:06 Challenges of Running a Business While Traveling 06:41 Finding the Right Balance and Bringing in Help 10:09 The Importance of Specialized Skills in Business 13:06 Managing Growth and Maintaining the Vision 15:49 The Human Element in Companies 20:41 New Pedals and Design Process 28:55 Translating Pedals 30:03 The Outer Limit 32:12 Adding Functionality 34:09 The Real Deal Studio 36:35 Embracing Imperfections 39:00 Vintage Preamps 41:07 The Appeal of Imperfection 43:59 The 2-Track Pedal 47:08 Scaling Production 54:21 Upcoming Products 57:42 The Pocket Studio Comp Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Molly Miller discusses her early start in a family band and her formal education in guitar. She shares her approach to teaching and the importance of balance in her career, which includes performing, teaching, and session work. Molly also talks about her approach to gear and pedals and the challenges of imposter syndrome in the music industry. She offers tips for traveling musicians and emphasizes the importance of self-care and staying centered while on tour. In this conversation, We also get into the benefits of limitations in creativity, and the all important element of gratitude. Molly's website is HERE: https://www.mollymillermusic.com/ Takeaways Molly is intensely focused on guitar, specifically. Balancing exercise with travel can be challenging, but planning and flexibility can help. Finding the right gear and equipment is a personal process, and it's important to have setups that work well for individual preferences and situations. Limitations can foster creativity and lead to new discoveries in music-making. Gratitude for the opportunities in life and the ability to pursue passions is important for personal fulfillment. The Molly Miller Trio has an upcoming record release and tours planned for the future. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:23 Early Musical Journey 03:02 Formal Education and Academic Approach 06:36 Balancing Different Musical Paths 10:10 Career Goals and Evolution 16:18 Love for Gear and Pedals 19:06 Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt 26:06 Famine Mentality in the Music Industry 30:05 Tips for Traveling Musicians 32:44 Maintaining Balance and Centeredness on Tour 33:49 Self-Care and Exercise 34:35 Balancing Exercise and Travel 35:28 Love for Nashville 36:16 Stability During the Pandemic 37:23 The Changing Landscape of Nashville 37:49 Gear and Equipment 38:55 Finding the Right Gear 39:19 Molly's Touring Rig 40:13 Favorite Pedals and Amps 41:13 Favorite Pedal Brands 42:22 The Challenge of Reconfiguring Pedal Boards 43:09 Blake's Vertical Pedal Board Setup 43:33 The Benefits of a Hybrid Digital and Analog Setup 44:38 The Ever-Changing Nature of Pedalboards 45:53 The Importance of Limitations in Creativity 46:38 Making Music for the Love of It 48:16 Reflecting on Childhood Dreams 49:30 Gratitude for the Opportunities in Life 50:11 The Wonder of Everyday Life 51:38 The Humility of Being a Musician 52:41 Upcoming Record Release and Tours 53:29 Favorite Boss Pedal 54:05 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. (Its always good to have buddies!) We also discuss the evolution of YouTube and the changing landscape of the platform. Landon shares his journey from being in a band to starting his YouTube channel and how he found his niche. (We also get into the unpredictability of the platform, and the difficulties of explaining their work to others and the perception of being a YouTuber/podcaster.) Landon and I also get into the topic of soundproofing and how we built out our studios for content creation SECOND and loud amps FIRST. We also discuss the misconceptions surrounding soundproofing and the importance of using the right materials. Finally, they discuss the weird side of doing this for a living and the impact it can have on mental health. In this portion of the chat, Landon and Blake discuss a range of topics, from dark thoughts and serial killers to the permanence of the internet. We get real weird with it! Takeaways Networking and building relationships in the industry is crucial for content creators. Finding your niche and creating content that resonates with your audience is key to success. Soundproofing and building a dedicated studio space can greatly improve the quality of your content. Incorporating and understanding the business side of content creation is important for long-term success. Many people have misconceptions about soundproofing and believe that certain products or techniques are effective when they are not. Soundproofing projects can be challenging and require a lot of time, effort, and research. Soundproofing in apartments can be difficult due to limitations on modifications. Exploring new technology in music gear can enhance the creation process. Being a content creator comes with its own set of challenges, including the unpredictability of YouTube algorithms and the outside perception of being a YouTuber or Podcaster. Subscriber engagement and success on YouTube can be inconsistent and difficult to predict. A large online presence can have a dark side and impact mental health. The internet never forgets, and everything you say or do online can be permanent. Having fun should be a priority, even in professional pursuits like music. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gear Fest 07:15 Getting Started in Content Creation 17:33 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation 23:16 Finding Your Niche and What Works 26:11 Soundproofing and Building a Studio 29:37 The Importance of Incorporating and Business Side of Content Creation 31:26 Acoustic Caulk and Soundproofing 32:09 Misconceptions about Soundproofing 35:01 The Uncertainty of First Time Soundproofing Projects 36:15 Challenges of Soundproofing in Apartments 37:21 Exploring New Technology in Music Gear 39:37 Future Projects and Collaborations 43:30 Navigating the Perception of Being a YouTuber 45:11 The Difficulty of Explaining What You Do 49:18 The Challenges of Being a Content Creator 53:11 The Unpredictability of YouTube Success 56:06 The Mystery of YouTube Algorithms 59:35 The Inconsistency of Subscriber Engagement 01:01:11 The Dark Side of Fame and Online Presence 01:02:10 Dark Thoughts and Serial Killers 01:03:00 The Forgetfulness of Live Streams 01:03:47 The Permanence of the Internet 01:04:15 Landon's Channel and Having Fun 01:05:15 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:06:20 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary Justyna Kelley is a "Nashville-by-way of France" recording artist, producer, songwriter, actress, and a whole bunch of other stuff! In this conversation, Justyna and Blake discuss her background in music, her work as a producer, and her love for different genres. Justyna shares her experiences growing up in Nashville and being surrounded by country music. She also talks about her journey as a musician and how she ended up living in Paris. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of putting oneself out there and finding your people. She also shares stories about her guitars. Later in the conversation, Eddie joins the chat to discuss Steve Cropper's guitars, how Justyna and himself work together, and a whole lot more! including writing from titles and finding sources of inspiration. They also share their experiences with song ideas coming from dreams and the importance of using the mighty voice memo app! You are going to like this one! Check out Justyna's website HERE: https://www.justynakelley.com/ Give her a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/justynakelley If you'd like to work with Eddie and Justyna check out their website HERE: https://www.eddieandjusty.com/ Takeaways Writing from titles can be a methodical approach to songwriting. Song ideas coming from dreams Having a simple rig and a few versatile electric guitars can be effective for live performances. Working in TV and film can involve writing music specifically tailored to the project. Sometimes a change of scenery is what you need. Cheese pizza and bacon cheeseburger pizza. We'll leave it at that. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:25 Working in the Studio 11:19 Understanding the Role of a Producer 13:46 The Joy of Collaborative Music Making 15:11 Early Musical Influences 22:26 Exploring Different Genres 25:37 Living in Paris and the Influence of Travel 30:16 Favorite Guitars and Songwriting 33:25 The Significance of Instruments 34:12 Tom Waits Story 35:16 Personal Writing Process 36:39 Writing from Titles 37:12 Methodical Approach to Songwriting 37:25 Finding Inspiration 38:11 Song Ideas in Dreams 39:33 Using Voice Memos 40:28 The Importance of The Voice Memo App 44:46 Justyna's Personal Rig 45:45 Electric Guitars 52:26 Working in TV and Film 57:03 Justyna's Music and Album 58:54 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:00:46 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode, host Blake Wyland interviews John Dyer Baizley from the band Baroness. They discuss the band's touring rig and guitar setup, the importance of band chemistry, and the role of the song and audience in live performances. John also shares insights into the band's intuitive approach to songwriting and the exploration of ideas that don't fit the band's sound. Additionally, they touch on John's visual artistry and his influences as an artist. Custom Rickenbackers, favorite BOSS Pedals, and of course pizza are the topics of the day! You are going to enjoy this! Takeaways Band chemistry is crucial for creating a balanced and dynamic live performance. The role of each band member is to support and enhance the overall sound, rather than seeking individual attention. The band's writing process is a combination of structured and intuitive approaches, allowing for creative exploration and discovery. Trusting instincts and embracing creativity without overthinking can lead to unique and exciting musical moments. John's visual artistry is influenced by a variety of artists and mediums, and he continues to explore and evolve as an artist. Trying different pizzerias around the world can be a fun and delicious experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Touring 02:06 Touring Rig and Guitar Setup 05:00 Custom-Built Rickenbacker 06:29 Finding the Right Gear 08:54 Balancing Tonal Characteristics 11:48 The Importance of Band Chemistry 13:38 Supporting Each Other as Band Members 16:32 The Role of the Song and Audience in Live Performances 19:06 Creating Dynamic Performances 21:33 The Evolution of the Band's Writing Process 23:20 The Intuitive Approach to Songwriting 25:13 Trusting Instincts over Intelligence 27:31 Exploring Ideas that Don't Fit the Band 32:17 John's Visual Artistry 37:20 Influences and Artistic Journey 48:26 John's Five Influences 52:26 Closing Remarks 54:35 Favorite Kind of Pizza 55:22 Exploring Pizzerias Around the World Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Loux is a musician out of Kansas City who is best known for being a HUGE part of the widely popular JHS Show on YouTube. You've seen him, you've heard him play, but do you know his story? I certainly didn't! So I figured I should get him on the podcast to find out just exactly how he became a part of one of the most popular guitar gear channels on the World Wide Web! Let's just say that Jack Black was definitely involved. Check out Nick's music HERE: https://linktr.ee/nickloux Check out The JHS Show HERE: https://thejhsshow.com/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard of ANYONE hitting the road and visiting basically every single guitar store in the United States? Few have done it, and even fewer have done it for a guitar accessories brand. But Charlton Moore of Franklin Strap has, and his efforts were a large part of the reason that Franklin Strap & Glider Capo is carried in well over 1000 retailers across North America. (And the world at this point.) We dive into how he did this under the tutelage of the late, great Greg Bennett, his classical music schooling, writing 300+ songs a year, and a whole lot more! Check out Franklin's wares at their website HERE: https://franklinstrap.com/ Give Charlton a follow and check out his music on his Instagram https://www.instagram.com/c_mozie The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we currently at a place where we can talk about "the old days" of The Internet? Are blogs cool again? Is Generation Y going to flock to the written word? Which Batman is the scariest Batman? My good buddy, published writer, guitarist, gear enthusiast, and YouTuber Jason Mays of Working Class Music has returned to the podcast to talk about all of this and a whole lot more! Check out Jason's new YouTube channel HERE > https://www.youtube.com/@JasonTMays Check out Working Class Music HERE > https://www.youtube.com/@WorkingClassMusic The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Klon. There are few words in the guitar world that will get guitarists clamoring, foaming at the mouth, or shouting hysterically like the word Klon. (I'll let you decide if that is a negative or a positive in your own mind.) So much so that even the best clones of the legendary circuit can send folks right into a frenzy. And if those clones are using some of the same hard-to-source components as the original? Well, people lose their almost as hard as they do over an original! My buddies over at Wampler Pedals had just that happen at the end of last year with the Germanium Tumnus release, and I invited my buddy/co-host Richard Oliver (a man of many hats at Wampler) on the podcast to discuss just that. Let's get into it! Need a website? Why not have Richard make you one? Check his company out HERE https://amplify-creative.com/ Give Richard a follow on his Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/olly_1975 Check out the Wampler Pedals website: https://www.wamplerpedals.com/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially a tradition now! My dude Dewey from the Peer Pleasure Podcast is back on for our annual Year In Review. We dive right in and discuss the WEIRDEST things that happened while we were recording the podcast this year, and trust me when I say there are some really, really weird things that guests have done while recording. Squirrels, clock mechanics, "hitting them where they ain't" and well... I don't want to spoil it. This is a good one. Make sure you check out Dewey's show Peer Pleasure Podcast wherever you listen to this one! Check out our 30 Day Guitar Challenge HERE https://stringjoy.com/30-day-guitar-challenge/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall Taylor (better known as Amulets) is a Portland based musician who is well known for his very unique approach to ambient/post rock. He records to tape loops and manually manipulates the loops in real time while playing guitar. Its a fascinating process and produces textures unlike anything you've ever heard. He's also a super cool and fascinating dude! We had an excellent chat and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Dive on in! Check him out on his website HERE: http://www.amuletsmusic.com/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil McKnight is one of the most popular content creators in the guitar gear space. He's been spreading his knowledge of gear on YouTube for around a decade now, and yet... There is still a LOT that people don't know about Phil himself. So we dive into the Phil McKnight story pretty heavily on this episode and uncover how all of this unfolded for him. It's a pretty crazy story that not very many people know, so give this a listen and enjoy! Subscribe to Phil's channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhillipMcKnight The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had the opportunity to sit down with singer/songwriter Calder Allen when I was at Fairwell Fest over the summer. This dude didn't start writing until 2020 and he is already churning out some really incredible stuff. It's a quick one, but we had a really cool conversation about his story, fly fishing and a whole lot more. Enjoy! Check out Calder on his website HERE: https://www.calderallen.com/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Fairwell Fest conversation, I sat down with The Band The Brook And The Bluff. Unlike most episodes, on this one I'm talking to the WHOLE BAND! These Fairwell Fest episodes are recorded in the "green room area' of the festival and it is a much different environment than I'm accustomed to, and I was running around like a maniac for the whole weekend. So you'll notice the vibe is slightly different, but not in a bad way. These dudes are super cool, and I think you are going to enjoy this chat! Check out the band on their website HERE: https://www.brookandbluff.com/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barry is back on the podcast! Barry builds some of my favorite guitars ever, but he isn't just an expert luthier. Barry is an real deal acoustician by trade and has a vast array of experience managing, creating, and controlling sound in almost any environment imaginable. On this episode we talk about his transition to building guitars full time, and some of his more challenging builds as an acoustical consultant. We also talk about what is "wrong" with guitar products, and why do we like them like that. There is a lot of info on this episode, you are going to love it! Check out Barry's work on his website HERE: https://www.grezguitars.com/ Here is the link for Tim Christ's GoFundMe and email proof of your $25 to NewHeartForTim@gmail.com The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does producing music work when there are a significant number of "cooks in the kitchen?" Can more brains on a project lead to a better outcome? Or does the result become a shadow of the former concept? Taylor and I dive into all of that, plus some REALLY exciting updates from the land of Mixwave, we talk in depth about his recent obsession with vintage guitars, "in-the-box" vs "out-of-the" box mixing, and a whole lot more! Give Taylor a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/taylorlarson Check out the Mixwave products HERE: https://www.mixwave.net/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colt Capperune is an incredibly talented music producer in Nashville, TN. This is his second appearance on the podcast and we recorded this at Sweetwater during Gearfest 2023. We are a bit delirious, but that sometimes that makes for the best episodes! Grills, lawn mowing, pellet smokers, and WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON WITH DOLBY ATMOS???? We get into it, and I think you are going to like it! Make sure you check out his YouTube channel HERE : https://www.youtube.com/@ColtCapperrune The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spilly Cave is a fantastic guitarist, composer, video creator, and as it turns out... an EXCELLENT conversationalist. I met Spilly (Billy) through him becoming a Stringjoy artist, and just loving the music he makes after I discovered it. This dude spent multiple years posting videos EVERYDAY before he actually gained traction publicly, and we discuss his mindset/approach during that timeframe. He's not a serious gear head, but he has developed a VERY unique sound nonetheless. I think you are going to be inspired by this conversation. Give Spilly a follow on his Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/spillycave and on TikTok HERE https://www.tiktok.com/@spillycave The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dude Ian Fowles is back on the podcast this week! If you are not familiar with The Aquabats, you need to get familiar. (Unless you are allergic to fun. If so, you are going to have a SERIOUS reaction.) Ian and I talk about balancing work life and Dad life while on tour, his signature pedal with RUDETECH, lefty guitars, and a whole lot more. Give Ian a follow on his Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/ianwfowles Check out all things Aquabats on their website HERE: https://www.theaquabats.com/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you really have to give up ALL of your rights to get attention in the mainstream? Is country music having a Nirvana/Grunge moment? What drives folks to head to Nashville? Is it harder to make it now vs "the good old days"? Colby Acuff is a country music artist from Northern Idaho who is currently residing in Nashville. The dude has fantastic songwriting chops, and puts on a great live show. I am super, super excited to get this episode out there, and I think you are really going to enjoy this conversation. Check him out on his website HERE: https://www.colbyacuff.com/ Give him a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colby_acuff The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitch Stark is a guitarist and songwriter for the band Silent Planet. On this episode we take a deep dive into his backstory, the evolution of his guitar rig, some of his major influences, and how he is approaching songwriting these days. (Chester Bennington and crew have a lot to do with it! Give Mitch a follow on the ole Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mitchastark/ Check out Silent Planet on their website HERE: https://silentplanetmerch.com/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have the comedy world's foremost guitar gear nerd on the podcast! Mr. Dave Hill has managed to pull together a rather fascinating career as a creative person. Dave is a published author, a professional stand-up comedian, a televison writer, a sketch comic, radio host, a musician and as I mentioned...obsessed with guitars. We had a great chat about his encounters with baboons in Africa, how he integrates guitar into his stand-up, his career and a whole lot more! Check out his new book, The Awesome Game and all things Dave on his website https://www.davehillonline.