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Ep 127 : Buying an Acoustic Guitar with guest Mark Collins
.This episode, I am joined by my friend Mark Collins and we discuss the considerations in choosing your next acoustic guitar. The guidance is oriented for folks starting out, but is applicable to players at all levels.
Ep 126 : You Don’t Have to Play All The Notes….
This episode is a thought exercise. I’ve been exposed to incredibly fast players who leave me tired, and more emotive players who use the space between the notes for magic. Please have a listen and see if you align to this idea. Please do sign up to support the channel on Patreon. Your monthly donation makes a big difference here.
Ep 125 : AI Music?
Hey listeners. This episode is a bit of a rant, so fair warning. The statement that one can use AI to make useful music is a lie. Real music is created by humans, not by machines copying the work of humans. You make your own decision whether to agree or disagree. But do have a listen. Please consider becoming a supporter on Patreon.
Ep 124 : A Guitar Shopping Story
This past weekend, I had the pleasure to help a young player and his parents purchase his next guitar. it was a great experience for me, and the young man was very happy as well. Have a listen to the story. If you are currently not supporting the channel on Patreon, please consider doing so by clicking this link. Your monthly donation makes a big difference here. Thank you to all our current Patreon members.
Ep 123 : Does String Gauge Matter?
This is a very common question that I get. The answer is yes. Or no. Listen to the episode to find out why. If you are currently not supporting the channel on Patreon, please consider doing so by clicking this link. Your monthly donation makes a big difference here. Thank you to all our current Patreon members.
Ep 122 : Dedicated Amp Pedals Without an Amp
In this episode I dive into the emerging trend to have a single amp in a single pedal and to use it without another amplifier, instead going direct to the PA, to FRFR speakers or to a recording interface
Ep 121 : Why You May Need a DI Box
When playing instruments that have high impedance outputs and needing long cable runs, we suffer signal loss. A DI box converts that high impedance, unbalanced signal to a low impedance, balanced signal that supports longer cable runs and provides significant noise and interference reduction. If you play live through a distant PA, acoustic amp or to a recording interface, an inexpensive DI box can be a game changing thing,
Ep 120 : A Simple Mastering Tool with Real Controls
If you are recording your own music, or for your band or your friends, you have already figured out that the mastering component is a very important process. It’s also a skill developed over time and with practice, but having a good place to start that is SIMPLE is always a benefit because you can hear what is happening, see the settings, play with them and learn by doing what each does. In this episode I talk about a great tool to get great sounding recordings quickly while learning the craft of mastering. Introducing the tc electronic Master X HD.
Ep 119 : Considerations for an Acoustic Pedal Board
Hello folks. In this episode I explore the considerations that go into defining the best acoustic pedal board for you. Have a listen and feel free to send in comments or questions. Please become a channel member and support me on Patreon.
Ep 118 : Using Channel Strip Plugins in Your DAW
The use of channel strip plugins can make getting your music recorded more efficient and more consistent. Have a listen to learn more
Ep 117 : Understanding EQ Pedals
Hi everyone! In this episode we consider the often ignored EQ pedal and I offer ideas why every serious musician can benefit from having one. Please support the channel by becoming a member on Patreon.
Ep 116 : Multiple Pedal Boards?
Hello all. Channel Supporter David wrote me to ask why many guitarists have more than one pedal board and what pieces are needed in addition to your choice of pedals. So that’s this episode.
Ep 115 : Simple Upgrades for your Acoustic Guitar
These simple upgrades can make a really significant improvement in the tone of your acoustic guitar. Have a listen to see how these upgrades may benefit you.
Ep 114 : More Talk on Pickups
In this episode, we go a bit farther into the world of pickups. Please consider supporting the channel by becoming a member on Patreon.
Ep 113 : Understanding Passive and Active Pickups
In this episode, I go through how a pickup works, the components therein and how passive and active pickups differ. I hope that you find the episode worth your time. Please support the channel by becoming a member on Patreon.
Ep 112 : Getting Young People Playing and Keeping Them Engaged
Hello! In this episode, I welcome young musician Will Bertram as we talk about getting younger people into playing guitar and bass and Will shares his thoughts on keeping these people engaged.
Ep 111 : Sample Rate, Bit Depth and Bit Rate
In this episode, I explain what each of these phrases mean, what they do and why they matter, especially if you are recording your own music.
Ep 110 : Resonator Guitars
In this episode, I provide an introduction to the idea of resonator guitars. I apologize in advance for the shaky short intro, but we all have those kinds of days. For those who care, the slide is ceramic, the strings are Curt Mangan resonator strings and the guitar is an old Epiphone, all of which proved to be better than me this day. I hope that you enjoy the episode.
Ep 109 : A Visit to Birdland
Hey listeners. In this episode we visit Birdland, the home I name for one of my favourite guitars and favourite basses. Please listen in to hear what I am talking about
Ep 108 : Floorboard Amps
Hey folks! This time I am joined by professional musician Shane Sukhu to talk about the idea of backpackable floorboard style amps and preamps. We’ll speak in depth about the Blackstar AMPED 3 and the TECH21NYC Ritchie Kotzen FlyRig 5 v2.