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Ep 97 : Computer Based Amplifiers
In this episode I look at amps that exist in your computer, that sound like the real thing, that you can play back through monitors or through headphones and also use for silent recording. This may be the least expensive amplifier that you encounter.
Ep 96 : Nylon String Guitars
In this episode I explore the less travelled road of nylon string guitars. Join me, won’t you?
Ep 95 : Are Your Strings Counterfeits?
Hello listeners. In this episode I talk about the increasing problem of counterfeit strings.
Ep 94 : Pedal Amplifiers
Hey folks. This episode I do a brief exploration on the growing world of pedal amplifiers. These tools may be just the thing to suit you.
Ep 93 : Committing Heresy?
In this episode, I share what some may call the path of heresy.
Ep 92 : Impulse Response
In this episode, I take a deep dive into Impulse Response. What IR files are, why you might use them, how they are made and IR makers that I have had success with.
Ep 91 : Can You Trust Reviews on Social?
Hi folks. In this episode I want to explore the subject of knowing how much you can trust in YouTube videos, manufacturer social media, retail store ads and social as well as blog posts and podcasts. It’s lively and will probably annoy someone.
Ep 90 : Your Effects Strategy
Hello folks, in this episode I look at helping you define the effects strategy that works best for you.
EP 89 : The Best DAW for Windows Users
In this episode, I focus specifically on my recommended Digital Audio Workstation software for folks using Windows. The right DAW makes your recording life a joy. The wrong one is like hammering nails into your knees.
Ep 88 : Understanding Recording Inputs to your Computer
Hi folks, in this episode I go through the different types of inputs to our computer we will encounter when recording at home or in the field. I also give some tips on maximizing the quality of the recorded signals.
Ep 87 : Load Balancing Attenuators
Hello folks, in this episode we talk about attenuators, with specific emphasis on load balancing attenuators to reduce the overall volume of your tube amplifier without compromising its sound.
Ep 86 : Is Your Action the Proper Height For You?
In this episode, I touch on the things that impact a guitar’s action, why adjusting to suit is critical and how easy it can be to check.
Ep 85 : Recording Your Own Songs
Hey listeners. In this episode I sit down with recordist and producer Dylan Barros to talk about his thoughts on what is required for consideration when getting going to make recordings of your own music and songs at home.
Ep 84 : A Conversation with James Ridings from Sweetwater
Hey folks, in this episode, I spend some time talking about guitars, music, recording and related stuff with my friend James Ridings who is a Sales Engineer with Sweetwater Music in Fort Wayne Indiana. It’s good fun.
Ep 83 : The Klone Wars
In this episode and with apologies to George Lucas, I look ar a small set of pedals said to sound like infamous Klon Centaur and provide a brief history and why current prices for original Klons are at a galactic level.
Ep 82 : Success with Electric Bass
In this episode, I am joined by professional bassist Manny DeGrandis to discuss all things bass
Ep 81 : You May Be Working Too Hard
Hey gang. In this episode I want to talk about string gauge and what difference, if any to the overall tone of your guitar. Personal preference of feel is a different thing, but there’s a lot of misunderstanding and complete nonsense related to string gauge.
Ep 80 : Why We Play
Hey listeners. This time, I am joined again by Cody Shaw and we talk about the reasons why we, meaning musicians, continue to play whatever we play. I hope that you enjoy the episode, please leave a comment and if you have questions or suggestions for future episodes, please send an email via the link provided. Until next time, peace.
Ep 79 : Choosing a Bedroom Amp
In this episode, I want to look into what goes into choosing a bedroom amplifier
Ep 78 : The Parts for a Reliable Pedal Board
In this episode, I look at the components needed to build a useful pedal board and what to gather, before you start adding pedals