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Oram is a British luthier who is making some of the most striking, yet classic, designs that I have seen in recent memory. Taking inspiration from an old, forgotten treasure you might have uncovered in your Grandparent's attic, Matt is making guitars that feel like they should have existed for years, but somehow haven't. Until now! We also dive into diving into entrepreneurship with both feet vs taking a slower approach, his approach to design, how he made the most insane ONBOARD EFFECTS BARITONE ever, and a whole lot more. I think you are going to love this episode. Check out Fidelity Guitars on their website HERE: https://www.fidelity-guitars.co.uk/ Check them out on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/fidelityguitars You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting a guitar store is really hard. Keeping a guitar store alive is even harder. Having a SUCCESSFUL guitar store when you are in a hyper-competitive and saturated market like Nashville is an insane task. Blair White is one of the founders of Eastside Music Supply in Nashville, TN and his team has managed to create a thriving store against all odds. I wanted to get him on the show to tell his story, and get his take on what has driven Eastside to be a destination spot for guitar enthusiasts. He drops some great nuggets of wisdom on this episode, you aren't going to want to miss it! Check them out in Nashville, and on their website HERE https://eastsidemusicsupply.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine your are flying to Africa on a hot tip. And that hot tip is that there is The Holy Grail of vintage Gibsons waiting for you there. Thats right. You are flying to Africa to acquire a 'Burst Les Paul for Joe Bonamassa. For John Shults, that is a part of his reality. John has a company called True Vintage Guitar and he makes his living by traveling all over the world hunting down the finest, rarest examples of vintage Fenders & Gibsons. And he did it by carefully buying and selling guitars over time. It is a fascinating story. Dive on in! Enter to win the Meris LVX Giveaway by checking out this page HERE: https://tonemob.com/lvx/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I sat down with my dude Matt Holl from Wren & Cuff to chat about... Well... Big Muffs of course! But we didn't stop there! We dove deep down the rabbit hole of all things music. Including the somewhat controversial subject of paying for expertise. Whether that be a professional Mastering Engineer, an experienced Producer, or investing your money in an obsessively developed product. I think you are going to enjoy this chat! Check out Matt's work at https://www.wrenandcuff.com/ Enter to win the Meris LVX Giveaway by checking out this page HERE: https://tonemob.com/lvx/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You are in for a real treat with this episode folks! Today I'm talking with Gina Gleason from the legendary band, Baroness! We dive straight into her career and how she ended up playing in one of the most iconic bands to ever come out of Philly. But not before we dissect what life was like playing guitar for Cirque Du Soleil. Yes you read that correctly. We are talking about LITERAL guitar acrobatics on this one! Check out the band on their website HERE: https://yourbaroness.com/ Give Gina a follow HERE: https://www.instagram.com/ginagleasongtr You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"We can't be everything to all people, or we'll end up being not anything to anybody." - Jeremie Murfin If you EVER thought about starting a guitar or musical instrument store, you really need to listen to this episode. Geoff and Jeremie are two of the partners in an epic independent guitar store called Five Star Guitars here in the Portland, Oregon area. They are celebrating their 25th anniversary as a company, and they have grown tremendously over that time period. Which flys directly in the face of the general narrative around retail and guitar stores in particular. Whether you currently own a music store, are thinking about starting one, or just love the experience of going to a guitar store... you need to listen to this episode. Check them out at https://www.fivestarguitars.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode I sit down with flatpicking phenom Trey Hensley to discuss his story. The dude started out extremely young and almost immediately started performing live. All of these years later, he's not only one of the most sought after pickers in the bluegrass scene, but a wide ranging music enthusiast and super rad dude. You are in for a treat with this conversation! Check out Trey's website HERE: http://treyhensley.com/ Give him a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/treyahensley/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The man, the myth, the guitar legend Ariel Posen has returned to the podcast for the third time! On this episode we dissect the idea of what makes up a "real song". Is one method of creation more valid than another? Does improvisation count as songwriting? Does more time spent on a project mean that more people will appreciate it? We dive into a all of this and a whole lot more on this episode of podcast about guitar stuff. Sometimes. Check out all things Ariel on his website HERE: https://www.arielposen.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes you have to prank your bandmates into making the right choices! Andy Marsh from Thy Art Is Murder is on the podcast this week and we are talking about AMPS. Specifically Andy & co's journey through the world of high gain amplifiers and how they landed in the digital world for live use. We also talk about Andy's "hands-on" approach to running a band/business, and the type of mindset he has had since first picking up the guitar. Check out the band on their website HERE https://www.thyartismurder.net/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I think the road ahead is going to be a lot more difficult..." Those were the words that Derek Eastveld said to his family after Revv's very first NAMM show. On this episode Dan and Derek sat down with me to discuss the history of Revv as a company, and to dissect the challenges associated with running a guitar amplifier company in the modern era. This is a fantastic glimpse into the minds of some of the folks at the top of the guitar amplifier game. You seriously do not want to miss this one! Check out The Gear & Beer Livestream on the Revv YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/@RevvAmps Check out the killer gear on the Revv website Here: https://revvamplification.com/ Here is the clip of Dan's band Tinnitus at the Winnipeg Zoo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lId7n4caVZw You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Papastavrou has been a part of the hardcore/death metal/progressive metal/heavy music community since she was a teenager. She is currently playing guitar and fronting the band Kallias. She has had a pretty wild musical journey that has taken her all across the globe, found her learning how to perform harsh vocals, and writing original music all the while. We had an epic conversation about her musical journey, how her guitar rig has changed over the years, working with Jackson Guitars to develop some entirely new (at the time) concepts and a whole lot more! Kallias is about to release their album The First Ascent on August 25th. Check out more info on their website https://www.kalliasofficial.com/ Give Nicole a follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nicole_papastavrou You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one has been over a year in the making! I had the opportunity to sit down with Mark and Dan Gooday of Ashdown Engineering to chat at GearFest and we had an absolutely incredible chat! Ashdown is a UK based amplifier company that is most widely known for their innovations in the bass amplification market, and the iconic VU Meter adoring their equipment. Mark starts off the discussion by diving into his history as a driving force behind Trace Elliot, and we dive into the nuances of running a manufacturing operation. Dan also chimes in and talks about his story of joining the family business, helping form the brand identity, the "Ashdown Forest" and a whole lot more. Check them out on their website HERE: https://ashdownmusic.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Bull, the High-Gain Chugmeister of YouTube fame, is on the podcast this week! We dive headfirst into his backstory, and he explains how he got into the content creation game in the first place. We also explore what he has planned for the future, how creators often find themselves in a content "crisis", the power of self-awareness, and much more. Kyle and I also explore the somewhat contentious topic surrounding "country of origin" as it pertains to guitar gear. Does the "Made In USA" label matter? Does Japan make the best non-US guitars? What about Korea? Indonesia? China? We talk about it! Check out Kyle's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@xbigdaddybx You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I sit down in person in The Shred Shed with local legend Scott Rivera of Scotties Pizza Parlor. Scott is not only a Portland pizza mainstay, but a dude straight out of the music scene that I came up in during the early 2000s. We discuss dangerously modified home ovens, how your business can end up running YOU, mental health, varying pizza styles, his experience growing up in the music scene, combining things to get something magical, and a whole lot more! Check out the details on the pizza shop on his website https://www.scottiespizzaparlor.com/ Give him a follow on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/scottiespizzaparlor/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has a human body ever been implemented into guitar pedal design? Does Josh Scott have an enclosure made of bones in his collection? Can volleyball save your life? Should fuzz pedals be integrated into chorus effects? When you die, will you become a tree? The answers to all of this and more on Ryans FOURTH appearance on the Tone Mob Podcast. Check out Tyrannochorus here https://fuzzrociouspedals.com/?product=tyrannochorus You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a super rad, and super unique episode of the podcast! I met Gretchen Menn and Daniele Gottardo at the Breedlove booth at Gearfest. All of us being primarily electric guitar players hanging out at the booth of an acoustic guitar manufacturer prompted a question: What is it about acoustic guitars that draws us in? What makes them so special? And WHY should us as electric guitar enthusiasts pick up the acoustic more often? Plus there is MUSIC played on this episode by Gretchen and Daniele! Check out Gretchen on her Instagram and Daniele on his Instagram. Huge shoutout to Breedlove for the guitars and support, and Sweetwater for hosting! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Way back in 2016 when I was very new to podcasting and being a part of the guitar world, I attended my first Winter NAMM show. The very first thing I did was march up to the PRS Guitars booth to have an interview with none other than Paul Reed Smith himself. This was all orchestrated by my friend Ryan Burke from the now infamous YouTube channel @60CycleHumCast . What proceeded was an extremely fun conversation that the internet didn't seem to understand at all. So when Ryan and I found out that Paul was going to be at Sweetwater's Gearfest this year, we thought it would be fun to do an update! Here is that update. Enjoy! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think you can probably figure out what this episode is about. It is all right there in the title. Ben Dudley is the director of Free Guitars For Kids which is a non-profit that, you guessed it, provides free guitars for kids! On this episode we discuss how that came into existence, his musical history, why I think their mission is important, and how you could potentially help. Check them out on their website. https://fg4k.org/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not very many people get into international arms dealing, get busted by the Government, have a BIG Hollywood movie made about their life, and THEN start a successful effects pedal company. But that is exactly what happened to David Packouz of Singular Sound. You may have heard about David from the Todd Phillips directed film 'War Dogs' (starring Jonah Hill and Miles Teller) or possibly his company's most famous product The Beat Buddy. But how did all of this happen? Thats exactly what we get into on this episode. You are going to love it! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello everyone! On this episode, I present to you one of the wildest stories I've ever heard on the podcast. You listeners know that there have been some crazy tales told on this show, but this one ranks up there with the scariest of them all. Eyal is a founding member of Dååth, the CEO of Unstoppable Recording Machine, and Riff Hard, an accomplished session guitarist and a whole lot more. We talk about the dedication required to forge a successful career in music, overcoming an initial lack of familial support for his career, the early metal scene, and the epic new course that URM has put together! You can check out more info on the course HERE: https://nailthemix.com/jenscourse Check out all of Eyal's stuff on his Instagram You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a pretty special episode of the podcast! Today I'm talking to my friend Daniel G. Harmann, who I actually collaborated on a song with! Daniel is a singer-songwriter out of Seattle, WA who came up in the punk scene and has honed his skills over the years in a wide variety of projects. Daniel is an immense talent, a guitar gear fanatic and a rad dude of the highest regard. You can check out his latest release and our collab track "sounds of combat grow muffled' on Spotify or wherever you stream music. Find him on Instagram HERE You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to predict what guitars are going to explode in value? Is it possible to "time" the guitar gear market as you might the stock market? What pedals/amps/guitars are going to appreciate in value in the future? Matt Knight from the Guitar Nerds comes back on the podcast for a very, very, very gear centric episode of the show! We dive into some Boss/Roland happenings, Origin Effects pedals, the challenges of marketing non-guitar guitar products, the impracticality of guitarist's brains, and we answer the question... Do BIG pedals bring BIG dollars? Give this a listen and let me know what you think on the socials! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I am talking to Chris Wiseman of the band's Currents and Shadow of Intent. We dive in headfirst to talk about what it is like building a band in a very "Ship Of Theseus" type of way, and how that occurred with Currents. We also talk pretty extensively about the necessities of treating a band like a business and what that can entail. There is also talk about how he approaches production work, guitars, and a whole lot more! Check out Currents on their Website HERE: https://currentsofficial.com/ Give Chris a follow on his Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/sirwiseman Check out Shadow of Intent HERE: https://www.shadowofintent.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are anything like me, you might be a former Warped Tour kid. We grew up with emo, "screamo", and very abrasive, emotionally charged forms of hardcore tinged punk rock influenced music. What most of us didn't realize at the time was that what we were experiencing was an echo of a former movement that was spearheaded by a band called Jeromes Dream. Today I'm talking to vocalist/bassist Jeff Smith and guitarist Sean Leary (also of Loma Prieta!!). This is very, very rad episode for me that I never, EVER thought would happen for a wide variety of reasons. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Check out the band's website HERE: https://www.jeromesdreamforever.com/ And their Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/jeromesdreamforever/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Nobile is one of the founding members of NYC hardcore stalwarts Incendiary. On this episode we talk about how powerful it can be to support yourself OUTSIDE of doing music, while still taking your musical project very seriously. It is a hidden superpower that a lot of musicians sometimes ignore, but should be talked about more often! We also get into his guitar preferences, musical taste, and what it was like getting into the NYC Hardcore scene prior to the internet age. It is a banging episode. Enjoy! Check out the band on their website HERE: https://www.incendiaryhc.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I love it when I get to have fellow podcasters on the show, but it is even better when that podcaster happens to be in a successful band! Casey has been a member of The Wonder Years for almost 20 years. In that time he's developed his skills as a producer, songwriter, and he has a very strong grasp on what it takes to make it in the music business. He also is a serious guitar gear nerd so of course we bonded over that as well. I think you are really going to enjoy this episode! Check out his band, The Wonder Years, on their website: https://loneliestplaceonearth.com/collections/thewonderyears Definitely check out his podcast as well. The Record Process is available wherever you listen to this show, or here: https://www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From being told he was "too small to play guitar", to leading one of the most popular musical acts on the planet, Pete Anderson has seen almost every angle of the music industry. Pete and I go over his career from the moment he started guitar, to working in music stores, to his approach in producing bands, touring the world, meeting Scotty Moore, his thoughts on his own creative process, and so much more. This is one of the coolest conversations I ever had, and fortunately I was able to record the whole thing! (And the Patreon bonus chat was absolutely incredible!) Check out all things Pete on his website http://peteanderson.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a MUST listen for August Burns Red fans. We get into the weeds on the gear! Just a few short weeks prior to the recording of this episode, I was actually watching JB play live on the current 20th anniversary tour. So this was quite timely! JB is a great dude and we took a deep dive into his personal story and an even deeper dive into the history of all of his gear. From his first Ibanez starter pack, to the signature guitar and preprogrammed digital world he currently resides in. Check out the band on their website! Give JB a follow on the ole Instagram You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Gailey plays guitar in the killer bands Fit For A King and Phineas. On this episode, we dive into appreciating music across genres, seven string guitars, the growing popularity of heavy music, and what it takes to get your music out there. Check out Daniel on his Instagram You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The music gear business and the restaurant industry couldn't look more different to the untrained eye. Which is not unlike most people not seeing the similarities that chefs and musicians share. Chef Ricky Bella is an accomplished culinary expert, metalhead, massive music enthusiast, and a fellow guitar gear nerd. We went down the rabbit hole of his original aspirations as a metal guitarist, his journey to sobriety, what it's REALLY like being a high end chef and the multitude of similarities between the restaurant industry and the music gear business. You can find Ricky crafting absolutely incredible food at Palomar in Portland, OR. If you are in the area, it's a must stop experience. Give Ricky a follow on his Instagram. You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've got a banger of an episode for you today! I'm talking to Devin Shidaker of The Acacia Strain and we dive down into the creative rabbit hole. We talk about how he ended up joining The Acacia Strain, his work at Balaguer Guitars, his personal approach to bands, songwriting and a whole lot more! Check out The Acacia Strain on THEIR WEBSITE Devin's Instagram is HERE You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is it like to end up playing guitar in your personal favorite band? That isn't a question that very many people get to answer, but Grayson Stewart is one of the few people on the planet that can actually talk about that subject. On this episode we dive into how Grayson joined Norma Jean, the journey he went on collecting gear for the role, how he approaches life in a heavy touring band, we dissect his pedalboard and a whole lot more! Check out Norma Jean on their website: https://normajeannoise.com/ Check out Grayson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/graysonstewart You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Sturgis is a dude with a vast amount of experience in the music industry. He gained notoriety as a very popular producer in the metal community. He has worked with the likes of Asking Alexandria, We Came As Romans, The Devil Wears Prada and a whole lot more. But these days he is probably best known for his software endeavors. Joey Sturgis Tones is a his software company that makes absolutely incredible plug-ins for guitarists and producers of all genres. On this episode we dive into his story as a producer/engineer, and how that evolved into running a successful software company. Dive into this episode! I'm pretty sure you'll learn something. Check out his website HERE - https://joeysturgistones.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A massive component of advancing in any career is building your network. So much of every opportunity that presents itself is based upon "who you know". But what if you don't know anyone working in the sphere you'd like to be in? On this episode, Blake talks to Matt about his career and how he managed to find himself working on such a wide variety of projects such as A Perfect Circle, Pucifer, Poppy, Eagles of Death Metal and so many more. Check out Matt on his Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mattmcjunkins You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colt Capperune is a very successful producer/recording engineer/content creator with a very inspiring story. He also has some insight into Apple's plans for integrating Dolby Atmos into Apple Music that could have MASSIVE implications for independent artists and their ability to achieve visibility in the same way that we've become accustomed to. On this episode we get into his career trajectory, how he discovered creating on YouTube, and a whole lot more! Check out Colt on YouTube HERE and on Instagram HERE You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is it like playing a three string guitar? Why would you need two tuner pedals on your guitar effects pedalboard? What makes Filtertrons so magical? Is pedal steel hard to play? Henri and I go over all of this and a whole lot more on this fresh episode of your friendly neighborhood guitar podcast! Make sure you check out Starcrawler on their website here: https://www.starcrawlermusic.com/ Give Henri a follow on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/henricash You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Balkun Brothers are an epic two-piece rock band from Connecticut. Steve and Nick formed their band after being arrested in New Hampshire. Which is not exactly the most common starting point for a band. We quickly bonded over a mutual LOVE of pizza, and we went down the deep rabbit hole of baritone guitars, why you need one, and what makes them so special. Check out the VIDEO that introduced me to the band here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CodVnEGjd6R/?hl The band's website is here: https://www.balkunbrothers.com/ Steve's guitars are available here: https://www.balkunguitars.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shootouts play both kinds of music. That's right both of them. Country AND Western. The band also has a ripping guitar player named Brian Poston. Brian came on the show today to talk about his experiences working with and meeting some absolute legends in the country music scene, as well as some of his personal musical heroes. (Marty Stewart and Jim Campilongo anyone?) We also talk about his guitar rig, why he prefers quite stages, how there used to be no drumming at the Grand Ole Opry, and a whole lot more! Check out the band on their website: https://www.shootoutsmusic.com/ Also Brian's website is available here: https://www.brianposton.net/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Browne Amplification has really blown up in the last few years. Thanks in large part to The Protein Dual Overdrive Pedal. On this episode we discuss how Josh Scott (of JHS Pedals) convinced him to give surface mount components a try in his guitar pedals, germanium transistors, how he was able to make the leap from touring tech to owning a manufacturing operation, the perils of operating a small business, and a whole litany of other things. We've got something for everyone on this episode! Check out all the fine Browne Amplification products on their website! https://browneamps.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Act is a brand that almost nobody associates with a high quality instrument. We are used to seeing them in the Walmart toy section, not in the hands of professional touring musicians. But at some point in the mid-2000s First Act created their own Custom Shop. These instruments went into the hands of some very popular musicians of the era, and are experiencing a serious resurgence all these years later. Kelly Butler was a builder at the Gibson Custom Shop and was instrumental in creating the First Act Custom Shop instruments, and now owns his own brand K. Butler Guitars. I brought him on the podcast to tell the story, and it is an extremely interesting tale! We've got John Mayer, Slash, and even Nigel Tufnel (of Spinal Tap fame) waved into this one. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! And don't forget, we are giving a Gibson SG away and there are just a few days left to enter. Head over to Stringjoy.com to check that out. Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is definitely something different! On this one you are getting something a little different. Today Sean Arbow of Gunstreet and Scott Marquart of Stringjoy are on the podcast to announce that Stringjoy and Gunstreet are officially teaming up! This is something that we've all been working on behind the scenes on this merger for a very long time, so it is very exciting to finally have this out in the world. All three of us take you through our perspectives on how this story unfolded, how we plan on resurrecting some SUPER RAD & unique pickups, and a whole lot more. Check out the new Gunstreet look at Gunstreet.co And don't forget, we are giving a Gibson SG away and there are just a few days left to enter. Head over to Stringjoy.com to check that out. Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Lopez has a fascinating story. On this episode we explore how his extreme level of focus have guided him through his career. From his early days in East LA as a boxer, to attending Musician's Institute, getting a job a Fender Musical Instruments, becoming a freaking MASTER BUILDER in the Fender Custom Shop... and then heading out on his own adventure with Castedosa Guitars. It is a fantastic story of hard work, perseverance, and independence. I really enjoyed chatting with Carlos and I think you will enjoy the story. Check out his work at https://www.castedosaguitars.com/ Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thursday is an absolutely incredible and influential band so you can imagine how excited I was to sit down and talk with guitarist Steve Pedulla for this very special episode of the podcast. On this episode we dive into Steve's gear journey in a very extensive way. Starting with his Gibson SG, and landing in Telecaster land. We really went down the rabbit hole of his guitar pedal choices, his digital/tube based hybrid rig of today, and a whole lot more. This episode is a must for any Thursday fan, and if you aren't familiar, you can check out the band on their website https://www.thursday.net/ Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Braga is the insanely talented and very hard working creator behind the YouTube channel Pedal Playhouse. It is one of the most entertaining and unique viewing experiences in the guitar gear content world. What started out as a very light and bouncy episode took a very unexpected turn when Jo told me her full story. That said, her insane positivity and bubbly personality somehow still managed to generate laughs while we walked down a fairly dark path momentarily. I think you'll really enjoy this episode, and please make sure to check out her work on her channel at this link: Pedal Playhouse Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this very special video episode of the podcast I invited my friend Dewey Halpaus of The Peer Pleasure Podcast to the Shred Shed for a TWO HOUR conversation of epic proportions. We intended on this being a recap of our podcast lives in 2022, and we definitely got into how things are changing for his podcast, as well as my own. Including a new effort focused on YouTube for me! The chat included a discussion of my ever evolving role at Stringjoy, what it is like being a podcaster, and like the title says... How you cannot go poop on a tour bus. Which is something that I was not aware of... I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Please make sure you check out Dewey's show on his website, or wherever you get your podcasts. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is absolutely insane! Big KO and I sit down with the guitar legend Eddie Martinez for one of the most epic chats in the history of this show. Whether you know it or not, you have almost certainly heard Eddies guitar playing. The tracks are too numerous to list, but some names include RUN DMC, Meatloaf, Mick Jagger, Patti LaBelle, and many more. We had a blast and I think you are going to love this! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Tedder is a songwriter from Nashville, TN who has an extremely interesting story! I met her on one of my plane rides back home from Nashville, and we talked for basically the entire flight. Once she told me about her work with Healing Heartstrings, I knew I had to get her on the podcast. She takes people in the their darkest moments and helps them write and create songs to help them manage their pain. It's truly an incredible story and I think you are going to enjoy this conversation. Check her out on Instagram The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Gill has worked in the music industry in many different capacities over the years, but is most well known for his long tenures at Guitar Player & Guitar World Magazines. He has interviewed the most famous guitarists on the planet hundreds of times, (Eddie Van Halen, Jeff Beck, Billy Gibbons etc.) collected hundreds of pieces of gear, did artist management at Boardwalk Records, and just generally has had a fascinating career. I loved chatting with him, and I think you'll really enjoy his story. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am talking to Dan and Krystal from a company called Online Marketing. (No it isn't necessarily THAT kind of online marketing). They hold a rather unique position in the musical instruments market that I do not think most people have considered or are even aware exists. We talk about what that is, what the purpose of the company is and go over some products from a couple of the brands that they represent. Specifically Warm Audio and Audio-Technica, both of whom are probably companies you have heard of before. Enjoy the episode good people! The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 $14 Fuzz Pedal HERE You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hemorage are a San Francisco based band who have made a name for themselves by performing heavy thrash metal out of their van. They just pull up outside of a venue (oftentimes venues that refused to book them) and rip a fantastic set right in the street. We talk about the philosophy behind this process, what their rigs look like, the goals for the band and a whole lot more! Check out the band at their website. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 $14 Fuzz Pedal HERE You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is definitely one of those "pinch me" moments. Chris Shiflett is not only a member of one of the raddest bands of all time, but he also is the host of a podcast that I love called Walking The Floor which you definitely should be listening to. This was truly an epic conversation where we break down his process, talk about how he started his podcast, get into how he got into Foo Fighters, and a whole lot more! Check out his music on his WEBSITE, give him a follow on Instagram, listen to his podcast HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a long overdue episode! I am bringing back one of my favorite people, Bob Keeley himself. When Rob agreed to come on the podcast way back in 2015, I was not only flabergasted that he agreed to it, but it was one of the best episodes of this show that has been published. Rob is back and giving us a much needed update on the state of Keeley Electronics, talking about collaborating with Andy Timmons, elaborating on some overlooked aspects of running a manufacturing business in the US, how Boss inspired him, and a whole lot more! The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this glorious episode, Ryan Ratajski from Fuzzrocious Pedals returns to the podcast to nerd out with Blake about Thrice's Alchemy Index, talk about his new collaboration with the band Cave In, and just generally hag out for a fun chat. Ryan has become a true friend of the show for several years, and this is officially his fourth podcast appearance. Check his wares out at his website. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lots of people have theorized that the video game "Rock Band" may have kick started a whole generation of guitarists. Ayla proves that that might just be true. We had a great conversation about bringing just what the song needs to the table, technical ability vs songwriting, asking about the death of "genre" saying "YES" to everything and a whole lot more! Check her out on YouTube & Instagram as well as her website. You can also get lessons from her and a bunch of other rad folks at Guitareo. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT MAKES THIS SONG STINK? That is the question that launched Pat's YouTube career. In the depths of lockdown, Pat Finnerty, a lifetime musician from Scranton, PA started making videos critiquing songs. I found him via a video he made where he was literally protesting Train's "Soul Sister". Normally I kind of detest these types of things, but Pat has such a hilarious yet honest delivery that it just works. His work is absolutely hilarious, yet simultaneously accurate. I caught Pat on a livestream shortly after finding his gem of a YouTube channel, and we chatted briefly while I was in some sort of zombie state. I invited him on the show, he accepted and now here we are! I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did, and when you are done with it you have to check out his channel HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the deal with Dumble Amplifiers? What is it about these guitar amplifiers that cause so much of a stir amongst us guitar geeks? Is the Overdrive Special really magical? Is a Steel String Singer deserving of it's legendary status? Taylor Cox is the man behind Amplified Nation, which is one of the best known companies selling "Dumble style" amplifier companies in the musical instrument industry. On this episode we dissect some of the mystique around Dumble amplifiers, talk extensively about the difficulties that come with running a small guitar gear business, get some insights into amp manufacturing, and a whole lot more! I think you'll really enjoy this one. Taylor was a treat to talk to. Check out his work at his website https://amplifiednation.com/ The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Agnesi first popped up in internet guitarland as the host of Guitar of The Day and other such content for the legendary Norman's Rare Guitars in Los Angeles, California. Eventually he became the Director of Brand Experience for Gibson Guitars and returned to Nashville Tennessee. If you've spent much time in the online guitar communities, you know who he is. And if you don't, you are about to get to know him. Let's GO! The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was bound to happen eventually... I am very excited to welcome to the podcast Scott Wiener of Scott's Pizza Tours! In another life, Scott was a touring musician who had a breakthrough while sampling various famous pizzerias. These days, he is a world renowned pizza expert and the man behind the famous Scott's Pizza Tours in New York City. On this episode we dissect the similarities between music and pizza, how subcultures get extremely analytical, guitar stores vs pizzerias, recording studios vs hotels, and a whole lot more! If you are in NYC book your tour at his website. Also make sure to give him a follow on Instagram. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, I am stoked to be talking to Addison Sauvan from JHS Pedals/The JHS Show! We had a brilliant chat about his career and how it has lead him to a spot on one of the most popular gear channels on YouTube. Addison is a great dude who is obsessed with all things music and also is the owner of a fantastic mustache. Check him out at least once a week on The JHS Show. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Martin Allison is a bassist. And not just any bassist, this dude is an absolute MONSTER on the instrument. Ever since he was first "forced" into the roll of commanding the low end, he developed a true passion for the instrument that is nearly impossible to match. Ian has performed countless times in a wide variety of situations, but as far as The Internet is concerned he is most closely associated with the widely acclaimed channel Scott's Bass Lessons. He has also produced a ton of content on his own, which can mostly be found on his Instagram page. Give him a follow HERE and you will be very glad you did! If you don't know Scott's Bass Lessons, you really should. Even if you are a guitarist like myself. It's a pretty incredible resource. Scott's website is HERE and the YouTube channel is HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to today's episode! Today I'm talking to Corey Congilio. Corey has made his living as a professional guitarist for many years, and has done session work/toured with a ton of different artists. The dude has a ton of insight into making a living as a creative individual, and we talk very extensively about that very subject on this episode. Corey is extremely passionate about teaching guitar and has put together an excellent course that you can try out for FREE for 14 days. Check that out HERE. He also has 40+ completely free lessons (and counting) available HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here we go! This week I have John Dines from Origin Effects on the show this week to discuss his musical history, how he got into messing with electronics, and the history of Origin Effects. Everything from Digitech Pod ripoffs, to high end tube amps. We run through his whole timeline and get deep into the weeds. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. Check out Origin Effects HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the whole entertainment industry kafabe? The rules are made up and the points don't matter? Maybe... On this episode I'm talking with Exel. The dude is a lifelong musician based in the big ole state of Texas. On this episode we follow his musical trajectory from getting his first guitar to having his music pumping through the American Airlines Stadium in front of 20,000 people. I love bringing people on who have taken a different path to making their living doing what they love. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Check him out on Instagram The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do I get sponsored? How do I get FREE GEAR??? These are questions that I get fairly consistently and the short answer is that nothing is free. The long answer is at least partially contained in this podcast episode. Alex has a long history of working with brands and artists to help them help each other. He is managing the A&R program at Stringjoy, Victory Amps, Origin Effects and more. He's tremendously good at his job, and has a lot of insight into what these relationships look like. Listen. Enjoy. Subscribe. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do Wendy O. Williams, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Pete Townshend, Mike McCready, and Blake Wyland have in common? We have all SMASHED GUITARS as part of a public performance. This polarizing practice is so deeply integrated into music culture, and yet it is so frowned upon by a large swath of the music community. Is it ok? Is it terrible? Is it wasteful? Is it excessive? I had Kai West on to dissect this issue a little bit further. Kai is a Musicologist and PhD candidate at the University of Michigan. He has extensively researched and studied electric guitar culture which of course includes the history of guitar smashing. This is a very interesting conversation about a fairly divisive topic. I hope you enjoy the show! Check Kai's Instagram HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially one of those times again... System Of A Down are one of my biggest musical inspirations. Toxicity literally did not leave my Discman for about a year and a half. (Yes Discman. I said what I said.) The dudes at Ashdown Engineering hooked Shavo and I up while I was at Gearfest and we had an EPIC conversation. We dove into the new North Kingsley record, the grey areas of the world, his new solo record, and a whole lot more. This is definitely one of those "pinch me" moments. Enjoy the chat! Give Shavo a follow on his Instagram Check Out North Kingsley HERE Check out SOAD HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome "back" to the podcast my dude Kareem Denis, otherwise known as Big KO! When KO and I recorded several months ago, I knew that his Patron conversation was going to have to be public at some point. He made some very crucial points that I think someone may need to hear, so it is now officially out in the wild! If you would like access to the many, many hours of Patron exclusive conversations and help keep this show going then Patreon.com/tonemob is the place! Check out Big KO on his Instagram HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is this? A guitar announcement on a guitar podcast complete with ACTUAL GUITAR PLAYING??? This madness. Blake must have officially lost his mind. This is Aaron's second appearance on the show, and he is debuting his new signature guitar from Schecter. He does some shreddery, we discuss how impossible it is to get a Rickenbacker, he apparently likes to taunt ghosts with disastrous results and a whole lot more! Check out the new Schecter HERE Check Intervals HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here you are folks! This week you are getting a bonus episode with my guy Charles Henry from Silktone Amps! Charles visited Portland because he has a bunch of friends up here, and we decided to get some Vietnamese and do some podcasting. On this episode we discuss his very unique new fuzz pedal, our new doom band, the craziness of the last few years, supply chain nonsense and a whole lot more. Check out his amps and pedals at Silktone.org The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Dankelson was born at 30 weeks and diagnosed with Goldenhar Syndrome. His Mom, Dede, kept a daily journal to update family and friends. This became known as "Pete's Diary" during the 102 days he was in the NICU. Fast forward to now, Pete has underwent 37 surgeries, him and Dede have inspired thousands through motivational speaking and now he is pursuing his passion for guitar. These two are very inspiring and super cool people to talk with. I think you are really going to enjoy this episode. Check out all the info at Petesdiary.com The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Santiago is a super cool dude who is absolutely instrumental in so many facets of this crazy industry. There is a very good chance that you have put your hands (or feet) on products that James has had a hand in. Seriously. This dude has been AROUND! This is one of the best conversations that I've had in recent memory. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Check out all the goods at Universal Audio's website, and James' Instagram HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here we go good people! I am back from Gearfest with a whole pile of content to hand over to you! On this episode, I sat down with Jason Mays from Working Class Music, Emily Harris from Get Offset, and Zach Broyles from Mythos Pedals/ Dipped In Tone. We go over how Gearfest was for us, my extreme lack of musical theory, how Zach is secretly a boomer, cool new toys, Music Man, Tascam, Martin and a whole lot more! This was a really fun recap with some really cool people. Make sure you check out all of their stuff at the links below. Check out Get Offset HERE Check out Working Class Music HERE Check Out Mythos Pedals HERE & Dipped In Tone HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here we go! On this episode Angelo and Terry came on the show to discuss the creation of their new pedal, LVX. We get into the goals, inspirations, and challenges associated with creating such an advanced product in the crazy environment we find ourselves in these days. I think you will really enjoy this chat! Check out LVX HERE Check my song using LVX on Apple Music, Spotify, or anywhere else you stream your tunes. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yvette Young of Covet, Dewey Halpaus of The Peer Pleasure Podcast, and some guy named Blake Wyland sit down for a podcast EXPLOSION! In all seriousness, this one is very special. This is the first episode that I'm recording in person at a venue (sort of) with two of my very favorite people to talk to. We really go all over the place with this one. From terribly disgusting band stories, lost guitar pedals, smelly vans, throat biting, face punching, seeing red, maintaining sanity in a touring band and so much more! Check out Yvette's band HERE and her social media HERE Check out The Peer Pleasure Podcast HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rian is a Grammy nominated producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based out of Los Angeles, California. We dove deep into how modern technology has completed changed the recording experience, feeling the physical movement of air with a loud amp, transitioning from performing to producing, and a whole lot more! Check his info out HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott is back! I had an absolute blast chatting with him the last time he came on the show, so I was crazy happy to have him back on the podcast. We talked in-depth about his lifestyle, and company on his previous episode so check that one out if you have not already. On this one, we dive in deeper on his process with product development and how he makes things that complement his lifestyle. He is a very insightful dude, and I always enjoy our chats. Make sure you check out his company at Temploaudiodevices.com TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Markus Reeves is the man responsible for some of the most beautifully built guitar pedals I have ever seen. We dive into how he came to dial in his process, the extreme importance of handling the "boring" stuff required in business, the progress of our life experiences and a whole lot more! I hope you enjoy this episode, and make sure you check out his work at his WEBSITE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dude Stay Metal Ray came on the show! Ray is a YouTuber guitarist, and all around great dude. He has overcame a wide variety of challenges in his life and is a super inspiring person. On this episode we talked about his story, "gateway" bands, shredding vs song construction, putting yourself out there, dealing with trolls and a whole lot more! Check out his YouTube channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's podcast I'm talking to Alex Gaziano of Science Amps. The dude makes fantastic looking and sounding guitar amplifiers out of Seattle, Washington. We dive into the wacky supply chain that we have these days, the crossover of classic amp designs, the BOSS line selector, his own personal amplifier journey, Neil Young's amp knob turning robot and a whole lot more! Check out his work at his Website TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke Bentham is a fellow Les Paul Enthusiast, massive rock'n'roll fan, and one of the principal people behind the band The Dirty Nil. On this episode we talk about why Les Pauls are the best, smashing limos, Alpine White Les Paul Customs, playing with The Who, Foo Fighters and a whole lot more!! Check out his band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this record I'm talking to Joe and Jake from Old Currents. We get heavy into the gear talk, but we also explore the rather unique musical climate that permeated their home town. We get goofy, nerdy, and everywhere in between! I think you are really going to enjoy this episode. Give them a follow on Instagram. Here is a link to Glitchers Van Fund TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can some of my very favorite analog gear be recreated in the digital space? Admittedly, I was very skeptical when my friend Chris Benson released a plug-in. But after experiencing it for myself, I had to get Taylor Larson on the show! Taylor is a renowned producer, an avid gear junkie, fellow Benson Amps fanboy, and co-founder of Mixwave. A company doing some very unique, and interesting stuff in the audio plug-in world. On this episode, we dive into his story, and what made this project so special. Enjoy! Check out Mixwave TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright fellow elder Millennials and up. Today I am sitting down with Jordan.wav to discuss social media platforms and how a musician/creative can utilize these outlets to their advantage. I've wanted to get Jordan on for a long time. This guy has absolutely blown up on TikTok with over 1 million followers on the platform. So to say he has quite a bit of insight into this stuff is the understatement of the year. He is a brilliant dude, a ripping guitarist, and is just all around a super cool guy. Give him a follow on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The main recurring theme on this podcast (other than pizza) is just making stuff and putting it out there. It is an important thing that I do not think artists can hear enough. Cohen wanted to discuss just that (amongst other things) and I really have a lot of admiration for what he does as a creator, so of course I was super excited to have him back on to discuss this. This was supposed to come out months ago, but my big dumb brain spaced on putting it out publicly because it was released as a Patron exclusive close to the time of recording. But it is out now, so enjoy it! Check out Cohen's channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Whitmore is the force behind the Women's International Music Network, The She Rocks Awards, and the head of marketing at Positive Grid. She has had a vast amount of experience in many different sectors of the music industry. We had an absolute blast chatting about the musical landscape of today, some different considerations for artists in this new world, managing professional relationships and a whole lot more. Dive into it folks, this is a good one! Check out Women's International Music Network HERE, Positive Grid HERE, and The She Rocks Awards HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan is one of the dudes behind Poison Noises, a relatively new company in the pedal world that is gaining favor with a lot of my personal favorite bands. They've also found favor with the crew of Josh Scott's JHS Show. Jordan and I had chatted a bit on the interwebz and I thought that he would be a great guest for the podcast, so here we are! Enjoy the show folks! Check out their pedals HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You read that right. I am talking to Jason USA from the infamous Chibson USA! You will probably be very surprised to hear that the whole Chibson idea came from an in-development documentary film about a very specific Led Zeppelin inspired band. I don't want to give away too much, but you are going to love the story. Standup comedy, memes, guitars, algorithm, streaming and a whole lot more! Dig in and dig it! Check out the Chibson Instagram page here TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Fuchs is a legend in the guitar amplifier game. It was amazing to get him on the podcast to chat about his history, following your passion in an intelligent way, and the big ole elephant in the room... the current state of vacuum tube availability. We had ourselves a most excellent time! Check out his work on his website TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Look at that! It's a bonus episode! Today I'm talking with Dylan Mckerchie about the world of content creation, behind the scenes of the guitar business, putting in a lot of work, knowing your own brain and a whole lot more! This is chat is pulled from an episode of his new podcast which is called "Just Gonna Say It" which you can find wherever you are listening to this show. I hope you enjoy it! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all hear the word "producer" and I think very few of us really know what that means. Anthony J. Resta has produced records for a huge variety of artists for over three decades, so I feel like he is a perfect person to educate us. We talk about what that means to him, FUZZ PEDALS, the changing technology of the recording world, the importance of the room sounds. This was a really fun and very educational episode. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Give Anthony a follow on Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Merrow is a fantastic YouTuber, guitarist and general guitar gear fanatic just like yours truly. We take a dive into his backstory and how he began making such high quality demo videos right out the gate. We talk about mic techniques, lighting, and a whole lot more. This is a very "enlightening" episode. ;) TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Headstock breaks, holes in solidbody guitars, bodily fluids on instruments and a whole lot more. On this episode we get into everything from Green Day to shoegaze to working on your hero's instruments. You are really going to enjoy this one! Check out their guitars on their website HERE. And their repair work HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Put a fuzz circuit into a pizza enclosure. That is a simple thing to do right? Well... as it turns out... NO IT IS NOT. Grant & Karen came on the show to chat with me about the development about Slice Of Pie so we could pull back the curtain on the process. This really was a true labor of love, with so many things going into it that are not obvious to the untrained eye. And probably some things that are not obvious even to the trained eye. It was truly an insane process, and only folks who truly care about both guitar pedals and pizza could have pulled it off in such an epic way. I'm so excited for this to be out in the world, and I hope you enjoy this peek into the process. Check it out HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is on fire! Big KO is a producer, guitarist, DJ and just general renaissance man. We talk about about his rich musical backstory, the merging of cultures, and how he ended up working with one of his musical heroes, Darryl "DMC" McDaniels. This is one of the best episodes I have done in quite a while. I think you are going to love it. Give him a follow on his Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Mays and Tia Bailey are the "on camera" folks for the YouTube channel Working Class Music. They are quickly becoming a "go too" channel in the gear community and the videos that they and the team are producing are fantastic. I was really excited to talk with them about their story and this chat absolutely did not disappoint. Enjoy the chat! Check out their YouTube channel HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to get NERDY. Tristan Shone is the dude behind the one-man industrial doom act called Author & Punisher. He builds all of his own machines to create MASSIVE sounds that are absolutely unlike anything else. It is genuinely fascinating to watch him in action, and we had such an epic conversation. Check him out at his website HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott is a recording engineer, guitarist, and generally brilliant dude. We talk about his origin story, gear overlap in different mediums, refining your techniques, trying stuff, the appropriate time to learn things and a whole lot more. Keep up with Scott at Antisleep.com Follow him on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does someone integrate cartoons into pedal demos? Well, my dude Bram has it figured out. He is making some of the most unique and coolest content in the gear world. We had a really epic conversation that spanned from splitting wood in the forest, trying stuff, hitting up Tony Visconti, adapting to the situation, guitar pedal preferences and a whole lot more! Check out his YouTube channel HERE, and check out Tiger Mimic at their website HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are starting this year off with a BANG! Today I am talking with Ken Andrews from the band Failure. We dive into the rather unique way they recorded their latest release "Wild Type Droid", how a band can play around each other instead of with each other, their reunion, his dive into a fully digital guitar rig, and a whole lot more. This episode is an absolute blast. I think you will really enjoy it. Check out Failure at their website HERE and scope out Ken's YouTube channel HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro wrestlers with fuzz pedals, touring the world, recording bands, accidentally becoming a pedal company, how working at a gear company doesn't mean you get to play guitar, and a whole lot more. Nick is a great dude, and this was a really fun conversation. I think you are really going to enjoy it. Check out his pedals at his website and give him a follow on Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Mellinger is a guitarist in the band ZAO. I have been a big fan for a very long time, so this was a really big treat for me! We talk in depth about the "Get Back" documentary, their "Ship of Theseus" situation with the band, his love of the Marshall JCM 800, analog delay pedals, modern recording technology, Maxon Pedals, Craiglist gear scores, Adam Jones Les Pauls and a whole lot more! This a super rad episode and I think you are really going to enjoy this. Check out the band at their Bandcamp page HERE, and Scott's personal Instagram HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan Lippi is this week's guest on the show! Megan is a guitar player and animation student who is just KILLING it on YouTube with her pedal demos. Her unique spin on content coupled with her tasteful playing style is earning her a rad spot in the gear world. I really enjoy her work, and I definitely enjoyed this conversation. I think you will too! Check out her YouTube Channel HERE and her Instagram page HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Reis is the head dude behind the popular YouTube channel Does It Doom? He has zeroed in on a growing, but wildly underserved niche in the gear world. We talk about how he zeroed in on the content for his channel, the history of Doom Metal, how Orange and Matamp are intertwined, his new pedals and a whole lot more. I think you'll really enjoy it! Check out his channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kauer of Kauer is back!!!! It has been way way way overdue. I am super stoked to get Doug back on the show. On this one we talk about how his business has changed over the years, and how Kauer Guitars navigated the shutdowns, he offers his advice to those looking to do the same, I confess to the murder of o piece of Cardboard and a whole lot more! Check out his work at https://www.kauerguitars.com/ and on Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a first time for everything! Today I'm talking to Chef Brian Tsao about his career in the culinary industry, touring musically around China, the overlaps that the music industry has with the restaurant industry, his new band, his guitar rig and of course SANDWICH SUNDAYS. Make sure you check out his YouTube Channel , follow him on Instagram, and check out his band Loss Becomes! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting a pedal (or any other kind of guitar gear) company this day and age can be a very daunting. Scott Marquart has taken on one of the most difficult product categories in the industry and has seen great success with that. Not only that, but he is my partner in practically every business endeavor outside of this podcast. He is a super sharp dude, and I thought he would be the perfect guest to have a more "business focused" episode. If you are trying to get some sort of musical instrument business off the ground, this is a fantastic episode for you. Check out Stringjoy at our website TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Koch has been a force in the guitar world for decades. He has toured all over the world, made a whole variety of different albums, and is one of the original guitar "content creators". The dude is a wealth of knowledge, and just a fantastic conversationalist. This is a truly epic "part 2 but also part 1" podcast conversation. I think you will all really, really enjoy it. Check him out at his website HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we actually get some real knowledge dropped on us! Scott is an acoustic engineer and podcaster with a deep knowledge of how sound actually functions in the real world. We dive deep into some high level solutions for your average guitarist, or home recording enthusiast. I think you are really going to enjoy this episode. It is an absolute delight. Listen to his podcast HERE Hire him for your acoustic jobs HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a big one! Kevin Dye from Gates came on the podcast to discuss music creation, self employment, exercise, mental health, mixing and a whole lot more. We seriously went all over the place with this one, there is something for everyone on this one. Enjoy! Check out his band Gates TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have John from Taking Back Sunday on the show this week. We go over his musical back story briefly, along with his gear journey that he took along the way. We also talk about song writing approaches, studio vs road gear, digital vs tube amps, his views and advice for younger artists/bands, and a whole lot more. This is a very fun episode. I think you'll really enjoy it! You can follow John on Instagram HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Tolinski and Chris Gill have been in the guitar media world for decades. Through that, these fellas have had many, many epic conversations with some of the most influential guitarists to ever walk the planet. They had the opportunity to interview Eddie Van Halen multiple times, and the resulting 50+ hours of interviews were compiled into an epic tome called Eruption: Conversations With Eddie Van Halen. It is a great read, and I really enjoyed talking with Chris and Brad about their respective histories, how the book came together, Eddie's impact on culture, how guitar media has evolved and a whole lot more. You can grab the book from one of my favorite independent book stores HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you had told me when I started this podcast that I would be sitting down with Buzz Osborne to talk about guitar pedals I would have said you were crazy. But fast forward to today, and that is exactly what is happening! We talked about Sunn Beta Leads, his signature gear with Hilbish Designs & Electrical Guitar Company, how he prefers to set up for performance, his take on recording/listening mediums, his experience with labels and a whole lot more! Check out The Melvins at their website You can check out his pedals HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do magic diodes exist? Are bucket brigade chips analog? What is the deal with the clipping circuit in the Klon Centaur? John and I get into all of this and more on this very rad episode of the podcast. John Snyder is the main dude behind Electronic Audio Experiments and is responsible for some of the raddest pedals in recent memory. He first came on the podcast in 2017, and the story has only gotten more and more interesting since then. If you'd like to check out that first appearance and get some of earlier backstory check that out HERE. You can check out his pedals HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Hallquist is this week's guest. He is a guitarist in the band Kaonashi and we had a great conversation. We talked about his inspirations, pedalboard, how the band goes about touring, and one SUPER CREEPY GUY IN FLORIDA. As discussed in the intro, the band had most of their gear stolen in Anaheim California recently, and you can find their gear HERE. You can check out more information on the band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Montoya has had a very interesting career in music. He first cut his teeth as a guitarist in the metal scene with his band Winds Of Plague. Along the way he started creating music as a producer and has made music with Polyphia, JuiceWrld, Bones, and a whole lot more. He's a dang musical chameleon! On this episode we discuss his beginnings, some of his favorite plug-ins for music production, his guitars, advice for aspiring musicians and a whole lot more. Hope you enjoy it! Give him a follow on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's podcast I am speaking with Jake Haydn, the guitarist and frontman for the two-piece punk group Glitchers. Like many people, I first became aware of them through the interwebz. Viral videos of their wild street performances have been popping up across social media and I just had to check them out. Jake and I talked about how important it is to just keep creating, grabbing people's attention while simultaneously being respectful of their time, his dead simple guitar rig, learning by doing and a whole lot more. Check out the band HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Misha Mansoor is here! He is well known as a driving force behind the band Periphery, Horizon Devices, Get Good Drums, Bulb and a whole lot more! I was super stoked to talk with him and I think you are really going to enjoy this. On this episode we discuss some how he has been able to carve out a living as a musician, the difference between Axe-Fx and Kemper, cars, mic'ing up guitar cabinets, knowing when to cut your losses, learning from your mistakes, what record labels are looking for and a whole lot more. Give Misha a follow on Instagram and check out his many projects. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dylan McKerchie has been producing guitar content for a quite some time. Even longer than myself! He has a YouTube channel where he talks about making pickups along with many other things related to the guitar world. He is also the only guitar content creator that I know of that is making his videos/products on the road! We had an excellent chat, and I think you'll find his stuff worthwhile. Check out his work HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another hot one! August is a bassist/guitarist who is currently playing bass in emo-mathcore rippers Kaonashi. He is a great dude, and we had a fantastic chat about his journey in the music industry, his current bass rig, the band's creative process, the difficulty of touring and a whole lot more! Check out the band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My buddy Richard Oliver of Wampler Pedals and Amplify Creative is on the show today! Richard has been a co-host on Chasing Tone with Brian Wampler and myself for about six months. I figured it was high time that he and I had a one on one chat to dig a little deeper into his background! This was a fun chat and if you want more, make sure you check out the Chasing Tone Podcast every week wherever you get this podcast! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Marshall is the main dude behind the project known as INTERVALS. He is a ridiculously good guitarist, composer, and just a smart dude. I have been wanting to talk to him for a long time now, and we finally made it happen! I think you'll really enjoy this episode. Have fun! Check out his music HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I'm talking with Michael Pack of Sonic Pickups. He's a super rad dude with an extremely interesting history in special makeup effects, and of course guitar pickups. He was also a former Army medic, a triathlete, martial arts practitioner, private security officer, and WE BARELY SCRATCHED THE SURFACE. It was a blast talking to him, and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Check out Michael's Instagram HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a great pleasure to chat with KG on this episode of the podcast! Kyle has played with Jack Black in Tenacious D, his own project The Kyle Gass Band, and a whole lot more! We talked about some his favorite guitarists, the history of the band, show business, potentially going electric and a whole lot more! This one was a great time, and I think you'll really enjoy it! Follow Kyle on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philippe is back and on this episode we discuss his recurring bit Cocaine Man, whether Telecaster's with Bigsbys are like bowling shirts, Larry The Cable Guy, Andrew Dice Clay, KISS, and a whole lot more. This is seriously a riot of an episode. You are in for a real treat! Check out his pedals HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to part two of my conversation with Mr. Charles Henry! On the first one, we waded into some pretty heavy territory, but hopefully it was helpful to some folks. On this section it is quite a bit lighter, and we go into a general music geek Nerdfest. It was a blast to have him on again, and I cannot wait until we can do this in person. Check out his amps HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dude Charles is back for two bonus episodes!! After we hung up our last call, he informed me that there was more to his story than he initially shared. I invited him to come back on and share it with everyone since stories like his have helped others in the past. It was a long chat, and I'm breaking it up into two parts. You can find Part 2 as the next episode in your feed. Check out his amps HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bloody guitars, drop tuning, no pedalboard and a Kemper??? Dan Sugarman is a successful guitar player who doesn't do ANYTHING that I (Blake) do as far as gear goes. Is he on to something? Well, he is in a professional touring band with a super dedicated fanbase, and I am alone in the Shred Shed making bleep/bloop noises. So there is that. This was a very fun episode, and I had a great time talking with Dan. Even if he doesn't use tube amps anymore. ;) TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Nutter has a HISTORY in the music industry to say the very least. From playing with Keith Urban, Taylor Swift and just about anyone who had a major label deal in Nashville to making extremely cool custom guitars, this dude has done the thing. He has so many stories, insights, and is just a genuinely rad dude. This is such a great episode for literally anybody interested in the music industry in any capacity. Enjoy this one and then check out Brian's guitars HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mikey Demus has returned to the show! Mikey plays guitar in the band Skindred, and has a great pedal company called Red Beard Effects. We got all caught up on this one and it was WAY overdue. We talk about difficult podcast episodes, how buff Adrian Thorpe is, some of the difficulties that he went through last year, not buying tuner pedals, and a whole lot more. Check out Skindred HERE and Red Beard Effects HERE Outward is streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and all the other places. Please check it out. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My buddy Ryan Plewatki from Demos In The Dark came on the show at long last! On this one, we take a long look at "paid vs unpaid" gear demos, talk about Shaquille O'Neal, gush about Seuf Guitars, and a whole lot more. This was a good look into the thought process that goes into presenting gear in the context of content creation/gear demos. Check out Ryan's Channel HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dude Shelby has returned!! He came on the show quite a while ago back when he worked at a little place called Chicago Music Exchange. He has since struck it out on his own, and created a company called Black Bobbin which is doing some really awesome stuff. We talk about what he has been up to, how the guitar industry is changing, the challenges with starting a guitar shop during the pandemic, and a whole lot more! Check it out at https://blackbobbin.com/ Here is the American Cyclops Pre-Save link TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This might be the Tone Mob episode that is the most overdue! I explain in more detail on the episode, but Chris and I have been in touch for YEARS. He is an amazing guitarist and a fantastic dude. We got into some heavy music industry stuff, his love of old guitar amplifiers, songwriting, navigating as an artist and a whole lot more! You are going to love this episode. Check them out at their website https://idamaemusic.com/ Here is the aforementioned American Cyclops Pre-Save link TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am super stoked to bring this one to you! Fran and I really hit it off here. The dude has a great story and has put in THOSE HOURS. We talk about his story, gear and his musical life. There is some really fascinating stuff here. We got into some of his years with All Shall Perish, transitioning into the spotlight rapidly, playing for massive crowds vs real life, and how Light The Torch got off the ground. Follow Fran on Instagram Check out the band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey everyone! It is time for a tasty bonus episode featuring my dude Chris DeMakes from the band Less Than Jake, and his show, Chris DeMakes A Podcast. We had a most excellent chat about his musical history, his gear over time, the concept behind his podcast and a whole lot more. Give it a spin, I think you'll really enjoy it. The band's website is https://lessthanjake.com/ TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Ryan comes back on the show and breaks my heart. He doesn't love the same band that I do and now we cannot possibly be friends anymore. So there you go. Listen to this if you want to hear the end of a beautiful friendship. And then go check out his work at the Fuzzrocious Pedals website. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We did it!!! I have been meaning to get The Guitar Geek himself on this show, and we finally made it happen. Andy and I discussed his history as a musician/entertainer, producing content for YouTube vs a podcast, the importance of mental health, and a whole lot more. This was a truly fun and important episode. I hope you dig it! Andy's Channel is right HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have something a little different for you on today's episode! Today my friends Devon and Chelsea from Boy Indigo are debuting some fresh new tunes right here on this podcast! Today we listen to three exclusive new tracks, and talk about them at length on this very special edition of the podcast. I'm super excited to get this to you! Huge shoutout to Sweetwater for making this happen, and their continued support! Presave Boy Indigo's music Follow them on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another hot one for you! This time I am sitting down with Mr. Thomas Erak from The Fall of Troy, Just Like Vinyl and a bunch of other things. We had a great time discussing his upcoming post-apocalyptic, sci-fi, horror music/art project, his recent pedal obsessions, his musical life and so much more. It is a really fun one and I think you are going to enjoy it. Follow Thomas on Instagram Check out my appearance on The JHS Show TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So stoked about this one!!! Emily is a fantastic musician out of Austin Texas. She has a KILLER new signature guitar from Epiphone, and some rad new music on the way! This was a great episode! We talked gear, we talked life, and we touched on a very important issue in regards to women in the music industry thanks to a listener question. Check out Emily's music HERE Here is the Harp Project I spoke about in the intro. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Billy Gibbon's Pearly Gates Les Paul is a legendary instrument. It is arguably one of the most well known 1959 Les Paul Bursts on the planet. Thomas Nilsen is a pickup winder based in the UK who has worked with Billy for years. He recently had the opportunity to scan and make hyper detailed replicas of Billy's guitar called "Whisker Buckers". We talk in great detail about that process and a whole lot more. This is a fantastic episode! Check out Thomas's work at https://www.creamtpickupsdirect.com/ TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, would ya look at that? Mr. Fallon and Mr. Benson are back on the podcast for another episode of total nerdery and Dad-like speculation about the weather and housing market. This was a very special episode spurred on by Brian, and I'm so glad he had the idea. This was an absolute blast. Enjoy! Check out Brian's music right HERE or wherever you get your tunes. In addition to his solo work, he was also part of a little thing called The Gaslight Anthem. You may be familiar, and if your aren't you should go ahead and get familiar. You know I have much love for Chris's work, but if that has somehow escaped you. check out his amplifiers at Bensonamps.com TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom is back!!!! Mr. Kogut came back on the show after a LONG break. This dude makes excellent effects pedals, and is just an interesting guy all around. We talk about integrating guitar effects into the NFT space, how he is doing it and what some of the crazy possibilities might be in the future. As well as BMX. Lots of BMX talk at the end of this one! Enjoy! Check out Tom's work on his website https://tomkatpedals.com/ TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have another hot one for you! Steve came on a bit ago to nerd out about, well, guitars! We had ourselves an epic chat and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Pull up a chair, kick up your feet and enjoy yourself some epic podcasting! Check out Steve on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with another fresh episode for you! Scott has a truly incredible story and it was so intriguing to hear how his life and company have evolved over time. A fascinating dude making some rad stuff! You are in for a treat with this one! Check out his work HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another HAWT one for you today. This time I'm chatting with my dude Cohen, better known on the internet as SpiralCaster. The dude makes some absolutely ripping demos, and you should definitely check them out. Your ears will thank you! Enjoy the episode folks! Check out his YouTube Channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Been super excited about this one! If I Die First sprung up on my radar last year and their debut EP has been in my ears on a regular basis for months now. Perfect post-hardcore/screamo vibes. Nedarb and I have been chatting on the internet for a bit, and decided we should do an episode! Check out the video for Where Needles and Lovers Collide here. And stream the EP wherever you stream for those perfect 2007 vibes. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here it is. The thing I've been working on for months and can't seem to shut up about. Here is my first solo record. I'm working under the name "American Cyclops" and the album title is "Tom, Do You Have Anything Sharp On You?" It is brought to you by the fantastic folks at Sweetwater. Make sure and show them some love. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow. WOW. It has been quite the journey for both Mr. Scott and myself since he last came on the podcast. Catching up was truly fantastic. The man is truly passionate about all this stuff, and i think that comes through in a big way during this conversation. Enjoy the episode! Check out his goods HERE and The JHS Show HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At long last, a much requested guest, Mr. Cory Wong! This was honestky a blast. We dig into the music business, producing different ways to release things, why some people need labels, his creative process and a whole lot more. Enjoy it folks! Check out his music HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was a blast! Charles is a really cool guy, making really cool amplifiers. We talk about his journey his from the hifi world to guitar amps, their similarities, their differences, and a whole lot more. I think you are really going to enjoy this one! Check out his amps at his website https://www.silktone.org TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An epic re-recording! I'm publishing this kinda late, so apologies, but I am without power and internet at the Shred Shed at the moment.... Anyhow.... I had an epic chat with Rhett, we talk a little guitar, YouTube, and working creatively and whole lot more. This was a great time. I think you'll really enjoy the show. Chekc out Rhett's channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another long, long overdue episode! RJ is a successful touring musician, session dude, and YouTuber. He absolutely SHREDS, loves gear and is a great dude. I had a great time on this episode, and I think you are going to love it too. Check out all his stuff on his WEBSITE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is long overdue! Jessica and I spend the first few minutes gushing about Chris Benson and Benson Amps. Then we get into how she got started playing, her approach to gear, her musical influences, and a whole lot more. This is a truly killer episode, I think you'll really enjoy it. Check out Jessica's music HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dark figures, aliens, bright lights, TAKING CARE OF YOUR BUSINESS, and a whole more. Seriously, this episode is amazing. If you want to hear about aliens, old Italian men offering people shrooms, sleep paralysis, and who knows what else..... Its all on this one. You do not want to miss it. Seriously. Check out Yvette's MUSIC and her Instagram Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all creatives!! This episode is for you. Steve is a guitar gear fanatic, really cool dude, and a professional photographer for Journey. Yes. The band. We talk about how the love of guitar and music led him down a crazy career path, and how that can be applied to a variety of different creative fields. Oh, and we talk about 1959 Bursts as well. Why wouldn't we? Check out Steve's Instagram HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got another hot one for you! Rick has been a listener of the show for years, and we've chatted on the internet for almost as long. So this was a real treat to get him on the podcast and talk about pick making, Yamaha guitars, starting a business during Covid, and a whole lot more! Check out his work HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you like scary music movies? How about discussions about human nature? An Ibanez Talman Tele???????? Song writing? Music? This one was a a TRIP. Yvette and just let this conversation flow from one place to the next. I really, really enjoyed this conversation and I'm so happy that we were able to do it despite the technical difficulties. Make sure and follow her on the socials and check out her music HERE. TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Branton from the band Polymath and the most excellent Guitar Nerds Podcast returns to the show to talk about this wild year and get very down a detailed with his particular tastes and interests in music. This, as always, was a great time. Make sure you check out the Guitar Nerds Podcast wherever you are listening to this! TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another long overdue episode this week! Today I'm talking to Scott DeBockler of SNK Pedals. We have been in touch for several years, and it was rad to finally make this happen! Scott is a good dude who makes rad stuff. We have a lot of crossover interests as well so that made for a great time. Enjoy it folks! Check out his pedals HERE TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This has been a long time coming! I'm so stoked to get my dude Awol (Aaron) on the show. This was a great chat about how he got started in music, his experience building pedals, Nashville food, and of course we top the whole thing off with a criticism of society and our education system. Check out his work HERE TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the NERDCAST! Tobias, Conrad and myself had a really good time nerding out about vintage guitars, our favorite local guitar stores, their retail location and more. This was an absolute blast, and I think you'll really enjoy it. Check them out HERE. TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STOKED! Lucero is one of my favorite bands of all time, so it was an honor to sit down with Brian Venable. We get a behind the scenes look at the origins of the band, his take on guitar playing, gear, and life in general. We also talk about sneaking people into shows, a weird experience with Alternative Press, beer getting poured on my head, wild Philly fans and a whole lot more. This was one of my favorite episodes, and I may have fan boyed a little more than normal. Hope you enjoy! Check out Lucero at their Website. Follow Brian on Instagram right HERE TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Black is a guitarist, tone nerd, and a real cool dude. He plays in a band called Good Old War, and has a string of excellent solo records. The most recent of which is called Black Ryno and it is out wherever you get your music. Check it out here! If you would like to do that, TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello! Welcome to a bonus episode of the show!!! Today is a little different than normal. This is a discussion around working as an independent artist in this weird digital age we are in. De'Von and I are going to be embarking on a journey together to push his musical project Boy Indigo forward, and we would like you to come with us for the ride. If you would like to do that, TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Check out Boy Indigo on Spotify or wherever you get your music Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is time for an update! I know a lot of folks have been wondering what is happening with The Pedal Movie, and the dudes thought it would be a good idea to come back on for an update. They fill in some gaps, tell some tales, and give a pretty good idea of what to expect in the film. Follow The Pedal Movie on Instagram Text me! (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was a very fun and very on topic episode for a change! James has been in the band Against Me! for a long time, and recently started Bowman Audio Endeavors. He is a great dude, and this was a really fun chat. It turns out...... we both have an affinity for a certain era of Les Paul. This was epic! Check his pedals out at Bowman Audio Endeavors and the band at their website. Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick and met in a Fred Meyer parking lot on a weird day in Portland, OR. We had a good chat about pedals and whatnot before we parted ways. A month or so later we recorded this podcast and we got into some interesting territory! Enjoy the chat! Check out his pedals at https://www.dirtyhaggard.com/ Check out the Tone Mob YouTube Channel HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was an awesome conversation! Rob is the man behind Chapman Guitars, an extremely popular YouTube channel, Snake Oil Pedals, and a whole bunch of music! This was a really, really fun episode and a long time coming! Enjoy this one folks. This was a blast! Check out Rob's YouTube Channel HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex has returned! He came on the podcast way back in 2016, which is like, an entire lifetime ago! Coppersound Pedals had the opportunity to develope a pedal with none other than Jack White himself. (White Stripes, Raconteurs, Third Man Records..... Yeah, that Jack White.) So we go over what has changed since the last time he came on, and then he went into the weeds about the process behind the TripleGraph. This is a great listen. Enjoy! Check out Coppersoundpedals.com for all their stuff. Check out Pedalraffle.com for info on the large rig giveaway. Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Such a fun episode!! Aisha and I really hit it off. A lot of nerdery about gear, music and a whole bunch of other nonsense. I really enjoyed this chat and I am betting that you will too. Loe Sounds Instagram Check out Pedalraffle.com for info on the large rig giveaway. Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one was so much fun! A while back, I was in Nashville, TN, and Grant & Karen from Big Ear Pedals organized a small get together for us to record a podcast. On this one I'm chatting up a storm with Jesse from Rude Tech, Awol from Awol Pedals, the Big Ear crew, Matt from 1981 Inventions, and Trey from Retroactive Pedals. It was a really fun episode. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Check out Pedalraffle.com for info on the large rig giveaway. Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Pierce Johnson is a dude who I've been meaning to have on the show for a very long time. Some things just happen for a reason it seems, and now is the perfect time! Sean is a content creator, musician, and great dude. He also has been closely following California Assembly Bill AB5, and the PRO Act which is currently sitting in Congress. These proposals have a potentially huge impact on professional musicians, and independent contractors of all types. We discuss all that, as well as Sean's backstory and the the usual podcast gear nerdery. Sean's YouTube channel is HERE. Sean's Coffee and Riffs appearance is right HERE. More details on The PRO Act right HERE Support the show and get even more episodes on Patreon! Or, by purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a hot one for you! Dan is the DSP dude over at Old Blood (amongst other things). He is a really good due, and he has an interesting story to tell. And this time I pulled off a successful interview with a member of the Old Blood crew without my house going up in smoke.. (Listen to Seth and Brady's appearance on the podcast if you are curious about that....) Check out the pedals at Oldbloodnoise.com Support the show and get even more podcast content over at Patreon.com/tonemob You can also help out by purchasing gear over at Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a fun one this was! My guy Dewey and I have a rather funny story of how we met for the first time...... Back stage at a Thrice show. You know. Totally normal, every day type stuff. Dewey is a great guy, musician, and podcaster with a really interesting story. He has done some tremendous interviews with some tremendous people. Make sure you check out his show at http://peerpleasurepodcast.com/ Support the podcast and get extra episodes every week at Patreon.com/tonemob Or by purchasing your gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dude Ariel is back!!! Mr. Posen is always a delight and on this episode the man is bringing some truth bombs to the table. We talked a lot about the grind, and the work that goes into attempting to carve out a career in the music industry, and how that may look differently than what people think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JOEL HAS RETURNED! He has some updates for us and he talks about some very interesting company policies, tries to talk me into getting a dog, and a whole lot more stuff. We also talk about his last name and how to pronounce it. Which is very important, obviously. Support the show at Patreon.com/Tonemob Or by purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another one for you all! Mike is a great dude making great pedals. We talk about his story and how he integrates his heritage into his designs. We also talk about Indian tacos and how not enough people know about them! Check out his work at https://nativeaudio.us/ Support the show at Patreon.com/Tonemob Or buy purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have been wanting to do this for a long time! Mark Johnston is a fellow internet guitar gear dude, musician, guitar junkie, podcaster and all around excellent dude. I'm sure you are going to dig this chat as we dive into hist story and the weird world of Instagram guitar stuff. Enjoy! Support the show by purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/reverb and Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was an absolute blast of an episode. Mario is such a cool dude, and he's making some incredible stuff out of Bozeman, Montana. We dug into his Lakota/Nakoda roots and how he integrates his history in his builds. Also, the Patron exclusive episode that accompanies this episode is EPIC. Mario's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miner_glitch_electronics/ Support the show by buying gear at Tonemob.com/reverb and Tonemob.com/sweetwater or getting bonus content at Patreon.com/tonemob Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is a real treat for your ears!!! JD Simo is an incredible guitarist doing some really amazing stuff in Nashville, TN. You definitely are going to enjoy this episode. JD has some great insight into life, the music business and we share an affinity for a particular brand of old amplifiers. This was really fun. Enjoy it folks. https://simo.fm/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A BONUS EPISODE! That is right folks. An extra episode to cap off your week with Mr. Tyler Larson. On this one we discuss where guitar players rank in the hierarchy of musicians, his favorite guitars, and a whole lot more stuff. Check it out! Link to his online music school: https://www.marylandhallmusicschool.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another hot one! On this episode I'm talking to Ian about the Aquabats writing process, what its like being in a truly multimedia band, his history, playing left-handed and how kids should start if they are left-handed, and a whole lot more! https://www.theaquabats.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sorry for the delay on this episode folks, we had some audio issues to sort through on it. Some of that is still in there, but I think you'll agree that this episode is worth the wait. Celisse is a true rockstar and an amazing talent. I think you'll enjoy her story and a I urge you to go check out her music. I had a blast on this one. Check out her website HERE Support the show buy buying gear at Tonemob.com/reverb and Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By very special request, here is an episode with Jay Jillard! Jay makes insanely cool guitars and started right into the biz out of high school. He offers some great insight into the guitar business and offers some tips as to what has made him successful. (Hint, making quality instruments is only part of it.) Check out his work right HERE Support the show by purchasing your gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater and Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Podcasts collide yet again! Jason is the head dude behind one of the best guitar publications out there, The Fretboard Journal. He's done a great job at staying fully independent and producing media in the guitar space for a long time! Enjoy this episode and check out his work at his website, https://www.fretboardjournal.com/ Also, here is the link for the Fuzzrocious Typhon collaboration that I mentioned in the intro. https://tone-mob.myshopify.com/products/fuzzrocious-typhon-v2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Leonard J returns for another chat about spicy food, cheeseball, and a smattering of guitar things. We also discuss whether butter is a sauce, and if you have no sauce you're lost. But don't get lost in the sauce. We go all over the place. Hope you enjoy! Jay's YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BOY OH BOY do we go off in the weeds on this episode!! Like way off, but of course we do because that is what always happens when my guy Philippe comes on the program. This was a lot of fun. Hope you enjoy! Philippe's website: https://carolineguitar.com/ Support the show by buying your gear through these links: Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is kind of a trip to listen to now. I recorded this with Dave in late February of 2020. In person. At the venue. Hearing it now makes me excited for the future! I can't wait until shows can safely proceed again. They will, and I very much look forward to it! In the meantime hear is my chat with Dave! Enjoy! http://www.davehause.com/ https://www.pedalraffle.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a hot one coming atcha! De'von is back on the show to wax ethereal about a gamut of subjects. Not much gear talk on this one, but we do explore things related to art and it's importance in our current times. If you'd like more info about De'von himself, you can go back and listen to the first time he came on the show. You can check out the deatils on our charity raffle HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey hey!!! It is new episode day. Today I'm talking with Emily and Andrew from the Get Offset Podcast! This was part of a marathon podcast session I had with them, and if you enjoy this episode, please slide over and check out their podcast wherever you are listening to this. (There is even one with yours truly). Also, if you want to possibly win a MTG Tube Tremolo Pedal from Fender, please listen closely to the intro of this podcast. You can donate to the two organizations at the following links: https://www.legalrightscenter.org/ https://www.welovelakestreet.com/ Make sure you send your receipts to pedalgiveaway@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming atcha with another hot one! Well, actually it is cold. Because apparently it gets cold in Australia and I had no idea. We go over generalizations about US and Australian culture, his very advanced effects, his background and a whole lot more. Check out his work at https://www.polyeffects.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From auditioning for high school, to joining the band. We go over a ton of stuff in this episode, and I think you are really going to like it! Enjoy the episode folks! Check the band out! https://www.surferblood.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey hey folks! This was an epic episode. Zambricki has quite the crazy backstory. I found it to be very interesting that his career came about as a result of a car accident.... That was definitely a new one for me! Check it out and then check out his band at https://magicgiant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one turned out really really good! I've wanted to get Barry on for a while now. I didn't know about his background as an acoustican! We get into that and some tips for building your own Shred Shed, how that knowledge impacts how he builds guitars and a whole bunch more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another one! Scott and I have crossed paths many times on the internet and at trade shows. He works in a rather unique spot in the gear industry, and I thought it would be cool to get him to come on and talk about it. Enjoy the show folks! https://www.scottgailor.com/bio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BOOT IS FINALLY ON! This has been a long time coming so I am super glad it was able to happen. Boot makes awesome guitars, and is an awesome dude. You don't want to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another one for you!! Ken is from an epic band called Hero Jr. They have excellent tone, excellent riffs, and are rad dudes. Check them out after you get through this episode. Seriously. Link is below. https://www.herojrmusic.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AHHHHHHH!!!!!! It happened again! This time I caught up with Eddie from Thrice and we took a journey through his gear over the years. We also talked about his affinity for Gibson Grabber basses, the clones that he built himself, and a whole lot more. You don't want to miss this! http://thrice.net/ https://www.instagram.com/thewoodenlung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was such a fun episode! Kathy was an absolute treat to talk with. She has such a great story, and has done so many things. This was truly an epic episode. You do not want to miss this one! Here is the Spotify Link to her Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/album/0mNqTdzUsxaId8eYNdrk97 And link to where you can buy her book from a wonderful Portland based book store that could use you help during this crazy time. They had to lay off all their employees recently, but they are still shipping online. https://www.powells.com/book/-9781477312339 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Big Ear Pedals crew returns! It has been quite a long time since they have been on and we have so much to discuss! This was much needed update from Grant and Karen and it was a real treat. We talk about spiders, and cyclones, crazy electrical flashes and more! Check out their stuff at https://www.bigearpedals.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was an absolute treat of episode. Fluff is such a good dude, and he has a fantastic YouTube channel. If you have not checked it out I highly suggest you do so. Enjoy the episode folks! Ryan's Channel is right here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was a prime episode. Seriously. Mark rules. He is an amazing player and such a great dude talk to. I think everyone is really going to enjoy this episode. Check it out! Mark's website : https://www.marklettieri.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we talk about BASS, useless guitars, opening for Black Flag, and a whole bunch of other stuff. This was an excellent, excellent episode! I think you all will dig this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What? An extra episode? Yup! Paul Rhoney and Danny Perez came by the Shred Shed several months ago. We nerded out, and then we received an update from Paul on his life and the current state of Rhoney Guitars. Warning, minimal guitar talk on this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by Ian Pritchard. Best known as the man behind the YouTube channel collectore//emitter. We talk a lot about pedals, mojo, emo music and a whole lot more. After you are done with this episode go check out his channel right HERE. Win a $50 Gift Card to Sweetwater by submitting question for the Ask Sweetwater segment at Tonemob.com/asksweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conspiracy theories, Coronavirus, and some guitar stuff too! This episode is all over the place, but it is all good! Michael is great to talk to and he makes really cool pedals. Make sure and check them out at https://tonetugafx.com/ Win a $50 Gift Card to Sweetwater by submitting question for the Ask Sweetwater segment at Tonemob.com/asksweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finally! I've been wanting to make this episode happen for quite a while. Super happy to finally have it happen. Sacha makes tremendous instruments and plays in a killer band. I hope you enjoy the show and make sure you check it all out at.... https://www.dunableguitars.com/ https://www.metalblade.com/intronaut/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIME TO GET EDUCATED. Jason is a local luthier who specializes in multiscale instruments. We take a deep nerdy dive on this one and I definitely learned a ton. I might even have to jump back in and relearn some of the things I forgot! It is seriously very good. Check out his stuff at http://www.jayemarguitars.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is a fresh one for you! Kyle came to play in TDWP in a bit of a unique way and is a really cool dude. I met him briefly at the Fuzzrocious booth at NAMM after Ryan introduced us. We hit it off right away and I think you'll really enjoy it. https://www.tdwpband.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS IS A MASSIVE ONE! For me at least. Teppei is one of my favorite guitar players from my favorite band, Thrice. Jeston Porter and I were able to sit down in the basement of the Roseland Theater in Portland and nerd out a few weeks ago. It was a wonderful experience and Teppei was fantastic to talk to. We explored a lot of areas, but one thing of particular importance was the theft of their gear from their storage unit. We want to try to get Teppei's Les Paul back to him, and give you the chance to win a rad fuzz pedal! We are giving away a Fender The Trapper Fuzz and some signed Thrice gear. All you have to do is navigate over to Instagram, and share THIS POST with the hashtag #FindTeppeisLesPaul. On Februray 17, 2020 I will scroll through the posts using that hashtag and randomly select a winner for the pedal. It is a long shot, but lets give it a go folks! The serial number for the guitar is 82485530. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have been wanting to do this episode for quite a while! Tom Cram was the man behind some of the best releases that Digitech/DOD ever made, and is now doing his own thing at Spiral FX. We get into a bunch of stuff, including his departure and the genisis of Spiral, our thoughts on pedals, SGs and a whole bunch more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A movie? About guitar pedals? Oh yes. It is coming, Dan and Michael are working on a epic documentary for Reverb.com about guitar pedals and the culture that surrounds them. They tell us all about it, This is going to be really fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another fun one coming atcha! This episode came about in a very odd way, but I'm very glad it did! Matt is an excellent bassist who has played in some of my favorite bands. He is also a super cool dude, who has had some wild, wild experiences. Here is the link for the Aussie Bushfire Giveaway: https://www.gofundme.com/f/aussie-bushfire-gear-giveaway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a hot one! Joey plays guitar for one of my favorite bands, The Used. He is a legit gear nerd, a fantastic guitar player and he has a really rad story. Also, a super rad dude! This is one of the raddest episodes ever. What a way to kick off 2020! Make sure and check out his band at https://theused.net/ and all the socials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brain Porter and Marco Gonzalez dropped by the Shed for some nerdery and jamming a while back. It was good times and great conversation. Brian is the head dude over at Porter Pickups & Porter Guitars. They are making amazing stuff over there in Idaho. Marco is one of his head guys so it was nice to have him here as we talked about... well.... you'll see. Check their stuff out at https://www.porterpickups.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devon Whitaker is creating some of the craziest pedal demos on the internet. It was a real treat to have him on the show to tell his story. He has a vast amount of musical experience, and is just a swell guy. You are going to dig this episode. Check out his Youtube channel HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. Donato was kind enough to sit down with me and chew the fat. He talks a lot about his philosophy on guitar playing, telecasters, learning, and a whole lot more. He also gave me a fresh response to the final question of the podcast. It was a new one to me! Check his stuff out at his website https://www.danieldonato.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a wild episode! On it we talk about what makes his guitars unique, being murdered by Jason Momoa, Benson Amps, mini humbuckers and a whole lot more! Make sure you check out Matt's work on Instagram, and https://www.muleresophonic.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode has been a long time coming! Scott and I first met at NAMM 2 years ago, and I've been trying to talk him into doing the podcast ever since. I'm glad it worked out that way though. The man has been through some tremendous chapters in his life and it is rad to get to sit down and discuss them now. Enjoy! Check out the book at https://www.pushturnmove.com/products/pedal-crush-stompbox-effects-for-creative-music-making and the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCarxZ8bKjfFzUOgN5LjYOhQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 155- Here is a real treat for you! On this episode Bobb and I talk about meeting Paul McCartney, opening for Metallica, weird old pedals, Ibanez guitars, festivals and more! Check out his band Best Coast at Bestcoast.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alec and I talk about bears that fall out of trees, guitar pedals, how he got started building effects, and Detroit pizza. It is a great episode, hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guitarist from one of my favorite bands????!!!! Yup! This is happening. Scott is a amazing guitarist. Seriously. The man has riffs for days. On top of that he is a legit gear nerd, a top notch producer, and an awesome dude. Oh,and this one is 2 HOURS so feast your ears! Check out Scott's Links Here: https://www.scottmiddletonproducer.com/ https://www.cancerbats.com/ https://www.instagram.com/scoebcity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zak Ferentz is a musician from New Jersey. He had a challenging upbringing to say the least, and guitar music helped pull him out of that. We talk about that as well as the usual pedals/amps/guitar stuff. It was a great chat and Zak is a great guy making rad tunes. Make sure you check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Chase came by the Shred Shed to hang out, play a little guitar, and nerd out on stuff. So we decided to record a podcast! It was really a fun chat and he makes really cool stuff. Check it out at his website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had a great time on this episode! On this one I'm talking with Tommy Marz about his musical projects, talking with rockstars, pedals, and the difficulty of switching names for your musical projects. Make sure you check out his podcast, Sound Vapors, for more conversations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a very hydrated episode for you! Robert is a well known guitarist on YouTube who's videos have generated millions of views. He is a monster of a player, a great guy, and his videos are awesome. If that sounds like your kind of thing, slide over to his YouTube channel for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So stoked about this episode! This was a really crazy evening complete with power outages, pizza, amazing guitar playing and a whole bunch of nerdery. I think you are really going to enjoy it Yvette is one of my very favorite players at the moment, so make sure you do some googling after the episode is over. Covet's Bandcamp is right HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 147- This is the most actual guitar playing that has ever appeared on this podcast...... I'm so excited about this episode! I sat down with music therapist Chris Millet to discuss what music therapy is and how it can help people. Chris even treated me to a short relaxation script towards the end. I suggest finding a comfy spot and taking 5 minutes or so to try it for yourself, I really enjoyed it! For more info on music therapy, check out https://www.musictherapy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another fun one for you! On this episode Steve and I talk about why Canadians are really so polite, how he got started, his thoughts on electronics layouts, and.........ranch dressing. Oh yeah. He went there. Make sure you check out his work at his website. The Effects Loop Raffle- Here is the link https://go.rallyup.com/autismrocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 145- Today, I talk with musician and YouTube creator Dovydas! The man is a real treat of a person and has a unique style that I really dig. He is a delight to chat with and I think you will enjoy his story. Make sure you check out his YouTube channel! Oh, yeah, and don't forget to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I'm hanging out with a man known to all gearheads of the world! We talk about his amps, his pedals, and an unreal baritone Martin. Mitch also dispenses some great advice and has some really cool insight as a player and as a professional in the industry. This was a ton of fun! Make sure you check out Mitch's music at his website MitchGallagher.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 143-What? A world record? Yes Sweetwater, Rob Scallon and a host of other folks got together and assembled the world's largest guitar effect pedalboard as recognized by the folks at Guinness! Josh Scott of JHS Pedals, Ryan Dyck from Temple Audio, Brian Wampler of Wampler Pedals and Robert Keeley of Keeley Electronics sat down with me to discuss what went into this and what process looked like. Check it out and then check out all the other content out there on it. It is insane! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 142- Today, I sat down with Nick to discuss his love of the DL4, his musical beginnings, Hella, Dilinger Escape Plan and a whole lot more. It was a great chat and you should definitely check out his band, Tera Melos, and the Pedals and Effects YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 141- Super stoked about this one! One of the most requested guests yet! Sarah is a phenomenal guitarist with an extremely unique, and effects heavy approach to the instrument. Which you know is all kinds of my business. This is a great episode and we talk about Iggy Pop, Brian Eno, Josh Homme and more! Make sure and check out Sarah's website right HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 140- Today I am talking to Justin about a whole list of things! From working at Ernie Ball, to running his own one man operation. Justin has had a ton of experience and really fun to talk to. Make sure you check out his work at Abernethyguitars.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 139- We have got a hot one coming your way! Adam and I sat down and talked about how to make a guitar amp float, Walter Becker, Nite Bob, BATTERY POWERED AMPS, and more! You are going to love this one, because its Adam and he is awesome! Make sure you check out all his stuff at Satelliteamps.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 138- On this episode, Zach and I discuss his beginnings as a pedal builder, playing through Dumbles, vintage guitars, Carter's Vintage Guitars, and a whole lot more! Check his stuff out at Mythospedals.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 137- I went to Nashville. You know this already. Ryan from 60 Cycle Hum was there too, and we kind of talk about it. A little bit. Mostly though, we ramble on incessantly about things we probably are not qualified to talk about. We do talk about guitars though, including one that was built JUST FOR HIM! Whatttt??? Make sure you check out Ryan and Steve's podcast right HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with David to talk about chips in people's brains, tremolo, fuzz pedals and a whole lot more. We also talk about what life is like in the mountains of Belgium, how soldering can be therapeutic, how the Scandinavians have chips in their head and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 135- We have a fun one for you today! On this episode, Rocky and I have what is quite possibly the most on topic conversation of the podcast. Ever. Like ever. EVER. We talked about gear almost the whole time. Would you believe it???? Make sure you check out Mercy Union on all the socials and their music right right here: https://mercy-union.bandcamp.com/releases Please make sure you check out Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was AWESOME. Brian and I talk about all sorts of things. From the state of the music industry, to the need for a label, to the exact rig that he used on The 59 Sound. It was a lot of fun, and if you like. Sure and follow Brian on all the socials to stay in the loop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the podcast, I sat down with Shelby to discuss, well…… Jazzmasters. And Chicago style pizza. And Gibson’s latest set of whoas…… It was a great chat and I definitely enjoyed it. Make sure you check out Shelby on Instagram, and check out all the good stuff that Chicago Music Exchange has to offer. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week’s fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop,, and Sinasoid! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Please Read! I'm honestly having a bit of a difficult time knowing what to write for this episode's show notes. Jon is a wonderful, optimistic person who has had a mountain of challenges thrown at him in his life. Every time we have spoken, he has been a beacon of positivity despite whatever he was dealing with at the time. This episode was supposed to release at a different time, under different circumstances, but things have made a change. Jon is currently in hospice care due to his illness, and as you can imagine, this has placed a serious financial burden on his young family. Please consider donating to his GoFundMe if you at all can, and if you cannot, I totally understand, but please spread the word. The link is right here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-in-the-storm-caring-for-jon-amp-lisa At the end of the day, we are all we have in this world. Take care of each other. -Blake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 131: I had a fantastic chat with Andy about guitar inlay work, the problems that come with perfectionism, luxury goods, and a whole lot more. Check out his work at http://www.whalehazard.com/ If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week’s fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, , and Stringjoy! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Toggle the Widgetbar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 131: – Aliens, Fulltone OCDs, Klon KTRs, music, addiction and more. I really went all over the map with Emily and I think this conversation turned out absolutely phenomenal. Please make sure you check out her music on all the platforms and at her website. But only if you like fuzzy guitars. If you or a loved one need to talk with either of the organizations she mentioned, here are the links. Get help if you need it folks. There is absolutely no shame in it, and there is a way out. Musiccares and SIMS are the two she mentioned on the show. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week’s fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoi, and Stringjoy! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get off in the weeds in this one! There was water sprayed, people ridiculed, advice given and who the heck knows what else. Make sure you check out Clint and Taylor's guitar pedals at Deepspacedevices.com If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week’s fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid, and Stringjoy! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 129- This was a really fun podcast episode with Drew. We talked about his pedals, and how the company basically vanished for a year and then returned like a phoenix from the ashes. Probably not the best analogy, but whatever. It is a great chat and he is making some wickedly cool stuff. Check it out at Swindlereffects.com. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week’s fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid, and Stringjoy! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is not every day you get the opportunity to sit down with a rock'n'roll legend! On this episode I sit down with Mike to talk about what life was like for him. We talked about his boost pedal, their involvement with Sunn Amps, being interrogated by the FBI and a whole lot more!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now time for something a little different! Many people have cited this early episode as one of their favorite TM episodes. I went back and listened to it recently, and while I'm a little wooden as a host, Rob is extremely candid and shared a ton with me. He is a treasure. We have so many new listeners, that I thought it might be a good idea to throw this back into the feed. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 125- I'm so excited about this episode of the podcast!!! AnalogMike hopped on to answer everyone's burning question. Why doesn't he make more of the King of Tone?? We also talk about him falling asleep on the autoracing track, the beginnings of the company and much more! Check out his stuff at Analogman.com. Listen on iTunes Listen on Stitcher Listen on Podcoin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Philippe and I discuss cocaine, playing records backwards, amp modeling, rock'n'roll and a whole lot more. Scope his stuff out at Carolineguitar.com. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I sat down with Alex to talk about birds, guitar pedals, Green Day, the future of guitar effects. It was a really great chat and I think you'll really enjoy it. Check out his pedals right HERE. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week's fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid, and Creation Music Company Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has certainly been a while! I had a great time sitting down with Colt to discuss our mutual love of 90's country, projector amps, his history with Walrus, and what life is all about. Check out their stuff at Walrusaudio.com. If you just need more Tone Mob in your life, there are many, many more hours of listening over on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week's fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid, and Creation Music Company Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fanboyism is strong on this episode! This time I sat down with Kurt and discussed his tonal evolution, his approach to recording/producing, his use of the Line6 Helix, and a man who eats nothing but pizza for a month straight. This is excellent. You are not going to want to miss this. Check out Converge stuff right HERE and Kurt's own stuff HERE. If you liked this episode, Kurt spent some extra time and hung out with me on Patreon!! Check it out if you need a little more of this. Make sure you check out this week's fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid, Stringjoy and Walrus Audio. Here is the Author and Punisher record we discussed Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 120- I had a really epic chat with Adrian on this episode! We discuss how bomb disposal relates to pedal design, how he loves hard rock, contrasts between the US and the UK and a whole lot more. Fun stuff for sure! If you liked this episode, there is a ton waiting for you on Patreon!! Make sure you check out this week's fine sponsors, Gunstreet Wiring Shop, Sinasoid and Stringjoy! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now time for something a little different! Many people have cited this early episode as one of their favorite TM episodes. We talk robots, the meaning of it all, breaking musical standards and a whole bunch of stuff. Make sure you check out their pedals at their website. If you liked this episode, there is a ton waiting for you on Patreon!! Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an epic episode!!! Frank and I talk about white Les Pauls, Epiphone guitars, writing The Black Parade, Tom Waits, guitar pedals, and music in general. So So So much fun. Check out what he is up to at his Website. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I sat down with Paul to talk about how he got into heavy music, building pedals, our differences in guitar collecting, and just general positivity. It is a rteally fun episode and I think you'll really enjoy it. Check his work out at PLX-FX.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 116- This one finally happened! one of my favorite dudes in the pedal game stopped by to tell us alllll kinds of stuff. From Ghost Peppers, and the Supermoon, to flangers, and we even cover some of the darker times. I had a good chat with Jack, and I think you are really going to enjoy this. Check out his work at Mrblackpedals.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 115- This episode has been a long time coming! Longer than I even realized at first.I explain that story at the end. Regardless, I had a great chat with Tim and he gave me an excellent crash course on getting started on steel guitar, what makes a great steel guitar amp vs a great guitar amp, his love of street food and more! Check his stuff out at Milkmansound.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a new fun thing I decided to do on a whim, and I tell you all about it. Free pedals and stuff!! Oh yeah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh man. We go on a full gear journey with Mikey! You get to hear all about his favorite guitar, sad stories of gear theft, his story as a guitar player and much more. This is a great one. Check out his band at their website right HERE. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 113- We've got a hot one coming your way! Today I talk with Trey about drummers who build pedals, trash on the streets, the creative process and a whole lot more. I think you are gonna dig it. Check out Trey's work at RetroactivePedals.com. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 112- Here is a fun one for you! John Sanchez stopped by the Shred Shed to sit down and educate me/us on speakers, how they are assembled and what that means for tha toaaanz. It was a great chat, and we get into music, NAMM, and a whole lot more. Enjoy! Then check out WGSUSA.com and Allpedal.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 111- On this bonus episode Jay and I sit down to pretend like we are going to discuss NAMM, but we really just ended up talking about guitars, touring pedalboards, our thoughts on multi-effects, Jay's extremely aggressive right hand, and his blue telecaster. Really, it is just an excuse to have Jay on the show again. Make sure you check out Jay's YouTube channel for all kinds of awesome. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I sit down with Nashville based Alt-country troubadour Boo Ray and talk about resonator guitars, his path to sobriety, how there is only one Keith Richards, Greer Amps and the current state of country music. It is a great episode and Boo is a ton of fun. Check his stuff out at BooRayMusic.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Really fun episode for you today. I talked with Ariel about fuzz pedals, acoustic guitar, and why he plays with super heavy gauge strings. It was a great chat and I think you are really going to dig it! Make sure you keep up with him at ArielPosen.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have we got a treat for you today! Alex sat down with me and we talked about our mutual love of 80s Les Pauls, his multiamp/multiboard rig, using a guitar to get keyboard sounds, and our mutual distaste for wah pedals. Make sure you give it a listen and then slide over to check out his latest project, Dead Swords. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Sinasoid, and Gunstreet Wiring Shop make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 107- Hooooooooo boy! We really went for it on this episode! Jay and I recorded this episode over the course of a 4.5 hour conversation. We decided that we should probably record some of our yammerings, and here is the result! Well, part of it any ways. We discuss A LOT of stuff here. Pedals, amps, guitars, the state of the guitar industry and Anaheim, California and its rather unpleasant tasting water. It was a blast! Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and Keeley Electronics make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was an absolute blast. I talked with Sadler about touring with vintage guitars, what it is like playing with Jason Isbell, life as a musician, and of course, BBQ. Check him out at SadlerVaden.com and on tour next year with Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and Keeley Electronics make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I was able to catch Matt Mays and his band open for The Gaslight Anthem a few times. Each time they blew me out of the water with their performance. While in Boston a few months ago, I was able to get a sneak peek at some of the gear they used. It was an epic stash, and I knew I had to try and get him on the show. Sooooooo.... here he is! Make sure and check out his tunes wherever you check out music. Mattmays.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 104- We have some fun with this one!!! Terry and Angelo sat down to talk with me about alllll kinds of stuff. Including their history with Line6 and Strymon. Yes. You thought these were some new kids on the block, didn't you? Nope. We talk about that, their design process, and how they think about musical gear. Check out their stuff at Meris.us Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and The Fear The Riff Expo make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 103- This is it! The episode that smoked the house! Jamie Stillman blames Brady, but how do we really know for sure??? This time I sit and talk with Seth McCarrol and Brady Smith about Blockbuster video, guitar pedals, their days in film school, the process behind creating effects. Awesome stuff from awesome dudes. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and The Fear The Riff Expo make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 102- A DOUBLE WHAMMY!! This week Julie and I get down to business!!!! She is the business end of EQD and we talk about what her day looks like and some of the plans she has for the company. NAMM is discussed, and a whole bunch of other stuff as well. Great stuff. Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and The Fear The Riff Expo make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 101- Been wanting to do this episode for a lonnnng time. Very excited that we were finally able to make it happen. Today I talk to Jamie about the origins of Earthquaker Devices, The Black Keys, his day to day, how the Rainbow Machine came about and of course, pizza. Its really good stuff. Check his stuff out at Earthquakerdevices.com Don't forget to show our awesome sponsors some love. Gunstreet Wiring Shop and Sinasoid make this whole thing possible. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Listen on iTunes Listen on Soundcloud Listen on Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS IS IT!!! Episode 100. This is an insane thing. So many hours of rambling on the internet! Tom from CooperFX came on to discuss why he doesn't consider himself a musician, Count Chocula, how he thinks about creating effects, his dog Cooper and a lot of other stuff. Make sure and check out his work at Cooperfx.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 99- It has been YEARS since Scott last came on the podcast. A ton of stuff has changed for both of us and if you thought he knew a lot about strings before, well..... you'll just have to listen. Make sure you check out his site at Stringjoy.com. he has some killer stuff coming. Keep your eyes peeled on the Gunstreet Wiring Reverb Shop for some insane Black Friday action. Make sure and join the Sinasoid Secret Customer Group for early access and special surprises to their Black Friday deals. Last, but not least there is Tonemob.com/reverb for putting some wind in the sails on every purchase you make through Reverb. It costs you nothing extra and helps out tremendously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 98- Here we go! Today I sit down with Brian from Bookworm Effects to discuss his literary and musical influences, how he came to start building pedals, industry pals and a whole lot more! Check out his work at Bookwormeffects.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 97- Fun episode for you today! I sat down with Joe to discuss his beginnings as a luthier starting out in the middle of the financial crisis, the unique way his shop operates, how he hooked up with some of his artists, and of course, pizza. Check out his online guitar builder at Balaguerguitars.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 96- This is a bit of a unique one! I talked to Florian briefly at the first annual Fear The Riff Expo and we recorded in a windy parking lot. This time we are chilling in comfort , I've acquired my baritone, and we are talking all kinds of nonsense. Good, good stuff. Check out his work at Millimetric.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 95- On this episode, Chris and I sit in his wonderful, but sweaty shop. I'm always sweating when I'm recording with Chris. Anyhow, we talk about how things have changed for the both of us, the fact that he was not wearing socks, guitar amps, and I make uncomfortable OJ Simpson references. Make sure you check his stuff out at Bensonamps.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 94- The first three time guest! Ryan from Yellowcake Pedals returns to discuss a WIDE range of topics today. He educated me on control voltage, we talked about Anthony Bourdain, and a whole lot more. Have fun! Make sure and check out our wonderful sponsors Gunstreet Wiring Shop and Sinasoid. These people are the best in the business at what they do. They support the show and will certainly treat you right! Listen on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 93- Today I sit down with Chad Jennings to discuss how we thought we were being bombed, Dustin Kensrue, Little Caesar's, learning to build guitars on your own, and a whole lot more. Make sure and check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACOUSTIC GUITARS?????!!!! What is this podcast coming to??? In all seriousness, Richard was an absolute delight to chat with and he really provided me with a great education on how an acoustic functions, and what we are actually hearing. You'll dig it. Check out Richard's work at www.santacruzguitar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 91- Buckle up! We go off the deep end with this episode, in al the best ways. We talk about using guitars in weird tunings, playing through bass cabs, approaching songwriting through poetry, and so much more! You'll definitely want to check this out. These dudes are fantastic to talk to! Check their website (coming soon) Electrofoods.space Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 90- In this episode I sat down with Pete and Ethan to talk about a whole list of things. From Pete's start in this business and the turn of events that saw Strymon using Analog Devices products, Damage Control, what their days look like and how Strymon approaches dirt pedals. Pretty fascinating stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 89-This was another fun one! Today I talk to Cindy about her rather unorthodox hiring at Carmine Street Guitars, her leather work, making guitars out of oollllllllld New York wood, and the movie they were in! All great stuff. Her website is CindyGuitars.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Ryan and I sit down to talk about basically everything. We discuss non buttered toast, pedals he can't talk about, he tries to goad me into political discussion and basically everything except guitar gear. It happens sometimes. Make sure and check out his podcast if you have not already! 60cyclehumcast.com You can scope out all the Model 001 info and watch the demos right here! Tonemob.com/store Check out this week's fantastic sponsors Sinasoid and Gunstreet Wiring Shop! They got that stuff you need! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fun one! I talked with Matt about his musical roots and how Relient K started. We also discussed the rather sudden way they got signed to Capitol Records, the development of the DRV, his theory on selling guitars and more! Good stuff here. Make sure and check out his stuff at 1981inventions.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Very, very, very excited about this episode!!! On this one, my wife and I got to sit down with some folks that we are big, big fans of and just shoot the breeze about music. As mentioned on the episode, I've been a big fan of Brian's work for year now, so this was a real treat for me. I hope you like it, and I hope to get to do it again some day! Make sure and check out this week's sponsors the magnificent and amazing people at Sinasoid and Gunstreet Wiring Shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've been waiting a long time for this!! Finally got to sit down and chat with David Rainger about a whole giant list of things. He is a very cool dude, with a voice that I could listen to for hours. I don't know what it is, but it is awesome. Check out his work at Raingerfx.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean made the trek up from Bend, OR to sit down in the Shred Shed. We discuss a whole range of things from how he thinks about his products, his views on the guitar community, Les Pauls, and a whole lot more. It is a good one. You can check out his work at GunstreetWiringShop.com. They also sponsored the episode, so show them some love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I sit down with Alex from Glass Lungs to discuss their recording process, and how they are a "gear based band'. We also discuss Chinese food and how we don't have the good stuff on the west coast. Good good times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I went on location to Scale Model Guitars in Nashville to sit down with Dave to discuss a recent project. He is restoring a guitar that was built by Billy Strings' Grandfather when he was in prison in the 1960s. So, so cool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Its been a longggg time. One of my favorite people Mr. Ryan Ratajski from Fuzzrocious returns and we talk poliics, trolls, guitar pedals, mussels. And a new project. Yup!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a real treat. Joe and I talk about the hazards of a gear nerd working in guitar retail, the history of the podcast, math rock, vibrato, phaser and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exciting stuff here! My good friend Mr. Jeston Porter stopped by the Shred Shed to have a chat and to help announce the new Tone Mob Patreon Episodes! Thats right, MOAR CONTENT. Just go to patron.com/tonemob for more info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Been looking forward to this one for a long time! Kevin Equitz is an epic luthier, stellar human being and a legit national treasure of a human being. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel returns!!!! On this treat of an episode Joel and discuss pushing boundaries, Thermae, strollerblading, Brothers, and much much more. This is a serious treat. You do not want to miss this episode. Trust me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode Sean and I deep dive into why he uses wooden enclosures, his plans for the future, why he uses old school wiring techniques, and of course food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy and I talk about things while he rides a ferry. Including his lack of sleep, coffee roasters, guitar gear, and a bunch of other nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode Tom and I talk about breaking down in the desert, his gear journey, stabilizing 4x12s for jumping off of, Mesa Boogie amps, and a few road stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick has came back to discuss his relationship with Mike Matthews, bring back the shrimp, talk about food, and a myriad of other things. Good things. Wonderful things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is quite a special episode. Andy stopped by the Shred Shed to hang out and talk gear. So we decided to throw a mic up and see what we came up with. What did we ramble about? Only one way to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At long last!!!! After about two years of scheduling errors, Nick Greer of Greer Amps is finally on the show! We talk about college, guitar pedals, his company history, and Pho. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A few weeks ago Mr. Ed Chew and I sat down to talk about, pizza, gear, guitar pedals, the weather, and all kinds of other things. And then the internet ate the files. Fortunately, we were able to retrieve said files and get them posted for your listening pleasure. So enjoy this episode with Mr. Ed Chew of Wrought Iron Effects! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Drew and I talk about punk rock, people who can't hang up shower curtains, partscasters, music, NOFX, and so so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this wonderful episode, Tavo and I discuss everything under the sun. Including his wife's pizza, guitar pedals, vintage guitars, tube amps, Brian Setzer, hollowbody guitars, and I don't even remember what else. Enjoy!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's 2018 and we are kicking things off with a bang!Jay Leonard J returns to discuss food, kids, pedals, gear, and how delicious club owned SM58s smell! Check it out and revel in the nonsense! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by the wonderful, wonderful folks at Sinasoid! If you have not checked out these dudes for your cable needs yet then...... well.... I shudder to think what other life choices you've made. Like pineapple on pizza. We are also brought to you by Adventure Audio! And if you want to know what sort of stuff Christain and I are up to, you should stay glued to our email listssss. As promised, here is another NYC condensed episode. I talk with Tony Schreiber from Pedal Genie and Florian Schneider of Millimetric Instruments. It's good stuff, and of course I grill them about their favorite pies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this condensed episode I record in the Big Apple! I got to stop by the legendary NYC guitar store Carmine Street guitars for a chat with owner/luthier Rick Kelly about his process, and his reasoning behind using repurposed 200 year old pine in his guitars. I also head over to the Fear The Riff Expo to chat with Seth of Night Owl Industries about his unique approach to the guitar amp game, metal working and a Jeep Compass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow. This episode goes all over the place. Well. It is mostly about food, but is that really anything new? We do talk about guitar gear at some point. I think. Also, casserole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James came by mostly just to discuss our differing accents. We also happened to talk about guitar pedals, amps, rock'n'roll. Oh, and how he uses acid to create his pedals. This one is as hot as being seven inches from the midday sun. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cole Duke from the mysterious podcast known as The Gear Slum stopped by today. We spent the episode discussing our different relationships with gear, the weird world of podcasting, random stuff, burritos and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Joshua and I talk about bad guitars and good pickups, his start at Lollar, I try not to cry, and more! This is seriously touching and I hope you all get something out of it. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is sponsored by Keeley Electronics and Sinasoid Cables. Make sure and check them out! Today I sit down with Evan Delany to talk about his roll at Fryette, the new Sound City Amps, guitars, pedals, the weather, and a whole bunch of nonsense. Oh, and characters. He does characters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a first! This is the third time that John Snyder has been on the podcast, but its the second person named John Snyder to appear on the podcast. Whoooooaaaaaa. Listen in to hear about Sunn type tones, why not to have your child start with violin, rock'n'roll, and guitar screeching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features a nice long road trip with my bandmate, fellow tone nerd, and one of my best frriends, Jeston Porter. We talk gear, our musical beginnings, and yup, there is plenty of wonderful roadnoise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Brian and I talk about germanium transistors, rain, rebelling against Dad, fuzz, and a whole host of other wonderful topics. Tune in and put a smile on your face! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I sit down with Matt and talk about a whole bunch of stuff! Including, but not limited to his podcast, guitar pedals, guitar pedals, UK cinema, guitar pedals, his day job at BOSS, and crazy internet rumors. You DO NOT want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponosored by SolidGoldFX and Sinasoid. Hit them up and treat your ears. Today, I sit down with Matt from Mule Resonator Guitars. He educates me on wood vs steel, touches on his metalhead roots, and we learn why a guitar made of metal sounds the way it does. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. Keeley stopped by for a rare in person episode! We talk about the water in Portland and Oklahoma causing gear companies to be born, guitars, top secret stuff, and just generally giggle like little girls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Sinasoid and SolidGoldFx! Make sure and check them out, and let them know I sent ya! Coe Schneider came on to discuss his One Day Travelling Guitar Show! We talk about his plans to get more boutique gear in the hands of more players so they can "try before they buy". Of course we don't stick to just that. There is all kinds of nonsense to be experienced! Stick those earbuds in and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to by Sinasoid. Hit them up for any of your custom cable needs. They will fix you up nice! It is also brought to you by the Alexander Pedals Ski Fi reverb and delay. If you want a killer pristine delay with infinite sustain abilities, this is for you. Check this thing out! Better late than never! Jay Leonard J returns for a chat about NAMM, mini pedals, pizza, foilbucker pickups, Disneyland and more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have two sponsors this week! This episode is brought to you by Disaster Area Designs! If you want to have more control over your board than ever before, definitely check their stuff out! It is also brought to you by the wonderful folks at Sinasoid. Good people, excellent cables, and 100 year warranty. What more could you ask for? As Michael suggested way back on episode we have turned the tables this time! For whatever reason he wanted to interview me, and so that is exactly what we did. Be forewarned, this is a 90 minute episode with minimal guitar gear talk! We do however discuss toys from Home Alone, stuffed animals, talking, and we have a controversial segment on the Beatles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Greer Amps! Make sure and check them out! I just snagged a Lightspeed and it is awesome! Today I talk with a man who runs my favorite guitar store! Old Town Music is a staple here in Portland, and its high time that we talk with the guy that helps make it such an awesome place. We talk the "Portland sound", guitar gear, voodoo, and the one that got away. If you are ever in town, make sure and visit Hank at Old Town! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Snyder returns! We talk about the insane thing that is 2016, the new amps, pedalboards, and of course pizza. Because pizza rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with Jacob to discuss important matters such as Totinos Pizza Rolls, his awkward first day working at Keeley, and all the behind the scenes action that goes into putting some of your favorite guitar pedals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. Wampler returns to the Tone Mob Podcast for the second time! on this episode, we discuss the fact that I'm on Chasing Tone with him almost every week, virtual reality, guitar pedals and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Jackson returns to the podcast to talk about all the changes in his company (formerly Stone Picks), my number one guitar pick, putting a tuxedo on your pedalboard, and a question that slipped my mind the last time he was on the show. Make sure and check out Andrew's creations at Stohnguitars.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Stringjoy! Make sure and hit them up for your very own custom string set made just the way you like it. Been looking forward to this chat for a long time. Adam is the man behind my favorite experience at my first NAMM. We discuss Metallica, Billy Gibbons, Social Distortion, his amazing vintage amplifier and guitar collection, and so much more. Your friendly neighborhood guitar podcast signing off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Stringjoy! Check out their site to get yourself a set of hand wound, custom gauge strings for your guitar. Trust me, you'll dig them! Greg and I discuss the history of SolidGoldFx, what his build process looks like, new products in the pipeline, and his sweet vintage guitar collection. It is a good chat! (Yes we talk pizza also, never fear.) Happy listening from your friendly neighborhood guitar podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Sinasoid. Make sure you check out their Cable Builder V3. I personally whipped up a 4ft speaker cable in no time flat. Treat yo self! Today, a first! We pulled off a three way call! I present TWO GUESTS for the price of one. I talk with Grant, and Karen about cats, pizza, bicyclists, and of course guitar pedals! Including the unusual way they started off building effects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Sinasoid! You owe it to yourself to scope these guys out. Their new cable builder is now live. Build yourself exactly what you need at Sinasoid.com/builder. Today I talk with Joel about a secret project, the history behind Chase Bliss Audio, guitar pedals, and of course pizza. Make sure and check out Joel's pedals at ChaseBlissAudio.com Thanks so much for listening from your friendly neighborhood guitar podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the amazing dudes over at Sinasoid! They are giving away a free patch cable every Friday. Make sure you are in the running! Head over to Sinasoid.com/giveaway to sign up! Yup! Another guitar podcast featuring another guitar podcaster. Whoa. Weird! I sat down with Mark to talk about the predicament they have with trains, the Portland of the UK, guitar podcasts, and who the heck reads guitar magazines any more? Make sure you check out Guitar Nerds on iTunes. You'll be glad you did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and I down sit down to discuss house music, playing on David Letterman, using computers with guitars. Oh, and Shark Tank. We are going to be gazillionaires with our genius idea. Please do youself a favor and check out Ryan's brilliant guitar pedals at Hologramelectronics.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with Phillipe about serial killers, kids, guitar pedals, inflation, and we get a surprise special guest! A really special, special guest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the podcast, I talk with Joe about guitars, sicilian pizza, the difference between circuit benders and engineers, and noise devices. Make sure you check out Joe's gear at Electrofaustus.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finally! I sit down with Mr. Andy Martin (Or PGS Andy as he's known)and we talk about Led Zeppelin, Iggy Pop, his favorite pedals, and we get a sneak peak into the daily life of the world's best known demo guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finally! After what feels like a billion attempts, I have Jay on the show! We talk about his life in the Hong Kong music scene, how he plays stadiums with zero glory, and how he was nearly detained by the Chinese government. Do yourself a favor and scope out Jay's Youtube channel HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yay! It's New Episode Day! I sit down and talk with Ben Juday about solid state vs tube organs, repurposing materials, the struggles of pricing your product, and I read off some spam comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I talk with Ryan about Coffee and Riffs, Your Mom, fuzz pedals, and Ryan busts out his best Christopher Walkin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I pick Jeff's brain about noise issues, what its like to be confused for The Dude, and how we rely heavily on 100 year old technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex and I discuss how I caused him to crash his car in the snow, a delicious new reverb, and st, st, st, st, stutter effects. Also, I tease things at the end of this episode. I'm such a jerk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices