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Chasing Tone – Guitar Podcast About Gear, Effects, Amps and Tone

Welcome to the Chasing Tone Podcast! Join Brian Wampler, Blake Wyland, Richard Oliver, and a variety of special guests as they dive into the world of guitars, pedals, amps, and other guitar gear. From answering your burning questions to discussing bands, gigs, and the latest trends in the guitar world, we cover it all. Expect plenty of off-topic banter and a behind-the-scenes look at our work at Wampler Pedals. If you enjoy guitar podcasts that feel like hanging out with your musician friends, you’ll love Chasing Tone.

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537 - The Wampler Fearbox, Brian gets kicked off TikTok, and New Guitar Day Oct 30, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 537 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - The Wampler Fearbox, Brian gets kicked off TikTok, and New Guitar Day
Brian is having trouble rolling his Rs and there has been a slew of pedal releases from Keeley, JHS, and apparently also Wampler. But one that caught the collective eye was a reasonably unique compressor / fuzz circuit from a good friend of the show. Richard has had an IT disaster. Brian and Blake turn into British Victorian-era urchins when asked about transistors.
Wampler have released a limited edition (and now sold out) version of the Gearbox - the Fearbox - and the guys chat about it. Blake has been to see some live music and Brian somehow is an expert on this. Brian has been kicked off TikTok and he is not happy about it. Richard visited Andertons an as a result he had a new guitar day and tells us about it and some of the other guitars he tested.
Blake has a new pedal from Warm Audio, has confessed he is hoarding like Smaug, and foreshadows some future releases. It seems that Richard has found his ultimate 80's guitar and is suffering from some first world problems and makes an absurd prediction that angers Blake greatly. The guys then turn the conversation to selling guitars and somehow fish and trainsets are involved.

Leaks everywhere, Electric Love, Gallagher World, Silver Sky SE, RG 550, Jaguars vs Jazzmasters, Trumptonshire...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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536 - Roundtable of Chief Guitar Officers with Scott Heydt and Judd Silver Oct 23, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by not one but two very special guests for Episode 536 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Roundtable of Chief Guitar Officers with Scott Heydt and Judd Silver
Scott and Judd have been friends for many years and after both had spent a lot of time working in the music industry they came together to create a show - the Chief Guitar Officer podcast. What on earth possessed them to do that? Madness I say! They have fantastic stories to tell and a great perspective on the music industry and we think you will absolutely love this episode.
The conversation continues into a look at the state of printed and online guitar magazines and the future of music publishing and advertising. This turns into a discussion about Scott's past with Gary Vaynerchuk, and an unusual coincidence that brought all the guys together. This is quite the origin story with at least one common thread - the guitar. David Gilmour may also get a mention.
The interviewers become the interviewed as Judd and Scott ask Richard and Blake about how their love of the guitar properly started and we go deep with some psychology that resonates with everyone. Richard turns the tables and we hear about Scott and Judd's early influences before talking about which guitar is the best - Stratocaster or Telecaster...

Egon Spengler, VHS, Crushing It, Rockonteurs, Jim Irsay, Alexi Lalas, Fender Custom Shop...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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535 - Nothing but a good time, how pedals work, and a skateboarding legend Oct 16, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 535 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Nothing but a good time, how pedals work, and a skateboarding legend
Richard has been breadboarding pedals with some success and he is keen to talk to the guys about his attempts at building a modified LPB1 booster pedal. Blake struggles to stay awake. Brian talks us through his modification and talks a little bit about this classic boost circuit and this turns into a little bit of a primer for guitar effects in general.
Blake has been roleplaying and it takes the guys buy surprise so they go off on a tangent into the world of robots before Brian tells us of his gaming tactics. Richard insults him before they discuss a documentary about 1980s hair metal that involves ridiculous meat based antics. He also met one of his heroes and saw some live music which wasn't related to Pink Floyd and asks the question - who is the greatest Female Telecaster player of all time?
SNL made a sketch about Oasis and it did not go down well. Meanwhile the guys have been lusting over the Greg Koch "Koch Ness Monster" pedalboard and Brian finds inspiration from Robert Keeley. This flows smoothly into a conversation about compressor pedals, feed-forward designs, and the EGO 76. Meanwhile Richard has been blown away by an early pioneer of delay effects.

Flossie the sheep, WASP, Tracii Guns, The Picturebooks, The Pretenders, John Martyn, Cher...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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534 - Welcome to the chug spectrum and some major pedal hinting Oct 09, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 534 of the Chasing Tone - Welcome to the chug spectrum and some major pedal hinting
Brian attempts to immediately cancel Richard as the guys talk about the podcasting life and some recent ill feelings against the podcast world. He has been moderately outraged by a recent thread on Tubescreamers and the guys try not to wind him up further. Blake tests the sound of cardboard. Brian is a defender against misinformation.
Richard has been looking at the history of the Big Muff and is amazed at how many variations there have been. Somehow dubstep is involved. Richard has also been given a fantastic tip from the wizards at Reeves Electro and has some of his own DIY tips. It's also new amp day and there are some major pedal hints.
Has the recent Neural Nano thingummy started a new modeling war? The guys debate this. Fender have also teased some new images and the guys speculate over which color schemes they will announce. Brian is not impressed and Richard has a new strap.

Leprechaun squats, Parts tolerances, Wub, Soldano Astro 20, Typefaces...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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533 - Fuzz news, a summit of guitars, and behold - the Quietening Oct 02, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 533 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Fuzz news, a summit of guitars, and behold - the Quietening
Brian is goading Richard once more and provokes him into an admission about some tickets he has bought. Blake has attachments. Do you ever calibrate your string bends? The guys talk about how they practice perfect bends. A feller smashed a guitar with a hammer and it made the news. Richard is upset that he didn't get invited to the party.
There's a new Phil X pedal out, the PX0, and the guys check it out and Blake gets frisky before Richard makes various strange claims. The guys also reflect on the recent passing of Kris Kristofferson and what it means not just to country music, but to the world of entertainment on the whole.
The British King of Fuzz has been active and has breadboarded a new pedal. He made a number of noob errors and Brian had to help him whilst stifling his laughter. All is not lost, he finally created an awesome pedal, but there were many hiccups along the way.

Jim Indiana, Whammy bar tips, Ryan Burke, The Cure, Guitar Summit, Bensonfest, the anti-booster..it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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532 - The Supreme Wah and the Hans Zimmer shimmer Sep 25, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 532 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - The Supreme Wah and the Hans Zimmer shimmer
Richard and Brian indulge in a ridiculous trade off of barely coded statements as a certain guitarist is banned from being mentioned. Blake ignores them roundly and tells us about his new vintage guitar purchase and Brian admits that he is finally beginning to love his Stratocaster...sorta. He has also been compared to someone and that has disturbed him but not as much as learning about UK licensing laws.
Do you have any signature guitar moves you bust out on stage? The guys discuss how this is never a good idea at their age and Brian has never heard of a famous band. Meanwhile Keeley have launched an interesting new pedal which the guys love and Brian has got the new Neural Nano Cortex. He tells us all about how much he has - or hasn't - played it.
Brian has some photography tips for anyone planning on doing something really silly with a pedal. We also deal with a number of listener questions including what the most embarrassing moment at a gig was, whether we will make a mini EGO 76, and will we make an analog uni-vibe? Oh, and I suppose we might hear something about a dress rehearsal Richard went to...

Squier, Larry David, Level 42, Octa Psi, George Lynch ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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531 - Tube based Pedals, Tuna Fuzz, and On-stage Punch ups Sep 18, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 531 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Tube based Pedals, Tuna Fuzz, and On-stage Punch ups
We have a rare musical treat as Brian and Blake serenade our listeners with a country ode to one of Brian's most favorite substances in the world...no not that one...or that one. He got a flat tire and Richard is shocked at his lack of preparation and surprised by a pedalboard with wheels. Richard has also received a brand new pedal and he is very excited by it despite is gargantuan size.

Richard will be going to the ball! Yes - there is Gilmour news - he can’t contain himself or his vast knowledge of American geography. Brian destroys all his hopes and dreams. Deservedly so too. The guys got a sneak peak at the new Neural DSP Nano Cortex Modeler and chat about it and also the new update to the baby Line 6 pedal. There is unlimited confusion.

Fender have released a new amplifier in conjunction with Jack White and the guys check it out and are suitably impressed. Would you buy an extended warranty for your gear? The chaps discuss a new concept that Fender seem to be playing with and Brian makes an announcement. There was quite a well covered dispute on stage this week as the members of Janes Addiction threw punches so we close with a brief look at that.

Claus Grabke, Quality inventions, Omega 3s, Simon Pegg, Hillbilly activities, the Oliverb...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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530 - Brian checks in with uncle Brad and is this the ultimate portable practice rig? Sep 11, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 530 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Brian checks in with uncle Brad and is this the ultimate portable practice rig?
Brian is in cowboy mode and Blake tells us about his cattle rustling days. Brian tells us about how someone he know likes to try and wrestle sedentary bovine creatures - yes you read that correct. Richard is suspicious. Richard also has views about the new David Gilmour Album, Luck and Strange, and he can't wait to tell us. Brian is not thrilled. But it leads onto an interesting conversation about acrobatics vs feel in guitar playing.
There was other big news in the music world with the re-emergence of Linkin Park and the guys have a lot of views about this - especially Blake who grew up on their music - and it spins into an interesting and candid conversation about music in general. Somehow the Doors are involved too. The Wampler Tumnus got a little acclaim in a publication and the guys debate this and the mechanics of commercial songwriting.
Richard has tales of woe and, err, stagnant Guinness and regales us with his germ ridden views and does not invent anything at all. Brian takes an important call from a certain legend of the guitar and goes to an intimate concert and eats world beating hot fudge cake. Finally there is some massive gear news - and Richard is excited.
Blue Bloods, Rockonteurs, Vince Gill, The Wets, Gibson Victory...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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529 - A legendary Les Paul and the Circle of Wahs Sep 04, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 529 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - A legendary Les Paul and the Circle of Wahs
We open up with an international weather report from the guys and Brian tells us about his mini vacation that saw him make a wild return to nature. Kinda. The big news across the pond is all about Oasis (still) and their ticket prices so the guys debate the policy of surge ticket pricing and supply and demand.
Do you have an upper limit to how much you would pay for a concert ticket? Blake reached his when he went to see Pantera and Metallica with his kids and he tells us all about it. He has zero regrets. But he did make an interesting observation about the sound dynamics of the venue and breaks it down to the chaps. Brian talks about his home made hearing protection and Blake solicits the views of an audiologist.
MXR have released another signature pedal and this one has magical powers - or so Richard believes - so the guys discuss this and a rather special Flying Vee. Brian is still in love with his Explorer. Richard had band practice and tells us about this and his new pedalboard. He discussed the problems he had with his amp's distortion, his memory, his love of the Gearbox, and his memory.
Gilmour tickets, Charlie Benante, Tattooed toddlers, Travis Feaster, Recording idiocy, Germanium JFETS???...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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528 - Blake is definitely not mad for it, but Brian is all about the Even Flow Aug 28, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 528 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Blake is definitely not mad for it, but Brian is all about the Even Flow

Brian is feeling somewhat civilized and Richard has a magical revelation. He is an idiot though. Brian has been to see one of his favorite bands and tells the guys all about it and how he managed to get tickets to the hottest show in town. He has some odd observations that seem to revolve around hygiene.

Richard tries to lay some major music news on Blake and it goes down like a lead balloon so he doubles down on the Brit Pop history. This leads him to ruminate over old age, concert going habits, and he gives away some of Brian’s driving secrets. Meanwhile, Blake tells us about the hot sauces he has put in his eyes and Brian gets Rockunized.

The guys then get into a very bizarre conversation about wearable guitar gear and I apologize in advance if you feel your IQ being dragged down by this. Origin Effects have just release a new Bluesbreaker pedal and Blake is very excited by it. Richard has been digging into Fender finishes and rarer models and he found a bargain so tells us all about it...

Salt licks, The Necromantic Doors, Cockney slurs, Pimping Golf buggies, Transdimensional vehicles...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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527 - The most important electric guitar performance ever? Also New Guitar Day! Aug 21, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 527 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - The most important electric guitar performance ever? Also New Guitar Day!
Brian teases a "special private show" and Richard discovers something about his American brethren and it has upset him - but then a lot has this week. More importantly Brian has a brand new guitar! He tells us all about it and some of the unexpected features it has and the guys notice a special twinkle in Brian's eye. Brian also said something outrageous about a classic Fender design and Richard is disturbed.
On the 55th anniversary of the Woodstock festival, Richard got a chance to re-watch that infamous Jimi Hendrix performance, and he has views which the guys debate. He also managed to learn something from the master of the Stratocaster and is very proud of himself. Brian also has learned something new - about Pink Floyd - and admits to being a foolish individual and there is talk of school-day shenanigans. Blake has issues.
Blake has a very special Metalzone and he tells us all about it and the guys talk about pedal naming schema before getting defeated by a classic pedal name. Brian is expanding his barn and Richard has a new pedal which he thinks is one of the most fun pedals ever. Do fancy IEC cables make a difference to your amps tone? This was a question asked on the tone group so the guys dig in.

Giant Cases, Clown Shoes, Jimi Hendrix, Vintage guitar stickers, Chapman Guitars, Randall Smith...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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526 - Gabe Dalporto, the new CEO of Guitar Center drops in... Aug 14, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by Gabe Dalporto, the CEO of Guitar Center for Episode 526 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
This week the guys have an exclusive episode for you with a very special guest - Gabe Dalporto. He is the new CEO at Guitar Center and he has probably seen more amazing string, valve, and transistor based toys than most of us can dream of. Gabe's story about his musical family roots, his rather excellent first guitar, and his passion for music is a great story you will want to listen to.
Gabe tells us about his music tastes, his writing, and his gigging experiences before he reveals that he is in fact a complete gear nut just like all of us! This turns into a fascinating insight into how Gabe has not just analysed the business he runs, but has lived and breathed Guitar Center since he joined it, and created a vision for a ground up rejuvenation of this retail behemoth.
We get a very candid and thoughtful appraisal of the business model of Guitar Center to date and then a glimpse of where it is going and how giant pedalboards will play a role. If you are interested in the music instrument business, heck if you are interested in musical instruments full stop, then this episode does not disappoint. Brian and Blake have some good ideas. Richard makes another Gilmour mistake when he mixes up one guitar with another.

Fender, Gibson, PRS, 90lbs of amplification, Nuclear engineering, Disneyland for musicians, No Stairway Allowed...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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525 - Sometimes the right song at the right time can impact you like nothing else... Aug 07, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 525 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Sometimes the right song at the right time can impact you like nothing else...
Blake has been blessed with luck in the form of his son's predictive skills and so is immediately buying a lottery ticket. There have been other pedals released with Germanium components within and this also sparks some conversation. Those pioneers of pedal perfection, Electro Harmonix, have released a new POG. It looks insanely good so the guys talk about it and Richard makes a terrible Dad joke.
Blake has a new vintage Gibson guitar acquisition and the guys dig in and discuss some of the electronic quirks and features. Richard wants a new guitar but he has a problem and tells us all about it. Aerosmith have announced the end of their touring career and this almost provokes a sensible discussion. Richard admits his awe for Hendrix.
Brian has a proud Dad moment when one of his children makes a music based confession and it has made him very happy. This morphs into a conversation about the pull of music and how people have different emotional levels of involvement with it. Meanwhile, back on planet gear, Neural DSP have revealed details of the robotic device they created to capture amplifier settings more accurately.

Dokken, Bad Jokes, Seymour Duncan, Nirvana, Expensive music books...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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524 - Mine some more Germanium! Jul 31, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 524 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - Mine some more Germanium!
Well it has been a week! We check in with the guys post the release of the Germanium Tumnus Deluxe and it's fair to say that said pedal is the main subject matter of the episode. We told everyone it was coming. It made no difference! The pedal sold out in record time and it caused some website availability issues and Richard and Brian talk about how they got through a crazy week.
The guys recall other pedal special editions and Brian gives away some personal secrets before returning to the topic du jour. Richard details some of the server shenanigans and also talks about how stock levels are managed. Blake calls both Richard and Brian names, but they are pretty hardened to it, and gives some interesting statistical analysis of the music industry.
There was predictably an almost immediate response by professional flippers so the guys are also duty bound to look into this. Richard got hold of another new pedal and gets the name wrong but he loves it and that's all that matters. It is the boost he has been looking for so he tells us all...

Germanium craziness, Speedos, Tim Apple, Reverb Madness, Devtech Powerdriver, Patreon exclusives...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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523 - A new pedal and we broke the internet again... Jul 24, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 523 of the Chasing Tone Podcast - A new pedal and we broke the internet again...
Picture the scene. It is a beautiful summer Tuesday night. The guys are chatting away merrily about a load of random nonsense. Richard is congratulating himself about the launch of the new Wampler website. Brian was farming goats. Blake was, well - the less said about that, the better. Little did Richard realise that 24 hours later his world would be shattered by crazy demand for Wampler's latest release...
But that is now and this was then, and we welcome Blake back to the fold from his travels and he tells us about how he jumped off a bridge. Richard has a brand new Internet. Brian does not have a brand new guitar. But he has a new pedal out, and he and Richard discuss it, but neither realise the chaos that was to come...
If you own multiple guitars, have you ever played them all in one sitting? The guys chat about what this does for you. Blake has played a bender equipped Tele and tells us all about it. Meanwhile Richard is hankering after some fancy analog effects and he tries to convince Brian with some help from Blake.

Germanium madness, Al Gore Rhythm, Time travelling, Pedal beer, Foolish predictions...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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522 - Non Fungible Tones with Ryan Burke from 60 Cycle Hum! Jul 18, 2024

Brian and Richard are joined by Ryan Burke for Episode 522 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Blake is out of town on string business so the guys are joined by Ryan Burke of 60 Cycle hum and his haunted mannequin...yes, you read that correct. This naturally means there is some offset guitar insight - 'offsight' if you will - and Ryan has great advice for anyone weighing up their options.
Do you collect pedals as an investment? The guys chat about the ramifications of where the collectable pedal market is going and then of course try to accurately predict the future and along the way they invent a new form of musical currency. Richard has a pedal related confession to make and Brian is thinking about Germanium hearing aids.
Ryan has a box full of Afford-a-board pedals and tells us about some of the fun discoveries he has made. Somehow this transitions into a conversation about soccer, surfing, and then of course, surf music and skateboarding! This is a very funny episode despite some lag issues so get your laughing gear on!

Noodle and flutter, Player II Fenders, Tone Detective, Rabbit Trails, The PRS of waves...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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521 - Brian invents the greatest guitar app ever and it's all Greek to me... Jul 10, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 521 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Announcement: We are now in real time! We have decided to try and record the show and put it out the same week so we can be on the cutting edge of breaking news - hang on to your hats.

Richard has been away on his vacation and has some tales to tell, but starts off with a debate about vinyl collecting...Meanwhile Brian has been on a live-stream with the intellectual giants behind Two notes and Neural Amp Modeler. He has a good case from why Amp Modeling could be a great tool for all gigging musicians.

Brian has a brilliant business idea based on his compressor woes and shares his genius ideas with us all. Meanwhile Fender have launched their new Player II range of guitars and our good buddy Travis Feaster got to be part of the launch so we talk about that before looking at some more band practice woes.

Blake ducks out early because apparently he like his job, so Brian and Richard fumble on through the subjects...and Brian becomes audibly aroused at a new Gibson special edition. This turns into a discussion about how good quality guitar gear is so much more affordable these days and then Richard inadvertently gives Brian a new idea and immediately regrets it. Brian then invents the greatest app ever.

The Grecian toe, Crab Amps, Chord dis-remembrance, Gorilla amps, Pedalboard choices, Power supply knowledge...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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520 - The Birthday Roast of Brian Wampler and new guitar day! Jul 03, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 520 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Our glorious leader has reached a milestone birthday and the chaps kick off by looking back at the Roast video that the team at Wampler put together for him. Richard notes an interesting horological coincidence and Brian gives us his views on aging. In a twist of pure Irony, Brian is struggling to find a compressor, and the guys listen to his tales of woe.
Have you got any Tube based drive pedals? In a bizarre twist of fate Brian has decide to educate Richard on the best way to get the "Classic" David Gilmour tone and there is some ill advised political commentary as Richard reviews a recent piece of marketing from a political party. Blake has had some unexpected musical adventures and tells us all about it.
Richard has taken delivery of a lifetime's supply of spices and Brian has a request. He also went to see Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets with his schoolfriend and gave pedals to the band. This leads onto a discussion about a very high end delay pedal that commands a premium price. There is a very scary AI credit read from RoboBrian.
Bob Ross, Luggable Computers, Fancy Components, Palm Bay guitars, Siri Threepio, Rockonteurs ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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519 - Why you should always record yourself playing... Jun 27, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 519 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Ai has finally gone to far and we have an Ai version of Brian and it causes some emotional distress. Brian also has a rubber device. Richard tells us about his first experience with IRs and IEMs in a band practice scenario. It was a a partial success. Richard also has purchased new gear, has learned some important new lessons, and Brian continues to hellishly rebuke him.
We've had some really interesting suggestions for 1980's themed shredding guitars and Richard talks about some of the candidates and it provokes reactions from Brian. Brian then makes some gangland confessions. There's a new Fender artist Telecaster and it has caught the guys' attention so they talk about it before revealing some interesting statistical facts about Brian;'s pedalbuilding career.
What do you think about companies that make completely identical pedals to the original they're based on? There was a release this week that was close to home and the guys all have reactions. David Gilmour released a new track and Richard is a big fan. Take a shot. The guys had a message from the listeners about modern Country music and have some suggestions for artists to listen to.
The Karate Kid, Westone, Redline BMX, Big Mick, Waylon Jennings, Andy Wood...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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518 - The Power of Fuzz Compels You! Jun 19, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 518 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Blake has been standing to work for a long time and it is energizing him so the guys discuss the merits of office furniture. Yes, you read that correctly. This turns into a conversation about how you apply Tolex correctly as Richard thinks about building his own amplifier. Do you wait before you switch on the stand-by switch on your amplifier? The guys ponder this age old question.
Richard invokes a hellish rebuke from Brian when he tries to convince him that MIDI is the future for amplifier control and a robust and bizarre conversation ensues. Richard has been thinking about digital modelling and Brian is not happy with him, but he and Blake also have some new gear and it somehow involves the Insane Clown Posse. Richard is also worried about taking his favorite combo amplifier to gigs until his personal amp tech intervenes...
What size pick do you use when you play guitar? This question provokes a variety of responses from the chaps and Brian desires a new sponsorship. Speaking of Brians, Brian May has just made a not particularly surprising announcement about a collaboration with Gibson. Richard makes bizarre confessions about his follicular obsessions. He is a mean and awful person and tries to explain British humor - badly.
Chair Rugs, Pain and Anguish, Synergy IICP, Rivera Chubster 55, Secret Aardvark, Blue Chip Picks, Guitar Auctions ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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517 - It's difficult to name a band and how many pickups do you need? Jun 12, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 517 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Welcome to late night module talk with Brian Wampler....no - wait that is another show...and Blake makes some extreme Sasquatch related confessions. Meanwhile Richard has a new hat and it is magnificent. Well, maybe it isn't but he loves it. He is also having middle aged band related problems and he shares them with us all.
The guys look at 1980's style guitars and weigh up the differences between the main contenders - Charvel, Jackson, Ibanez...and Kramer. What's the correct number of pickups on a guitar for you? The guys don't know which way they fall on this - seemingly they simultaneously want one or three pickups - and Brian manages to steer the conversation to the guitar he wants.
Richard has a new amplifier from the fine chaps at ENGL and he is very happy and tells us all about it and Brian is not impressed with something Richard suggests and makes his feelings known before wondering if this maybe one of the greatest amps in the World? Richard gets confused by the special special edition. Blake has some industry news about a well known brand and Richard butchers greek mythology.
Bigfoot, Norman Rumormill, Right Said Fred, The Hummus League, Rattlesnake cables, ENGL Ironball SE...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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516 - You have to flick the whammy bar and everything's a guitar case if you just wish hard enough Jun 05, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 516 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Brian welcomes us all to a different podcast and Richard question's reality as we roll in hot this week. Brian is also geeking over the Ernie Ball Axis and he is close to pulling the trigger and tells us all about his bending technique and questions Richard's pronunciation.
Would you take a different stage name as a performer? The guys chat about this before invoking some painful memories and discussing the rarest record ever made. Paul Reed Smith has defended his products from critics and the guys discuss the merits of PRS guitars. Richard has a terrible business idea and Blake does not want to go down a dark path.
Blake has some useful guitar case storage tips and also reports on his vermin and wildlife situation before debating home made Laser weapons. Take a sip in advance. Meanwhile Richard went to a reunion of the legendary Iron Horse pub and discusses what made it so special. Blake is filled with a mighty need. Brian makes a big mistake and nearly reveals something. Richard swears about 5 star.
Alan Murphy, Chris Buttocks, 432 HZ, Cheech and Swan, Ironfest, Useless Eaters, Gibson U2, Lavalamps...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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515 - Brian has a new amplifier and is completely blown away May 29, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 515 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Blake is back from his cross-country vacation and he has tales to tell and the guys are almost approaching normality. The Wampler Mofetta has been a hit with fans of "amp -like" pedals and Brian tells us why he loves it and Richard tells us about the origin of the name and the design. Wrestling celebrities may be involved.
Brian has been compelled to purchase a new amplifier and it has taken him by surprise and leads on to a discussion about branding and markets. Somehow lightsabers and a nuclear bunker near Stone Henge are involved. Blake has been to Dollywood and Richard is intrigued and amused what this entails. Blake also saw a famous haunted guitar.
Richard has an idea to rejuvenate some old pedals and Brian immediately quashes his ideas before discovering that Maddog 20/20 exists. Richard tells us about a minor sports accident and how he discovered the ultimate palm sized travel amplifier setup. Brian asks about the differences between professional in-ear monitors and Apple earbuds and he also has some interesting views about Guitar Center.
Feta cheese, Electric Scooters, Slatwall, Old Smoky, Low Blow...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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514 - The Wampler Mofetta, The Beach Boys, and Jay Leonard J May 22, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by the legendary Jay Leonard J for Episode 514 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
We start off with some exclusive hair clipping tips from the super talented Jay Leonard J and this eventually turns into a discussion about gain clipping and Wampler's latest release, the Wampler Mofetta. Brian had an idea one day. He loved the Ibanez MT-10 Mostortion but wondered what would happen if he used MOSFETS for clipping. The Mofetta is the culmination of his rumination!
Brian asks Jay about his creative process when it comes to pedal demos and he gives us an awesome candid insight into his flow. Is the Tubescreamer the ultimate wingman pedal? Jay thinks so and has a compelling case to consider and Blake is in an educating mood. Are you a fan of the Beach Boys? A number of cool products were released in the last week that were officially licensed by the Beach Boys and the guys discuss them.
Richard asks Jay about his musical career and he tells us a wonderful tale of how it all began with a special guitar. Jay takes us on an international journey with his early career before he tells us about how an unconventional piece of equipment became part of his demo rig and how he became a stunt double for the top martial artist in Hong Kong.
You are not going to want to miss this episode, Jay is hilarious and hugely interesting, and he joins us on Patreon too for some amazing stories that involve international diplomatic peril!
Shaving heads, Brian is awesome, Blake is a heathen, Richard Rants, Baby monitors, Album release news, Velvet Fuzz...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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513 - Indiana Blake and Brian's one mistake May 15, 2024

Brian, Max, and Richard are back for Episode 513 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Our good buddy Max is back once again, as Blake is out of town on important string business, and he has a new job which causes some speculation before the guys chat about the gear they have been gassing over. Richard attempts to describe a form of small British boat and Brian is most confused by both Richard and Artificial Intelligence.
David Gilmour is going on tour and the British King of Fuzz tries to get tickets - and this leads to a discussion about ticket prices, free pedals, and naughty romps. Richard has been sent a pedal as a gift from an old friend and tells us all about it and he also has a theory about the re-release of a certain pedal. He is of course wrong.
Max and Brian discuss the classic Danelectro pedals and reflect on the used market for them and Richard has fallen in love with the new Thorpy FX WOPR purely for aesthetic reasons. Do you use an attenuator with your amplifier? The guys discuss the pros and cons of a few different models. Richard grills Max for dirt on Brian.
Vintera Guitars, Saucerful of Secrets, Desitone Pedals, McDonalds, 70th Stratocaster...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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512 - Is this the most stupid guitar invention ever? May 08, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by Scott from Stringjoy for Episode 512 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Brian is ready to welcome you all to the Tone Chasing show and this week the guys are joined by Scott from Stringjoy. Richard makes some 1980's related costume confessions and he may have found "his look". Brian has demands and Richard has requests. Scott knows all of Blake's deep dark secrets and is also annoyingly young and intelligent.
Have you ever owned a guitar with removable pickups? Richard comes up with possibly the most stupid idea he has ever had and then doubles down with more foolishness. This leads into a discussion about the new Gun Street Wiring solder free switchgear. Richard gets nostalgic about car radios. Brian makes outrageous claims about owning a plastic slide and Richard is suspicious.
It would be madness not to ask Scott some guitar string related questions, but this is the Chasing Tone podcast and there are more pressing matters. That said, we do get some good insight into tips for re-stringing guitars, taking care of your guitars, and not breaking strings like an oaf. Brian tells Scott about the story of Bryan Burke and Richard opens up a conversation about guitar manufacturing locations. We then get more sensible with the Scott questions and there are some awesome string related nuggets of wisdom.
Mammoth, Pirates, Bluetooth speakers, Allman Brothers, Amazon detectives, Even a blind squirrel is right twice a day, Dopplegangers, Sire...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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511 - Brian breaks out a surprise pedal and it is smoochie time! May 01, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 511 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Brian makes a case for playing with his toys and not throwing them out of his sandbox - and gives us a sneaky listen into a new product he is working on. In completely unrelated news, our good buddy Jordan over at Poison Noises has made a new Reverb and Delay pedal and Richard loves the finish he picked for it. This leads Brian to reminisce wistfully.
Richard asks an important question about knob labeling and the guys debate it momentarily before Richard makes an awkward confession. He also tells us about how sometimes testing pedals can be a bit too enjoyable. Synergy have made a new module, the DRECT which is based on "that" high end Californian sound and the guys then talk about some of their favorite amps and Brian gets instant GAS.
There was an early leak of a pedal and the guys skirt around it rapidly before reflecting on the sad news that Dickie Betts from the Allman brothers had passed away. There was a recent article about how male dominated the guitar world was and the guys dig in to it and on the way Richard discovered a new artist to get into. And it isn't that "Snake Guy"
British Shorts Time, Mesa Boogie Stiletto, AI rant, ENGL Ironball, Friedman IRX, Joan Armatrading...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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510 - The amazing Stringboy and the greatest guitar pedal ever? Apr 24, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 510 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Brian is in a special new place...or not...and apologies are made for his button pressing as a world record is set and we talk about the world's crankiest Englishman. Said Englishman has questions about IEMs and he asks for a reasoned debate and he gets some, and some unreasoned debate.
Someone threw terrible boomer based accusations and Richard has familial drum machine excitement. Brian and Richard found a tweet relating to Chumbawumba and it made them both giggle muchly and a hero of the week is elected. Do you know what the greatest guitar pedal (yet to be released) is? The guys stumbled upon a series of new guitar pedals and discuss them at length. Brian gives away pedal company secrets.
Fender have come up with an interesting color choice for a limited run release, they also have a new Tom Delonge signature Starcaster, and the guys have split opinions - shock horror! Richard makes some Coke confessions. Brian lies about lack of GAS and Blake has tax woes.
Elgar, Electric Love, Epi-thief, Ecosystems, Elevation, Extra Jaffa Cake duty...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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509 - The other side of the moon - and the mystery watcher returns! Apr 17, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 509 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Martinsville Lulu meets Portland Grunge and it is all the fault of solar activity as Brian experiences totality and Richard experiences Indianapolis live. The guys discuss their various eclipse experiences and there is some general foolishness all round. Oh boy, it's a wild episode I warn you now.
Brian shows off his cool guitar slide which makes for some unique and riveting audio material and Richard had his head turned by some LED infused guitar picks and a "herb" grinder shaped like a tone pot. He also finds a new style of headstock tuner. Meanwhile our good friends over at Keeley FX have had some pedal name change drama and we speculate upon why despite being bereft of informed or intelligent opinions.
Kiss have sold their back catalogue and the guys discuss the implications of the impending holographic mega tours that may now become a reality. Richard has some news about his potential band which is not called Think Ployd. He has observations and Brian gives some great advice to anyone who's thinking of joining a band...and some barely average advice too. Blake spreads some GAS.
Eclipse news, Cheese shortages, Nutmeg warnings, Curb your enthusiasm, Friedman IR-X...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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508 - The Wampler Rockstortion pedal - is it real? Apr 10, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for Episode 508 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
It's podcast day, and Brian has avoided being sucked into a funnel cloud, so we start the episode of with an extra dose of frivolity and nonsensical mutterings. There is camping talk and weather talk and Richard campaigns for moderate weather conditions. Wampler Pedals made a social media post involving Brian's take on the infamous Rockman and the guys chat about how it was created.
There were some great April fool's gags this year and the guys talk about some of their favorites and Blake tells us all about the one he was involved in for Gun Street Wiring. Richard makes an apology. There was a question submitted to the guys about buffers and the guys go deep into the weeds with it, the importance of impedance, and other general nerd topics. Brian redefines important technical terms.
Richard is a little nervous about an upcoming band rehearsal so distracts himself by talking about his pedalboard and the choices he made. Somehow this ends up back at a chat about the Rockman sound again and Brian makes musical impersonations. Blake shows Brian some vintage Bucket Brigade chips and he gets very excited. There's been some controversy with some deepfaking of guitar impresario and UFO enthusiast Rob Chapman and the guys debate it.
Mullets aplenty, Cusack's jacks, Squelch, Harley Benton, Agnes Obel, The Specials ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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507 - The JHS Tacobolt and has Brian discovered the perfect reverb??? Apr 03, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 507 of the Chasing Tone Podcast
Brian opens up in his own inimitable yet peanut buttery smooth manner and a certain guitarist makes a telephone call to the studio as we open up with some low brow shenanigans and hot takes. Richard has been bowled over by a famous guitarist and gushes lovingly about them before talking about an extreme case of buyers remorse.
Can you listen to instrumental guitar music while working? The guys discuss the fact that they all differ slightly when it comes to music choices while concentrating and this naturally turns into a conversation about boy racers and loud exhausts. Richard has seen an amusing rockumentary TV show and the Brian and Blake immediately dismiss him as an idiot.
Our buddy Josh over at JHS released a limited edition of the Superbolt and the guys chat about it and some potential customisation options that may or may not make people on the internet angry. There was a report recently about the values of different vintage guitars and so the guys discuss it. Meanwhile Richard had a disappointing update on a piece of hardware and Blake expresses his disappointment by proxy.
Yokel and the Dokels, Alison Gardens, Brian Pern, Conspiracy theorists, Paul Gilbert jams...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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506 - Brian said this one thing and the internet blew up Mar 27, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 506 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
There is an unharmonious introduction to this episode and Richard finds the weirdest thing to be envious of and Brian admits to ramping up his plugging. Richard was surprised to learn that one of his favorite bands didn't make it big in the US during the lifespan of their lead singer and this leads onto a debate about awesome tones. And Guinness. And Blake's weird sausage based memories.
Brian has been doing a bit of a press work and a couple of his articles and podcasts got spun out of all proportion on the internet - would you believe it? The Internet going crazy? Never. He breaks down what happens via a conversation concerning male pattern baldness. Germanium may get a mention. In a surprising revelation we discover that Brian Wampler doesn't set the rules for the global second hand market.
Have you ever played Fortnite? Well if so you can now go and jam with official Fender instruments in a "Guitar Hero" type sub game and the guys discuss the clever marketing tactics that the big F have employed. Brian wants to put Wampler Pedals into the game. Richard has a stupid idea about guitar strings and invents the slide-o-matic neck and the guys debate whether they would ever spend $50k on a guitar.
Stick poking, Matey boy, King Flippy, Strange water fixation, the Gibson Theodore, Synyster Gates ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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505 - The POD Express, a modified Jen Fuzz, and why guitar magazines are still relevant Mar 20, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 505 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian questions Richard's commitment, and Richard questions Brian's fashion choices before regaling us with more royal tales of DIY pedal construction. Brian teaches Richard about what he made without making him feel more stupid than he already does. Kinda. He also tells us about how he made the enclosure and broke a rule but he is very happy with the result. Brian has a genius hack.
Richard was on the Guitar Dads podcast the day the new Line 6 POD Go express was launched and it's got him thinking whilst Brian sweeps for mines and shares his views on the aesthetics. There is some discussion abut the history of Line 6 hardware with the fabled Guitarport and an important lesson from history. Richard apologizes for his transgressions in a previous episode and struggles to speak coherently.
Do you still buy guitar magazines? The guys talk about why they think printed magazines are still more than relevant today and you may be surprised by their views. Brian answers some questions about the Ego 76 so if you have bought one, you might wanna hear what he has to say. As a bonus you can also hear the guys try and explain the differences between FET and optical compressors without sending Blake to sleep.
Reeves Electro x Fuzzdog, The Guitar Dads, Voltron's underwear, Scotland Yard, Philly blunts...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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504 - The Wampler Ego 76 and the best demo ever? Mar 13, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 504 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been drinking from the special cabinet again and Richard is contemplating a new hobby and thinks he saw one of the best demos he has ever seen for the new Ego 76. Brian learns a new technique for equipment usage and it shatters his mind. Richard tells us of how he recently reconnected with someone who was also making DIY pedals and reflects upon legendary tales of yore.
You don't need a bicycle if you have a horse according to our friend from Portland, and Richard laments Brian's recent decisions and tries to shut him up. The industry reacts to the death of the Bob Heil, inventor and innovator, and the guys look back a little at his legacy and his most famous product, the Heil Talk Box.
Epiphone have released an expensive new 335 and the guys are obliged to discuss it in detail and Blake has quite the tale to tell. Richard tries to invent a new game and fails with spectacularly mediocre results. Meanwhile Brian is lusting after amplifiers and manoeuvring skilfully but becomes alarmed at words that fall out of Blake's mouth. There are some bizarre impersonations.
The Iron Horse pub, Peter Frampton, Dave Grohl, Vox guitars, The thickiest, Auction losses, Victory amps ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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503 - We introduce an all new Wampler Pedal! Mar 06, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 503 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has seen a film about the history of Amplifiers recently and he is dumbstruck that he is the only one of the trio that has even heard of it whilst Brian criticizes his accent. Richard also discusses a large legal issue facing Tik Tok and the use of certain music in their fun data mining social app. This turns into a discussion about AI video creation and a very poor Wonka based experience in Scotland.
Wampler are releasing a new pedal and Brian elucidates in a kind of random fashion. He may have leaked this pedal on another podcast recently but with some gentle prodding he goes into great detail. This episode is being released twelve hours before the official release so it's kinda an exclusive for our awesome listeners. Sorta. Kinda. Richard bought an inexpensive new pedal and is super happy.
Do you use a lightweight rig for gigging or do you take your full pedalboard? The guys chat about this common dilemma and Brian makes some suggestions before giving us his best Jon Bon Jovi impression. This show then deteriorates into further silliness as Brian points out this podcast is an organic thing that just needs to be ridden.
Ampire, Parliament Funkadelic, Weiner caps, Negative Ned, Billy and the Butcherman...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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502 - Are guitar prices going to keep rising? Feb 28, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 502 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
It's DIY Tues.. (checks notes) Wednesday! Brian is recovering from an industrial strength sinus infection but braves the slings and arrows of his co-hosts as he brings us all the latest news from Martinsville and the pedal world! He also lays into Richard pretty hard and tells us about a musical wedding he recently attended that involved him having to dress up in "normal" clothes.
Richard tries to fool Brian but immediately feels guilty and Blake tells everyone about a text from a scammer that he baited a little. Jordan from Poison Noises was visiting Jolly Olde England and Richard and he hung out at Andertons for a minute so he tells us all about it and why we should all be looking forward to some new releases.
Do you care about where your guitars are made as long as they are of sufficient quality? Blake put out a video related to the price of guitars and the inflation that has affected their prices today and the guys debate the new pricing structures that we are all going to get used to. This leads onto a conversation about one of the most important chips in modern guitar pedals and how it came to be and a deep discussion about fuzz, transistors, and phase.
Coyote returns, Florida man, Russ Abbott, Keanu Reeves is not in love with you, Elevate pedals, Mosrite Fuzzrite...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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501 - Who invented Heavy Metal and did Punk come first? Feb 22, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 501 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian and Blake question Richard's genetics and open up discussing the spectacular 500th episode and Travis gets the blame for everything as we take a fascinating (not) look into the world of podcast production. Richard has DIY questions so Blake take a nap and Brian gives us all some tips on safety at the soldering station. He's very happy with his latest enclosure and the guys talk about different ways of making DIY labels and prints.
Blake put a post out recently and it caused a minor furore on the Internet so we dig down into the history of Heavy Metal and Hard Rock and try and figure out what makes them different. Richard tries to sell Brian on the influence of The Kinks to heavy metal and music in general and fails spectacularly. What is it that differentiates Metal from the other genres? Is it the tones or is it the riffs? The guys try and figure it out but largely go off in different tangents.
The conversation stays heavily focused on the music that we all grew up to and there are various points of interest. Richard saw the new H.E.R. Stratocaster and absolutely loves it and it is swiftly added to the list. Staying in the world of Fender, we talk about the new Eric Johnson Strat with built in overdrive, and the guys postulate over what the circuit might be...
Toning Chase, Enclosure tips, Dicks peds, Black Sabbath, Vanilla Fudge, Questionable things ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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500 - Max and Travis return for this milestone episode! Feb 14, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by the legends that are Max Jeffrey and Travis Feaster for this special 500th episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
In this celebratory episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast we are joined by the very two fellers that started this journey off with Brian - Travis Feaster and Max Jeffrey. This is a podcast first for Chasing Tone but fair warning - things get out of hand real quick as we catch up with these two titans of tone.
There are revelations and confessions aplenty as we explore Brian's "Lost Years" and Richard asks a very insensitive question which turns into a ridiculous story. Yes, it is that story and somehow it involves diminished chords and breaking one of Brian's amplifiers. The guys chat about the problems of modern technology and laugh at the foolishness of others whilst Travis keys us in to some cool music-tech developments.
The guys also discuss the earliest days of Wampler pedals and offer their collective take on how this podcast came to be and how the company got to the where it is today. Travis lets us in on a terrible joke in poor taste about the name of the show and Max tells us about some of the guiding principles that launched it back in the day.
Mr Butts, Green ringers, Dog theramins, Pedal Hero, Hashtag hashbrown, Wampler pedal tease...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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499 - NAMM 2024 review - was a giant prank pulled? Feb 07, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 499 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is back with us after an extended stint at NAMM and his voice is registering somewhere between Bane and Batman. Richard makes his feelings known much to Brian's amusement. Was this the best NAMM for several years? It sounds like it might have been and the guys chat about what this means for the guitar industry in general. Richard talks about some of the things he spotted including what he believes to be one of the world's biggest rude jokes.
Brian has a new mixer and he and Richard have a new pedal - the Keeley Muse Driver - and they both love it. Richard is a big fan of the design and tells us why. The guys try and pull a prank on Brian and it fails miserably so they make more NAMM observations. Brian loses his mind. Whats the first brand you would recommend to a beginner of the electric guitar? The guys ponder this very question and attempt to explain the internet badly again.
The British King of Fuzz was denied access to a certain pedal so he decides to make his own. He also tells us about why he is a very old man via a nostalgic trip to his hometown. Brian recently ran a video and asked viewers to guess a the identity of a very popular pedal and the results may surprise you. Victory amps have gone high end with their new release and the guys are very excited by this.
Jack White, Cockney Rhyming Slam, Family Guy, Fame, the Feds...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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498 - We have all the tones and are tubes amps dying? Jan 31, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 498 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We start off with some talk about the genetics of weightlifters and Ozzy Osbourne and somehow the two are related. Brian is looking forward to a week off from the world as he is not going to NAMM and Richard laments his lack of popularity. His eye was turned by the new Keeley Muse Driver and completely fails to understand how it works. But he loves it.
Richard purchased the new EHX Golden Big Muff but is uncertain as to whether he made the cut - and you will have to wait until next week to find out whether he was successful. There is also a new pedal from Warm audio and the guys puzzle over how they avoid copyright issues before going on a completely unqualified legal debate.
The Smashing Pumpkins have had to employ full time staff to deal with the guitarist applications they have received and the guys roundly mock this scenario. Joe Bonamassa had an unusual way of dealing with a noisy neighbour issue and this brings Blake much amusement. A recent article talked about the death of tube amps and the guys dig into this with some help from Brian's son.
ChibCo Mouse, Popeye's, Destruction rooms, Pallet houses, Scott Joplin, Portland Blake...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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497 - New theme tune and new Gibson amplifiers Jan 24, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 497 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian's recorded a new theme tune for the show and the guys are excited to share it with everyone before looking at some artificial unintelligence developments. Richard is not impressed with the underlying robotic signature or something. Whatever. He also tries to add some structure to the show with a special feature and it falls a little flat. Maybe.
What do you do with an LED with three legs? Richard needs some DIY advice and attempts to guess the weight of one of his co-hosts before coming up with a new product that frustrates Brian to the point of complete exasperation. This turns into a conversation about expensive cables and Brian has an idea.
Gibson have launched some new amplifiers and at first glance the guys love the authenticity of them, but upon deeper delving, they discover some marketing quirks. It quickly degenerates into a mass of confusion which we can only assume is caused by Gibson absentmindedly forgetting to send the guys an amp to test. Brian and Richard had a sneak preview of the new Andy Wood album and tell us all about it.
Foolish proclamations, Giant stereos, Eight Blakes, Distortion cables, Horsekicking contest, Seasoned salt...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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496 - Friends, Luthiers, Builders - send us your gear...Brian thinks about building an amp Jan 18, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 496 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has created a monster and has recorded 7 podcast episodes in 7 days and issues a formal apology before professing immense respect and love for Chibson and their body of work. Some gushing may occur. This leads on to a discussion about the new Schecter Machine Gun Kelly signature guitar and Brian refuses to believe it - and much to Richard's chagrin he also refuses to put his money where his mouth is. This leads on to a question about the most controversial guitar shape ever and the guys have an idea.
Have you ever tried a G&L guitar? The guys chat about them after a recommendation was made and they have reactions and Brian's head glows red when he realises he dropped the ball on some significant developments. Blake impersonates Tiny Tim. Conversation inevitably turns to January's industry shindig, NAMM, and once again our British friend feels like Norman No-mates as he won't be going. EVER!
A 52 Blackguard Tele has been spotted in the next Gardiner Houlgate auction in the UK and Brian does some live "math" whilst the guys speculate about the price and conclude they need it. Brian is thinking about either buying or building a new amplifier and Richard tries to convince him to buy a Rivera as well while Blake is GASing for a Victory Kraken. Brian is concerned for Richard as he invents a new cocktail and Blake tells us a disgusting story about diet cola and we invoke the spirits of Max and Travis. PSA - Do not listen to the credit roll on this episode unless you want to hear terrible things.
The Martinsville Mouse, Spicy plus signs, Jeopardy, Thorpy FX, Too Jazzy?...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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495 - Gear flipping and Brian wonders whether he should make a deluxe Belle pedal Jan 10, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 495 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys are back with a whole bunch of random views on what's going on in the gear world, and start off with some discussion about the Germanium Tumnus, gear flippers, and financial advice from Brian. Richard's made a guitar error and he is not afraid to confess to his heinous crime and there is some talk about a new type of string bending mechanism that Brian probably needs.
Blake and the fine folk over at Stringjoy have a 30 Day Guitar challenge running and Richard listens to him this time and Brian admits to playing "that" solo over the holiday season. A box was thrown away and causes Richard to reflect on his terrible life choices and he uses words that Brian doesn't understand.
Brian experienced a strange anomaly - has he re-entered the Matrix, is he experiencing the Mandela effect, or is he just incredibly tired and emotional? Richard joins him in this rabbit hole and there is conspiracy chat before we return to Brian's pedalboard for New Year's Eve. Brian drops a name and Richard finds beauty in a sad story that came from Red Witch pedals.
Shout out to 60 Cycle hum, Stanley cups, B Corrugation, Jools Holland's Hootenanny, Dovydas Funko...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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494 - Happy New Year, Happy New Gear! Jan 03, 2024

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for episode 494 of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has been suffering badly with the Covids and opens up with some interesting confessions about the worst crimes he has committed. He is a terrible man. Brian and Blake also 'fess up and all the guys may - or may not - be in serious trouble as a result. Richard tells us some guitar based tales of his family, of wandering minstrels, and the resultant jamming that occurred and his tonal observations thereafter.
Analogman made a video demonstrating his impressive Germanium diode surplus and Brian admits he is interested as Blake fantasises about growing another eye. The guys talk about mixing guitar based music and some of the common mistakes one can make in the process. Oh and there is some lag and more noiseless pickup talk. Richard also asks about New Years resolutions and Brian hints at something monumental. Well, 'hint' might be pushing it to be fair...
Brian talks about Big Muffs and ways to improve the classic circuit while Richard asks about the way the controls are designed and this leads into a wider discussion about pedals and naming conventions. Blake then proceeds to blow Brian's mind with nothing other than kilohertz and Richard tells us about his new guitar as the guys discuss guitar setup tips.
The Wyland magic mailbox, Mini Amps, American chips, Notamuff, Rockit Tone hats, Brian's weird problem, Joe Bananamassa...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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493 - Betwixtmas special - The KDH Interview Dec 27, 2023

Brian and Richard are joined by infamous Youtube creator KDH for a special episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian invited Youtube creator and fellow gear nerd KDH onto the show and both he and Richard are astonished by how young he is - and by extension how old they are. He tells us about his earliest memories and the early inspirations that got him into playing, nerding out over gear, and making Youtube content. He tells us about his band Walker and his 1980's Hard Rock influences which is music to Brian's ears. Richard apologizes in advance for any cultural reference point based crimes that Brian may be about to commit before jumping into what influenced KDH to form a particular investigative style.
Richard is suffering from the Covid and also manages to completely misjudge everything. The conversation turns into an interesting look at an angle that the guys have never really looked at before and it makes Richard challenge his own views and mentally implode. We touch on some of the infamous controversial videos that KDH has published and learn some disturbing facts as we gaze into the abyss that is the guitar industry as it gazes back at us.
Brian is intrigued by KDH's video production methodology and asks about how he comes up with new content while also finding ways to keep it interesting as Richard fires off back handed compliments and generally misinformed nonsense. The guys look at the pedal industry, some of the business practices therein, and the ethics of cloning versus completely copying pedals.
It's also the final episode for 2023 so we would like to wish you all a fantastic New Year! Next year will mark our 500th episode so we look forward to bringing you even more of the same great content and complete jackfoolery.
WASP, Judge Judy, Kahler trems, Mirror Shades, The angry people, Dovydas, Advanced Chess, ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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492 - New rack gear day and insert Tubescreamer here Dec 20, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has a new piece of gear and he is very happy with it so tells us all about it - could it mean the introduction of a new form factor for Wampler gear? Meanwhile Richard isn't feeling himself (turns out he had Covid brewing but didn't realise it) and Blake has a guitar mystery. Do you hang your guitars or put them on a stand? The guys discuss the pros and cons before Brian makes a cannibalistic confession.
Blake has been playing with the Wampler Metaverse Delay plugin and tells us about a neat trick he has discovered before further discussion over delay algorithms and delay pedals commences. Richard asks the question that everybody has been asking once again and Brian considers the commercial implications of his thought process.
Does the artwork for an album still have relevance in the digital streaming world? Richard has recently watched a documentary about Hipgnosis, famous album cover designers to the greatest bands of their era, and is equally inspired and moved. He then makes a random confession and walks into a trap.
Brians special bakes, Brad Paisley, Germanium ICs, Mr Dynamite, Crazy tube circuits...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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491 - So, about that new Wampler Germanium Tumnus pedal then... Dec 13, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian welcomes us with tales of the sheer mania that occurred when we released a limited edition pedal that sold out instantly and he now wants to start manufacturing diodes for a living. There is some chatter about the technology inside the new Germanium Tumnus, the guys try to dispel a few common myths, and Richard tells us how he managed to break Google - and then invents something completely useless.
Blake and Brian give away a few video production tips for anyone trying to create their own gear channel and Richard laments the marketing efforts he and Brian made for a pedal that had already sold out. Meanwhile Brian is thinking about setting up a Wampler custom shop and gives you, dear listener, a heads up on this while Blake dreams of a new Leviathan fuzz and Richard has an epiphany!
Richard is worried about a porcine invasion into American lands and he quizzes the guys until there is a display of utter stupidity and farm based questioning. A proclamation about a new fuzz kit for the royal realms is heralded by Blake who also has a new gear day with an unexpected piece of kit and the guys love it. Brian accuses Richard of making things up.
Unicorn poop, Bullshine, Inflatable yachts, Live flipper interruptions, The king of Tony, The Dumbness, The key of Q...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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490 - We announce a brand new pedal... Dec 07, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We are joined today by Blake's manifestation of Maria Carey before Brian confounds his cohosts and we repeat the rules of Whamageddon for the benefit of the hard of thinking. Is Blake predicting the future and is Brian aware of the present? Almost. There is big pedal news too! Brian is releasing a very special pedal and he tells us all about it in this episode and it is sure to sell out quick - so this is an exclusive tip off for our beloved listeners!
Brian goes into great detail about a special component that makes this circuit sound a little different and there is some deep nerdery and unsolicited Lord of the Rings references. Meanwhile Richard went to meet industry legend Captain Anderton at his secret lair (ok, it's not so secret) and his mind is blown by the sheer number of beautiful things he got to look at, including the equally legendary Danish Pete.
What's your favorite speaker cab? The guys talk about their person favorite cab configurations and some potential speaker upgrades. An internet person has accused Brian of something and the guys chat around the concept of original circuits before passing on some ill thought and unprepared faux psychology tips.
Jinglebong, Blake's evil doppelganger, Boutique cheddar, Premium UK Content, Hempback speakers, Leviathans...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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489 - Is the JHS Notaklon a gateway drug? Nov 29, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Welcome, listeners, to some serious guitar talk! This week the biggest subject has to be the new Notaklon pedal construction set from the fine folk at JHS and we look at the sheer marketing genius that went into this release. Richard is impressed and dismayed in equal measure and predicts the future of internet memes. Brian has ideas and Blake postulates that guitarists shouldn't own soldering irons before Brian gives a rather major hint and then grows increasingly confused about his own pedals.
What's the weirdest music conspiracy theory you have ever heard? Richard opens up this debate based around a video he watched and Brian makes a world podcasting exclusive before discussing some news in the tech world. He also has beef with a waxwork model of Jimi Hendrix and tells us why. Richard witnessed the actor Jason Momoa recreating the graphics for the Wampler Pantheon on SNL and it blew his mind and talks to us about it with some mild idiocy.
Blake channels his inner lycanthrope and Brian dreams of wearables while the guys return the debate to Idiocracy. Meanwhile in the Shred Shed young Blake ponders the desirability of a pedal that bestows the tonality of an MP3 on your guitar before the subject of limited use pedals comes up. Richard lowers the tone when he mentions a disgusting pizza before he moves on to biscuits and gravy and Blake tells him why he is wrong about nearly everything.
Merterherd, The three pedal stooges, Circuit learnetry, Jabba the Hutt, Joe Satriani, Cheeto dust...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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488 - Introducing the Wamplificator and Brian's new course! Nov 22, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has had orders from the very top to create a certain new type of pedal and he has been burning the midnight oil to achieve this so we start off by listening to his merry tales. Blake channels his inner royalty and Richard questions the levels of surveillance and espionage that Brian is currently engaged in.
Another Kickstarter guitar has surfaced, promising to change the world as we know it, and the guys rapidly form some views and talk about them. Meanwhile Brian has been thinking up new pedal names and the results are of course completely brilliant. Richard has been pontificating about changing his guitar practice habits and makes a point of telling us.
The Beatles are at number one in charts and Richard is aghast and enthused as only he can be. Brian has worked on a song than has lethal potential as demonstrated when the other hosts nearly die laughing. Richard made a romantic gift for his wife and ruins it with his odd humor but has also some country music confessions. Brian has made a new course and you can find it at guitarpedalcourse.com.

Four Yorkshireman, Catty Wampus, Dignified snoring, the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band, Jolene, Something new happening soon? ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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487 - Wampler goat coffee and the new Beatles song Nov 15, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We start off with an unusually medical introduction and Blake has new monitors but is very secretive about them but offers some beauty tips. Meanwhile Richard has had a goody bag from the amazing Markus Reeves of Reeves Electro and was highly impressed. Blake opens up an old wound with Richard and it stings. It stings hard.
What takes 300ma and makes the Internet lose its mind? There's a new tuner from the tech wizards at Walrus Audio and the guys talk about it and Brian has some ideas on how to use it before evoking "that" solo again. He also gives us a few interesting tips on tuning and his favorite tuners. The new Beatles video makes Richard scratch his head but Brian is surprisingly indifferent. Richard asks whether the Beatles are the greatest pop group of all time and this leads to Blake singing some Backstreet Boys.
Blake wants a new signature Stratocaster and Richard takes the proverbial but admits that it is a beautifully put together guitar before dreaming up a new way of blackmailing potential advertisers. Then the British government disconnects Richard from the grid. Brian has been working on a new course about gain and he tells us all about it. Ai Joe Rogan reads the Patreon credits.
Crackeye, Circuit porn, Horny dogs, Martinsville maths, Adding more gain...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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486 - Halloween Spooktacular, fake guitar strings, and the Duke of delay Nov 08, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian heralds this episode in with a very royal fanfare and there is much merriment and delusion filled laughter as we hail the British King of fuzz. Brian hasn't been sleeping because he's been coming up with a multitude of crazy new ideas and he tells us about that as the guys trade age and caffeine based tales.
Richard tries to give the episode a Halloween theme against a backdrop of mild protestations and we discover that Brian has been out gigging on the Chickin' Picken' circuit. Brian tells us about the scary movies he has seen and the guys talk about scary music and wax lyrical about John Carpenter's musical chops. Richard discusses "Diabolus in Musica" as the discussion on spooky music threatens to become intellectual but the guys quickly rectify that.
Have you ever struck your elbow with a telecaster? It really hurts and the guys talk about guitar related mishaps before discussing a recent controversy in two parts starting with a discussion about "mojo" components and then the evil practice of dressing up newer components to look exactly like vintage ones. Meanwhile Brian has some unhygienic plans for the holiday season and makes a proclamation that has both his co-hosts questioning reality. Ai Gandalf reads the credits.
GuitarVivo, Unpopular Guitarpinions, Helloween, Polymorphia, Digital readouts, Cthulhu...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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485 - Guitar gear controversy and how to make the distort Nov 01, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
There is some prime guitar related content, allegedly, as the guys look at a recent moment of controversy involving a guitar learning tool and Richard makes a shocking personal revelation or two. Brian, on the other hand, has been arguing with machines. It is exactly as moronic as it sounds. Blake tries to inject some sensibility back into the conversation with limited success.
Blake wears two different hats, and reminds us he doesn't like one of the bestselling pedals of all time. Brian fires Richard on air before backing down and reaching an agreement about the best way to learn the guitar. Richard nearly knows all the chords and Brian mocks British bands of the 1990's. Some footage of Mr Oliver playing drums with Andy Wood has been leaked to the internet.
How do you feel about music while you eat? Blake has views and the guys chat about the pros and cons while Richard mentions a recent story involving a world famous producer and the loudness of a DJ , and Blake demonstrates his ability to deliver the worst Mick Jagger vocal impersonation ever. Brian has invented a new club for dullards, and Richard has found a new amp to GAS over from the boffins at ENGL. Ai Batman reads the credits.
Distorto-distortion, Rocksmith. Wu Tang, English Violence, The Frowning Freddies, It's all about angles, Frewed?...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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484 - Andy Wood masterclass and grunge level 10 Oct 25, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has been dabbling with technology whereas Blake's mind is going at a million miles a minute and he may just be losing his mind. This is the result of caffeine abuse and Brian is confused. Blake has been to see a punk band which leads to a debate about the best looking Les Paul ever. Whats the most annoying injury you can have as a guitar player? Richard has a theory and expounds upon it.
Richard found himself not just attending but also presenting at a masterclass with Wampler Artist (and friend of the show) Andy Wood - and so the self titled 'English King of Fuzz' expounded on his knowledge. He also got to look at a very special Les Paul and tells us all about it. There was a really cool coincidence and there was really hot Indian food and a secret jam may or may not have taken place with the Electric Love Aquatone.
The guys have discovered a new guitar gimmick and they discuss the merits of it and Brian has a number of product ideas. Richard apologises to the Big F as he was given a bum steer on some information about the Tone Master Pro. He also has some further DIY questions for Professor Wampler and so is schooled in a methodology that may or may not serve him for life. Brian saw some UFOs and has a minor Patreon update. Airnold Schwarzenegger reads the credits.
Doc Martens, Cheap pedalboards, Bobbins, The Iron Horse pub, Megadeth, The Martinsville glove, Tractor Racing...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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483 - Brian collaborates on a very special pedal... Oct 18, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
There's a lot going on in the world, happily that includes some pedal releases, and so Blake comes in with some of his own special extrovert phantasmal energy to help launch the new Benson Amps delay pedal. Brian and Richard discuss nerdy things to do with circuits, discuss some of the previous Wampler delay pedals (including the Wampler Metaverse), and remarkably Blake remains awake throughout. Meanwhile Brian had a listener tip off about impulse responses.
Meris have also released a new pedal - the Mercury X - a reverb pedal with lots of fun options and Blake has being playing with it while Richard laments not having one and Brian channels the Australian Beatles. Richard has however been playing with the Black '65 pedal and got unexpected results and tells the guys about this while the guys talk about making mix tapes on cassette.
Brian's been to Hollywood - he's a bit of a big deal don't ya know - and he tells us about his experience with street musicians and has some interesting observations. There is some food talk too. There is also talk of things that may not need to actually exist with a Stratocaster accessory that Richard is uncertain about. Finally, Brian announces a collaboration with another pedal manufacturer and you are going to love the result...
Blake must freeze, Kit and caboodle, Gregorian chants, Exposure bucks, Hector Schecter, 60' Cycle Hum...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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482 - There's a new sheriff in town - the Fender Tone Master pro Oct 11, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake's ready to become cybernetic so he ponders his potential upgrade path before the guys discuss a huge new release announcement from Fender, the Tone Master pro. Its a full scale digital modeling solution and it has the guys attention. Meanwhile, Richard is made to eat his words about who is the biggest fender fan on the show. But he is impressed with the marketing power of the aforementioned Californian guitar sculptors and believes it will be a big seller.
Who do you think are the three biggest brands in the guitar space? Richard has views and the guys make foolish and severely dangerous suggestions and at some point Brian summons the magic jazz bong before he laments the interface for his switcher again. Going back to the Tone Master, the guys talk about the processing power, the interface, and all the exciting bits in-between.
Mark Tremonti has announced he is getting into pedal building and Brian offers him some insight and encouragement and the guys imagine how the meetings might go down with his development team. There are inventions too - the new multi-surround amp from England's new king of fuzz amongst them - and it degenerates into further unwarranted idiocy before we look at Blake's new guitar. Richard gets label rage and we discover Brian is an Edgelord and is selling more guitars and contemplating upgrades. Ai Hank Hill reads the credits.
New Boot Goofin', Kung fu fightin', The ultimate something something, Richard's new guitar, Nut oil and gangle pins, Piracy on the high seas...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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481 - The Telecaster is a great instrument, but... Oct 04, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys start off with an unhealthy dose of utter nonsense before looking at some of the gear news of the moment including the new IR-X from Friedman. It has real tubes in it and Brian is a fan. Richard asks stupid questions and Blake sniggers at him. Brian talks about frequency spectrums. A pedal is virtually designed and it is laughed out of the room and Richard gets some appreciation bucks from Brian.
What is the oldest enclosure you have ever seen for an instrument? Richard tries to lay out a mysterious story and Brian fails to take the bait so he threatens to send him pedals. Meanwhile Brian tells us about the multitude of excellent business ideas he is constantly propositioned with. Richard says something that gets Brian's brain whirring and the result has implications.
Richard has been falling back in love with his telecaster and Brian and Blake can't understand why he ever put it down in the first place. Blake offers some advice about scale lengths and tells us all about a really cool conversation he had with a great guitarist and then talks to the guys about interface design and ergonomics.
Tone riddles, The pedal tank, Ridiculous band names, Switching systems, Plugin enhancements, a new magical world, Shrek...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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480 - The return of the Tweed '57 and the Black '65 Sep 27, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Wampler have released limited editions of two of their most popular products from the past, the Tweed'57 and the Black'65 "Amp in a Box" pedals, and Brian breaks down a little bit of the history of how they came to be. He also makes a number of potentially foolish video based confessions. Brian explains the core properties of the tone-stacks of the amp's these were based around, and how these pedals are a little different then normal drive pedals. He also explains the subtle improvements with the newer versions vs the originals, the unique switching modes, and the pedal gain structures - before hinting at a special set of videos...
Richard has unusual pedal related habits and breaks them down whilst also telling the guys about the design changes on the new pedals. He has also been using a pedal he created himself on his rig and it has made him very very happy, and he made a new Fuzz pedal too and it was perhaps his most successful circuit build ever. His enclosure however - well that was a failure. A terrible yet amusing failure.
Have you heard about the "Not for Josh" pedal from Poison Noises? Blake absolutely loves his and the guys talk about it. Richard, filled with confidence from his pedal build, asks some stupid questions. Blake then gives us a more detailed explanation of why Josh of JHS will never own this pedal. Never! Richard then asks how certain components work and Brian goes deep into science. NERD ALERT.
Brian's potty mouth incursions, Waterslides, Licking solder, Three lugs, Voltage dividers, Oh cool - more bass...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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479 - Rise of the ring modulators! Sep 20, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian starts off with some pure filth and Richard tells us tales of the life of an English school kid which massively confuses Brian and Blake. Meanwhile, Richard has graduated from pedal kits and has made his own pedal from scratch and tells us about it. He makes a slight tiny mistake, well, many, and informs us of his errors in great detail.
Brian lowers the tone further before the guys talk about solder, op amps, tone stacks, and fuzz benders. He redeems himself by schooling Richard in some fundamentals and they discuss the next project. Blake then wakes up. Richard has been generating AI music and tells us of his adventures whilst offending Blake massively and then they create a new Sci-Fi film.
What do you think the most famous guitar in the world is? Blake asked this question on social media and has a debate with the guys, and you might be surprised by the conclusion. Also, if you haven't joined the Patreon yet, this week the guys announce the some exclusive Wampler Pedal news exclusively for Patreons. Oh, and you definitely won't want to miss this weeks credits...
Gerald T Opamp, Bad anti-static advice, Frank Sinatra sings Brad Paisley, Daleks, Papaw Wampler ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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478 - The secret that the pedal industry has been keeping for years Sep 13, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been struggling with various household appliances and Brian has helpful diagnostic information while Richard provides an interesting view on electrical safety differences between certain countries. There is an update to a previous story regarding a famous gear Youtuber / Retailer and how the British advertising authorities reacted and what that means moving forward.
Richard provides an overview of his latest pedal DIY experiments and reveals his first ever pedal (built from a kit - what a cheat!)...and he has plans for the future. Naturally he made some noobish errors but luckily Brian was on hand to roundly mock him and provide good advice. Brian has been melting in the heat but has some great advice on component choice for any fellow nerds that are interested. Blake has a nap but wakes up when talk of powder coating occurs.
Blake has been installing new active pickups and tells us all about them and Brian offers up his consultancy services before telling us about his new snack discovery via the medium of increasingly terrible Dad jokes. Brian has also been considering making a new pedal / doorbell combination and Richard has found a new pedal "format" for budding pedal DIY nerds to get more hands on with their tone which may result in his expulsion from the guild of pedal makers.
Custer, Brimart, Frying chips, Capacitators, Ice cream...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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477 - The new king of fuzz? Sep 06, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard makes some bold and outrageous claims about his fuzz pedal credentials having built exactly one pedal ever and has had some help from one of our supporters and tells us all about it before he and Brian have a genius business idea. Yes genius that is what i said. Blake enquires about the density of a key component and Richard has the geekiest thing he has ever owned.
Brian has had a long weekend, a veritable blur of guitar activity, and he tells us all about the Woodshed Guitar experience. He hung with some of the finest players and effects minds in the business - and possibly trolled them all - and has an amazingly coincidental story about Brent Mason. It's fair to say a good time was had by all and somewhere out there there is footage of Brian in a hot jam. Brian also got to play the new PRS 'Telecaster' style guitar and he was surprised by his reaction.
There has been some controversy in the guitar word related to a well known retailer / youtuber and their involvement with an amp company which the guys were surprised by as they all thought it was common knowledge. The guys look at the serious side but also can't help but see the funny side too. There's also an update on the Van Halen video we discussed last week.
Adjusting trimpots, Indiana snow, Eric Johnson, The Metaverse, Bunking with Greg Koch, Yngwie...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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476 - Nashville Connections and Cascading Gain Circuits! Aug 30, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian and Blake come at Richard with some stereotyping and then Richard confesses he has been listening to some country music and some classic American rock. Is this a negative reality inversion? Meanwhile Blake tells us about a recent vacation where he got to play a guitar that needed serious setup. Brian asks about Richard's DIY and immediately regrets at least some of it and we soon discover its now turned into a bonafide addiction and a risk of fire. It's like Brian has opened up a whole new world for Richard as he babbles away about J201s and resistor values.
A video of Van Halen performing in the UK in the 1980s surfaced for about 24 hours and there was an insane Eddie solo that the guys talk about prior to discussing the restoration of another classic rock film. Meanwhile Brian's been to Nashville to hang out with the legendary Brent Mason and tells us about his preparations for the Andy Wood 'Woodshed Guitar Experience' - which he is definitely excited about. Blake ruminates about next year's NAMM.
Fender have lifted their UK prices which has caused some consternation, and this leads on to some conversation about some new special edition guitars. Blake gives us some logical reasons for Fenders pricing strategy. Have you ever had much experience with flying with a guitar? How did that work out for you? Brian tells us a tale and the guys chat about different strategies for travelling long distance with your guitar.
Bonnie Raitt, Calming flute music, Symmetrical clipping, Internet wit, Mountain facts, Livestock pricing...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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475 - The guys take a holiday - it's still disturbing and glorious Aug 23, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are here for a classic episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian's out of town, possibly making something that is classified for someone top secret, and so we've decided to re-run one of our classic episodes for you this week with one of our favorite guests of all time, Mr Greg Koch.
If you are a member of our Patreon we did record an extra show for you to check out as a thank you for your, ahem, patronage. It would be remiss of me not to say that now is a great time to join the Chasing Tone Patreon - there are over 120 exclusive and uncensored episodes over there, and you get our undying love too. You can also join the executive producers and get a shout out every week in a random, and often hilarious* style!
Greg has some signature pedals - including the Diabolical Gristle Tone Manipulator - so Brian asks a little bit about them and how they came to be before the inevitable conversation about food leads on to a little talk about Greg's journey to his current tea(coffee)-total state via Keith Moon's biography...There are some serious points raised when Greg raises his own unique personality traits and how they defined the beginning of his life - he speaks pretty candidly. Greg also gives some great advice about how to get started in the music business, what it takes, what it doesn't take, and how he made it through all of the pitfalls that were placed in his way.
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474 - Profiling explained and a DIY pedal beginner seeks Brian's help Aug 16, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has an anecdote about the Dave Matthews band which he shares with the guys while Richard talks about Threads and an advert that uses the same piece of stock music as this show does. Brian recalls the time he met Hartley Peavey, Blake worries about the provenance of his hat, and Richard talks about the new Jake. E. Lee signature amp from Dave Friedman which he very much loves.
How do you set the whammy bar up on your 'Strat? Richard asks the question because he saw a great tip on the interwebs and wants to share it with the listeners, but has to struggle agains certain negative attitudes towards said instrument. Meanwhile, Brian rants in silence while the guys hurl insults at him. The guys then look at the myth of the backplate and whether it is acoustically or electrically significant and Richard is getting into DIY pedals. Brian give his some helpful tips on soldering and breadboarding and general DIY advice. Let's see how much Richard listens to him...
Would you rather have a really rubbish amp or a really rubbish guitar? The guys chat about this and about how important the right cab can be while Brian struggles to think of a name for a Wah pedal. Again. Brian also confesses he has a collection of domains and this baffles Richard, who has fallen in love with a new Jazzmaster guitar and is also thinking about the Tone-X pedal. Origin has released a new Klon clone and Brian tells us a bit about the history of the Tumnus Deluxe before he and Richard drop some huge hints about a new release.
Peavey on the Teevee, Mon Chat, Ear protection, Steve Lukather, Megadeth disappointment, Steve Martin, Mustard crimes...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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473 - It was the Boss Metalzone pedal all along! Aug 09, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys go straight in at 80,000 feet with the UFO hearing in the USA that dominated the news for about 24 hours and discuss the ramifications of such revelations. Brian speculates that there is more going on and Richard uses a long word and tells us about the horrific weather he has experienced this summer in England. Get your tin foil hat ready.
The legendary amplifier company Sunn has been resurrected from the past and the chaps discuss the history of the brand and its products. Blake goes into some detail and talks about the makeup of the new company while Richard gets confused multiple times and Blake threatens to revoke his podcasting licence.
Meanwhile EHX have released a brand new mini pedal line and the first one has got the guys thinking. Not too hard, to be fair, as they then try to describe the entire line and pricing strategy in possibly the least sensible way ever. The guys also stumble across a new conspiracy theory related to guitar gear that you will not want to miss. Brian makes a disturbing confession. Do you ever buy autographed items? The guys debate the music industry and how it values signatures or not as the case may be...
Cthulhu, Greasy Mitts, Soup Hat, Pog War, Scented candles, Tom Delonge, 1970's clickbait..it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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472 - A new amplifier project? Aug 02, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
In the light of recent current events, Richard has decide to rebrand himself, so Blake helps him out with a phone call to someone before telling us about another music festival he attended. Meanwhile, Brian has been hanging out on tour buses, licking windows, and ignoring Barbie while Richard has learned how to make a nuclear device.
The guys have noticed a slew of pedal releases in the last week so ponder if there is something in the water whilst dropping a few hints. Maybe. Richard has a life-hack for stopping guitar strings from getting stinky after cooking. Kinda. He also has a genuine fix for a crappy cable and tells us all about it as he continues his quest of "one man versus every guitar cable". Richard is also thinking about making a DIY pedal kit and Brian gives him some advice.
Brian has been thinking about making an amplifier and the guys chat about how it should be specced a little before looking at some boutique pedalboard amps. Blake tells us all about his love of crooked slider knobs and how he has been pushed over the edge to buy a new delay pedal. There's also some mention of a very special guitar auction.
Knock-off Tees, Men in black, AC vs DC, The Producer knob, Barbenheimer, Kramer hot dog guitars, ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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471 - Trey Xavier - Helping us all make music better! Jul 26, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by the ultra talented YouTube sensation Trey Xavier for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys are delighted to be joined by the one and only Trey Xavier this week who's "Secret Price of the Creative Life" video almost caused Brian to reach his resonant frequency and spontaneously shatter. Trey is a super nice, ridiculously talented, and ultra experienced YouTube creator and he has got a hugely popular channel where amongst other things he breaks down music as submitted by his audience.
Trey tells us all about the trials and tribulations of creating content for YouTube and how to manage the expectations of an audience and candidly speaks on the topics that trouble him, the issues he faces, and how he overcomes them. Meanwhile, Richard uses language that confuses Brian. All of the guys chip in with the debate and amazingly stay on topic throughout as they also discuss some of the surprising things they have come across on the internet as content creators.
The debate turns to the direct model for artists creating, producing, and distributing their own content and how life for musicians has radically shifted as a result. This leads on to a detailed discussion about how to build income streams from creativity and how to find your niche in an increasingly crowded creative space. The guys look at song crafting, riff writing, and commercial implications, and there are confusing breakfast cereal moments.
Those are Brian's chickens, Wiggly tape recorder, More hats, Wangs, Loopy Tingles...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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470 - Its kind of a Fizzy Fuzzy thing Jul 19, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake's not wearing his trademark tank top and this has turned Brian's world upside down and inside out and he confesses that he feels subnormal. To augment this Brian has been trying to use AI to build guitar pedals with some limited success so he tells us a little about the lessons he has learned and those he wished he had learned while Richard tells us about his love for Taylor Swift.
Richard tells us a bit more about the guitar auction he has become obsessed with and he highlights a couple of rarities that caught his eye and talks about his ability to destroy a Kahler trem one handed. Meanwhile Blake has been to what he calls a "Hippyfest" and he tells us all about it and schools Richard in the ways of the muffalletta.
A new social media platform was launched by Meta Corp and the guys chat about it and make some wild and baseless predictions involving lizards and AI. The guys have also been mentioned in an academic text so there is a bit of discussion on that whilst tactfully swerving a deep dive.
Chad Jepeedy, The Doors, Industrial Mincing Machine, Cuckerberg, Knob color, New pedals...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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469 - JHS Triumphs and every day is taco day at the Wampler household Jul 12, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is aroused at an ungodly hour in order to fit podcasting in with his schedule of celebrations while Richard is holding speaker and amplifier brands for bargaining power as he attempts to understand the customs of his American friends. Blake is also considering expanding his empire and this turns into a conversation about land prices and his new understanding of capo love.
Josh Scott of JHS pedals did a livestream covering the Wampler Triumph and Phenom pedals and Brian and the guys chat about it. Richard has been wondering about the career longevity of hard rock singers and Brian unveils a whole new talent for vocalisation. Meanwhile Brian has been gigging and had an equipment revelation but it takes a little bit of teasing to get it out of him and Richard fumbles his words in a typically embarrassing manner.
Richard had an unexpected music shop delivery and tells Brian and Blake about the excitement it caused initially and the guys talk a little bit about the Synergy modular pre-amp system. Richard also drops some pedal hints. Kinda. Theres also been another interesting release from the clever fellers over at Warm Audio and the guys check it out whilst simultaneously proving they are all massive hypocrites. Also kinda.
Chase Bliss Tank Tops, Cyan LEDs, Dwight Shultz, Terraform lies, The Piesley drive, They're ALL tube screamers...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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468 - Dave Grohl is everywhere and I wish to embark on some stroodling Jul 06, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is back from Sweetwater's gearfest and he is quite excited to share the many random shenanigans he has been involved in including participating in various manly exercises with Dovydas. He's also hung out with pretty much everyone who is anyone in the gear world and dishes up all the juicy gossip. Well. Kinda. Blake also got to try out the new PRS T-Style guitar and has views - and Brian admits he is open to trying one.
Brian's been messin' with "Eye of the Tiger" and also he's been messin' with the guys.
Blake has also been hanging with the guys from Shure and has some microphonic knowledge to impart with us all before the guys look at a controversial subject - acoustic guitars with printed relic'ing...and then we have a podcast first...a live gear reveal
Richard watched a weekend's worth of Glastonbury and has some views that may or may not be both baseless and controversial. But generally he really enjoyed it and was surprised by his favorite act of the weekend and refreshed by the simple act of discovering a couple of new bands (well - new to him). Richard's also been playing with his Soldano Miniamp and a Wampler Ethereal and loves it very much. Oh, AI pedals, thats a thing too.
Compressed cabbage, Live guitar unboxing, Guns and Roses, The Teskey Brothers, Twerking, Ashdown engineering, We love guitar shops...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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467 - New PRS guitar and Bucket Brigade envy Jun 28, 2023

Brian, Richard, and, (checks notes), Jake are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is away to Sweetwater for some sort of content creator jamboree so we are blessed to be joined by the giant intellect of Jake Steffes, Wampler's top engineer, and he has some grievances to air. Richard is intrigued to hear about Jake's early years, how he got into electronics and how he wound up making awesome pedals via Brian's legendary deck and fishpond.
Brian and Richard have a genius idea for a new sport. Sorry, not genius, whats the word I'm looking for? Idiotic. Yes Idiotic. The guys then take a look at the history of one of Wampler's best selling pedals, the Ethereal, which was one of Jakes proudest achievements at the time despite the challenges of the limited interface. Richard also drops a large hint before Brian completely destroys him.
Paul Reed Smith have announced the Myles Kennedy signature guitar which looks somewhat like a telecaster, and so the guys talk about it. Richard is currently not a fan of the aesthetics, but he may be swayed as time heals all shocks, and admits he would be up for trying one. There is some Bass talk, and there is band talk, because Jake happens to be a fantastic player in an awesome band! The guys then look at the topology of the new Boss delay machine and Jake breaks down what he loves about it in an almost on-topic section of the podcast.
4 legged transistors, StupidGPT, Circuit board saw, Terraformalayverbstortion, Flying Figs, the 18 inch pedal, Lockjaw, we love BBDs, Zucc vs Musk...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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466 - J Mascis and the Land of Squeezable Cheese Jun 21, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has been playing with some new audio hardware and we open up hard and fast with his new purchase and why it is pleasantly surprising and why he should never be allowed near the naming of pedals. Meanwhile Fender have announced a brand new fuzz pedal which has set the internet ablaze with interest and the guys take a misinformed sidewards glance at this news while Blake salivates muchly.
Our good friend Mr Robert Keeley has made some limited edition "Pepper" grinders and Richard is very envious about this exotic culinary device. Richard also saw an awesome pedalboard hack on the Wampler Tone Group and he talks about why it is the way forward. He also has an exclusive David Gilmour related tip and he shares it all for you dear listener before making wildly inaccurate assumptions about synthesisers and trying to talk about Acoustasonics again.
Did Joe Bonamassa have the greatest new guitar day ever? We think he may just have with his latest purchase from Norman's Rare Guitars...Have you ever bought a cheap imported clone guitar from abroad? How did that work out for you? Brian's tempted and the guys chat about knockoff guitars and crazy merchandise before Brian invents the greatest ever doorbell thus proving he is the ultimate in non-human intelligence.
The Guitarnation, Artificial Brian, Government hacks, Breaking news live on air, Blackmail, the portable peanut butter porter...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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465 - The Wong Episode Jun 14, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by the one and only Cory Wong for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We are joined by the legend that is Cory Wong and naturally we talk compression and specifically the Wampler x Cory Wong Compressor. First though, it's calculator nostalgia - because why not? Cory then gives us a little insight into his early days, his formative influences, and the mindset he developed that has got him to where he is today. Creative folk are going to absolutely love this episode!
Brian is curious to learn about some of the bands that influenced Cory and also how he built up his ridiculously precise sense of rhythm. He tells us a trick that anyone can follow but it may cause marital issues and it requires dedication. Cory also breaks down the formula for his influences in a candid interview while also showing us how he channels his creativity into his art.
Cory also details the songwriting process he follows from the ground up and then we get on to some reader questions - most of which are vaguely sensible. He tells us some session work tales and then Brian and he analyze how the Wampler x Cory Wong compressor came to be and what makes it different. Cory also graciously joins us for the first part of the Patreon so this might be a good week to join us for the secret stuff...
Please note - because this is a long and information-dense episode we didn't manage to get the producers names in at the end - sorry bout that - normal service resumes next week...well I say "normal"....
Drug Wars, Skateboards, Nile Rogers, obscure Blackadder reference, Production tips...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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464 - Soldering irons are dangerous and everyone loves a heavy pedal.... Jun 07, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been collecting Brians and we discover what on earth this actually means this week in an all new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast! He also has a new pedal from Origin and has fallen in love with it so he spills the beans. Not literally, that would be messy. Meanwhile Brian has a new obsession that leaves Richard distinctly unimpressed.
Richard has been learning about the importance and power of good arrangement in music production and tells us an anecdote or two about what he learned before Brian and Blake break out the cowbells. Richard also tries to convince the guys about the Fender Acoustasonic and may as well be talking to a brick wall so he creates a new sitcom revolving around Brian and his love of patch cables.
Brian admits to some very strange beach habits before tackling the opening topic Richard had prepared, and then steals Richard's idea which almost causes an implosion. He also makes some bold predictions about the future which are possibly insightful. And then the credits. Oh, the credits.
Gordon's alive, Natural born genius, Royal Blood, Hi Ren, Swimming laws...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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463 - The $48,000 Stratocaster and Brian visits Brent Mason in Nashville May 31, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has been banned from using a certain AI program and Blake has eaten a mighty breakfast which the guys open up with. Meanwhile Brian has been to Nashville - and there is discussion about castles - and he also went to see Brent Mason and ended up one incredibly beautiful Strat better off! The world's least secret proto-type-type gets a mention again while Brian suffers from some serious whammy bar distress.
What sort of tuners do you like on your guitar? The guys have views and they discuss it via the medium of weak family guy references and the Wu-Tang Clan. Meanwhile Blake has been breaking guitar hardware and Brian has been down the 3D printing rabbit hole on Reddit and considers a range of products he could print himself.
Fulltone have announced they are coming back to the market and the guys chat about it and the bubble in prices that happened recently when they announced they were ceasing production. Boss have released a new twin delay pedal, with a special EVH inspired version, and so the guys take a look at it while Brian tells us about how old he is and how he wants to revisit his Strat tossing days.
Robust drinking fellows, Granulated turrets, Underground mushroom cellars, How Brian Djents, Withnail & I, The many temptations of Richard...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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462 - New Soldano amplifier and insubordination! May 24, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is excited about his new clothing purchases and Richard admits to certain middle age features. Welcome to the dad fashion episode. Meanwhile Richard got to visit the studio of McFly and gives us a report on what he found. Mainly guitars. Lovely guitars - and awesome solos too...
Brian's been thinking about Strats again...will this result in a new mini obsession for Captain Wamps? Well lets wait and see...charts may be involved. The boys do well to uphold a new ban on Brian's favoured technology fetishes and Blake tells us all about his incoming new guitar.
Richard made an incredibly foolish bet on the Eurovision song contest and tells us of his observations from the performance including the appearance of a guitar he has never seen before. Brian has found an advert looking for a new musician in Craigslist and is thinking of applying to join the band and the guys look at a large security breach.
The genius of George Lucas, Meteora...Bass?, BA Baracus, Borderline Toxic, Gentle Yanks, the squarest venue in Squaretown ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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461 - John Mayer is using three separate pedalboards on his solo tour? May 17, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian fantasises about British Hulk Hogan as we slip into todays crevice of disorderly and disjointed discussion nuggets. Firstly there is some talk about female vocalists and Brian reveals who his favorite female fronted band is. There is a new CEO at Gibson so the guys talk about what this might mean for such a prestigious and historic brand. Richard drops his greatest / worst (delete as applicable) pun ever.
Blake has a very rare pedal that he is willing to part with for a serious amount of cash and Brian is instructing his staff to hit more pedals with hammers. There has been some paradigm shifting news in the world of DAWs and the guys discuss this and what it means for everyone before arguing over the power of Garageband.
Richard tells us about a secret Eric Clapton gig and wonders why there were not enough guitar solos involved in the coronation of the King. He also has some technical issues and looks to his favorite guitar people for advice. Then Richard gets asked to read the end credits in an American accent and the resulting idiocy gives Blake serious breathing problems due to uncontrollable laughter.
Idiocracy, We love Henning, John Mayer memes, People pleaser strat, Cocking tubes...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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460 - Is Klonageddon upon us? May 10, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian makes a confession which disappoints Blake and delights Richard so the episode begins with some serious GAS with an additional helping of buffoonery. This leads into a discussion about DIY guitar building and Blake channels his inner Bruce Dickinson.
According to the internet Blake is a string billionaire and we look into the rumors circulating about his collection of superyachts and Richard gets a well deserved spraying. Richard's been to two gigs this past week too so he tell us how they were and how he was pleasantly and unpleasantly surprised by a number of potentially amusing things.
Have you ever bought a counterfeit pedal ? the guys discuss why thats really not a good thing before looking at the longevity of Klons and repairing gooped pedals in general. The inevitable Ai discussion occurs and there are some scary thoughts and accusations that Richard is an automaton.
Romance scams, Here are the old men, Jake Shears, Dr Wamplers Degooping solution, Unexpected comfortably numb...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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459 - If Johnny Bravo played a guitar, it would be this... May 03, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast which this week has been sponsored by Henning Pauly's new songwriting course!
The guys start off with a little look at how the Cory Wong compressor first came to be with a couple of fond memories of our much missed tone brother Mr. Alex Clay who was integral to the conception of our latest pedal. Blake has been eyeing up new pickup sets and has settled on a brand and asks the guys for advice and almost immediately regrets it.
Richard went to see a movie and tells us all about it - Brian cannot compute - so we start speculating about everyones favorite bazillionaire social media owning rocket melon. Richard has also fallen in love with a new guitar design and almost expires whilst looking at the price of it and Brian dips his toes into the world of MusicMan guitars.
Blake has been listening to Dwight Yoakam and he and Brian reminisce via the medium of Elvis tainted vocal impersonations and bizarre anniversary related thoughts. Inevitably Brian finds a way of shoehorning more AI content in and so does so whilst plotting the ultimate prank and Richard is not convinced...
Piloting tip of the week, Cheese sections, Brian's strat confessions begin, Steamed hats, Peshwari Nan ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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458 - The Wampler x Cory Wong Compressor pedal is here! Apr 26, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake kicks off with a demonstration of his new super (annoying) powers (which nauseates Richard immensely) before the guys go straight in to some news from the music and Ai worlds. Someone has managed to make an Ai Kanye and it sounds particularly impressive so the guys debate what this means with their normal levels of detail and insight. Blake has been playing with the new BOSS Gigcaster which despite being used as a torture device against Richard is actually a very neat piece of kit.
Wampler Pedals have released a brand new pedal - the all new Wampler x Cory Wong Compressor & Boost - and the guys are excited to talk about it. Richard is proud of his extended April Fool joke and Brian struggles with words. In the words of the super talented Cory Wong, this is not your Dad's compressor - this is an EGO style compressor but also has a great MDX style boost circuit. In a first for Wampler pedals it also sports an "Always on" function and a simultaneously active XLR output so you can go to your recording interface and your amp together.
Blake has been to NAMM and tells us about some highlights. The guys are in love with the Binson Mechanical Echorec and chat a little bit about that. Richard makes bad jokes about the hall and some obscure Alan Partridge references before looking at some game-changing hardware that he thinks will change the guitar industry forever.
The Terrorverse, Tractors and Snakes, Blue Tick madness, Richard Sings, I am the Lizard king, 98% Bono, The Seymour Duncan Hyperswitch...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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457 - Every new pedal all at once and the Neural Miku Apr 19, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake comes in fast and cold with what he describes as a "mini rant" about a shopping experience he had whilst looking for a particular rare pedal and the guys discuss the joys of trying to get ones own money refunded. Meanwhile Richard has discovered that a famous rock band takes sustenance from a very traditional British drink whilst he laments about his lack of NAMM. Somehow Arnold Schwarzenegger is involved.
Speaking of NAMM, Brian tells us why he also didn't go this year whilst Blake tells us why he is excited while the guys talk about a plethora of new pedals from a number of manufacturers. Spraying may occur. There is also some sad news from the Oliver household and Richard tells all while Blake manages to cheer him up with a random story.
JHS released a new octave fuzz pedal and the guys attempt to talk about it without any knowledge of what they are speaking about - so nothing new there - and Brian mentions that we have a limited amount of quality B-Stock on the Wampler website. There were also some new pedals from Universal Audio which the guys dig and Richard is becoming more American by the minute and also gets so many things wrong but we shall excuse him for once.
Fake English news, Insider jokes, Wildlife revelations, Alien portals, Gateway to Sedona, Bullshine returns, Day of the reverbs, Toilet humor, Wuthering Heights...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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456 - Well this is awkward... Apr 12, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard almost accidentally leaked a new pedal on the video version of the show and somehow this leads into a discussion about Chat GPT and pizza. Only one of those topics is worthy of the attention and it isn't the one Brian chooses. We also learn of the nefarious activities of the Welsh Secret Service whilst enjoying an almost intelligent discussion about the internet.
Blake's off to NAMM and he is worried about what he may once have said and the guys chat a little bit about this years show and the attendance thereof. He makes some interesting points about the value of the show and Richard laments the fact he has never been despite hating trade shows.
Blackstar have released the third in their line of floorboard amps and the guys try and debate it and the market space it sits in and Richard fails to describe his thoughts accurately. There was big news recently in the world of Marshall amplification and the guys dig into it and what it might mean for the brand moving forward before Richard gives us an update on his band project.
Babbage's machine, Gene Hackman, Hot toes, Crate G40, New Synergy 6505 module, Loose goose philosophy, Sega Dreamcast...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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455 - What is a plugin? it's the final part of the DAW deep diversion! Apr 05, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has got some new toys and it causes much annoyance to Richard within 60 seconds and this in turn leads to irregular vitamin suspicions and a tale of Blake's Grandfather's Mexican shopping adventures. Meanwhile Brian has established what day it is and Richard schools him in the ways of time traveling and 90's rave moves.
It is the final part of the DAW deep dive and it starts off with a disclaimer about terminology and professionalism in journalism. Brian then goes into the nature of Reverb and plugins and IRs and talks about using it in a recording environment a little before telling us about some Wampler Pedals that he are available from IK multimedia. There is some exclusive plugin news and Blake has a neat hack for increasing your ability to add effects to tracks in your DAW. Richard then manages to confuse himself by multitasking and gets various things wrong multiple times.
There were some leaked pedals which the guys discuss and pay particular attention to a control choice. Gibson have launched an expensive tribute to the original "Greeny" Les Paul and a friend of the show has bought one which leads to some silly product placement and a discussion about why it actually represents great value for money.
Tetra high cannibal, Alien abductions, Morley volume pedals, Red Leicester, Dirty pot...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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454 - Who's a Bad Monkey and part two of our deep(ish) DAW dive Mar 29, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has been burning the candle at both ends as they say as he has been working on number of new circuits. This leads the guys onto a discussion about a certain green simian themed pedal that has been literally meme'd to death. There has also been a lot of slightly dubious information circulating the interwebs about the circuit design of this particular pedal so Brian breaks it down and gives us a look at what made this pedal different.
Brent Mason is being inducted into a very prestigious event and Brian has been asked to pick out his favorite songs and it has caused his brain to melt and provokes Blake and Brian into some very bizarre a capella guitar stylings. Richard does his best to ignore and tells us a little about some playing he's been enjoying.
Finally the guys get onto Part Two of the deep dive into DAWs and Richard immediately goes down the wrong path. They guys correct him and start off by talking about miking up a guitar and recording into a DAW and Brian gives us a few choice tips on placement, phasing, and mullets. Richard lets us in on his delay secrets and also offers practical tips for not frying your cpu. There is BIG coyote news this episode too...
Ponzi pedals, Spongebob Brianpants, Mass spray confusion, Google plus, Shameless plug, Hot meth and fresh coffee ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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453 - Deep Dive into DAWs - Part 1 Mar 22, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard suffered some time travelling issues as he rolled into this show and feels a new affinity with his American chums as a result. Brian, on the other hand, goes political again and Blake indulges in some Anglophobic aquatic hate speech before announcing his undying love for a new piece of gear.
Brian has to write a lot of "Q"s and the guys are suspicious about his motivations for doing so and of course Chat GPT comes back in to focus. Richard has been learning about how some educational establishments are tackling the growing problem of Chat GPT teaching and Brian quickly dismissed his views.
There was a message from a listener this week (Thanks Nick) which asked whether the guys would have a little dive into the world of DAWs and guitar recording so the guys attempt to do just that with mixed results. This episode feels extremely on topic. Must be something in the water. Oh look Richard messed up another initialism, business as normal then.
Tropical fish capacitors, Ai generated podcasts, Bill Microsoft, Fungi, Focuswangler 2000, Lemon Curry?...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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452 - The Fastest New Guitar Day ever? Mar 15, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian advises that Blake should isolate himself in the shred shed as he appears to have developed several interesting strains of virus in his household, and is then amazed at the girth of baritone strings. This leads into some admiration of the current Squier range and Baritone scale length discussion. Brian then goes into a mysterious black hole and Richard does his best to rescue him but fails miserably as it degenerates into a local politics discussion.
Richard has bought a new guitar - and the time it took from telling Brian and Blake it existed to buying it was a new show record. He's changed his mind about reliced guitars and Brian manages to drag the conversation back to the gutter. There is also some discussion about the new Marshall pedal reissue range, including Brian breaking down part of the schematic, and he also gets called out in public.
Brian has been educating Richard on amp setup with predictably amusing results before attempting to do an a cappella tap solo. Meanwhile Blake ponders whether Dave Grohl is the nicest man in music. He's certainly up there. Like the UFO that Richard saw. Yes you read that right. Theres also some talk about the weird emotions that one goes through when selling a guitar.
Monstrous swords, Mallard updates, Lying Ai, Time travel conundrums, Qunintruple denim, the court of the crimson king,...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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451 - Is this the magical frequency? Mar 08, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
It's Blake's turn to join the ranks of the unwell this week, and he's not annoyed at all, and Richard has been rendered 25% more stupid as a result of visiting a well known front page for the internet. Blake's also been working a new harmonizer pedal with Mr. Black and tells us all about it while Brian yells at clouds before breaking down some facts about the Tennessee Twanger.
JHS released some new fuzzes and a battery sag utility pedal and the guys talk about it despite horrendous lag before looking at other random pedals. Brian laments the difficulties of pedal naming and Richard points out a problem he's come across more than once. Blake has found a new favorite frequency with some practical results and tells us all about it.
Why do we stop exploring new music as we get older? The guys talk about an article that breaks down some of the reasons we may have for looking to new music more in certain parts of our life. Richard attempts to give a half-baked synopsis which prompts Brian into Hillbilly robot summariser mode. No - not the Chat GPTS!! AAAaaarrrrgh
Advanced levels of humor, Rhyming slang, Egg facts, Duckman, Tom Delonge, Blake IS weird, Jazz confessions...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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450 - An insane analog digital hybrid situation Mar 01, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian is contemplating a career as a professional whistler and goat sound impersonator while Blake has been annoying his family with his wrestling impressions and Richard wants to talk about guitars. Welcome to Chasing Tone!
Blake has his new Tube Amp expander and the guys talk about this and some battery powered tomfoolery too. If Brian can put a switch and a blue LED on it, he's definitely gonna be doing it. Richard wants a new pedalboard and has some wood envy and the guys look into how to fix this.
Have you ever wondered how much money guitar players actually make? The guys watched this video and discussed it for a minute before the inevitable tangental traversal occurred. Eventually they return to the subject and there is some actual rational debate. Not much, but some.
Multi-metas, Starch wars, Dork off, Polar pops, Don't milk Blake, ChatGPT again...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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449 - Brian's been breadboarding with Brent Mason Feb 22, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The saga of Brian's use of Chat GPT to avoid him ever having to communicate with other human beings continues, much to the annoyance of Richard, and the guys look at the issue of who owns the intellectual property to AI generated material. There was also an interesting article about the state of the music industry and the revenues of each form which the guys take a look at before tackling the recent Superbowl half time show.
Richard has learnt something about the production of a classic 1970's song and it blew his mind, but before he tells Brian and Blake about it, he first has to teach Brian about the song. He also reveals a terrible fact about the band's name before moving on to the gift that keeps giving, the ongoing saga of Pink Floyd and Roger Waters.
Marshall are re-releasing a bunch of pedals, including the Bluesbreaker and the Guv'nor, so the guys break down the news and Brian inevitably returns at Chat GPT for answers. Sigh. When will he learn? There was also an early release of the TONEX pedal that gets discussed and leads to some mystery. Call in Scooby!
Robomusk, Giant Steaks, 2 Milliamp authentication, Doomla CMS, UFO talk...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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448 - Always make sure you are using the correct power supply! Feb 15, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian is a blowing in the wind melodiously as we start this episode with some good ole' fashioned brain foggery and he admits to one common mistake that people make when building DIY pedals. By people he means him. Meanwhile Blake has been reaching stereo tonal nirvana thanks to his new Wampler Pedal.
Richard is unwell again with round 2 of the winterflu and looks at the twitter war between Pink Floyd's Roger Waters and David Gilmour's wife and writing partner, Polly Samson. Somehow this also involves Hulk Hogan and Macho Man Randy Savage. Richard also rants off about unsubstantiated personal views that are in no way endorsed by the podcast and he makes some highly idiotic statements before revealing a shocking secret that he instantly regrets.
Brian has invented a new cryptocurrency and the guys need convincing to a degree. Meanwhile Blake lets us in to an industry secret involving Mr. Dumble and why he wouldn't be part of a cashless society. We also discover Brian has been furthering his journey into AI despite the protests of literally everybody except Skynet.
Blake enters the Metaverse, Wetleg, Single Malt cough syrup, Mr Joshy, a Les Paul with a Glaser Bender, Lou Ferrigno...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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447 - Brian needs one of every Telecaster ever made on planet earth Feb 08, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We get off to a good start when Brian plays the wrong theme tune, it's only gonna get worse I assure you...we also livestreamed this episode with mixed results so if you want to hear Richard without the chipmunk voice, this is the place to be. There was a leak of a Strymon pedal this week and the chaps talk about it - there are some mixed views. There was also a peak at the new IK Multimedia AmpliTube Tonex and the guys also talk about it and Blake has had a sneak peak at the software. Blimey guv'nor, thats almost on topic!
Google have been making Ai generated elevator music and the guys have views - also Richard may or may not be a massive liar - and the debate on AI rumbles on. Sarah Connor? Richard also discovered the backstory behind the John Lydon Eurovision attempt and it was not what he expected - he feels guilty for being so judgemental, but why change the habit of a lifetime?
Eric Johnson is playing at the Woodshed Guitar experience this year and Brian is stoked to be going! He tells us a little bit about what to expect based on his previous experiences.
Brian turns Englishish, Axel Wyland, Omnijazz, Tim Apple, Suhr Alt-T's, Twitterland...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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446 - Johnny Depp will not be here in a minute Feb 01, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Our glorious leader has returned from his sickly malaise and although he is not quite firing on all cylinders he is at least semi-coherent. He has discovered some unusual effects from his illness though and opens up with some interesting observations about how his playing has changed as a result.
You may have seen a little bit of controversy over the recent Pink Floyd (take a shot, spray yourself etc.) logo redesign to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dark Side of the Moon. It is possibly the dumbest story that the guys have discussed but discuss it they do! I wish Debs hadn't left me...Blake weeps for humanity as we dissect some of the comments that the internet has churned up. I'm just going to say that if you are playing the Pink Floyd drinking game, you will want to choose something very low in alcohol...
Meanwhile in the Shred Shed, Blake has been recording some heavy sounds with his children and tells us all about his new career as a music mogul. He's also had a new (old) amp day experience and he is a little excited by it as we discover and then the conversation focuses on the Boss Tube Amp Expander as an adjunct to our conversation on attenuators. Do you like tone knobs on your guitars? Are they essential? The guys debate this important subject via the medium of Spice analysis, and there is no spraying!
Boutique Eggs, Portland Hipsters, Jeff Beck Pt.2, The financials of vinyl, Blueberry Blood, Kazoo effects...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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445 - Error! Brian Wampler not found, press CTRL + ALT + GAIN Jan 25, 2023

Blake and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast - I'm sure someone is missing here...
Brian is feeling a little under the weather (to put it mildly) so Blake and Richard try and persevere whilst hoping the Indiana goat overlord recovers quickly. There will be much silliness. There will also be some sadness and very raw emotions as the guys react to the news that Jeff Beck passed away just hours prior to recording this show. Richard may say a few minor swears too - fair warning issued.
Blake has got a new Amp in a Pedal and he is blown away by it, and tells us all about it in glorious detail. Somehow this turns into a conversation about back massages and soldering irons. Richard has noticed a raise in the price of a guitar he purchased for someone and it has excited him - has he finally bought something that will go up in value ?
Richard has overdosed on UAP videos and it mixed with the hallucinations his illness brought on and tells us about it before salivating over the new Fender gold foil pickup equipped guitars. He also comes up with a new Mandela effect suggestion and blows his own mind. It wasn't difficult. Then the guys chat about Henning's Gear Island and speculate on what's next...
Lord of the Hennings, Spray Free, Never sell anything, Web-bore talk, Men In Black, The most awkward credits roll ever..it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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444 - What's the difference between an attenuator and a master volume box? Jan 18, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Despite thinking it was a minor tickle, Richard has been suffering with weeks of illness, and the guys experiment with recording the podcast's video - and with mixed results. How much banana is required to power a distortion pedal? This crucial question is at the forefront of the guy's minds - well, kinda.
Do you practice standing up or sitting? Brian wonders how he could possibly swing a Stratocaster around his neck from a seated position and there is some debate about optimal strap displacement theory. There is also a question about what happens when you take long breaks from guitar playing and some interesting points from experience are discussed.
Brian has a requirement for a custom shaped thumb-pick and Richard and he came up with an alternative solution that may or may not (definitely may not) change the world as we know it. Have you ever performed extreme winter sports while being dressed in a foolish costume? Blake has, and you are not going to want to miss this story. Do you use an attenuator or a master volume pedal in your rig? Brian breaks down the differences between the two...
Nuno Bettencourt, The state fruit of Indiana, Kramer Triax, Boss SL2 Slicer, Pokemon, The Chatterless Shartzard, Costco pizza wars...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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443 - Exploding Clocks and the Great Xmas Grift! Jan 11, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has experienced a moment of design joy over the past holiday period which involved the "Exploding Clocks" design of the Wampler Tumnus pedal and an interaction with the person who inspired the art originally some 30+ years ago. The discussion of this leads to conversation about skateboarding, BMX'ing, and bikes in general...before Richard receives a well deserved spraying.
Blake has to buy the Boss SL-2 Slicer before he buys the RE-202- well according to Richard anyways - and Brian makes a shocking closet based revelation before telling us about his upcoming new guitar day. Is it the much discussed Brent Paisley special Edition Telecaster? You're just gonna have to listen to the show to find out!
Brian is about to go and hang out at a major retailer's HQ for a couple of days and tells us about the meticulous preparations that go into such an affair. Blake and Richard reveal some shocking tap tempo secrets. Brian has also been seduced by the Dark side of the moon...or has he??
Purple Choppers, UFOs, Friedman Little Sister, Detectorists, The Wampler Synth-o-slice, Richard's dumb rule, Whistling masterclass, Canned Heat...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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442 - Organic stupidity for 2023 Jan 04, 2023

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week the guys travel through time from 2022 to 2023 to talk about things they may be doing a weeks time back in January 2023. Confused yet? You will be soon if not already...and this leads to some SRV based revelations that shake Brian to his very core. Then Brian and Blake indulge in what can only be described as a utter buffoonery of the highest order and Richard is not impressed.
Richard has taken delivery of a large quantity of American lunar based snackery and is impressed with what he has discovered. His waistline is not. Richard had a moment of synchronicity but it is tinged with much sadness as it involved the death of one of his favorite artists. Keep it light Richard, for heaven's sake. Oh actually - no need - Brian will treat it with the reverence it deserves.
Richard has got hold of some "Stomptraps" to play with and he digs them so plugs away like a good 'un whilst Blake has been destroying pedals with flames and the guys discuss some unique design features of Behringer pedals. How much is the most you would ever pay for an amp? Brian has found a fairly pricey one on Reverb and the guys discuss.
Disintegration, Strat controversy, American Ska, The littlest hobo, The Beths, Whammy handle, Unicorn fudge...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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441 - A look back at our podcast journey - Bonus Episode Dec 30, 2022

This week Brian takes a personal look at how the Chasing Tone podcast has developed from its beginnings in 2014 right up to the present day in a special bonus episode.
He takes us on a tour of the different eras of the show and the different personalities involved with a few snippets from some classic episodes.
If you are a new listener to the Chasing Tone Podcast this episode may be the ideal point for you to jump in for an overview of what we are about and what you can expect from each era of the podcasts evolution to date...

Our regular shows return in 2023, but until then, we wish you all a very Happy New Year from Brian, Blake, and Richard.
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440 - Special Wintermas Poetry Bonanza! Dec 21, 2022

Ho, Ho, Ho, Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new extra-festive* episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Public Announcement - we are having a week off for Christmas next week so there won't be a live episode - back in January! Hope you have a great holiday and we will see you in the New Year!
Blake has been talking for hours on end and there are some genuine fears his sanity has crumbled. There is talk about the music business and this causes Blake to start back with Freebird. Richard has been playing with Chat GPT, an AI sandbox that has amazing powers, if he had any brains he'd be using it to generate these podcast descriptions. But he doesn't. However he and Brian do believe this is the dawning of a new era for the internet. There are poems, there are songs, 'tis the season (for idiocy) !
Brian has been on a Mandela effect trip and the results are simultaneously baffling, worrying, and delicious. Meanwhile Richard has had a business idea thats guaranteed to make everybody involved very wealthy. In the gear world there has been a rather special boost pedal released by the lovely folk at JHS and we look a little into the rare component and the circuit that makes this so unique.
Theres a bunch of other guitar and pedal talk too. Should probably mention that.
*No guarantees are made about the festive nature of this podcast. Bah Humbug.

Elon Musk, Stephen King's Killer Guitar Pedal, Geoffrey Chaucer's Hotel California, Ethically sourced free-range mojo, The world of laser printers...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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439 - Brian schemes up low gain goodness Dec 14, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has been playing with some gain pedals and has come up with an idea for a new gain pedal that has inspired him so he chews the idea over with Blake and Richard. This leads to the inevitable naming conversation and Brian reveals some industry secrets...maybe. The guys also look at different picking techniques and talk about expensive plectrums and the amazing plectrum stamping machine.
Wampler recently released a couple of new budget pedals, the Collective series, and there has been some debate about where and how the Triumph and Phenom were made - so we break it down and tell you how we made these $99 pedals without giving money away...somehow it involves the backside of the moon.
Blake has been reading about a disturbing trend in live music and brings it up for the guys to debate via the medium of very poor aquatic puns. Richard points out that "Metaverse" is amongst the words added to the Oxford English Dictionary but is sure this wont stop questions about when we are getting sued by Zuckerberg. Oh. And Freebird. FREE-BIRD.
Tall walls, The semipinnacle, Oompa Loompahs, the Wampler Golden nugget, Melon farming, Brian's feelings get hurt...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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438 - Produce like a Pro with Warren Huart Dec 07, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined this week by acclaimed producer Warren Huart for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week the guys are joined by Warren Huart who is an LA based English record producer, engineer, musician, composer, cricket fan, and all round super cool dude. Warren also runs the "Produce like a Pro" YouTube channel which is one of the internet's largest repositories of professional and home studio recording instructional material - and he is also a damn fine guitarist as you will hear.
Warren takes us through his early influences creatively and musically and there is some mention of prog rock. Brian gets to ask about the common mistakes we all make when mixing and Warren gives us a great perspective on the recording process with some insight that you are definitely not going to want to miss - this is an essential episode for home and studio recording geeks!
The guys also look at the future of music production and the ever moving goalposts of music reproduction and distribution. There are some insights into the current scene and how technology has changed the game and also how there are more opportunities than ever in the music industry. Oh. And we DID mention those new pedals we just launched...
Life in the colonies, The secret of eternal youth, Judicious high passing, we announced the Triumph and the Phenom, Genesis talk...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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437 - New Wampler Pedals may have launched today... Dec 01, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
As this text is being written Wampler are but moments away from releasing their first two pedals from a new Budget line, The Collective, and it is going to raise a few happy eyebrows before opening several wallets...so the guys naturally spend about 0.00001% of the episode marketing this fact and 99.99999% clowning around.
Richard bought his daughter a new guitar and has become a fan of EMG active pickups so tells us all about his journey with these hot sounding pups. Brian says he doesn't need to go out for active pickups when he can make better ones at home. Richard confesses to date related shenanigans.
A friend of the show poses an interesting question about DIY graphics for DIY pedals and Brian and Blake have views. Paul Reed Smith has been giving some of his views on Tone wood and the guys discuss this whilst Richard give the World Cup goal alerts from one week ago. Joe Bonamassa has had a bit of a social media reckoning so the guys look into that too.
Blake Twerks, Magic Mike, The harmony hut, One eyed Freddie, The return of Comic sans, 3 string guitars, there ain't no money up there...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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436 - Magnificent Echo Chambers Nov 23, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has invented a time machine and tells all about how it works in an exciting twist of fate and it doesn't get any cleverer as it progresses to Brian practicing his rolling Rs. Meanwhile in England, Richard has received a special package and gives us a live review before telling us a Twitter fuelled anecdote.
Blake has been talking to Robert Keeley and he and Brian discuss the podcast they made together. He has also been thinking about guitars with extra strings like the giant spider brained genius he is and tells us of his new GAS situation. Meanwhile, Brian is dreaming of Baritone telecasters, and Richard asks dumb questions (again) before broaching the delicate subject of strap locks with Brian.
What's the most you would pay for a Boss DS-1? Kurt Cobain's DS-1 sold for a shockingly high amount of money and the guys ponder about this very question while Richard hatches a cunning plan to taunt Brian with natural pests. Then we turn to the greatest flatulence based pedal that Brian never released and the guys come up with a few improvements.
Sweetened wood, Gene Simmons root beer, Extra risk butter, BTO, Phone Mojo, Mononeon...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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435 - Brian plays the Bluebird Nov 16, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is making content in a hotel room, and it has come to pass that Brian is now indeed a Country and Western megastar. He may deny it but he has played at the legendary Bluebird cafe in Nashville, TN and the guys cannot fail to be impressed. Some heavy names were dropped, and some food talk also occurred. It was also livestreamed on Onlyfans of Electronics, no wait, the Wampler Metaverse, no wait, I forget...Anyhow, Bri gives us a great breakdown of his gig and a little bit of history as he tells us about the amazing acts that graced the stage before him.
Eventide have brought out a rather special effects processor, the H90, and the guys cast their opinions over it and its predecessor, the mighty H9. The guys have also been checking out the new Morley analogue flyrig board and thats definitely turned a few heads. But not Ranger Brian's. Richard has also been on the Fret Talk pedalboard so tells us a bit about that and why he love analog knobs. Spray yourself immediately!
Brian has bought a new guitar and he tells us all about it despite the faux protestations from the crew - and it may surprise you. Well at least 50% of it will. It turns out the guys all have the same piece of gear and they all love it and talk about it in glowing terms. There is almost total agreement here, its a bit disturbing.
Peanut butter cheesecake, Pitchshifting mistakes, Forehead presence, The Shaggs Mk2, Free market research, You are a cheap no name wall wart...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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434 - Is this just an LPB1 clone? Nov 09, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian makes an unexpected confession as we open up this weeks episode but makes up for it with some brilliant falsetto singing before making various biscuity accusations. This leads on to a conversation about fine beverages and cultural differences.
Soldano just released a new pedal and the guys talk about it - Richard is a big fan and he talks to Brian about it and gets a lesson about the origins of the original Wampler SLOstortion pedal. Brian also gives out some exclusive pedal modding tips and then mentally redesigns a bunch of Apple products while Blake dreams of refrigeration.
The guys were pleasantly surprised by a mysterious listener email and it leads down a weird and wonderful whimsical journey under the sea. Meanwhile, Brian reads a book and Richard has ordered a new pedal and is very excited about its ability to slice and dice.
Biscuit and Gravy talk, Octember, Shoewater, Cracker Barrel, Racist Chicken, Men in Black...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!

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433 - Behold the Fuzzstortion! Nov 02, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Its a perplexing start this week as the guys are all completely confused by everything happening in the world today, particularly politics! Brian fantasises about calling a pedal the Brian Drive after reading the interview Paul Reed Smith gave in a guitar magazine recently. This leads into a funny yet illuminating discussion about pedal names before a technical discrepancy makes Brian's head implode.
Richard has a terrible idea for a guitar brand, and avoids a spraying (narrowly) but he shares a little trick he learnt to get natural reverb in a recording studio which gives Brian an idea. There was a video involving Steve Lukather and a pedalboard failure mid song and the guys break down what happened with admiration, before offering their own power supply advice.
Brian also has a minor rant about some pedals that he is a little freaked out by which leads into conversation about the Moxie and how it can be made to sound like another famous pedal. Brian has also discovered a new form of robot tuner - or is it- and the guys talk about this always controversial issue and their own tuner preferences.
Wayne Bradderson, Its weird but not very aesthetically pleasing, Lord Spinal Tap, It cant get worse, Commander Nacho 420, Benny Hill...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!

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432 - The Joy of Strings Oct 26, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back with a surprise guest for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been summonsed to Nashville to put his mighty brawn to use in the art of boutique guitar string winding and has bought along a very special guest to the show, Scott Marquart - the owner of Stringjoy strings! It is fair to say that Scott is one of the world's foremost experts in guitar strings, so the guys take the opportunity to take a deep dive into the world of winding metal.
Scott's origin story is fascinating. He tells us how he went from all round gear nerd early on to international string magnate in an amusing and insightful tale. Then he met Blake and beautiful chainsaw doom inspired music was made. Scott gives us some unique 'stringsights' and Blake salivates over the prospect of an 8-string guitar while Brian finds an angle.
Richard made another terrible mistake in his youth which he details and Brian has pressed the wrong button once again. Meanwhile, Blake's head explodes as he channels his inner conspiracy theoriser before Richard expands upon his new theory of American town names which is borderline, no, actually just very stupid. Scott then makes us all look even more stupider by telling us about the all new coated strings from Stringjoy and the technologies involved, before giving us a fantastic mini history of string manufacturers.
Thick chugs, Max Djent, Stringr, -1 British Prime Minister, Big Nickel, Quadcore strings...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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431 - Chris Shiflett (of Foo Fighters fame) talks gear! Oct 19, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by a special guest this week, Chris Shiflett of the Foo Fighters, for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We have an extra special guest this week and Brian may or may not fanboy a little bit. It is of course Chris Shiflett who is a monster player with a huge back catalogue of work - including playing in one of Brian's favorite bands, the Foo Fighters. Chris has some very cool new music coming out and also has his own podcast, Walking The Floor, and we talk about some of his escapades including a rare first hand peek into international tour bus life.
Chris is a super nice dude, and his stories are absolutely fascinating. The guys talk about how Blake first discovered his music. They also go deep into Chris' love of classic rock and roll, and country music, and the influences that drove him to explore country based rock further. The guys then go right back to Chris' roots and his teenage years and find out all about his earliest tastes and influences and his signature Fender guitar. Conversation turns to his different rigs and then pedals...Brian may have found his new happy place amongst all this Foo tinged pedal talk.
Chris has an idea for a custom delay pedal, and gives the guys an entertaining demonstration, and it just so happens Brian knows a guy. As well as being a fantastic player and all round legend, Chris loves football, sorry "soccer", and Richard and he share a love for the same football team so speak in what Blake and Brian can only describe as a completely foreign language. Brian's head spins, and he has fallen in love with one of Chris' solo songs "Born & Raised" so plays a little clip which instantly wins Blake over too. Right at the end Chris gives us some absolute golden insights into his songwriting process which is worth the admission fee itself.
This is a special episode and the team hope you enjoy it and would like to say a huge thanks to Chris for coming on - go check out his new music!
There may be a swear or two in this but heck - that's rock and roll baby!
Van Life, Thierry Henry, The Stone Roses, Glaser mods, Panning Tremelo, Custom Chris Shiflett Delay pedal, Mopey minor keys...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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430 - Captain Through-hole and the Corksniffers of time Oct 12, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Due to events beyond worldly control the team are recording back to front and it throws them off balance immediately; and Blake admits to a concert first that has pleased him greatly. One of the largest brands in guitars has released a new range of pedals and the guys have an in-depth look without actually seeing anything other than a few pr snippets. We never promised accuracy! But we do promise moronic pedal names and designs.
Richard speculates about mini pedals that Wampler Pedals may be developing and Brian makes some alarming revelations before telling us of that one time he had dinner with Paul reed Smith. Again. Brian released a video about the Mostortion circuit and how he would redesign it and slightly laments the performance of his nerdiest video to date (possibly*).
Do you buy guitar magazines anymore? The guys question the relevance of the printed format in todays increasingly online world. They also look at the research that indicates that men learn extreme metal solos just to impress other heterosexual men. There's also a hint about an upcoming guest...
The Earl of Languages, Spray extravaganza, Turkey hunting, Crabmeat pedals...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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429 - Are the days of the cheap Boss pedal over? Oct 05, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has developed a new system to improve fluidity of speech and it is roundly ignored by Brian and Blake before they immediately start talking about a new five-mode goat-based fuzz pedal that isn't made by Wampler. Outrageous! This leads the guys down many bizarre rabbit holes including Richard's handedness confusion before they all freak out in a moonage daydream while discussing the new Bowie bio-pic-o-docu-film.
Would you be disappointed if you went to see a live act and it was just a singer and a backing track? There was some controversy in the UK when a famous lead singer performed a kind of pimped out Dad karaoke (according to some) and the guys chat about this before Brian serenades us with his sweet, sweet voice...and Richard tells us why he is about to go metal thrashing mad.
Blake is pumped to go and see My Chemical Romance, is worried about wiring harness security, and we learn a bit about why Elmo knows everything. This leads into a discussion about the cost of used pedals in the market today and particularly with price of Boss pedals and the currency market. Brian has had a listener email relating to DIY pedal pcbs and the guys talk about it in an almost on-topic section.
Cursive cursing, Burly mice, Eric Clapton's air guitar, Anthrax, The multi DB-plus-u-ron, The Wampler Gold Stone, The Jeff Beck hookup...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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428 - Do we need more Wampler fuzzes? Sep 28, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard talks too much and this has been officially published to the interwebs so we immediately turn to making Brian feel all warm and fuzzy via entirely legal means and debating whether or not we are indeed the wisened Grandpappys of the Podcast world. Josh Scott did some analysis on Sweetwater's pedal sales and their best selling pedal may take you by surprise so the guys talk about this also and this turns into a brief investigation into the origins of said pedal.
Brian then takes Richard through some basic electronics schooling and he learns him good....Warning - you may also learn about pedals in this episode. Richard also uncannily predicts the latest Walrus fuzz pedal a week before he knew about it and fungibles weren't even involved.
Would you watch a hologramatic representation of a band? Richard poses the question on the back of his better half seeing the new Abba tribute show and the subject is expanded and depated somewhat. Well that is until Brian announces that he desires a working light saber and Blake offers some very good advice about emails. Richard has observations about portable rigs for music, and Brian's night time dancing habits are examined in detail..and then it gets even sillier as the guys discuss what their X-Wing call signs should be. Oh boy, I did warn you!
Andre the Giant, Fuzz salad, Naval Lazers, IOS 16 saves your job, Toto on the strings, The Divorce Party...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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427 - Is Rock Making a Comeback? Sep 21, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is not in the Shred Shed today because he is saving the planet and Richard refuses to rap on microphone and instead speaks briefly about the rather monumental events in his own country. Meanwhile, Brian finds a way to turn this to George Lynch, and Blake brings up a related fact about Adrian Thorpe of the mighty Thorpy FX that you may or may not know.
EHX have taken the concept of a pedal with a plugin to the next level with their new hybrid Big Muff pedal which promises a kind of seamless transition between hardware and software output - so the guys poke around this with the abandon of a bored schoolchild. Richard has a genius idea to build something thats already been invented and Brian improves it before destroying everyone's hopes and dreams once again.
Brian gets forced onto facebook for a nanosecond and you can actually witness the moment his brain melts in real time while Richard and Blake discuss typographical legends and the legendary fonts of doom. Is rock music making a comeback? There are some signs that it may be and the guys talk about that before Brian teaches us some of his amazing zen-like tactics for casino success.
Purple dye, Free 7 Day Metaverse trial, Mac Zakkerberg, The Guitar Summit, Richard's LEGO hell, Chuggy Elements, The idiot rinser...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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426 - Brian Wampler's Flying Breadboard Workshop Sep 14, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has "Borrowed" a vintage 1963 Fender Stratocaster and he tells us about it - there are some surprising differences with modern Strats that he has uncovered so the guys chat about vintage guitars and that special magic they can exude. This also leads on to a fascinating and enlightening discussion about switch positions and Brian refuses to listen to Richard's utterly flawed logical fallacies so gets hard evidence to finally prove Richard is indeed a massive fool.
Brian wants a giant tractor and a private plane and a plot is hatched to make this happen...maybe...ok it got silly real quick. There was a massive tribute concert to Taylor Hawkins and the guys chat about it - it was emotional, and there were guitars involved. There was also a very special performance from Wolfgang Van Halen and it pleased the guys greatly.
Brian has serpentine problems in the shape of a water snake and the guys ponder over potential solutions to this problem which is consuming the fishery livestock of Martinsville. Richard is concerned about the barbarism in Brian's approach to despatching his unwanted guest so explores alternatives. Meanwhile, Blake introduces us to the king of the methedestrians while Brian admits that he has the brain of a small tree dwelling rodent...
Cheap holiday flings, Its just not cricket, Golden farm vehicles, Indiana Brian and the Temple of Tone, The ultimate amphibian dispatch unit, Kesha who?...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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425 - This episode is full of tone Sep 07, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Welcome to the all new lag-free world of Blake! Richard is asking for donations for the purchase of a certain guitarist's sea front house and Brian is quick to give him sound financial advice. This leads on to the mention of a certain pedal company that had some leaked news come out and the guys decide to chew it over...yes we are talking about Fulltone
Starting with some historical context, and Brian's bizarre requests for wearing costumes, the guys take a look at where the industry began, in the context of this particular company, and some of the early companies that shaped it - if only there was some form of documentary that could assist. Wild speculation and historical inaccuracies may ensue - you have been warned.
After a small Jazz interlude Blake breaks down some of his favorite pedals from Fulltone and Brian shares some of his insights too before we look at the insane price gouging on the interwebs. Josh Scott released a video asking the question "Is Boutique Dead?" on the back of the Fulltone news and the guys also look into this and also what it really means to be "Made in America".
The movie about effects pedals, Pledians, Conjecture and legal disclaimers, Four year climate, The Blake dip, Brian's soldering helmet...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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424 - The universe conspires against us! Aug 31, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake believes the Universe is conspiring against him because he dared to have a good time and he tells us all about the awesome Pedal hangout he went to and the various foods he sampled on the way. He returned to find all was not well in the shred shed and this then leads into a conversation about quirky British words.
Is Brian becoming more puritanical in his old age? We ponder this deep and meaningful philosophical question with all the scrutiny of a bored teenager and move swiftly on to BMX and Electric Scooter talk. At some point we may talk about guitar stuff again. But first - Banger Racing!
Brian also confesses to his Guitar based Dungeons and Dragons childhood tomfoolery and Richard wonders if he has been writing hit Netflix shows. He's also noticed a bit of a price hike on certain Fender guitars and puzzles over what this means for the guitar industry.
Portland Pedal Party, Knob toppers, Worm Creek, Murray from NZ, Brian's first car, Blurkle, Brycream Hair Lacquer...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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423 - Its all about the Boost, baby! Aug 24, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has mahoosive internet lag so the guys are beset by a whole new level of latency - apologies for the 40,000ms of delay you may experience from the Oregon connection. Richard reveals that he is inexperienced in another area of American culture and Brian sighs himself to death whilst the guys attempt to discuss the new JHS Solo boost.
Richard spotted the new fender Kingfish artist model and it causes quite a reaction from the crew and Brian invents the first smellable paint finish for guitar pedals. This causes some in-fighting and Brian brings out the spray multiple times to keep the filthy language down to a minimum while Richard ponders if he is once again in a simulation.
There was some controversy about a Kickstarter funded modular guitar and without any expertise or knowledge of the situation the guys weigh in with unqualified and unsubstantiated nonsense. There are puns, there are bad bits, there are funny bits. No apologies are given. Then Brian tells us about his battle against Mother Nature and it is a story you will not want to miss.
Weird British schools, Multiple awkward silences, Tuna boost, Beavis and Butthead, Modular guitars ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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422 - Invasion of the guitar Aug 17, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake introduces us to the Wyland car bomb, something that may or may not be illegal in 14 states, and instructs us on the special methods he employs when it is in play. Richard has fallen in love with Jazzmasters and Blake tells him I told you so in a much nicer way than if the tables were turned. This eventually turns into a conversation about Squier's 40th Anniversary range via ridiculous torque wrench pressure measurements.
Richard then tries terribly to retell the story of "Trigger's Broom" as an analogy but gets nowhere fast whist accusing Blake of reading classical greek literature and Brian purges his cache live on air. There's been some industry news from Fender with a number of layoffs changes and the guys discuss this and the ramifications for the industry and the consumer.
There have been some interesting new stats around the consumption of "New Music" versus "Old Music" and the guys dig into the implied consequences not just for music but also culture in general. This then expands on to predictions for the future of music and possible use of AI. Brian also makes a little apology before repeating himself.
Stout hacks, Silver Strats, 4000 PSI, Buff Brian, Thought experiments ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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421 - The Wampler Moxie - It's New Pedal Time! Aug 10, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Wampler Pedals have announced the new Moxie overdrive pedal and it makes sounds! Lots of different sounds! Well, according to Blake anyhow. Brian explains the topology of the circuit to a somnambular Blake and an ever sarcastic Richard. Did anyone mention John Mayer? Brian then goes into the modifications in detail before Blake brings the conversation to food again and Richard talks a bit about origins of the name and the graphics for the pedal.
Richard signed up for the Dall E Ai image generator and he is mightily impressed and tells us of his early exploits creating foolish imagery of limited use. Brian has finally decided to go Wireless so tells us all about it. He's also been playing around with his Captor X a fair bit too, he has a lot of views, and has found some sounds that thrill him greatly so he flexes his EQ perfecting abilities.
There are a few shocks as the guys analyse some data about the top touring artists in the world - mainly that Richard hasn't heard of half of them. Brian has a story about a guitar center in Sarasota. Blake has a strategy to help. Richard wants a hurdy gurdy.
Wizardry, Brian likes guitar tone stuff, Fatswichs, Wingsuits, Thats a big number, Corn per month...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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420 - Richard changes his name...well this is awkward Aug 03, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
It seems that a certain British gentleman made a rather unfortunate mistake in the misty haze of the morning after, and he explains his calamitous schoolboy error in a single improvised monologue of utter idiocy. He will never live this down - well not while Brian and Blake draw breath at least. Richard makes up for this slightly by telling us about his Birthday where he decided to go roadtesting a few incredibly expensive guitars at Andertons.
Brian confesses that he is pickup stupid and then lets us in to a BIG secret about a guitar he may or may not have on order. Richard has finally bought a guitar, and yes it is that one, it is also one that Brian is disgusted by, and Blake insults his new purchase - or does he? Brian is also thinking about going wireless and talks a bit about his gigging setup and then of course the talk morphs into a bacon based discussion.
Blake's been playing with a new Tube Screamer and he likes it. Yes you read that right, a Tube Screamer that Blake likes. Brian is curious about the unique features of the circuitry and so Blake breaks this down in great detail and Brian goes into a deep dive on tubescreamer circuits...and then we look at the Mike McCready exploding guitar video that one or two of you may have seen...
Flute effects, Expensive guitars, Brent Mason, Subliminal ASMR, Tappety Tap sensors, Sausage or Bacon...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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419 - Brian's got a whole new reason to buy more Telecasters Jul 27, 2022

Brian, Richard, and Blake are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has finally blown his top after a multitude of issues with software and so we have leapt from platform to platform like a team of skilled adventurers in an 80's arcade game. There is also BIG news from the Wampler Family and Brian breaks it down for you and you alone dear listener!
Blake was barely alive in the conventional sense of the word as we recorded this show but he is definitely on the mend as he explains about how he didn't go to a carpentry festival. Meanwhile Richard accidentally stumbles into more cuss word territory with his quaint cultural differences and frankly disturbing and bizarre language.
There is a controversial rock band reunion planned, you may have read about it on the internet on one or two pages, and the guys definitely have views before inventing a brand new energy liquid based product...oh boy it gets silly...all whilst Richard melts as England swelters in record heat.
Bad Dad jokes, the lost episode, 10% mansweat and solder, Machine gun guitars, Data center failures, The video editing dungeon, Tina Maria...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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418 - The Micropig Overdrive and a podcast first! Jul 20, 2022

Brian, Richard, and Blake are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian attempts to pay Richard a compliment but falls flat and then breaks out some devastating goat related news before the talk is returned to happier farm based topics such as pork rinds. We are then treated to a blast of Black Sabbath 'a capella' before Brian invents a new drinking game based around his love of prog rock.
Richard has finally pulled the trigger on a guitar that will definitely divide opinions and tells the guys about it. Blake has bought a special bass. Brian gets aroused by a Les Paul and ignores the gorgeous Cabronita telecaster that the guys try to entice him with whilst expanding on his theories for the widdly widdlies.
Brian has a fantastic tip for keeping your pedals clean and Richard has been learning more about cabs and resistance versus amplifiers. Blake, however, has been prodding around the dark web and he is scared of what he found so the topic returns to pork based products and all is well as the guys come up with the greatest Indiana Jones sequel ever.
Porcine Fraudery, Blake loses his mind, Drop Q is the root of Brown noise, KISS, The 2 String bass, The circle of pork, Budget pedals, ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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417 - Definitely the Worst Episode Ever... Jul 13, 2022

Brian, Richard, and Blake are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys are a little bit stressed, as they recorded this show, and then realised that thanks to changes in the software they use to record this, they had lost all of Blake's contribution, and so immediately had to re-record. So it's fair to say that their energy is a little weird and this show is offered with a warning to all listeners - it is of variable quality and anger levels. Welcome to the world of Buffoons!
Does expensive gear make you a better player? Richard has found something that made him challenge his conceptions before he was bought back round to normality by folk on the internet and Brian has to calm him down and explain how the internet works and Richard gets his Bruce Willis films completely mixed up. I warned you once, I will warn you again, this is a weird and hideous episode.
Guitar Kiosks! What! Yes its a thing and Brian has the low down on this new phenomenon but the guys remain sceptical about it. Richard then gets double schooled when he is forced to admit Metallica is bigger than his beloved Iron Maiden. If you listen close enough, the exact moment where he realises he is a complete idiot has been recorded for posterity. The guys then talk a bit about music sales in the last 100 years. Look, I can't warn you again, this is a terrible episode.
The Brian Wampler Bodcast, Pressed Steel Sandwichs, Goat Tindr, Touching your weenus, The Welsh Elvis, Brian is an actual redneck...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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416 - Awesome plugins, those are words, and Brian shares his new regime Jul 06, 2022

Brian, Richard, and Blake are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been a travellin' and has tales of wonder and merriment for us all to enjoy, but first, wrestling talk! Yeaahhhh! Brian on the other hand has been ruminating over his musical discipline and has come up with a new plan to boost his creativity. Richard has a vision for a new law firm and it definitely sounds like a watertight plan.
Richard has been experimenting with the new Metaverse plugins in his DAW and has discovered that they are seriously handy, especially with other genres of music that he didn't expect. He's also been swapping speakers to create the ultimate 8" mini cab and Brian thinks he has been a bit too cautious and maybe over-engineered the solution...If only he had someone who knew anything about audio electronics to hand to guide his foolish ways.
Blake has played through a large stack of amplifiers - or has he? The internet doesn't believe him, so and he and Brian are ready to show them the error of their assumptions before Blake experiences an extreme and confusing level of lag. Brian also admits to liking MIDI and this almost opens up a tear in the fabric of space and time.
Hulk Hogan vs Batman, BC Rich Warlock pt.1, Portland Blake, Peanut butter legitimacy, Price increases...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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415 - Enter the Metaverse and yet another Major announcement Jun 29, 2022

Brian, Richard, and Travis are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Wait, what, Travis? Again? What the deuce? All shall be revealed in this episode with big BIG news from the gear world, while Portland Blake is away at the Sweetwater Gearfest hanging with all the cool kids and eating pedal shaped pizzas.
Wampler Pedals are super proud to have released the new Metaverse multi-delay pedal and the guys address some issues that they know are gonna come up before breaking down what the pedal is capable of and why Brian thinks it is a special pedal. We also talk about the origins, everyone falls asleep, Richard tries to explain things badly, and Travis gives us some feedback.
We've also released a full plugin suite to accompany the pedal and it is available free for anyone that registers a Metaverse. This is so meta we have already sent ourselves a cease and desist order from the future to make sure we litigate against ourselves pre-emptively. Wow - theres a lot of pedal content this week. And it's all about one of our pedals. I need a lie down.
Travis has the most ridiculous luck with Guitars and this has materialised once more with what can only be called the biggest score since 1966. He already has a 64 strat, now he has extra bits, he deserves them though! Richard is making a silly little mini amp rig so tells us all about that and the guys talk about speaker choices.
Indiana Blake, Mysterious Dennis, 2 Attaboys for Richard, Rivera amps, British food ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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414 - Rage against the farm machine, Stranger Things, and stop getting Bond wrong Jun 22, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard finally caught the Covid, he obviously doesn't have enough MetalZones in his arm, and he has lost his taste completely...and thats why he now likes Bro Country...but apologies in advance for everything he says as some of his brain cells appear to have deteriorated. Brian's made a new Tik Tok and he is mightily upset that a certain someone hasn't watched it yet.
Unless you have been living under a rock, you may have seen that Kate Bush has climbed the charts in various countries as a result of Stranger Things and Richard tests Brian's Kate Bush knowledge and unsurprisingly, it is lacking. There is Gilmour content...and Dokken rebuttals - you know the drill...and the discussion finally turns to gatekeeping, music, and internet folk.
Were you recently Rick Rolled by Blake? If so you may be entitled to compensation. Call 1-555-BLAKEROLL to claim your free piece of Oregon cheese as compensation. Please note cheese may have been partially eaten by the time you claim and no promise to deliver cheese is made. Have you got a guitar made out of food? Why not! The guys find a luthier that specialises in it and discuss this.
The Outlaws, Fishermans friends, The Clergy daughters, The Gear Page, that one guy who hates all our fonts, Freedom rock, Blake Hogan, Benny Franko from New Jersey and his Glass Armonica...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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413 - Mick Ronson's reverb tricks and Brian May's awesome licks Jun 15, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
What's kinda green and covered in lights? It's not a Christmas tree that's for sure. Brian has new toys and he has been analysing them in the manner that only Brian can and gives us his unadulterated views. Richard has learned a bit about early effects and is keen to share his findings like an over eager but slightly warped and demented puppy dog.
NAMM has happened and there have been so many gear releases that the guys struggle to talk about them all - but by golly they try - despite floppiness of aspiration. The dynamic this year was different so there is some earnest analysis of whether or not NAMM needs a rethink and Brian has an idea. Uh oh. Richard has had the saddest burger he ever ate and it made him very upset. Also, there are some rumors about a certain PRS guitar that Brian is very interested in...
Both Blake and Richard have been to see some live music and try to tell us their tales but get waylaid multiple times on the way. But eventually we get there, and Richard talks about his renewed love for Queen having seen them live in London and it's fair to say he was blown away, and as a result, he has bought some new gear...
Blake's moveable ceiling, I've got a plugin for that, Relic stickers, Plummaging, The two notes Gnome, Brian's release date faux pas ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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412 - Introducing the Pedal Pryer! Also disturbing content and live Circuit Nerd mug reveal! Jun 08, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian tells us how he wants to kill more trees but before he does he's gonna buy a cheap knock off James Burton telecaster while Richard contemplate's opening up his own version of Ali Express. Elsewhere in the world of gear there has been the settling of an infamous law suit and the guys break this down into great and meticulous detail before figuring out they are all just as clueless as previously before Richard suggests a carpentry based solution.
Blackstar have released a new range of amplifiers with amazing lightweight designs and Richard is very confused about the type of wood it is made from. He also finds the electronics intriguing and Brian has to dig deep. Blake has been using some percussion techniques with an empty pedal box and tells us all about it whilst also doing the most disturbing impression we have ever featured on this show. You have been warned.
NAMM is happening! The guys talk about some of the changes they have noticed with the email marketing and wonder whether it has anything to do with the numbers of attendees. Blake has views! Richard has hook and loop nightmares. Brian has a standby mode?
Powerful Watery Osmosis, Slummery, Blake's sour face, Biscuit mislabelling accusations, Deluxe Paint, 3 dimensions of goodness...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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411 - Brian switches over to the Dark Side and is this the most expensive Gibson ever? Jun 01, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake has been hanging out in Nashville and got to go visit the Gibson Garage with none other than Mark Agnesi himself - all thanks to a very generous hook up from one of the internet's fluffiest trolls - and he played a very valuable guitar. He also schools the double entendre dispatching Richard in some basic guitar construction history and gives us a bit of a look behind the scenes with some antiquities from Gibson's past.
Richard took his daughter to see My Chemical Romance and while he was not cool enough to watch the band, he did indulge in some fine Punjabi cuisine and it made him very very happy. He also asks the time honored question of which is harder to play - the drums or the guitar? Brian and Blake have views and they share their experience.
Brian then drops the earth shattering news that he has gone to the Dark Side and is looking into some modelling options. Digital modelling, not fashion modelling I hasten to add. He's ordered a new toy and he has plans - is the world coming to an end? Is this the Bri-pocalypse? Or is this just the Mandela effect in action? There is only one way to find out...
Touching knobs, Niq Scott is awesome, Blake consumes, Glitchers, Frank Iero, More specs...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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410 - The Guitar Geek takeover and Richard meets one of his heroes May 25, 2022

Brian and Richard are joined this week by the Guitar Geek himself, Andy Ferris, for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We welcome our good friend Andy Ferris this week as Blake has gone to move some heavy machinery in Nashville and so we find out about the Guitar Stories podcast which intriguingly, is about, stories related to the guitar. Meris have released a super cool looking pedal and the guys debate it - wait - thats almost on topic. There has also been a major announcement from Chase Bliss that the guys chew over and Andy gives us an interesting viewpoint or three.
Richard had an amazing experience at the recent Saucerful of Secrets gig where he got to meet one of his lifelong heroes, Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason, and some other fine folk and he is suitably dumbstruck and impressed with the musicianship, the show, and the aftershow party. Andy is now in a band too and he tells us all about the adventures of Black Velvet Creme whilst Richard fantasises about becoming the new Peter Grant whilst the guys also celebrate the English entry to the Eurovision song contest.
Brian asks Andy about his view on the guitar pedal industry and gets his take on the changes since the pandemic and some of the opportunities it opened up. This weeks Patreon also features Andy and a much more personal and in depth chat which we think you will really enjoy
Campervan portapotties, Lovely Life Inc., The new king of dad jokes, Spinal Tap Pt. II, 3D Printed pedals ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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409 - The Garth Brooks education experience and "that" thread May 18, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian's been to a Country (and Western) gig and it has inspired bizarre vocal transformations and we apologize in advance as this goes immediately off the rails. There is some schooling, there is some fooling, but mainly there is some fooling. Brian the reveals a little bit of insight into his connection with one of Garth Brooks' amazing guitarists, Chris Leuzinger, and Richard is taught a little bit more about the finer points of Country and Western styling.
Should you ever meet your heroes? Richard asks the question and the guys chat about it before discussing the Grand Ole Opry and Wampler's own Elmo making his mark there. Richard's also received his new Keeley Moon Op-Amp Fuzz and he is over the, er, moon with the results and waxes lyrical so the guys chat a little bit about Keeley pedals they love. He's also been buying Honey Picks and is a big fan so gives us his views on why they work for him and how they improve his playing.
There was a post on a popular internet forum that caused a little furore in the previous week which the guys feel duty-bound to discuss as it hit 40 pages before finally spiralling into oblivion...there is some cleaning up of myths in this bit too which may or may not be slightly ranty...and speaking of rants, its time for the next instalment of Brian's Camper experience...
Grape soda, Brian's top hat, Crazy Glue, Pedal dollars, Fruity dreams, the JHS mafia, Dangerous slicey stuff..it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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408 - Metal Lords and the correct strategy for dealing with bobcats May 11, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian digs a hole immediately because the whole team is lacking in sleep and this derails into animal based nonsense early doors. Richard recommended the movie "Metal Lords" to Brian and he kinda liked it. Blake is not convinced so the guys discuss why he needs to re-evaluate his life choices.
Brian's been rehearsing with his band and he is loving it but there is definitely an odorous side factor he hadn't bargained for. He tells us a bit more about his love for G and B-Bender equipped guitars and we have an acoustic player recommendation from Blake. Richard has been playing with the new Neural DSP Tone King and Soldano SLO-100 plugins in ProTools and he has a question about how to minimise plugin processor utilisation when recording multiple tracks of guitar.
Blake's made his first Impulse Response - based off a throwaway comment from Brian - and it is better than he anticipated so we congratulate his mastery of science as he embraces his new IR driven life. Guitar Center have a new logo and Richard has managed to forget about it for a week or so but is excited to weigh in with his semi-qualified views.
Quaggas, Fence jumping, Specialist peanut butter content, Scarypoolparty, Mr. Monoamp, Man the Helm, He has the hat, You cant spell Wampler without Ample ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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407 - Pedal-makers hate him for this one trick and is Brian the next Doctor Who? May 04, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake tears the roof of the sucker as we slide into another week's episode of rambling non-sequiturs and amusing musings whilst Brian dreams about wooden construction and Richard falls off a ladder. What sort of guitar picks do you swear by? Blake has ordered some fancy laser-cut picks from our good friend Rick over at Honey Picks and tells us why we all need one now but disclaims that he is never 100% accurate...Richard almost manages to keep it clean.
The Mandela effect confuses everyone once more before Richard reigns it in and then lets it loose again when he talks about his domestic appliance saga and how he tried to leverage social media to fix his woes. Elon Musk has been eying up a well known social media platform and the guys weigh in with their entirely uninformed and random views and Brian throws more shade.
The Plexi Drive Mini has been out for a while but the guys are still in love with it and talk about why - which leads into a conversation about what makes a pedal react well to a guitar's volume control. Brian refuses to let us into all of his secrets but he does like simians, Robert Keeley was awesome to Richard, and Blake has Coachella related news.
The breakfast buffet, Cat 5 cabling woes, Hybrid picking for the widdlies, Wampler trucker hat awesomness, Monkey butlers, Boobeedoobeebobdoobedoop...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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406 - Weird Bri Wamplervic and don't click random youtube links Apr 27, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Welcome to the world's premier dot matrix and laser printer related podcast, this week we tackle important subjects like how to shake a toner safely, how to spool 300 feet of paper into an Epson Dot matrix, and Thermal Printers - here to stay or just a fad ? Sorry, my bad, normal service will resume.
Richard's been learning some 80s power balladry and the guys chat about it and discover a disturbing cover version and then going off into the weeds immediately and start talking about Tony Hawk and Skateboarding (again) and Richard reveals the inspiration for the Tumnus graphic. Whats the longest you have ever waited for a new Guitar? Blake has been waiting for about a decade (maybe) for his special Epiphone and the guys also take a look at the new signature Joe B amp. Brian's been countrifying more music and he tells us a bit about his methodology whilst simultaneously impersonating Kermit the frog.
How many distortions does a person need? Brian has been posing this question so the guys ruminate and conclude it's at least seven. No eight. Plus one. And another one maybe. What about stereo distortion - and stereo rigs in general - Brian has views and Blake has some fancy new plugins he is raving about so the guys talk about recording techniques and plugins and all that goodness.
Cowboy talk, Whitesnake, Police Academy, The Stupid Faces, 1975 Gibson Les Pauls, Component Doohickery...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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405 - Settle down, circuit nerd...and the one thing that great guitarists have in common Apr 20, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard is giddy with excitement like only an Englishman can't be at the new Pink Floyd release, Brian does his best to ignore everything he says about it, and Blake analyses the Machine Gun Kelly memes. Phews - its all go. Richard also demonstrates an embarrassing lack of knowledge about American sports people and Blake schools him before disappearing mysteriously into the ether.
Some of the greatest players of the guitar have one thing in common and the guys chat about it and share some common views on the subject. Blake then explains why he's not a fan of a particular pedal and Brian is astounded and befuddled. Richard saw the new Tony Hawk documentary and tells Brian about what he saw as they both reminisce about the days they were young and hip enough to skate.
Do you believe everything you read on Wikipedia? We found some subtle edits to the Wampler Pedals Wikipedia page which we had to change and it shows just how the gargantuan infobeast operates. Brian believes this to be episode 420, which is erroneous, and neither is it episode 404 as Richard miscalculates (closer though), but it is coming out on 4/20 day so let's hope that confuses absolutely nobody. MAIDEN! Richard is impressed with Ed Sheeran for once, and tells us why.
There are a couple of swears so be warned...its very mild and infrequent
Wade Boggs, 10,000 Lufttumnuses, Screaming Tubas, The Goatmobile, Richard makes a subtle innuendo, Gear stuff...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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404 - Beard not found - with Ryan Burke from 60 Cycle Hum Apr 13, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard welcome Ryan Burke from the 60 Cycle Hum podcast for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The newly shorn Ryan joins us as we consider the important issues of the day, like Austin Powers and black pudding, whilst Brian cast forth a multitude of scurrilous rumours. Richard and Blake have fallen in love with the new Marshall special edition Mini and this leads to a number of revelations about why Brian walks funny.
Is a tractor a truck? What about a lawn mower? Is that a tractor or a truck? These questions need to be answered and the guys debate this with zero research or preparation. Ryan and Richard talk a little bit about the graphic design elements of classic guitar logos and Brian dreams about designing everything in MS Paint.
Naming pedals is so hard sometimes so Ryan helps the guys out whilst Blake worries that he has contracted a rare medical condition. This leads into a concentric circle of non sequiturs, medical speculation, and random conversations that are not even vaguely sensible. You are not gonna want to miss this episode...
Beard Stalking, Flight simulator, The Pantstortion, Graphic design sins, Smoky amps, Jet packs, El Fuzzo Mi Amore, Directional medication...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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403 - Activating the Brian switch and what really happened at the Oscars Apr 06, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Mondays are a little rough sometimes...and there was controversy at the Oscars that the guys feel compelled to discuss, including the impact on society and the impact on social media follower numbers such incidents have. Brian then dreams about cantaloupes and the guys talk about rebuilding from scratch in the light of some incredibly sad news in the music world.
Richard introduces the guys to a new word - Stonking - and Brian refuses to believe it is not a rude word. Irrefutable proof is found in a strange place that involves David Gilmour and Mr Bean. Brian then tackles some good natured criticism he faced from the internet about our discussion on solid state tube replacements and opens up the discussion once more.
Classic BOSS Multi Effects pedals - some people love them some people hate them. Richard and Brian chat about which ones they have owned and how they helped them both discover the tones they wanted to get into. Blake has been dialling in some lovely gain sounds and Richard drops a hint.
Lightsabers at dawn, Genesis, Tortoise based japery, The global gain pedal shortage, Brian's special dances, Dr. Something, Chair regrets...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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402 - The return of the DL4 and breakdance in a day the Mel Bay way... Mar 30, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian rewrites Tolkien with an all new character and it is established early on that Brian has some weirdness within him as the guys talk about his new hobby of turning songs into country versions. Blake has been talking to the fine folk over at Chibson and tells us a little bit about the mighty meme wizardry that they produce. Richard is impressed with Mark Tremonti and discusses why the world needs more nice people right now before Brian drops one or two names and then an Eagles based pun fest ensues.
Do you like to learn guitar solos note for note? It's not easy to memorize every solo and a lot of players choose not to but Richard makes a point about why sometimes it can be a good idea for pleasing an audience that may not care about your shred speed. Brian is listening to Taylor Childers and his faith in country music is being restored and the guys touch on this before the guys talk about early Rap and Hip-Hop via Brian's hideous vocal stylings.
The shortage of vacuum tubes is dominating guitar threads all over the interwebz so the guys discuss the false article about about Joe B manufacturing tubes and the market for tubes for guitarists and high end audiophiles alike. Line 6 have re-released the classic DL4 delay in a new package and Brian is excited! The price at the time of recording was given as $420 but that was inaccurate however amusing.
Also, Gnomespores...
Why can't we be friends, Australian pirates, Brians Bells, Nammthrax, CD commitments, Doug. E Fresh...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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401 - Is there a tube shortage and should you panic? Mar 23, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake's had an odd week and is fatigued but the guys have zero sympathy as they are more worried about the news regarding vacuum tube availability. EHX came out with a statement and the guys chat about their perspective on this before Brian reveals an amazing solid state replacement for tubes as Richard brings up the subject of high end solid state amps. This in turn sends Brian off onto a schematic treasure hunt...
Brian gets excited about the prospect of a Scotch egg and Richard tries to convince him that Special Brew is something he wants to try. The guys then discuss a solar powered guitar pedal before discussing the effects of the power crisis on the production of certain herbal substances.
Blake has been wearing an Anti-negativity helmet as he has been privileged to demo the new Aquabats pedal and Richard wants one. The guys then talk about plugins and DAWs a bit more and Blake has a secret. Richard went to his first gig since lock down and got to see friend of the show Paul Cuddeford doing his thang and it was good!
Conway Twitty, David Copperfield, Peavey amps, Rideable goat robots, Psychometric weaponry, Merle Gilmour and Waylon Waters...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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400 - How to market your music - Katie Zaccardi joins us for our 400th episode bonanza Mar 16, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by special guest Katie Zaccardi for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
We wanted to give all our listeners a little gift for our 400th show so we asked the hugely knowledgeable and inspirational Katie Zaccardi to join us and tell us a little bit about herself, about her career, and give us some insight into marketing a music act in the age of Web 3.0 (ugh), social media, and viral videos. Once again, Brian will indulge in some TikTalkery. But not an inappropriate amount.
Katie tells us about her career and her journey to date and how she found her niche after spending some time in the world of app development and yoga (no goat yoga yet though...). Initially focusing on helping women in music, Katie has words that will resonate with everyone who has ever thought about taking their music to the next level, and you are not going to want to miss this episode.
Has the landscape changed for an artist these days, and what about the mechanisms with which an artist makes money? Sure they have, and if we don't adapt, we may get left behind - yesterday is a lonely city! Is art content or is content art. Brian ponders this question in real time and you can practically hear the diodes inside his robot brain light up.
Social media hatred, Flossing, Karen central, Myspace, Richard's guitar playing dog...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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399 - Wayne Sabbath, the new JHS pedal, and the Mantheon Deluxe Mar 09, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake is having issues with his computer peripherals so has jumped onto the TikTok train temporarily and so the guys open up the conversation with more algorithm analysis and other random TikTalkery, This then develops into a conversation about Blake's new camera and cameras in general before the guys figure out this is a guitar podcast. Well, kinda.
Our buddy Josh at JHS has launched a new pedal and he sent one to Brian and Brian is very happy about this so the guys dig in and Blake educates Brian about how to get the best out of it. This leads the guys into a chat about gain pedals and stacking and Richard tells us about how he likes to save something back before Brian admits to having a crush on Ryan Burke's beard.
Brian has bought himself a new amp, a BOSS Katana head, which he thought he bought before but was mistaken. He gives his views and expertise on it so far but hasn't quite figured exactly what he feels about it yet. Richard chimes in with some of the extended features he should check out and waxes lyrical about the software functionality.
The Green Blob, Loggerman jackets, the return of the methedestrians, Tubescreamers, Tandoori chicken...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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398 - This is one of the most expensive pedals on the internet Mar 02, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
BOSS have released a new version of the Space Echo in a compact pedal form and the guys get a bit excited, Brian makes some wild boasts, and Blake gets very excited until...well until Richard pops his balloon by talking about the nefarious gouging of the Slice of Pie pedal. It all gets silly and Richard suggests a ritual to cleanse the situation.
How do you power your pedals? The guys talk about a stalwart of wall warts, the Truetone 1-Spot and Brian admits to the occasional daisy-chain violation. The conversation turns to the world of power supplies and Brian and Blake grace us with some amazing audio impersonations that you definitely won't want to miss. Sorry. Will want to miss. Yeah thats it.
David Crosby has being saying stuff about Spotify and Blake is not happy about it and tells us why and the guys chat about it at length. Richard has been watching big aeroplanes trying to land with massive wind...sorry in massive winds...and Brian tells us about the Wampler Family Flying Circus before then detailing his near death experience in the air.
MC Cyclops, Storm Eunice, Fancy Squiers, Slash's Ipod, Exposure bucks, Telephone idiots...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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397 - You all forgot this one thing about the half time show... Feb 23, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian's been hanging out with Cory Wong and tells us a bit about it, the hip and happening part of Indianapolis that he got to visit, and why he loves sound checks more than actual concerts. Meanwhile in merry olde England, Richard tried to watch the Superbowl and is less informed about the rules of football than he was before, but he did enjoy the half time show. Of course we discuss the Silver Silver Sky too, and get treated to Brian and Blake rapping in unison. Treated, yes, thats the word I meant to use.
Richard's been playing around with Protools again and he got Antares Autotune and is blown away by how powerful that plugin is. Brian has some plugin related views and the guys chat a little bit about production with a DAW before Richard challenges a seemingly innocent word and then they go off into the sea weeds.
Blake's pizza themed pedal, the Big Ear Slice of Pie, has finally been officially released, and he talks a bit about it. It's a work of art and indeed a veritable labor of love as it took quite a long time to get all the details correct despite not being able to mist the box with pizza aromas. Mmm...Cheesy. Brian then explains how gravity works - you wont want to miss this...
WWII Bomber found on the moon, Rantyspace, Metal pickguards, Paul Reed Smith's favorite burrito, Dodgy golf bags, Wordle...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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396 - Mysterious high end sheen and massive failures Feb 16, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Firstly, an apology. We tried something on this episode and it didn't work. Consequently the people who are responsible for this atrocity have been fired. And the people responsible for hiring and subsequently firing them have also been fired as a precaution. We apologise most profusely and it wont happen again.
Richard has a few minor but controversial rants after not feeling the love on various internet forums and Brian finds this most amusing as he taunts Richard from the security of his fortress of polystyrene. This serves us right for recording on a Monday. Never again. Have you ever taken an inordinate amount of time to learn a piece on the guitar? Richard mentions the Failure to Fracture blog and then dives off in a completely different direction before we discover that Blake has been unwell and not just in the brain.
Brian is obsessed with making every band sound like Nickleback and he tells us why. Well kinda. Its all about riding the Tik Tok train and not engaging in the meme wars! But if you are getting into a war, you are going to want the Martinsville Terror, aka Billy Bob Wampler on your side.
Mr. Tic Tac, Chestweasles, Brian's adult stories, Phil Collins' worst album, The Silver Sky, Eddie Vedder...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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395 - Blake's Pizza Pedal and the all new 41 Watt Podcast with Phillip Carter Feb 09, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined this week by Phillip Carter, the host of the 40 Watt Podcast, for an all-new episode of Chasing Tone!
If you haven't yet heard the 40 Watt Podcast you really should - Phillip is an awesome musician and a great interviewer and his shows are well worth checking out. He joins us this week and almost certainly regrets it immediately. Richard attempts really hard to stop his fellow hosts talking about NAMM because he feels left out and, well, he fails. So we chat a lot about the NAMM show, guitar shows in general, leather quantification, and Richard gets a well needed 40 winks.
TikTok is Brian's new hobby. He spends upwards of 21 hours a day dancing in front of a mirror wearing different costumes and he discusses this at length and in great detail with our guest. Phillip has being duetting with Brian, and Richard wonders if it is like Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell...or should that be Tammy Wynette ? We then discover some frankly disturbing facts about Brian's mind and his crazy obsessions - and mathematics and NFTs are indeed involved.
Have you ever bought a Fender guitar pedal? What did you think ? They have released the new Hammertone pedals and the guys debate them despite not having had any to play with. Come on Fender, send us some to play, and while you are at it, a few Acoustasonic Jazzmasters wouldn't go amiss. Richard points out that these pedals look very similar to some design work he has seen but can't quite place it...or can he?
Then there is pizza, fuzzy, warm, gorgeous pizza pie. Well its a new fuzz pedal from the mind of Blake and the chaps over at Big Ear pedals which got released today. It's sort of an exclusive. Sort of. We're really excited for Blake and the future of Pizza shaped fuzz pedals.
I'll get you Blakey, Library conferences, Brian's middle finger, The dot com crash, Hobbits, Deepfakes ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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394 - What does KTR stand for? and are Gibson about to release NFTs??? Feb 02, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week we have big (ish) news for our Patreon members with an all new level for those who want more than just our undying love. You will get the undying love too, but also some extra special stuff!
The legal eagles at Gibson have allegedly been filing trademarks over historical body shapes and the guys speculate about what it's about. Richard is characteristically sceptical but becomes pacified when he thinks about simian beings. Brian has some interesting trademark related views so weighs in with his experience before deciding to rename an op amp chip. Blake is coming to Nashville! There will be pizza, oh yes, there will be lots of pizza.
Richard demonstrates a shocking lack of knowledge relating to the wild west and Brian and Blake are shocked, horrified, and feel the need to educate him...and the timing could not be better as he has just been sent a cowboy hat by his cousin in America which leads the guys to a new invention...and then Blake fesses up to some disturbing trucker related history.
Can you microwave tea? Maybe, Richard is not sure he hates the idea as much as Blake thinks he will, and Brian remains confused. A certain guitar player that divides opinion greatly has been talking about YouTube hypnotising its audience. The guys tread sensitively around the subject and conclude that he should just play guitar and not spout nonsense.
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Spider monkeys, the new Beats Studio earpods, Dopesick, CB radios, Lizard people, Slug based plectrums, Expensive hobbies...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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393 - Big pedal news and Brian flies to outer space Jan 26, 2022

Brian, Blake, and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Welcome to the Number 1 rated guitar podcast in Martinsville, Indiana! Blake comes in hard with some Dad related subject matter, which takes Richard by surprise, before letting us know about his new musical project as Richard laments his mouldy case related woes. Meanwhile Brian commented on a technical thread over on Facebook before his morning coffee but thankfully nobody was hurt by his crazy suggestions.
Brian has discovered that he can fly to outer space in his flight sim and this makes the inner child in him - which is about 99% of his brain - very happy. There has been some big pedal news this week but Blake is not yet convinced and tells us why. There has also been some business related news and Richard approves so much he goes off on a bit of a rant...
Richard paid a trip to one of the UK's finest Guitar shops and has ended up GASsing really badly for something that looks very wrong, but feel very right. He admits to having problems with testing guitars in a shop environment and offers up a solution before Blake and Brian attempt to impersonate electric guitars with their mouths.
Guitar case love, The return of the idiot hound, Crypto joy, Pedalboards of doom, Brian's dog form, Switchable effects, Mildly angry NFTs...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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392 - You may have a valuable pedal that you didn't know about Jan 19, 2022

Brian, Blake and Richard are back for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake joins us over dial-up as we dive headlong and foot-short into another episode of vaguely guitar based musings and mutterings. Richard hurts Brian's feelings - both of them - before Blake gives us some insight into some workings in the gear market right now - you may have a valuable pedal that you didn't realise was in demand as Blake has.
Speaking of pedals, young master Blake teases us with a brand new pedal release that is coming up before Brian takes us through a TikTok video that tickles him somewhat. This bit is definitely not to be taken seriously. Except Blake's bit. Richard then drags the conversation several layers lower when he talks about a lady with an interesting business model that literally backfired.
Richard has been thinking about getting a 7 string, maybe even a PRS? He and Brian discuss it and Brian's brain melts on air before they move to talking about bass guitars which in turn leads to some simple amplifier related questions.
Brian's secret voiceover work, Blake's weird flex, Bottled methane, Shakira or Calvin Harris, Massive pedal hints, The silver squier, Brian's organ harvesting scam...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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391 - Døvydas from the Internet is here...attitude follows action Jan 12, 2022

Brian, Blake and Richard are joined by live looping maestro Døvydas for an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Our guest has come from relatively humble roots in Lithuania to international fame, via "Lithuania's got talent" and the Eurovision song contest, and his journey both geographically and musically is discussed at length. It's been a funny and interesting journey so far - if you have never seen one of his YouTube videos you should definitely go check one out now - and the guys have a great time chatting about the cultural differences and quirks that have stood out.
We hear about how he started off with borrowed gear, his earliest influences, Brian tells us about how he first met Døvydas, and Richard mistakes Am for Dm. We dig into his style, his skills, and how he puts his performance together, and we get some great wisdom that stops Brian in his tracks. Blake points out that it's not just the Rock and the Roll that Døvydas excels at either before committing a hideous and nefarious audio crime.
Døvydas has been having fun at a guitar store and tells us of the story which pleases everyone, and then explains how being a solo artist can be a real time saver, and why his pursuit of physical fitness is a lifestyle choice. He also gives as a raft of valuable wisdom. You are not going to want to miss this episode - it's a rollercoaster from start to finish. The medium IS the message.
Red Elvis chickensuits, Pointless awards, Pork Butt and Blues, Rick rolling, The fresh prince, Steve Vai ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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390 - Happy New Year, Happy New Gear! Jan 05, 2022

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Happy new year to all of our listeners! The guys have been indulging in merriment and chocolate and are feeling the strain - well their waistbands are - and they discuss their gear hauls over the festive period. Brian is still having humidity related issues so Richard suggests a change of location but Brian is not keen.
Brian bought himself a new toy for Christmas and tells us all about it and all about his (non peanut butter flavored) cookies. Blake and Brian also discuss the worrying supply chain issues in the electronics industry and it isn't happy listening. Hint: Prices are not going to be going down this year in the music gear industry. It seems as if Brian has fallen into the matrix over the holiday season and Richard wants to pull him back out so he can make some more pedals.
Alexa has become dangerous and has proved we are not ready to embrace a fully AI driven life just yet. Bad Alexa. Blake has an amazing Dan Armstrong lucite guitar and the guys love it, it has some interesting technological features plus it weighs less than a baby elephant. Ooh. shiny things. I cant believe we didn't make the Transparent tone gag. The guys also got some amazing gifts from some of our listeners and are bowled over by the generosity so discuss what they got...
Important note: several stupid and dangerous things get discussed. Do not listen to anything from these idiots, their brains have been badly affected by the consumption of holiday foodstuffs. Yes foodstuffs, that's it.
The Fast show, E-sports, The rise of Skynet, Brians radio headset, Blues driver mods, Thalia capos ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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389 - Paul Cuddeford joins us for a holiday chat Dec 29, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week we are joined by Paul Cuddeford, a British guitar player who has graced many a record and many a stage, and is currently part of the touring David Bowie alumni supergroup "Holy Holy". He tells us about how he met Jimmy Page, got the playing bug, and how he started out as a musician in LA as a result of a meeting with guitarist Rick Dufray.
He's a self confessed gear-head and has been around a fair few legendary individuals and part of the guitar scene through some interesting times so has a unique take on what it was like to play on the road with some big name acts. Brian also gets the opportunity to use his new-found British vocabulary to simultaneously categorise and criticise Richard and his 90s music tastes.
Paul is a left handed player and Blake has a really interesting question for all 'lefties' everywhere so the guys explore it and Paul gives us his views based on his experience. Paul is also a Wampler artist and the guys talk about the Tumnus and the Pantheon and why he loves them. The guys then look at Paul's career making music for Film and television and there are some great insights in how to get started.
Pete Thorn, Yo! MTV Raps, Ron Jeremy, Mott the Hoople, Shane MacGowan...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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388 - Blake has psychic powers and can you influence a review? Dec 22, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake predicted the future and the guys look at how this could be turned in to a money making scheme. Brian fancies the life of a crypto billionaire so is all ears and Richard offers forth some infallible logic that essentially underwrites the deal. Note: Under no circumstances should you listen to any investment advice from the Chasing Tone Podcast. Unless it involves Pedalcoin (tm).
There was some controversy on the internet with a review of a budget guitar that provoked some ire from someone claiming to represent the company. Richard points out the nature of reviews and how they work and Blake then adds some color to the conversation with his perspective on the event.
It was the birthday of an industry legend and the guys look at this and the impact that he has had on the music industry. This then turns into a conversation about AI art and it gets very silly, very quickly. Blake has been playing with synths and the guys chat about awesome soft synths and MIDI controllers. Brian then lets us into a secret about the Chasing Tone theme tune...
Peanut Butter, Festive Sharts, Brians Shame, Terrible Dad jokes, Brians smoke machine ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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387 - It's a different kettle of fish and oh no, not another overdrive ? Dec 15, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Richard has no idea about American Sports, especially Wrestling, and he demonstrates this with gusto whilst Brian has been at a function with John Cena...or has he? The guys then discuss the new Tim pedal - although maybe it isn't new?
The guys look at some of the reaction to the launch of the Pantheon Deluxe - and Brian dissects some of the inevitable comparisons that were made with another pedal - and also the fun mechanics of releasing a pedal while also keeping a leakproof ship. Hint: It's nearly impossible. Blake has some great insight on the timeliness of information and product releases and Richard waxes lyrical about demo artists.
Brian tries to convince Richard of the life enhancing properties of chewing tobacco but he isn't convinced but it leads to further disturbing revelations from Brian and Blake. This leads to a potentially even more shocking revelation about Richard's father's reality show career.
Swahil Illinois, Brockwatch, Lo-tech sound effects, Another overdrive, Tater Schwift returns, Caterpillar farming, Blake's unspeakable horrors ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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386 - The new Wampler Pantheon Deluxe...oh and some band from Liverpool Dec 08, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week we have a new pedal to talk about - it's almost an on topic episode! I need to take a seat...but not drink too much coffee it seems. Richard has seen the new Beatles docuseries "Get Back" and it was an inspirational and magical experience for him and he tells us why. Is it worth 8 hours of your time? Well listen and find out what Brian, Blake, and Richard think about the Beatles, making music in a band, and do check out the blog on the main Wampler pedals website too!
Wampler have released the new Pantheon Deluxe Dual Overdrive pedal and it is a pedal that brings the guys a lot of pleasure. It is Wampler's first MIDI switchable gain pedal and it has so many great tOaNZ. Brian is naturally modest about his work but Richard waxes lyrical about why the dual Bluesbreaker config is such a great combo and why this may be the ultimate gigging pedal. Then he goes off in a sulk...or does he? Also the Gearbox is finally back in stock - although it is selling quickly but its return pleases everyone.
Dave Mustaine has come out with a Megadeth Cryptocurrency and the guys chat about it. Brian definitely wants to create his own and the Blake talks at length about NFTs and Richard spies a "get rich quick" scheme for himself before leading the other guys astray.
Do you have a limited databank for your musical tastes? Richard has a pondering and Blake and Brian weigh in with their views and some scientific findings.
Silk Scarves and spiky jock straps, Flashing, Magic LEDs, Weightlifting goals, BANKSY, Comic Sans MS ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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385 - Adele's Spotify commandments and Wampler Guitars Dec 01, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian has found a new 335 style semi-hollow, and he is dreaming about buying one, but it's not in stock and he is not happy. His search continues, and Richard mentions an off-the-wall brand for him to try but Brian is hanging on to his pedal bucks. So the guys talk about Brian's DIY skills and his levels of desire to build his own guitar line.
Richard's favorite female crooner, Adele, has changed the way we listen to music on Spotify and this sparks some debate. Blake is not a big Spotify user and has some good reasons for this including their streaming royalties. He also made a different dinner for Thanksgiving and tells us all about it whilst Brian looks on in wonderment.
Brian has played a gig and he had a fantastic time and the guys chat about it and rapidly discover Brian may have forgotten one or two significant details...but it is not really an issue as the amount of joy in Brian's voice is palpable and wondrous. He took his 335 too just to be extra punk and no one buys it. The guys then chat about Country music and Richard shows his complete lack of knowledge despite watching a documentary and getting Kenny Rogers mixed up with Willie Whatsisface...
Blake's lighting arrangement, Thrice plugging, Xbox naming hassles, Unpopular Guitarpinions, Tater guitars, Brian and the Unknowns...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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384 - Brass Against and Boomer Bends - Well that's one way to gain fame and notoriety I suppose Nov 24, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Blake tells us all about his pirate fantasy as we delve back into the world of tone chasing once more and he talks about an interestingly housed pedal from an eco friendly source. Richard has seen the new Fender Player Acoustasonic and he still wants one but he feels he isn't ready to spend that much money. Brian on the other hand is not interested unless it's made by Charles Whitfill and diverts the conversation into the painful world of pedal naming.
It's the 2 year anniversary of the launch of the Wampler Terraform and the guys talk about how much they love that particular tiny little bundle of modulation goodness. Richard also drops some hints about some products that Wampler have been working on.
There was some news this week about the lead singer of a band called Brass Against - you may have already heard about them in the news - and their lead singer's now infamous stunt at a festival. Was it a travesty or was it marketing cunning at its finest - we are certainly all talking about it and Brian considers the pros and cons of this type of approach to marketing.
Tim Henson and boomer bends, Brian's Shuttle, Dr. Hook, Rubber asphyxiation suits, the return of the Wamp stamp...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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383 - Introducing Tater Shwift and is there a new music revival happening? Nov 16, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys have some technical issues as they go to record and this makes Richard 5% more angry and so Brian and Blake take it upon themselves to audition their British accents. Richard nearly bought a new pedal but was confused by the wording in the specs. Luckily Brian pointed out how stupid he was being (well, actually he lets us into a little industry secret) and all was well in the world.
There is an untypical serious moment as the guys look at the tragedy that occurred at the Astroworld festival and some interesting views are shared. It is not a subject that gets the normal lighthearted treatment, and there is a lot of speculation as nobody knows the full details, but the guys felt it needed to be discussed.
There's a gorgeous looking new Wah pedal on the market which the guys look at before complicating matters with scurrilous rumors. Industry experts have made a large prediction about the state of the industry which the guys discuss before looking to the aforementioned Taterson "Shwifty" Shwift.
Cheese Donuts, Techno Viking, Exposure bucks, Ad rants, The James Bond chord...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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382 - Batweiser beer, Fender shopping, and Analogman fakes Nov 10, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys reflect on last week's guest appearance from the GristleMeister Greg Koch and Richard has already ordered a beanie. The guys then talk about the news from Chase Bliss and Cooper FX and Blake has some insights into the origins and back story of the deal - some of which sound very familiar to the situation Brian found himself in. Brian then gives us some insight into the inner workings of a pedal company and the things that excite him about the business.
Fender have bought Presonus in a move that brings them firmly into the world of DAW software and hi tech music production hardware so the guys talk about what this may or may not mean before flying off on a total tangent. Brian then tells us about a video that Mike from Analogman posted showing him destroying fake King of Tone pedals which caused some controversy on the internet.
JHS bought out their take on the classic RAT circuit with their new multi rat pedal and Brian gives us a view on the technology with a wry look at some of the criticism that has been unfairly piled on JHS. Richard then imagines an ultimate fighting competition between Josh and Brian and it just gets very silly.
Robot Tuners (AGAIN), Internet Armchairs, Wampler bedspreads, Wish suggestions, the 27 club...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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381 - Greg Koch - The King of Gristle! Nov 02, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are joined by special guest Greg Koch this week with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Disturbing and glorious! This episode opens at full speed and doesn't let up - so strap yourself in and prepare for the journey. Greg gives us a vast number of cool insights into his background and musical career whilst keeping us all hugely entertained with his trademark sense of humor and gristle based panache.
Greg has some signature pedals - including the Diabolical Gristle Tone Manipulator - so Brian asks a little bit about them and how they came to be before the inevitable conversation about food leads on to a little talk about Greg's journey to his current tea(coffee)-total state via Keith Moon's biography...I did say it would be a wild ride.
There are some serious points raised when Greg raises his own unique personality traits and how they defined the beginning of his life - he speaks pretty candidly and doesn't shy away from the truth. He also gives some great advice about how to get started in the music business, what it takes, what it doesn't take, and how he made it through all of the pitfalls that were placed in his way. You are definitely not going to want to miss this one!
We had a great time recording this show, Greg was a lot of fun and we definitely enjoyed our brief trip to electric gristleland so sit back, pour yourself a coffee, and enjoy this week's Chasing Tone!
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380 - How to stop your pedal battery from draining rapidly Oct 27, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Would you buy a Brian Wampler action figure ? Of course not because you are not deranged, but if you did, what accessories would it ship with? What about super cheap pedals? Are you into those? The guys have their say on a new range of ultra budget pedals that have just been announced.
Brian has one simple trick to make your battery last longer in your pedal - you don't want to miss this stunning revelation. There have been more guitar related crimes (and not just Richard's playing) but there's a nice twist in this story, which leads us into a fascinating mini history of a surprising custom shop that made some interesting guitars.
Richard attempts (very unconvincingly) to hoodwink Blake into believing there are bizarre fashion related rules in the UK and fails. The guys then talk about playing a guitar with a bow and it turns out Brian has already bought something...
Opaque pedals, Hillbilly Dentistry, 90s Styling, Action Figures, The green taint...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!

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379 - Did we just get cancelled? Oct 20, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian woke up one day to find the Wampler Instagram account had disappeared. What happened to it ? Did Richard's memes cause more offence than normal? Did Brian's singing cause some form of sonic weapon based activity which resulted in a ban? Or was it just a hideously horrible random incident? The guys chat about the incident, the major annoyance it caused, and how they resolved it with some assistance from Blake and some other utter legends.
Whats the longest you've gone between starting to learn and finishing to learn a guitar solo ? Richard had a mental block over something relatively simple but set himself a challenge to fix a multi decade laziness issue. Blake cannot remember when he last learned someone else's solo and the guys chat about learning other people's work and the concept of finger acrobatics versus playing music.
Do you have a nice acoustic guitar? Brian maybe entering his new age hippy period and he's thinking about a new acoustic so the guys have a little chat about it before exploring the capitol city of pedal builders. Google have included a guitar tuner in their search page and it works pretty well so the guys check it out as well as some new tube based pedals.
Follicle related challenges, Blakealikes, Brian speaks yoof, SMS stylings, VR Headsets, The Vibrating Oscillation ...it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!

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378 - Can you shred with a pedal built into your guitar? Oct 13, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

Blakes been to Nashville and has eaten his entire bodyweight in biscuits and gravy and various animal products - he may have also bought some new toys. Brian has taken note of some new guitars with built in Chase Bliss effects and the guys chat about how it might work for them and Brian offers to become fully sponsored by Chase Bliss as long as he can wear his Wampler brand Boxer shorts.
Was Elvis Presley a Spy for Richard Nixon? At the peak of Beatlemania, it is alleged that Richard Nixon asked Elvis Presley to go and spy on John Lennon and report back on how the Beatles were destroying the youth culture of the innocent American children. The guys chat about this and why Elvis possibly wasn't the best choice of undercover spy...
How do you get started as a small band? And how do you make money? A lot of musicians have had to take side jobs to create a stable income on top of gig money and the guys talk about the challenges of playing and earning in 2021.
Brian's Romantic tales, The Original JHS, Social Media downtime conspiracy theories, Buzz Aldrin, Nerding out over Hard Drives, James Bond...it's all in this weeks Chasing Tone!

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377 - Vintage Guitars, Fiery Bebop, Travis Feaster, and Richard is a !*$£@! Oct 06, 2021

Brian, Travis and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

This week we are joined once again by the legend in his own lunchtime, Travis Feaster, who immediately raises the tone by discussing his wife's Tik Tok activities and Richard doesn't notice that he was using his room mic for the first 10 minutes and berates himself muchly. There are some beeped swears. The guys chat about other long running podcasts in the same space and touch a little on the history of the Chasing Tone podcast and gear podcasts.
How good are you with a bottleneck / slide on an electric? Richard has been practising and realised he has a long way to go, and the guys chat a little about Derek Trucks and slide technique in general. Do you like sunburst finishes? Apparently John Mayer doesn't and this also becomes a point of discussion. Travis uses this as an opportunity to mention his '64 Strat which makes small parts of Richard very envious. Ok all of him.
Do you visit your local Guitar Center while high? No of course you don't - you are not that guy from Chattanooga...or are you? Travis introduces us to his new invented word and the guys chat about various substances and immediately regret it. He then gives us some valuable insight into how to find the vintage guitar of your dreams - you wont want to miss this bit as he gives a clue about the next bargain collectable guitar.
Tik Tok leggings, Weird Al Yankovic, Knockoff mics, Influencers in the wild, MGK vs Slipknot pt. 2, The Sopranos...it's all in this weeks Chasing Tone!

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376 - Who's Roger Waters?? Dave Kilminster joins us for a chat... Sep 28, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

We have a bit of a different episode this week as we are joined by the insanely talented Dave Kilminster, a musician who has come from the mean streets of Bristol, UK (very similar to Indiana according to Richard - but he mixes up two Wurzels songs so what does he know?) via Keith Emerson, Steven Wilson and Roger Waters. Thats not a bad CV and we haven't even touched on half of it!
Starting out with a catastrophic injury that would have finished many people off before they started guitar wise, Dave went on to win a UK competition and had an established music teaching career before playing with some cast iron UK legends and he tells us about his early influences and the musical journey so far. There is a fair bit of Pink Floyd content here (I wonder who is to blame there), and he talks extensively about emulating David Gilmour, but there is also a whole load more and Dave gives us some very cool insights into touring and playing to a global stage.
We touch on Dave's Gear of course, and we learn some of the secrets he has learned about Gilmour's tone, and Richard fails massively to not be awestruck or convince Brian of his need to listen to more Floyd. He may be convinced to buy a Tele with a Whammy bar though. We talk about pickups and we talk about Dave's solo work and his upcoming album where he gets to be himself and how starting off listening to diverse musical styles really helped hone his skills. Blake is not to blame for the rise of streaming and tells us so pretty concisely.
Black Sabbath, Dave Grohl, How to audition properly, Electrocuted finishes, Dub side of the moon....it's all in this weeks Chasing Tone!

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375 - Bedroom Guitarists, the new Wampler pedal, Brian fights Robbie Williams Sep 22, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

Have you ever foraged for mushrooms? No, not the ones that make you see faeries, the ones that offer sustenance...Blake has and tells us about it. Richard has listened to a podcast where Jo Wood, the former wife of Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, interviews some of her fellow celebrity UFO fans, and he tells us the story that stuck in his mind about Robbie Williams before Brian tells us about his schoolyard fighting days.

Whats the largest concert you ever went to? The guys talk about some ridiculous numbers Richard found out about whilst looking into some of the world's biggest concerts. This leads Brian to worry about the practicalities and then discuss bass guitar heroes including the bass player Darren Wall who stopped a shooter and is our Hero of the Week. Someone stole some instruments from one of Blake's friend’s bands (Kaonashi) and he is mad...and rightly so! In terms of thievery, almost nothing is worse than stealing someones tools and stopping them from working.

Some people use the term "Bedroom Guitarist" as an insult to the level of skill a guitarist has, but the guys do not agree. However you make your music, as long as you enjoy it, it is all good. What if you work with guitars for a living - is it still fun? Find out what the guys think in this episode. Richard has one of Brian's new prototypes and it has surprised him despite his familiarity with the architecture...

Crowds of millions, Inverting Op-amps, Joe Perry, Studio toys, 1972 Plexi amps, Tremelo pedals, Smokey amps, Investing in guitars ... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!

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374 - Its not a phase mom, Blakebob Squarepants, Iron Maiden's Secret Chest, Click tracks Sep 14, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Support Woes! Brian is feeling mega-ranty because he doesn't understand why internet induced impatience has led to people asking social media for support first instead of contacting the company's support. Hear him seethe as Richard and Blake poke the bear with a big stick. He does have a point though.
Brian is finding the internet a stressful environment currently and Richard suggests some relaxation techniques. One of them involves Bacon and Ice cream. It didn't quite have the desired effect on Brian but he says he will try anything once if bacon is involved. But not if cookies are required. Richard teases us with the next Wampler release but is typically coy, and he also has a page turner for when he practices learning Tab but he feels he also needs a big cape for his keyboard solos.
Should Brian downsize his guitar collection? No of course he should not. Blake and Richard reassure him that 16 is the very bare minimum he can live with. How do you decide how many you should keep? Do you get emotional with guitars as art pieces? And what about rotating them in your playing - do you like to swap out your playing guitar regularly?? By the time you answer this we may have all been transported to Proxima Centauri to reseed the human population with Bruce Dickinson anyhow...
Ratsbane, Zuckerspammary, Punching koalas, Angry answerphone messages, Superbrian, Neon green guitars, Portishead... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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373 - Dumble Jam, The Woodshed Guitar Experience, Electric Cars Sep 08, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian's been to the Woodshed Guitar experience in Nashville and relays the event's happenings. He was not happy with his initial choice of accommodation but it was probably all forgotten about as soon as he discovered the ancient art of drunken trampolining. Are you a high maintenance individual? Turns out Brian might be...listen in on his outrageous demands and his morning routine nuances and caffeination expectations. Oh he also jammed with Brent Mason and (virtually) salivated over Robben Ford's Dumble.
Brian has secret Jazz leanings and this has blown Richard's mind. Its not just cabbage related but maybe there is a a reference point. Can Richard influence Brian with more random prog rock? Probably not, but he tries, and discovered Brian knows his 80's pop! We also discover that Brian played another instrument in the past...
Blake has had a go in a Tesla and he liked it...he liked it a lot. So much so that Brian really, really wants one. But he hates driving! He wants something totally autonomous that drives him around his estate in style so he can just kick back with a craft IPA and his crispy new balance shoes. Did you know there were Eggs hidden in the Tesla ? And not the chocolatey type either.
Are pedals the baseball trading cards of the music world? Brian laments over his new revelation, possibly formulated under the influence of excess caffeine, and the guys talk about the concept of collectables. Richard has opinions, some of them make vague sense, the rest are just his normal ranty outbursts.
Angry Englishman, Some artists are terrible people, Brian's Flippage, a terrible dad joke, Redbull bike festival, Horse dancing ... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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372 - Pummelling phasers, Replacing pickguards, Capacitors and Resistors Aug 31, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Is Brian the Larry David of the pedal world? He certainly resembles him according to Richard and the guys chat about some TV before Blake notices Brian isn't paying full attention. Strymon have released a new Phaser with an interesting name and Richard loves the look of it. Brian is not yet convinced but the guys chat about it and whether or not you need that many options for a phaser before Blake waxes lyrical about the depths of modulation he wishes to reach before the guys talk about pedal aesthetics and minimalism.
Fender have announced the new Player Plus range and they are going to sit right at the top end of their "Made in Mexico" line with some colors that got leaked. This causes Brian to go to an Italian website and he becomes confused by cookies. Mmm...Cosmic Jade...and is Dark Night the Antigua burst of this generation of Fender guitars?
Richard has attempted the simplest piece of guitar modification possible - and it went horribly pear shaped - so he tells us about exactly what went wrong and why you should listen to the advice of others. Except him. He's one of the top three stupidest people on this episode. The guys try and sell him on the benefit of a decent soldering station. Yes, it got nerdy as hell at this point.
Is there anything nicer than a sea-foam green guitar? What about a sea-foam green guitar back scratcher? How about one branded by Joe Bonamassa? Yes, we have sent our hard earned dollars to the Joe B marketing machine and the guys perform a "live" review. At the time of recording Blake was preparing to talk to Misha Mansoor of Periphery and the guys look a little at his music and his business.
Maximum Self Oscillation, Nu-X or Nux, The Hot Tub of manly diseases, The Geriatric Eagles, Disgusting plastic wrap, Soldering stations... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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371 - Daniel Steinhardt from The GigRig and co-host of That Pedal Show Aug 24, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back and joined by Daniel Steinhardt in an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
This week we are stoked to have Daniel Steinhardt from The GigRig.com and That Pedal Show joining us for a lengthy chat about capacitors and resistors. He tells us a fantastic story about Yoshi from BOSS and his origins in engineering, and then spins off into telling us all the story of how he went from a touring guitarist to running his own electronics company. It's sounds very much like it has been quite the awesome journey so far!
Brian get's to test his hillbilly Englo-stralian accent on a real Australian, and Dan talks a little bit about his early influences and the music scene down under before he had his first quasi-religious experience with a classic pedal. It sparked a lifelong love of pedals and that certainly comes across with a natural passion that shines through in Dan's stories.
Dan also tells us a lot about his amazing relationship with industry legend and his partner in crime Mick Taylor, and the guys find out about how That Pedal Show came to be. He also tells us about the work that goes into that show before breaking down his dream rig - and Dan has definitely played played through one or two pieces of kit in his time. He's even given Brian some more food for thought and perhaps a new purchase looms on the horizon?
We all take a different musical journey in life, and Dan's video last year made us all think about our own love of the instrument, of music, and the circles we keep as we make our own way through this journey and our own connections to creativity. The podcast may get deep at some points so strap yourself in for a ride it's not your usual episode...
The Last Blockbuster, Elgar's beard, Hear the guys all say 'wow' like Owen Wilson, Roger Mayer, Natural feel for pedal order, Brians RF Chicken coop ... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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370 - Onlyfans (of electronics), Dave Grohl Pranks, Snake Theory, Parts Shortage Aug 18, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Something has happened to Brian and Blake - they've started to talk all polite and well mannered - has Richard infected them with a dose of Britishness? Did you catch Dave Grohl trolling some mean folk? The guys chat with reverence and awe over his amazing prank delivery and the concept of a mobile stage, arial guitar licks, and paintball guns.
Is Brian wearing any pants? Are they underpants or overpants, it's all very confusing for him, and becomes doubly so when the conversation moves on to the famous actor Idris Elba who Brian has never heard of. Logan Paul? Different story...Remember last week when Brian found a four inch snake? Well this week he encountered a relative and had to dispatch it humanely. He expounds on his theory about snakes, you wont be disappointed by it before he and Blake ponder life on the road.
Brian has come up with a new circuit! Its got him all excited and he drops a hint about what it may be...#itdefinitelyisntametalzone. Meanwhile, the gear industry is suffering from a major parts shortage, and we find ourselves bidding against major companies and governments for precious OpAmp chips.
Theres a special jack socket out that makes a bold claim about its advantages. The guys chat about this and the marketing of it and then a little bit of schooling on jacks and TRS connectors. Brian's off to this years Woodshed Guitar Experience and gives us a little preview.
Smoking caffeine, Richard's rumored water bong, Frog / Centipede horrors, Digi-der-oos, Mojo by the gallon, Never fix your bosses sons' laptop... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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369 - Imminent Tube Shortage, Brad Paisley, G.A.S. is about the chase Aug 11, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Do you think the best part of Gear Acquisition Syndrome (G.A.S) is the chase? You know, that period when you have ordered something but it is yet to come and you soak up everything the internet has to offer? Its Blake's birthday and he has ordered a special guitar and is almost ready to graduate to long trousers, Brian is contemplating giant displays, and Richard is shaking his fist at a cloud...before some rude person with a clipboard angers the resident canine alarm system.
Greta Van Fleet have turned a series of humorous memes aimed against them into marketing success via TikTok so the guys give us their views on the platform before breaking down some old fashioned marketing trends versus more modern personality based marketing. Blake hasn't taken to TikTok as much as Brian but maybe this is about to change.
Is there about to be a tube shortage? Mike Matthews' latest prediction may not be all its cracked up to be and Richard shows off just how stupid he is before professor Brian Google schools him...and what about tube based pedals, how will it affect those and how in fact do they do what they do so darn well?
Brian took a trip to see Brad Paisley and hung out back stage. He may drop a hint or two and may have accidentally played one or two guitars that perhaps he shouldn't have...

RIP Dusty Hill, Dirty Honey, Tiny snakes, Giant monitors, Frogs... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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368 - The Magnetosphere, Gibson Records, Artists and Social media, Wah-stash Aug 04, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Gibson has announced that it intends to launch a record label and the guys chew this over before pondering the idea of the Mega Music Corporation. Will this be a positive move? Will they take over the world? Is Joe B flying to space in a Gibson Rocket? Brian is a fan of the idea, and wonders if he can start something similar and Blake talks about the "New Artist Model" that is prevalent. Do you care about the views of artists you love ? Richard doesn't always, and believes that social media has made everyone a critic / journalist and not always with great results...
Richard tells us why he hates websites that autoplay music, especially loud music, and doubly especially when an advert plays in a window he cant find, and the one time he was asked to make a website in Comic Sans. It nearly ended his career and it then turns his ranty boomer mode up to 11.
EHX's Mike Matthews has posted up a cryptic page on his website that talks about how he is planning to tap into a massive free energy source that could solve energy problems for all of us on planet earth. Will it work or not? Who knows, but if anyone can save us, it is Mike Matthews. Or perhaps this is a sinister plan to take over the worlds via a mesh network of Big Muffs??

Have you ever found something inside a pedal that wasn't supposed to be there? One of our listeners sent in a picture of a Wah pedal that had clearly been used for someone's stash...
Greasy chicken, Glenn Medeiros, Big Pharma, Hendrix plays a Gibson Strat, Brian has a new guitar, toys for idiots, Podcast-B-Gone... It's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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367 - Summer NAMM, Aluminium necks, Digital v Analog, Rick Beato, and Jeff Bezos' rocket Jul 27, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with an all-new episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast! Brian trolls Richard expertly before telling us about his experiences at Summer NAMM and it’s not like any Summer NAMM he’s been to before so he gives us a run down of the show before literally almost performing a different kind of run down as he tries to take out the competition. He’s also been checking out some new music…well new for Brian anyhow….and Richard attempts to educate Brian on early German Power metal. Brian then speculates about Winter NAMM and the attendance levels that may or may not manifest themselves.

IK Multimedia, the creators of Amplitube, have come out with some cool looking pedals, and the guys chat about the concept and the large footprint IK have chosen. This brings up the subject of digital versus analog pedals and then the guys talks about how digital sounds different to different people and how age affects hearing. Taste and hearing loss have varying effects on our chase for tone as mentioned by one of our listeners, so the guys chat about it.

Rick Beato has had some copyright issues with an episode about “The Cars” and Brian discusses it before smoothly transitioning into the newly stoked up debate about streaming which has gone as far as the British parliament. Will the men in glitter be round? Blake admits he likes Wham and Richard discusses the generosity of George Michael.

Brian wants to move to Nashville, Woo-girls and pedal cars, Dodgy rocket designs, Aluminium necked guitars, it's all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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366 - Jazz Cabbage with the Philologist Rockmen Jul 20, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
The guys talk about the Rockman and a meme that Richard made about a number of requests Wampler have been getting to make their take on it. Blake and Brian educate him a bit about the history of the Rockman, Tom Shultz, Boston, and the sounds it can make before reflecting on price gouging and rare fuzz.
Brian suffers from temporal goat non-remembrance and Blake has a new Tolkien inspired pedal that brings him much joy. The guys then realise Brian may not be up to date on his Tolkien when he crumbles under mild interrogation and Richard struggles to keep it together.
It's new amp day for Bri! Find out all about his new "dumble" inspired amp and why he had to buy it. He's also off to Summer Namm and the guys discuss the glittery outfit Amanda needs to make for Brian as he struts his stuff in the summer heat.
Brian wants to go to space, and predicts he will do one day, and the guys discuss flat earth theory, UFOs, and the myriad alien races that control the planet earth.
Dungeons & Dragons, Knob matching, Breaking into cars, the Brijazzle, Speeding Cameras, Brian's cunning disguise, Fuzzy Worms, Richard Branson, it’s all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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365 - Sleeping is a logistical nightmare for Brian Jul 13, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!
Brian is tired, so very tired, and has been burning the midnight oil on his travels to see Josh Scott from JHS Pedals in Kansas City, Missouri. He and Blake swap sleep accessory tips before Brian is forced to remove his headset as Blake tells an awful story. Richard discusses his sleeping superpower before Blake points out it may be a legitimate medical issue.

Blake and Brian compare notes about the amazing setup JHS have and we learn a little of the professional media environment Josh has put together with his team. From broadcast tips to jamming with the guys, Brian breaks down his experience and how much he enjoyed it, and there was no mention of a giant ham but some mention of Dave lee Roth’s alternative career as a Paramedic.

Does a popular piece of free audio software have spyware embedded? The guys chat around this controversial issue. This leads into a conversation about Ai generated music and the specific concept of bringing artists back from the dead using new technology.

Originality is something that is often discussed in the pedal world, even though we know they are all basically tube screamer clones, and Brian has some views on this but most importantly has discovered a truly unique and original guitar pedal. We then discover a shocking dark secret about Richard's Epiphone

Epoxy Guitars, Bone Saws, Van Halen, Custom 335s, Joe Bs Salty Vee, New Fenders, Crossroads (the movie), it’s all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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364 - Brian knows his onions Jul 06, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

Brian suffers from permanent timezone confusion and so the guys talk about universal time before they drift off onto AI powered tractors, lawn mowing meditation, and why Richard’s dad is not the lead guitar player in Saxon. Brian reveals he off to Kansas to see JHS, and will be going live with Josh this week, lets see what comes out of that meeting of minds…

Blake tells us all about his new Orange cab and was surprised by the head he found he liked the best with it. He got some interesting information direct from Orange and shares his findings with everyone.

A meme has been circulated relating to 3 stereotypical podcast hosts. Apparently all podcasts have the same three hosts and the guys wonder which apply to them. Sadly Brian doesn’t watch movies so has no idea what this means. But he has confessed to liking some Pink Floyd. Or has he? The guys then discover that if you draw a Venn diagram to figure out where the common musical thread between them is it ends up with a surprising result.

Brian has a rant about people who unnecessarily fiddle with trim pots inside their pedals. It is not something he approves of (to put it mildly). Richard invents the Scissor-Lift pedalboard (tm) and performs a fascinating radio mime to describe this. Is there a shortage of guitar strings? Blake has insider knowledge and Brian taps him up for his unique requirements, and the guys discuss coated strings.

Metallica covers, Blake and Brians impersonation of the St Anger snare sound, Canadian Les Paul purchasing, Peaches, Headless guitars, Epiphones, the dark art of truss rod tweaking, its all in this week's Chasing Tone!
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363 - Rockin’ all over the world Jun 29, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

Brian bemoans the software industry as he has technical issues and it fires him into rant mode. Wampler made a pedal once that people thought was too weird for us, Brian tries to relate this to cars, and the conversation drifts into hillbilly territory…

Richard discovers that Brian, and Blake, have never heard of stadium dad rock giants, Status Quo, and is audibly shook by this telecaster based injustice. We discuss the infamous telecaster mods of Francis Rossi and then Brian reveals that the team have been working hard on some new products before he fantasises about breadboarding in Starbucks.

Blake gives us an update on his Rickenbacker to vintage Orange cab trade, Richard admits he not really into vintage amps so the guys pour well deserved scorn on his silly views. They then have a little bit of a look at Orange as a brand and Brian lowers the tone and reveals why he is the worst medical doctor to have.

How do you approach learning? Do online methods and apps work better for you than say traditional sheet music or tab ? The guys have different views on how they take in info and which learning style works for them. Brian then declares victory on the music taste front when Richard confesses to downloading Skid Row and Dokken.

ASMR for electronics nerds, mean comments, Dad metal, Bigsby and Grunge pedals, did we mention Patreon? It’s all in this weeks episode of Chasing Tone!

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362 - Seven Year Anniversary Bonanza! Jun 23, 2021

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, and this week they are joined by Travis Feaster.

Blake's conundrum - Should he swap his 6 String Rickenbacker 360 for a vintage Orange cab? The guys discuss how Rickenbacker manufacture their guitars and Travis shares some insider info on their production process. Travis describes his haggling nature and the guys talk about gear trading in general.

Travis taps into Brian's hip and happening nature with a question about impulse responses and the guys have an in-depth discussion about IRs and Amp simulations…and then concludes what we all know, that the SLO 30 is the greatest amp on the planet.

Brian also has a conundrum with mixing again and has been to Youtube university to learn a bit more so the guys have a chat about mixing while Blake becomes increasingly nervous about his vintage cab falling into the hands of someone who wont love it as much as him.

What are the two biggest factors in an amplifier's sound ? You may be surprised to hear it isn’t the tubes…

Blake gets angry with realtors, Travis plays “older” country gigs, Magnetic arm foolishness, it’s all in this weeks episode of Chasing Tone!

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361 - Solid Memery Jun 16, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

This week Richard learns about the wood shortage and rising prices of wood as a result whilst Brian once again avoids talking about capacitors and resistors, and Blake explains his totally legitimate theory of how to make playlists make him money whilst he sleeps....ok maybe it is slightly dodgy...
Is vegan jerky just dried bell pepper ? Perhaps rope is as tasty ? Brian and Blake are not convinced...really, Richard just needs to try Blake's Backyard Burgers and BBQ.
Spotify Premium vs Apple Music and streaming services in general - whats your preference ? Richard uses both but has some logic for why. Brian tried to listen to some of Bowie's seminal 1972 album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust..." and is not a fan. He fails to guess what American thrash band Richard loves and then goes off on a debate with Blake about what is thrash and what is not.
Brian is not happy with the stacked hum-bucker he installed in his Tele style Friedman guitar - he is disappointed with the lack of beef...and potentially crispiness...and then he sees an Epiphone with 3 P90s and needs some private time to reflect. The guys also touch on a little bit of the history of Bigsby too. Brian also examines a facebook rant about pedal cloning and discusses his industry insider take on this.
John Mayer does Toto, Ninja weaponry, Aliens in 1987, the Mandela effect returns, Pedalboard Monopoly - it's all in the latest episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

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360 - Wampler is on Fire Jun 09, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

The guys discuss the horrendous news that happened prior to recording - the factory where our pedals are built was damaged by a severe fire. It has caused some temporary delays, and a lot of "fun" issues, but we were absolutely bowled over by the support shown by some industry legends including Robert Keeley, Jamie from Earthquaker, and a number of other super cool folk. Meanwhile, Brian dreams of hotdogs...and attempts to explain the content of S'mores to Richard.

Blake is opening up an Only Fans account, his bodybuilding finally pays off, and the fellers also debate the newly release UAP / UFO footage. We also take a look at the marketing genius of Joe Bonamassa and his new range of gardening accessories.

What is the difference between a regular pedal and pedal for Bass guitars ? Brian explains some of those differences before becoming wildly enraged by the sticker on his new Squier Bass. The guys also chat about the latest spat between Roger Waters and David Gilmour of Pink Floyd and draw an analogy with pro wrestling.

Pedalboard shoes, Brian sings Spongebob, then he learns to swear in English, Blake ponders Goat Yoga, Richard wants to make foot shaped shoes and regrets his chilli choices, a horrible butt shaped guitar... It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast!

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359 - Eurovision Spectacular Jun 02, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake has been accused of fabricating the truth a little, so the guys explore why this was not the case, and put the world to rights. Richard observes that the full moon may have created undue amounts of internet stupidity and then promptly puts his (size 13) foot right in it.
Brian falls victim to multiple incidents of this stupidity and wonders why people are anti-tuner, why people think Jimmy Page didn't like pedals, and why people keep offering him "adult cuddles" in return for gear...
Richard attempts to explain the Eurovision song contest and fails miserably but does spot a Longhorn bass on stage with the Italian winners so that's ok.
Guitars made from ammo, special edition pedals and guitars, Facebook is spying on us again, Shazam, Lasers, the Matrix - it's all in the latest episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast!

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358 - We are playing basses now? May 25, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

The guys muse about their bass guitars and bass guitars they are wanting to acquire and talk about the difference in playing techniques from the guitar.

Mooer has released the GTRS intelligent guitar. Does a guitar need bluetooth and USB connectivity? The opinions are strong.

If you could choose a ten year (not necessarily a decade per se) period of music, what would it be? The guys talk about the eras that inspire them.

When did the guitar die? Some say that there seems to be a resurgence lately. The discussion takes a look at the idea.

Meatless pizza, the Unge pedal, DOD pedals and the guys have all been made into Lego-like figure.. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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357 - Gearbox release day May 18, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Wampler has done it again with the release of the Andy Wood signature pedal. The Gearbox has some interesting features and Brian explains how some of them work.

Have you heard about the optical hum buckers? It is based on LED technology and the guys have some thoughts on them.

Remember the Presidents of the United States of America? The band? David Dederer, guitarist for that band, posted a comment on one of Brian’s YouTube videos. That leads to a look back at the Band and their music.

Andy Ferris, Jason Isbell's new signature telecaster, the shirt, and the guys talk about one ugly a** guitar. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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356 - The Epiphones are taking over May 11, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast. Brace yourself, there is something in the air on this one.

Richard’s Epiphone is in and Blake’s is on the way. Richard shares the excitement of what he has discovered with the new axe.

Guild guitars have released a new model. The T-Bird has raised some eyebrows. The trio give it mixed reviews and talk about some of Guild’s other offerings.

Blake picked up an Boss HM-2 pedal that is one of those pedals that lends itself to the “this version is so much better than that version” Brian shares his frustration with that line of thinking and the guys talk about some of the tones that come out of that classic stomp box.

The last Blockbuster Video on Earth, Larkin Poe, and Richard has a fan? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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355 - The Pedal Movie May 04, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Reverb.com’s “The Pedal Movie” was released this past week. The guys welcome Michael Lux and Daniel Orkin, the creative minds behind the documentary.

Hear about the origin of the project, the heart behind it and some of the behind the scenes moments and some of the cool stuff that they could not fit into the final cut.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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354 - Release the Kracken! Apr 27, 2021

Brian, Blake and Richard are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake is back from his visit with Josh and JHS. He talks about his appearance on their show and his trip.

Richard has finally found an Epiphone 335 and had a little prompting to buy it. He talks about what got him there.

Playing through digital gear can produce latency and it can have an affect on ones playing. The guys talk about their experience with the issue.

TikTok has come out and admitted that they are driving what music is going to go viral. it leads to an interesting discussion

Victory Amps have released the V4 The Kracken pedal preamp. Richard is in love with the artwork and Brian looks into some of it’s features.

Plant based food, Reverb data leak, and Brian has an iMDB page. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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353 - Travis Feaster guest hosts, and has fashion tips! Apr 21, 2021

Brian and Richard visit with our old friend and Chasing Tone Alumni Travis Feaster.

Catch up on Travis’ latest ventures and what he has been up to. He talks about gigging during a pandemic and his new gig in the gear world.

Logic is a pretty popular DAW and Richard recently did a deep dive into a project that stretched his skill levels on the software. This started a conversation about recording platforms and their evolution.

Brian is starting to warm up to strats and now he is eyeing some new guitars. The guys talk about the choices and their pros and cons.

Travis saw a ghost, 420 day and Abe Lincoln playing guitar. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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352 - New amp day! Apr 14, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Brian finally pulled the trigger on a new Marshall Amp he has had his eye on. He takes a look at some of the features and it opens a conversation about some of the guy’s dream gear.

Is three amps really two amps too many as Richard says? Blake has been using a three amp setup and shares how he makes the magic happen.

There is a new app out for guitar players. It is a great tool to organize your gear and setups. The guys talk about it.

Alligator meat, recording studios, Richard wants to be an astronaut, and is Brian’s telecaster getting jealous? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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351 - Just relax and enjoy guitar Apr 09, 2021

351 - Just relax and enjoy guitar

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Dan from That Pedal Show released a video about not needing to be the worlds greatest guitar player. It opens a great conversation about not taking yourself so seriously.

Changing strings can be tough, but on a Floyd Rose rig it can melt your brain. The guys talk about it and you will enjoy Richard’s methodology.

Seafood, the funk bunker, Blake made a demo….video, and were you suckered on April Fool’s day? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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350 - Do something different!! Apr 02, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

There has been a meme floating around about the age old question of where the tone comes from. It opens the door for a great conversation.

A new piece of gear came out that was a bit “clonish” and it kind of struck a nerve with Brian. Find out why it got under his skin.

Richard asks which British band is better? Led Zepplin or Black Sabbath? it brings some interesting responses.

Chicken sandwich wars, Blake’s Ibanez 7 Series obsession, and investment advice you should ignore. And mini Boss pedals? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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349 - Bone Music and Tone Automation Mar 26, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Richard asks the question, who is the best living Strat player? It brings an interesting answer and a even better conversation.

There was a time when the Soviets banned music from the west. So the people found a way to get their hands on tunes and it is a fascinating technique to rock on.

Local radio stations can be lacking, and satellite radio has some compression issues, so streaming can be a viable option. The guys talk about what is on their playlists.

Steve Vai’s vid, Dr Pimple Popper, karaoke and FacePedal? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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348 - Pedal Musicals and a surprise guest Mar 18, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.
Our friends over at JHS have produced a musical about guitar pedals. The guys talk about the production and their take on what the sequel should look like.
Fender has released their version of the Acoustasonic Jazz Master. Blake has his opinion but the conversation swerved into a look at the spectrum of brands, models and types. There are some strong opinions as you could guess.
Richard brings in a very special guest. Lee Harris is the lead guitarist for Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets. It is a great conversation about playing with the Pink Floyd legend and the gear he is using.
Richard’s ES5 midi switcher, Men at Work, and Amanda finds us boring? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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https://www.facebook.com/lee.harris.official

https://www.thesaucerfulofsecrets.com

JHS Musical

https://youtu.be/gXZgOyFN54k

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347 - Crypto for Artists? Mar 11, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Kings of Leon are the first rock band to release their album under the NFT crypto currency. What is a non-fungible token and why could it be a benefit to musicians? The guys look at it.

Line 6 is releasing a wireless Helix midi controller. The guys have strong opinions on the whole wireless idea.

You get a new stomp box and plug it in, do you set the tone at “noon” to start out? Is “noon” neutral? There are some interesting thoughts on the subject.

There is a buzz out there about reviewers receiving compensation for their reviews of gear. The thought it is may cause bias and may have some negative connotations. The trio talk about the issue.

Gregorian chant rock covers, the royal family, Ian Drury and the blockheads and glitter showers.. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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346 - Mini pedals, The Ratsbane, and is NAMM done? Mar 02, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

MXR has released what may be the first artists signature mini pedal. The Eric Gales Rawdawg overdrive started an interesting conversation about the surge of mini pedals and peoples strong opinions about them.

Covid 19 is finally showing promising signs of slowing down and things are opening back up. This includes NAMM as the 2021 Summer event is returning as well as next year’s Winter NAMM. But the discussion looks at the idea that NAMM’s usefulness has diminished. Is it time for a retool or does the NAMM show just need to go away?

Wampler just released the Ratsbane overdrive. It is a pedal based around the classic Rat circuit, but it is not just a Rat clone. It has some depth and the guys talk about the latest addition to the company’s lineup.

Meteors, flat earth, and podcasting musings. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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345 - Brian has a total breakdown and new pedal coming out Feb 25, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Wampler Pedals is about to launch their brand new take on the classic Rat pedal. The Ratsbane is Brian’s interpretation of the popular dirt circuit with some cool Wampler twists. The guys talk about it.

Blake just finished an interview with JHS’ own Josh Scott that led to a conversation about digital marketing and how content creation is better used to reach the market.

Brian is making some adjustments on his beloved Epiphone. He has arrived at the point of adjusting the truss rod and it has him a bit nervous. The discussion is entertaining.

Use the right cable(?), using pedals with unique instruments, and 5G on Mars. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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344 - Snowed in Feb 18, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

You may have noticed a delay in this weeks podcast. Well you see the United States has been slapped with a deep freeze. Brian and Blake discuss how they have been affected.

Blake got his paws on a Silktone 12 watt amplifier. It has an interesting power tube set up. The guys talk about it.

Universal Audio has released an interesting line of pedals. The company is known for their plug-ins and that leads to a conversation about how those might be applied in a pedal setting.

Epiphone acoustic guitars, how guitar dad’s dance, humidity is bad (mmm-kay?) and gen z vs millennials. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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343 - Smashing Guitars Feb 11, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Did you catch Phoebe Bridger on SNL? Did you see her attempt to destroy her guitar? The guys have seen it and share their amusing reactions.

Then there is the guy who has made a guitar out of his deceased uncle’s skeleton. That’s right. You can imagine the reaction our trio has on this one.

England has their own version of Phil Spector? Richard recently discovered that notorious history of Joe Meek and his possible ties to a gear company.

TikTok may be okay, social media burnout and a tube screamer controversy. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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342 - Temperature controlled fuzz pedal & remodeling woes Feb 03, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Ed Sheeran recently achieved an incredible feat in the streaming world. This started a conversation about the intricacies of the world of streaming content.

The guys talk about some new gear they picked up lately. Blake grabbed a new germanium fuzz pedal with some interesting tech, and Richard caught a new Two Notes Captor X. This starts a chat about the convenience of impulse responses.

Brian’s dishwasher tried to burn down his house, Machine Gun Kelly’s guitar, and the warm glow of tubes. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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341 - New to guitar gear? Start Here Jan 26, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Brian is doing a little project for an outside entity and it involves distortion. Intriguing isn’t it? And did you know pink noise is different from Pink Floyd?

The guys talk about where they would direct a new player in starting out with gear, and some of the mistakes they made in there early pursuit of tone.

How many times have you picked up a new piece of gear to find it falls short of your expectations? Is it the gear? Is it you? Or maybe you misunderstand what that piece of gear is meant to do. It is a fascinating conversation.

Brian grabbed a new classic amp. Celebrity B-day messages and an all Boss pedal board? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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340 - NAMM releases, Ghost stories and UFO’s Jan 20, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Blake has a ghost story about a local theme park he and the family frequent. It even made an episode of Ghost Hunters. You will be surprised at the software the hunters were using.

Strings. Six, seven or eight? The guys talk about their experiences with more strings and what the differences are like and how they dealt with them.

NAMM has gone virtual and there are a lot of new releases coming this weekend. Brian, Blake and Richard look at some of the new gear coming from PRS, Gibson, Boss as well as some small companies with some cool gear offerings.

Our government recently released some classified info on UFO’s. Are they out there? We want to believe.

The new Macs are coming and have Blake and Richard excited. They talk about the coming upgrades and how they see it impacting the performance of some of the main stream programs.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods:
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339 - New Fender releases and new gear day Jan 13, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

Fender introduced their new line of guitars, amps and power supplies for 2021. The guys take a look at the offerings and share their thoughts.

Brian picked up a new Epiphone 335 last week and really likes it. Now he wonders what Epiphone model to pursue next. Blake and Richard chime in with their recommendations.

Ever wonder what it takes to go viral on TikTok or Youtube? It may be easier than most of us make it out to be. Brian shares a story about how someone proved that very point.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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338 - Gibson buys Mesa and Alien Discussions Jan 07, 2021

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

There was some news in the gear world this week as Gibson bought Mesa Boogie. The guys talk about the implications of the acquisition.

Brian picked up a new Epiphone 335 this week and is really digging it. This leads to a conversation about the brand and how far it has come.

The conspiracy theorists are kicking around a familiar image that is said to be a reverse engineered chip from the new Covid vaccine. Let’s just say it has some amazing gain.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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337 - Wampler Christmas Special Dec 21, 2020

Brian and Blake are back and once again joined by Wampler’s own Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

The guys take on some questions from our Wampler Tone Group.

Everything from pedal settings to favorite movies and some of the interesting podcasts that they listen too. It is quite a ride.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods:
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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336 - Lawsuits and Semi Hollow Guitars Dec 14, 2020

Brian and Blake are back and joined by Richard Oliver in this weeks episode.

There is an artist that has built some great success and has gotten the attention of a former manager. The ensuing lawsuit triggers an interesting conversation about how budding artist need to protect themselves and even relationships.

Both Richard and Brian have grabbed new axes. The guys talk about the acquisitions and Brian shares how the Wampler Tone group helped in his choice.

You grab the latest signature pedal with the expectation that you will soon sound like the named artist. But you don’t. What happened? It is an interesting discussion.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods:
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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335 - A visit with Henning Pauly Dec 07, 2020

Brian welcomes Henning Pauly to this weeks episode.

Henning is known for his highly polished gear demos on YouTube as well as his energetic personality.

He shares what it is like to do what he does and shares some insight into what makes good content.

If you are thinking of diving into the gear demo world Henning Pauly has some advice to push you in the right direction.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Henning Pauly’s Links:
https://www.youtube.com/user/EytschPi42

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334 - Gear terms defined Dec 01, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

True Bypass, buffer, gain vs volume? What gear terms are confusing to you? The guys talk about these and many more.

Shure has introduced a new USB podcast microphone with a lot of nice built in features. It has grabbed Brian’s attention and he shares some of the info on it.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Sweetwater mic link:
https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MV7K--shure-mv7-usb-podcast-microphone

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https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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333 - Something about something Nov 20, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

DeVon Blue is a musician and YouTuber that Blake is working with on a whole new marketing idea. The new twist on this media outlet use makes for an interesting discussion.

The age old question about starting up a gear demo YouTube channel came up recently. How do you get the gear companies send you stuff to demo? Brian and Blake share some insight.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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332- Limited run pedals and the dangers of TikTok Nov 11, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Derek is an IT security guy and a fan of the podcast. He recently reached out to Brian about some concerns over the use of the TikTok app. The guys talk about it.

A recent post on the Facebook group Pedalboards of Doom pointed to some frustration over “limited Run” pedals. Is it an unfair marketing ploy by companies? Brian and Blake take a look at the issue.

Gear demos can be a great resource when you are thinking about investing in a new pedal. But is there an over saturation of demo videos these days? It leads to an interesting conversation.

If you spend anytime on social media you have no doubt seen someone’s picture of their pedalboards. Some are saying that shows that pedals are becoming a status statement. Brian shares his opinion on the matter.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Reddit thread about TikTok:
https://www.reddit.com/r/videos/comments/fxgi06/not_new_news_but_tbh_if_you_have_tiktiok_just_get/fmuko1m/

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331 - Simple modulation pedals and Analog VS Digital Nov 03, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake recently got his hands on a Big Ear Albie pedal. It is an 8 mode “ambient modulator” that is very straight forward simple with very limited user control. Blake likes it and the guys talk about the pedal.

Brian went on a little road trip and his mind wandered to thinking about the differences between analog and digital circuits. It makes for an interesting conversation.

This year has been challenging to say the very least, especially on those artist that have depended on live performances for income. There are options out there and Brian and Blake look at those are.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods:
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330 - Boiling Guitar Strings and Amazon Guitar Pedals Oct 28, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

A recent post in the Wampler Tone group about the topic of boiling guitar strings came up. It is said to be a way of rejuvenating old strings and was a technique used by old blues players and maybe even EVH. Blake tried it and the guys talk about the results.

Amazon has wandered into the gear world with a line of Amazon Basic guitar pedals. More interesting is their marketing picture for the line. It has been a point of conversation in the gear groups and Brian and Blake muse over the inventive signal chain.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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329 - Is TikTok bringing back rock? Oct 21, 2020

Brian and Blake join forces for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

How many remember Jiffy peanut butter? They just changed the name to Jif recently, right? Nope. It has always been Jif, but many swear it was once Jiffy. This is called the Mandela effect. The guys talk about it.

Rick Beato recently put out a video talking about “The TikTok effect how social media is reviving rock music”. The guys talk about the truth behind the idea and a new app that allows use of full copyrighted songs.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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328 - Eddie Van Halen Oct 14, 2020

Brian and Blake are joined by Andy Wood and Richard Oliver for this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Last week we sadly lost a legend in the guitar world. Eddie Van Halen revolutionized the way we hear and play guitar.

Join us for a great conversation about what EVH meant to each of the guys and where they think the guitar world would be if Eddie never existed.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
Andy Wood - andywoodmusic.com

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327 - JHS releases $99 budget pedal line Oct 07, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Our good friends over at JHS have released a new line of $99 pedals. Josh and company cover the tone basics and Brian and Blake take a look at the line up.

If you are in to guitar gear demos, you most likely know Andy “Here’s my clean tone” Martin, but if you are not following his wife on Instagram you are missing out on some clever content. The guys look at her latest posts.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake’s Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCuIYHMJLqBH3o0uY4pGsGA

DIY mods:
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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326 - Are you using the DS-1 wrong? Sep 29, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake’s YouTube adventure has been an eye opening experience. That leads into a conversation about content production and the differences between YouTube audiences and those who listen to podcasts.

Are you using the DS-1 wrong? Are your settings using the full potential of the classic pedal? The guys talk about where your knobs should be.

Blake played Hip Hop? Yes he did. He lent his guitar talents to a recording for an artist in the genre. The guys have some fun with it.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake’s Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCuIYHMJLqBH3o0uY4pGsGA

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https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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325 - Tape Echoes and Fender's new Cyclone offset guitar Sep 22, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
Blake has some good news in regards to the Oregon fires,
however the whole event threw a wrench into his plans to
complete a video a day for thirty days on YouTube.
He talks about lessons learned and where he goes from here.
Fender has a new offset guitar in their Paranormal series.
The guys talk about the new versatile Cyclone guitar.
In one of Blake’s latest video releases he replaced the tape in a tape echo pedal.
This led to a deeper conversation about tape echoes and
what is available on the market.
it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
Blake’s Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCuIYHMJLqBH3o0uY4pGsGA
Comic we mentioned:
https://www.facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast/posts/3799008746778928
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324 - The best year in guitar sales history? Sep 15, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Things are getting better in Oregon but Blake is still on notice to be ready to leave as the wildfires are still burning. He talks to Brian about the situation and some of the hard decisions he has had to make.

Guitar World is reporting Fender has sold more guitars in 2020 than any other year in the company’s history. The guys talk about the exciting news and what it could mean for the future of the gear industry and music as a whole.

Blake’s YouTube video a day challenge has understandably taken a small detour, but he is still putting out content at a breakneck pace. He talks about the challenges and how he produces the videos and the tools he uses.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake’s Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCuIYHMJLqBH3o0uY4pGsGA

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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323- Richard Oliver Reveals All Sep 10, 2020

Brian has a conversation with the “Chief of getting things done” at Wampler Pedals, Richard Oliver.

Richard talks about his role in the process of pedal development, his favorite podcasts, and the prospect of the UK going back into lockdown.

He answers some questions from the Wampler Tone Group and he also talks about next year’s Wampler releases.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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322- Lessons from the woods Sep 02, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian is back from hanging with Joe Bonamassa and Brent Mason at the guitar show put on by Andy Wood. Brian talks about how the experience changed his perspectives and appreciation for the nuances of chasing tone.

Blake has taken on the task of putting out a video per day for the month. The guys talk about the challenges and benefits Blake faces and what styles he will be producing.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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321- Camping with Bonamassa Aug 21, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian is going to be a part of a very cool and intimate guitar show next week. Imagine hanging with Joe Bonamassa and Brent Mason in the woods. What? It is explained in the podcast.

There was a thread on Fuzztopia about a new battery based power supply. That led to a conversation about batteries. The good, the bad and the ugly.

Fender announced the Brent Mason Tele last week, this week they introduce the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Strat. It is a beauty and the guys talk about it.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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320- The future of NAMM and the music industry. Aug 11, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Fender announced the new Brent Mason Signature Telecaster. You better believe the guys talked about this one.

It has been announced that Winter NAMM 2021 has been cancelled. Has NAMM as we know it ran it’s course? Is it time for a change? Brian and Blake look at the subject.

And Rick Beato recently released a video discussing how labels work. This started a conversation of how the industry has changed and where it might be going.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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319 - Spotify statement about musicians controversy discussion Aug 04, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake is considering a second non-guitar podcast where he just talks to people who are forging their own path. This leads to a conversation of ideas for new content creation.

Spotify, kind of a controversial source for music for some and income for others. Recently the CEO Daniel EK said that artists cannot expect to release an album every 3-4 years and find success on the platform. The guys look at the comments and dive deeper into how the “industry” has changed and what is needed to succeed in it.

it’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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318 - Compression in dirt pedals explained Jul 28, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

A recent Facebook Gear page conversation revealed a polarizing set of strings. Either you love them or you hate them. This led to a conversation about strings and how some guitarist treat their strings. Salami?

Some say they turn off their compressor when using dirt since those pedals have some compression. Brian explains why that is not necessarily the case and the guys take a deeper look at compression.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods

https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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317 - Steve Vai on success & the music industry Jul 21, 2020

Pete Thorn, a good friend of the podcast, recently interviewed Guitar god Steve Vai and has graciously allowed us to offer a section of that interview here on the Chasing Tone.

It is an interesting conversation on Steve’s perspective on success.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Catch the entire interview with Steve Vai here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXgacBbXxzo

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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316 - Reverb.com increased fees, and that's okay Jul 15, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Reverb.com announced an increase in their fees that has caused an online meltdown. This leads to a lengthy look at online sales and all the inner workings and options that can be used.

What is going on at Peavey? There have been some changes in their amp line and it leads to a discussion about tube amps. What were the guy’s first tube amp and what are their favorites?

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Fuzzrocious Typhoon V2 available at:
https://tone-mob.myshopify.com/products/fuzzrocious-typhon-v2

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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315 - New Diezel head with smart tech? Jul 09, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian and Blake are back for another episode and of the Chasing Tone Podcast along with a new guest - Richard Oliver of Wampler Pedals.

If you follow Wampler social media it is likely you are at least familiar with Richard’s work. Brian and Blake welcome him from across the pond for a visit and some great conversation.

Diezel Amps have released a new “smart head” that realizes and logs when it has been profiled. There are speculations as to why they have done this and the guys talk about what this may mean for the industry.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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314 - 50 shades of Metal Jun 30, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

A recent video about the band Periphery and how they strategically position themselves to support their band financially start a conversation about what it takes in today’s music industry to survive.

How would you define metal? That is a recent question Brian asked the Wampler Tone Group on Facebook. It is really a broad genre and the guys talk about it.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Periphery video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-RfvLq6rOI

Finn Mckenty podcast:
https://pod.link/prmba

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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313 - All about that fuzz Jun 24, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian reached out to the Wampler tone group and asked if fuzz is a thing you dislike and why? This leads to quite a conversation about all things fuzz. From Big Muffs to the Fuzz Face to the Pelican Noiseworks Pelitaur, they talk about the circuits, good and bad ways to use fuzz, and their personal feelings on the subject.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

Facebook thread about fuzz:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wamplerfanpage/permalink/3213614698699919/

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312 - Big feet and stomp box problems Jun 17, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian got an email from a listener with size 14 1/2 shoes that struggles with his stomp boxes. This leads to a conversation about solutions for the problem and a quandary about double buttons on a standard sized pedals.

Big news in the gear world as D’Angelico acquires Pigtronix and Supro this week. Blake shares some insight into the mechanics of the companies. A tea company is involved?

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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311 - Are Guitar Podcasts Dying? Jun 10, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian was pondering the the possibility that the popularity of guitar based podcasts may be on the decline. Blake has a different perspective on the matter. It is an interesting discussion.

Do you remember when you become a “gear person”? The guys talk about the interesting phenomenon that once you are in most never go back.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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310 - Mic placement and home recording Jun 03, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
Putting a microphone on an amp to capture your tone can be a very frustrating experience. The guys discuss the different techniques they use. Brian doesn’t mic his amps anymore?

Home recording has come a long way from the Fostex 4 track days. The guys talk about the evolution of DAW’s and what their first platform was and what they use now.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

DIY mods
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/books

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309 - DOD, Big Muffs and Analog Delays May 27, 2020

309 - DOD, Big Muffs and Analog Delays

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake came to the realization that he has an affinity for analog delays, and even more so models produced by DOD. This opened a conversation about various delays and what is happening with DigiTech.

There is a website dedicated to all things Big Muff Pi. The guys take a look at it.

Brian’s AC has gone out in the shop. His guitars are not happy in the heat, but Brian has also realized he has very little experience with setting up his rigs. He is looking for advice.

It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian bd-2 mods
https://www.amazon.com/Modify-Blues-Driver-Guitar-Pedal-ebook/dp/B0882TN7X4/

DS-1 Mod ebook
https://modyourownpedal.com/products/how-to-modify-the-boss-ds-1-distortion-pedal

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308 - Opening back up and Dad rigs May 20, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

As the world starts to open back up and restrictions are lifted the guys ponder what the new “normal” will look like? Will your trip to the music store be the same?

60 Cycle Hum’s Facebook page recently had a discussion about “Dad Rigs”. The guys look at what that might mean and the proper apparel that should accompany it.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

Bd-2 Mod ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Modify-Blues-Driver-Guitar-Pedal-ebook/dp/B0882TN7X4/

DS-1 Mod ebook: https://modyourownpedal.com/products/how-to-modify-the-boss-ds-1-distortion-pedal

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307 - How Covid-19 is changing the gear world May 12, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Covid-19 has changed a lot of things in our lives and businesses. Musical Merchandise review has published a study they did on the pandemic’s effect on music retailers and the music gear industry. There are some interesting insights.

All these changes are causing some companies to change their focus and directions. The guys talk about a couple of examples and how it all works.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian bd-2 mods: https://www.amazon.com/Modify-Blues-Driver-Guitar-Pedal-ebook/dp/B0882TN7X4/

DS-1 Mod ebook: https://modyourownpedal.com/products/how-to-modify-the-boss-ds-1-distortion-pedal

To purchase signed Wampler Pedals from Brian:
https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/wampler-pedals-secret-stash

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306 - A new DIY book, and hand wired pedals are sexy May 04, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

So hot on the heels of his DS-1 DIY book, Brian talks about the newest release in the series. Are you ready to get your hands on an depth DIY book on the Blues Driver? Brian talks about it.

And all this E-book talk has got Blake thinking about using the platform to share some of his cooking chops. Could a Tone Mob cookbook be in the making? He discusses it.

And there is a lot of talk about “through hole” vs “surface mount” pedals, but a recent post of the internal build on a pedal really displayed how awesome a hand wired pedal can really be. The guys look into it.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian bd-2 mods
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0882TN7X4

DS-1 Mod ebook:
Link: https://modyourownpedal.com/products/how-to-modify-the-boss-ds-1-distortion-pedal

To purchase signed Wampler Pedals from Brian:
Link: https://modyourownpedal.com/collections/wampler-pedals-secret-stash

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305 - How to get a gear demo channel started Apr 28, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Last week Brian told you about his new Kindle book on modding the DS-1. And you should go get it, but Brian isn’t done yet. He talks about the next e-book he is about to release.

This quarantine sucks, but there is a positive trend that is pretty exciting. Music gear sale trends are showing that people are looking to make music. From a spike in gear sales to soaring searches for Garage Band, there could be some really cool new music emerging in the near future.

Have you ever watched a gear demo on YouTube and thought “I can do that.” But where do you start? What does it take to get gear companies to notice you or send you stuff to demo? It’s an interesting discussion.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

If you’d like to support this podcast, simply check out Brian’s ‘How to modify the Ds-1” Kindle book:
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304 - Preamps and a new DIY E-book Apr 20, 2020

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

A recent visit to a gear forum raised the question of where to place an ADA MP1. In front of the amp or in the effects loop? This leads to a discussion on pre-amps and shows you shouldn’t always believe what you read on the internet.

This quarantine has changed a lot of things in our personal and professional lives. This includes some of the things Wampler does as a company. Brian and Blake take a look at how this all translates to the gear world.

Brian has just released a new DIY Kindle E-book full of DS-1 info and mods. Perfect time to “shelter in place” and do some rad mods on that DS-1 sitting in your closet.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian’s ‘How to modify the Ds-1” Kindle book on amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0872JN3GF

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303 - 9 Free Apps and Plugins to help you make music Apr 13, 2020

Brian welcomes Blake back, at an acceptable social distance of course, for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Ryan Bruce of the Riffs Beards and Gear YouTube Channel recently highlighted nine apps and programs that are being offered for free or on extended trials to help you make music during these times of quarantine. The guys discuss the list

Blake has gotten his hands on a new guitar from Grez guitars. It is a sweet hollow body baritone guitar that he has grown very fond of.

Brian is toying with the idea of doing some one off custom pedals and maybe using a different build process.

Home workouts, missed calls from Billy Gibbons, and robo calls suck. It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

Show Notes
Video from Fluff - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDeP4tDiHf0

Logic Pro X: https://www.apple.com/logic-pro/
Ableton Live: https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/
Avid Pro Tools: https://www.avid.com/pro-tools
Arturia iSpark: https://bit.ly/Arturia_iSpark
Soundtoys Effects Rack: https://www.soundtoys.com/
Neural DSP: https://neuraldsp.com/
Moog Model D: https://bit.ly/Moog_ModelD
iZotope Ozone Elements 9: https://imp.i114863.net/SWOzone9
Two Notes Wall Of Sound: https://www.two-notes.com/wall-of-sound
Fender Play: https://www.fender.com/play
ML Sound Lab Amped: Roots: https://ml-sound-lab.com/
Wampler Free Plugins:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/wamplerfanpage/permalink/2983173045077420/
NOTE: These are in beta!

My Reverb store:
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(Pedals will be added very shortly)

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302 - Brian answers your questions Apr 06, 2020

Brian takes an opportunity to sit down and answer some of your questions in this episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

Steve Garvey asks where to place his univibe. That leads to a conversation about pedal placement and some tips and tricks to make things work together.

Daniel Williams asks how pick ups can affect the signal going into your input. Did you know the height of your pick up can play a role in your tone? Brian talks about it.

Nathaniel Napier wants information on how to effectively stack his drive pedals in a way that they play well together. Brian tackles the issue and explains how to get ta good base tone.

There are plenty of other questions and answers all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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301 - Quarantoned at home and free plugins coming Mar 30, 2020

Brian welcomes Blake back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

So we are all just a little stir crazy these days. Our way of life and the way we do business have drastically changed. The guys talk about what effect this may have on the gear industry moving forward.

Blake picked up a couple of new pedals and Brian’s sidewalk chalk schematics lead to a discussion about Rat pedals. It will all make sense when you hear the discussion.

How about some free plug ins for the Terraform to lift your spirits? Brian is working on some, and might even need some testers before they are released. Details await you.

Tiger King, a JHS song, and Paul Gilbert for President. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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300 - A Message of Hope, & A New Path Forward Mar 24, 2020

It goes without saying that we are in stressful and uncertain times. The world is closing in around us and for many that may mean diminishing incomes. Many artists, creators, and creative people are wondering where to go from here - how to proceed in a world that's changed.

In this special 300th episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast Brian shares some thoughts and insights that might help some people get through this and maybe come out on the other side just a bit better.

We will get through this.
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299 - "Too many guitars?" & Catalinbread has new owners Mar 16, 2020

Brian and Blake are back at it with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

We are all working through the changes that have come with the Coronavirus and the isolation that we are experiencing. But Brian and Blake have found the silver lining in it all. Hear their recommendations.

There seems to be two different podcast audiences these days. Those who just listen to podcasts and those who watch YouTube podcast. The guys ponder the idea of a video podcast and what that may look like. What are your thoughts? Let us know.

Catalinbread has been a little off the radar the past couple of years but they recently announced they are now under new ownership. Brian and Blake talk about the announcement.

The gaming life, Blake’s baritone obsession, and Brian has too many guitars? Is that even a thing? It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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298 - Biggest threat to the guitar Mar 09, 2020

Brian and Blake are back at it with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Guitar World released a blog discussing the biggest threat to the guitar. It may be guitarist. More accurately the online hate between guitarists. Brian and Blake dive in to the subject.

There were a few new gear and effect companies announced this week. That started a conversation about advice for anyone wanting to startup their own company. The guys share some of their own wisdom to get you started.

Kirk Hammett and Mrs. Smith had a “Wah-Off” recently. There were some interesting results. Brian and Blake muse about it.

Hemp Strings? A stompbox and synth exhibit and 300 is coming. It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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297 - “Corksniffer pedals?”, Trolls and getting grounded Mar 02, 2020

Brian and Blake are back at it with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Musictech.net released an article about a pedal company that was…interesting. The guys discuss the piece of gear and the back story behind it all.

Jazz Master guitars are known for a grounding issue caused by their tremolo design. Blake experienced this recently and had it fixed, but may have stumbled on to an even better way to repair the flaw. He shares it with Brian.

Brian and Blake discuss their respective “shred sheds” and the isolation that sometimes accompany working in a space with no windows. They share some remedies on how they deal with it.

Blake’s first YouTube troll, Stray dogs, and a Sweetwater giveaway. It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.
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296 - DSP for beginners Feb 24, 2020

Brian and Blake are back at it with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
DSP. Is it in reach for novice DIYers? Where do you even start to learn to harness the power of the digital platform? Brian has some advice and places to start out.
There is a lot that goes into creating content on the different social media platforms. But because the outlets play things close to the vest it can become a real guessing game. Brian and Blake talk about it.

Ever wonder if your toaster is watching your every move? How does your conversations turn into ads in your social media feeds? Brian has some insights on the big brother aspects of “Smart Homes”

Wampler is on Tik Tok, Blakes favorite app, and electrical wiring tips. It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.
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295 - Brian visits PJ and the Beard Feb 17, 2020

Brian recently shot a video with the guys from the “PJ and the Beard” YouTube channel this past week. We share the conversation here.

Brian talks about the Terraform and many other Wampler Pedals. He also has a chance to talk about the Bravado and how and why it was designed.

The guys ask Brian about what drives him, what it takes to run a business and what he does to get away from it all and relax.

It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.
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294 - 11 Reasons NOT to become famous Feb 11, 2020

294 - 11 Reasons NOT to become famous

Brian and Blake return for another Chasing Tone Podcast.

Tim Ferriss is the author of the book “A Four Hour Work Week” among others and you could say he is…famous. But after a tragic event happened in his life it caused him to rethink the whole thing. he recently wrote a blog called “11 Reasons Not To Become Famous” It is a thought provoking, if not chilling at times, read and the guys talk about how some of the points coincide into their worlds. It is a fascinating discussion.

Blake is trying to help Teppei Teranashi, the guitarist of his favorite band Thrice, recover a Les Paul stolen from him some time ago. There is a contest and info on how you may be able to help. All the details are in the podcast.

Mom is listening, we’re going to Home Depot, and a positive review? All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.
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293 - Recording Styles and Selling Gear Feb 03, 2020

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake interviewed the guitarist from his favorite band Thrice. That gave him a chance to be back stage at their concert and started a conversation of what that experience is like.

Selling gear can have it’s challenges. What is the best way to protect yourself as a seller? It’s an interesting discussion.

Billy Eilish and her brother record most of her tracks in a bedroom. So the question is, is there benefits to recording in a fully decked out studio? Can you tell a difference? Brian has some thoughts.

Henry Rollins, music store trade ins, and a VW guitar? It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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292 - Have we reached “peak pedal”? Jan 27, 2020

Brian and Blake are back fresh from NAMM with another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Winter NAMM is over and as Brian recovers from NAMMthrax the guys talk about the new Neural DSP modeler that was a big hit at the show. And the guys both came back with new guitars, they share what they got.
Have we reached “peak pedal”? Have all the effects been produced and there is nothing new non the horizon? Or will we just keep getting tube screamer clones? It is an interesting discussion.

Guitar scaling, gear trends and Blake recorded straight to his interface. Yep. It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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291 - We’ll do it live! Jan 13, 2020

Brian and Blake are at it again on this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.
If you missed it, this is the audio from a special Instagram live stream edition of the Chasing Tone podcast. Brian and Blake take live questions from the chat about topics from what is coming next from Wampler Pedals, any possible re-releases in the works to where Brian thought he may have been working if he did not build pedals. Even Blake’s facial hair is discussed. Riveting.
A Tone Mob NAMM party, “weed” hats, and a discussion about clones. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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290 - A visit with Tyler Larson (Music is win) Jan 06, 2020

Brian welcomes YouTuber/Guitarist Tyler Larson to this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.
You may be familiar with Tyler’s YouTube channel Music is win, but in this episode he tells Brian how it all started. From a high school kid that was captured by Eruption, to graduating from Berkley and realizing he did not want a “job” to a content creator. He discusses how he developed his content and grew his audience.
Brian also talks to Tyler about his gear and his latest projects which includes recording an album. Tyler also talks about his courses available through his Guitar Super System.
All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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289 - How do you practice guitar and getting ready for a new decade Dec 30, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for an all new episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
As 2019 comes to an end the guys look back on the history of the Chasing Tone podcast and look ahead at what the next decade holds for the podcast and guitar gear.
Another Tone group question sparks another great conversation about effective ways to practice guitar. There are some interesting techniques. They also talk about a guitar hero who practices 12 hours a day.
And if you have any holiday spirit left in your little Who hearts could you help Brian meet a small personal goal before years end? If you have not done so, could you subscribe to the Wampler YouTube channel? Think of it as a way to send a late Christmas present to your favorite pedal guy from Indiana.
A JHS leak? Friendship shoes, and Blake, here’s your sign. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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288 - Getting Started in Guitar Gear Culture Dec 23, 2019

Brian welcomes Blake back for an all new episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
A simple question from a presumably new guitarist sparked an interesting conversation about how we all had to start somewhere. While some info in the gear world can seem old hat to the veteran tone chasers, we have to remember what it was like for all of us in the beginning. The guys expand on the concept.
Blake’s been on the mend and been unable to enjoy some new gear. He finally got his hands on a new Satellite Adam Amp that has all the tone he has been looking for. Brian also got some new gear from JHS. He talks about the Colourbox and his thoughts on it.
Components. Does the size of a transformer in an amp make a difference one way or the other? Do cloth wires sound better than standard wiring? Is hand wired gear better than machine produced circuit boards? Opinions are shared.
Brace yourselves, Winter NAMM is coming, Weather Apps and health warnings, and Brian goes in full "ok boomer" mode. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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287 - A visit with Travis Feaster and "rules" for playing on stage Dec 17, 2019

Brian welcomes back Travis Feaster for an all new episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
Philipe Herndon put out four rules for any guitarist playing on stage. The guys discuss their feelings about the rules and even add a couple of their own.
And Wampler Tone Page regular Niq Scott posted a question about “Pedal Platform” Amps. This leads to a discussion about finding your clean tone on an amp that works best for you. The differences of opinions are very interesting.
Compression. Do you use it? Travis doesn’t use it while Brian uses multiple compressors. Is it a difference in taste or is it driven by styles? The guys sort through it.
The Wampler diet plan, Christmas cookies, and Travis’s thoughts on the Terraform. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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286 - A visit with Hayden Baker Dec 09, 2019

Brian welcomes Hayden Baker in this special episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
Hayden Baker is an up and coming artist out of Texas that has grabbed Brad Paisley’s attention and is making some noise in the music world. He discuss how it all began, his gear preferences and how he met Brian for the first time. They also discuss what it takes to build a following from the ground up as an artist.
He recently recorded an instrumental called “Guitargasm”. We share it here on the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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285 - Trash Cat Pedals, New Mics and Overpriced used pedals Dec 02, 2019

Brian is joined by Blake for another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
Trash Cat Pedals is a new start up on Etsy. That sparked a conversation about what it takes to start up a company and how to effectively market yourself. In this world it is all about content creation and being real with your audience. The guys talk about it.
Apparently there is a Black ’65 available on eBay for a cool $1600. And to add to the “mystery” is the title for the listing. A “One Puller” pedal? That phrase shows up in quite a few other listings as well. The guys talk about the reasons you should NOT pay $1600 for a Black ’65 and what may be driving those kind of prices.
Blake’s new microphone, 5g Technology, vacation planning, and Wampler Austrailia? It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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284 - Trails, MIDI and Neural link in guitar gear Nov 25, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
On some delay/reverb pedal it is not uncommon to lose the trail effect when you switch the pedal off. This raised the question why do delay/reverb pedals need a buffered bypass for trails? Brian gives some insight into what is really going on.
Musical Instrument Digital Interface, or MIDI, is a versatile tool that has been around for some time. Blake dove in to learning what it can do and is amazed by the depths of control that MIDI brings and what it can do for the guitar gear world. The guys talk about it.
Neural link technology, “they” are listening, and Brian tries not to burn his house down. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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283 - A Tele Obsession, Multi-scale guitars and the Terraform Nov 18, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
So Blake was loaned a multi-scale guitar by Jaymar Guitars. This lead to a discussion about tele’s, benders and Brian’s obsession with the telecaster. The guys also discuss what a multi-scale guitar actually is.
Fender did a study and discovered 90% of new guitarists abandon the instrument in the first year. Brian and Blake discuss some of the nuances behind this discovery.
Some wondered if it was really going to come out. Some people even pondered the idea that it was not even real. But finally, the Terraform has hit the market. The guys celebrate the accomplishment.
Blake needs a bender, Bill Murray, and The Matrix V2? It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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282 - 9v vs 18v, Facebook fatigue, and Selling out Nov 12, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
So Blake posted a picture of his Boss BF2 Flanger on Instagram, and it started an interesting discussion about how people perceive voltage affecting the pedals tone. Some believe the more the better, while others claim cool effects with low voltage. Brian talks about what may be happening.
There seems to be a little Facebook fatigue affecting the volume of traffic in some of the gear groups. Is it just Facebook, or is the trend happening across all of social media? Where is everyone going to discuss gear? Brian and Blake discuss it.
What constitutes a “sell out”? Is success a sign that you have “sold out”? The term is used quite often and the guys take a look at some of the reasons.
Reverb’s shooting a film, Brian wants to build his own pre-amp and does pitch correction work? It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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281 - Fender’s new guitar, YouTube trolls and NGD Nov 04, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
Apparently Fender sent out a little teaser for a new guitar they are ready to release. The design puts some new twists on the Fender look. The guys talk about the new developments and where you may be able to get your hands on one.
Internet trolls. They can be annoying and even sometimes amusing (to a point) Brian shares the posts that had he and Josh Scott (JHS) scratching their heads.
NGD. Usually means New GEAR day, and for Blake that is true. But for Brian it means new GOAT day. His goats had a couple of kids (awwww) but the runt has to have some extra TLC. Find out what new pedal Blake got and how Brian is spoiling a goat.
Neckbeards in grandma’s basement, Ukuleles with B Benders, germanium myths. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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280 - New Pedals, New Cameras and a creative reboot Oct 28, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
As we were speculating about Strymon’s latest creation last podcast, they released it. The Iridium is out and the guys take a look at it’s features and the onboard IR’s.
Brian and Blake got their hands on new pedals. Blake landed a Digitech Freakout and Brian got a Dualist. Blake played his, Brian dissected his. They talk about the results.
Creating content can be daunting, and sometimes you need to mix things up for your viewers almost as much for your self. Brian talks abut how he is dealing with the issue
Brian’s “squeaky chair”, processing power, and a Terraform demo? It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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279 - New Pedal Leak and Sgt Peppers….chicken?? Oct 23, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
So it was an unintentional mistake or a stroke of marketing genius, but Strymon has the gear community abuzz with the leak of info and pics of their new pedal. What is it? What does it do? Brian and Blake unravel the mysteries.
So who doesn’t know the iconic Beatles album Sgt Peppers Lonely Heart Club Band? Apparently Brian’s family. (Face Palm) Brian reveals the dinner time revelation and talks about his failures as a father. (Not really failures, but it sounds dramatic, right?)
We just need more time in a day, Brian’s gig woes, Blake’s amp experiment, and electric Lutes. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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278 - Classic Pedals, forgotten but not gone Oct 14, 2019

Brian and Blake are back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

Over the years there have been a lot of pedals introduced to the market, but have some classics like the OD 808 been forgotten? The guys muse the issue and remember some classics that may surprise you.

We know pedals are all about tone, but does the artwork and graphics on a pedal matter? Does it make a difference on purchase decisions? Brian and Blake talk about it and Blake issues an interesting challenge to Brian for the next NAMM show.

And Blake has noticed an increasing number of Helix and Fractal units becoming available on resell sites like Reverb and eBay. Are players drifting back to pedals? It is an interesting topic for discussion

Brian has new circuits in the works and don’t go the gym at 7pm. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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277 - The future is fuzzy Oct 07, 2019

Brian and Blake back with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

So Brian has been in “fuzz state of mind” lately toying with some fuzz circuits. This has Blake excited and sparks a conversation about where this could be going. Is a new fuzz coming from Wampler?

Is Blake putting down his guitar to play the synth? He talks about his desire to acquire a Fender Rhodes piano and how that led him to purchase a Yamaha synth with some Rhodes modules. Can effects be used here? The guys talk about it.

LoFi beats, winter prepping the body, and Eric Johnson responds on the Tone Mob page. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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276 - Are the days of the “Rock Star” Over? Sep 30, 2019

Brian and Blake are at it again with another episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

Just when the dust had seemed to settle on the drama surrounding Gibson they have to go and delete all their videos from their YouTube channel. And then there are rumors that Mark Agnesi is gone? It is an authentic conversation.

A meme is circulating comparing modern day musicians with the rock stars of 1987. The guys talk about the image and if there is any merit to it’s theme.

Song writing. Some are able to collaborate with bandmates to create their songs, while others are more comfortable writing with a click track and their DAW. Brian and Blake talk about the advantages to both.

New Sturgill Simpson album, Metallica remixes, and Blake talked to Covet. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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275 - Giving Away Pedals is Hard Sep 23, 2019

275 - Giving Away Pedals is Hard

Brian and Blake are back for another Chasing Tone podcast.

You put together a video and put a little surprise pedal give-away at the end that you think only a few would see. The surprise is on you and now you have to answer all the emails. First World problems. Brian talks about how it all went down.

Brian found some spring tank impulse responses that are pretty incredible. This leads to an interesting conversation about the depths of IR’s and the many ways they can be used.

Relic’d equipment, Blake wants to scare you, and he is not in Indiana. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.
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274 - Do gear companies have unique personalities? Sep 16, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another Chasing Tone podcast.

Do gear companies have a “DNA”? Would it be too much of a shock if Wampler dabbled in the tc Electronics realm, or JHS came out with an Earthquaker style pedal? It is an interesting concept that Brian and Blake explore.

Renaming the podcast? Brian’s “escape”, and a hard host to listen to. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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273 - Guitar recording tips Sep 09, 2019

Brian welcomes Blake back for another Chasing Tone podcast.

Whether you are recording your guitar tone for a video or a track for an upcoming EP, there are techniques and secrets to get that “in the room” sound. Brian share some of the ways he captures his guitar sound.

And you can’t record without microphones but they are not all created equal. The guys talk about the range of options in devices to help you get your tone recorded.

Float tanks, dad shoes, coffee talk and more. It’s all in this week’s episode of the Chasing Tone podcast.

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272- A $61,000 Pedalboard?! Sep 02, 2019

In this very special edition of Chasing Tone Brian joins Mitch Gallagher (Sweetwater) Robert Keeley (Keeley Electronics), Josh Scott (JHS Pedals), Ryan Dyck (Temple Audio) and Rob Scallon of YouTube fame to talk about how they built a record breaking pedal board using 319 pedals. 34 pedalboards and over 500 feet of cables.

Listen in as they discuss some of the challenges and surprises they found as they constructed the system.

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271- An intriguing talk with Sara Dietschy, guitarist and Youtuber Aug 26, 2019

Brian welcomes YouTube sensation Sara Dietschy in this episode of Chasing Tone.
She has traveled a very similar road that a lot of us have. From a star-eyed guitarist with dreams of stardom that soon realized the realities of the music business, to an electrical engineering student wanting to work on music gear, Sara soon realized that was not her path. Learn how she stumbled into creating success on YouTube.
She also shares her thoughts on how to get started using what you know and enjoy to create your own YouTube or podcast content and how to build your audience, whether that be around your original music, the pedals, amps or guitars you build, or whatever your interest and passion is.
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270 - What is your favorite Boss Pedal? Aug 19, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of Chasing Tone.

Every guitar player has probably owned a Boss Pedal at some point in their history. A DS-1, Metal Zone or maybe a Blues Driver. That brought up the conversation about which Boss pedal is Brian and Blake’s favorite. See if their answers match yours.

Cussing Roomba’s, does Andy Martin use a pick? Big secret stuff we can’t talk about and hammer talk. It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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269 - Change in the world of guitar gear is inevitable Aug 12, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of Chasing Tone.
The gear world is ever changing and keeping up with your audience’s viewing habits and the latest trends can be daunting. Brian finds himself ever evolving his content and discusses the latest re-tooling of what he is creating.
We have all had that moment when a component unexpectedly breaks and we have to contact a company to get a replacement part. Depending on the company, it could be a hit or miss situation. Blake had a great customer support experience. He shares how it all came to be.
Blake’s Jazz Master update, Brian’s shoe game, cold brew coffee, and glitter…glitter everywhere. It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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268 - Not all tone is created equal Jul 29, 2019

Brian welcomes Blake Wyland back for another episode of Chasing Tone.
You get your rig all set up for your tele, and the single coils sing gloriously through your amp. Then you switch to your Les Paul and what the actual heck happened to your tone? Brian and Blake tackle a listener question about this very phenomenon.
Blake has an idea for a “One man band looper challenge” and he is looking for quite a setup to pull it off. The guys talk about some of the options out there that might help make it happen.
Podcast longevity, Blake’s take on SNAMM, imposter syndrome, and wrestling pigs. It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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267- Buying & selling gear, and NAMM is dead Jul 23, 2019

Brian welcomes Wampler’s own Jason Wilding and Alex Clay for another episode of Chasing Tone.

It has been a mixed bag Summer NAMM weekend for Brian. From famous visitors at the Wampler booth to one of them being shut down by the noise police, some video fun with some well known gear Youtubers and hanging with the Wooo girls. Brian expands on the experience that was NAMM.

Yes, Alex sold another Silver Sky, in fact he buys and sells a lot of gear. Not only does that spark a conversation about the mindset to be able to let gear go, but also a discussion about Reverbs new owner and the direction the famous gear sales site may be going.

Jazz is hard y’all, Wampler branded New Balances, and be careful opening anonymous packages. It is all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.
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266 - A NAMM Announcement and Pawn Shop Gear Jul 15, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian has been on the road of late for some business travel. You will not believe the famous guitarist he ran into at Sweetwater. Brian talks about the experience.

Blake will have a chance to sit in on a recording session where the band will play live to vinyl, just like them olden days. The guys talk about the opportunity.

“Back in my day” the pawn shop was a great place to find great gear. Now with the existence of Reverb and eBay, the pawn shops, for the most part, are lacking in gear. Brian talks about the differences he has noticed of late.

Brian needs more fiber in his internet, A NAMM announcement, looking for an iced coffee sponsor, and a new Wampler office? All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.
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265 - Dear Gibson, we need to talk Jul 01, 2019

It’s Brian. It’s Blake. It has to be the Chasing Tone Podcast.

More drama from Gibson? This time a video from Mark Agnesi has re-ignited the controversy surrounding the company. Brian and Blake talk about it.

Blake has learned the bliss of running a stereo rig. Brian shares in his excitement and expands his insight into the power of it all.

There is so much new and good music being produced, but why is all you hear on radio these days regurgitated 40 year old music? The guys ponder the answers to one of life’s mysteries.

Brian’s exhausting but satisfying birthday week, clones need to stop and how to use the mimiq. All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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264 Chasing Tone REWIND: #001 Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz Jun 24, 2019

Take a trip back to the very first episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast. In the premiere episode Brian sits down with Travis and Max and discusses the differences between Overdrive, distortion and fuzz.
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263 - Shipping gear internationally, Twitch gear podcasting, and the new Boss 200 series Jun 17, 2019

Brian welcomes Blake back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Another social media platform. Twitch. Do you use it? Would you watch a gear stream on it? The guys ponder that question and if it would be worth pursuing.

Selling gear can be challenging enough without shipping problems. And shipping internationally can be quite the nightmare. Brian and Blake share some of their own shipping woes and why it is such a problem.

Brian needs some new dad kicks and apparently New Balance has a page on their website dedicated to “dad shoes”. Listen in as Blake helps Brian find some new “crispy bois”*

Playing like Jimmy Olander, the new Boss pedals, and Blake’s dad voice. It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

*it’s shoes people
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262 - The 9 levels of G.A.S. Jun 10, 2019

Brian is joined by Jason Wilding and Alex Clay for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
Jason recently put out a blog about the 9 levels of G.A.S. (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) The guys talk about the different levels, and Jason talks about the “one that got away” that inspired the blog.

We all have that moment we will never live down. Some, more than one. Alex shares his, the time he stabbed himself in the ass with a knife. It’s funny…..now.

Does anyone read the disclaimers sellers put on their posts on Reverb?

Jason is a professional arguer, fighting tactics, and HeXx Henderson trolls Craigslist. It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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261 - Do you really need an EQ pedal? And .... Jun 03, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another top 15 episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

One thing that can have a negative effect on your tone is power. A necessary evil that can wreak havoc on your sound and your nerves. Brian explains ways to troubleshoot the problem.

Most amps and quite a few pedals have on board EQ’s, so why would you need an external EQ? Brian and Blake give some examples of when they may be needed.

And have you heard about the new Wampler merch site? Shirts, phone covers, mugs, the highly sought after Wampler yoga pants, and much much more. Check it out at modyourownpedal.com. There’s more info in the podcast.

Brian wants to write a parenting book, the Tumnus Deluxe likes some batteries, and adventures in Guitar Center. It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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260 - Gibson SG: Love or hate? With Travis Feaster May 27, 2019

Travis stops by to visit Brian and record an episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Travis set the Wampler Tone Group on fire with one small comment. He talks about the fallout and what he really meant.

Brian gives the latest update on the Terraform It is so close to being ready. He explains some of the gremlins that the team is chasing down.

Listening to Hip Hop, In ears, are they a good thing? And will there be a Wampler ABY switch? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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259 - Gear demos and angry social media May 20, 2019

Brian welcomes Blake back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

We all try to get a look at the latest gear demos before we make purchases, but do you know how those come about? Do you know the difference between a demo guy like Andy Martin and reviewers like Phil McKnight? The guys talk about it.

You mad bro? Is it the anonymous nature of the internet, or are people just getting nastier? There can be some venom in YouTube and Facebook comments. Why? Do we all just need a hug? It is in the discussion.

4 cable method? What has happened to Apple? And a shift in the host duties? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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258 - Behind the scenes with Alex Clay and Jason Wilding of Wampler Pedals May 13, 2019

Brian welcomes Alex and Jason to the podcast. If you hang out on the Wampler Tone group or enjoy our Instagram page you are probably familiar with these guys. Get to know them a little better on this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

The Terraform is just about ready for you. Listen as the guys discuss some of the fine tuning and effects they like in the pedal.

Alex likes Silver Sky guitars…a lot. He has purchased (in some cases repurchased) three of them.It has become a source of humor in the Wampler circles and of course Brian and Jason have some fun with him over it. Listen as Alex tries to explain his situation.

Jason’s new Tele, the power of duct tape, and the end of G.A.S? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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257 - Terraform update and saving the guitar May 06, 2019

Blake is back with Brian on this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Where is our Terraform?? That is becoming the restless question from excited fans. Brian explains more of the process and the TLC going into making this another great offering from Wampler. Trust us, it is going to be worth the wait.

We have all become a little concerned of late about the direction music has taken. Actual instruments have been replaced by loops and digital tricks. Some question the future of the guitar. But not all hope is lost as there has been a resurgence of the use of guitars, but you will not believe the source. Blake and Brian take a look at it.

Chasing Tone the movie?? Idiocracy is coming true before our eyes, and listener emails, It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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256 - Have we reached pedal market saturation? Apr 29, 2019

Blake is back with Brian on this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

So the question was posed on the Gear Page, “Have we reached pedal market saturation?” Are players navigating away to the Fractals and Helixes of the world? Brian and Blake take a hard look at the question and share their thoughts on the situation.

The Terraform is Wampler’s first attempt at a pedal with so many DSP effects. So as you can imagine there is a learning curve to go along with it. Brian talks about the delays, his push for high quality and a better idea of a release date.

Blake and his wife has a new baby, Machine Gun Kelly plays a Wampler pedal, And Brian may build some custom pedals. It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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255 -Behind the scenes at Wampler with Jason Wilding Apr 15, 2019

Brian has a chat with everyone’s favorite Brit, Jason Wilding on this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast

Brian has gotten his hands on a Soldano Amp that has caused quite a reaction from Brian himself. This leads to quite a conversation between Brian and Jason. Do you run a Soldano through a 2x12 or not?

There was a time that Wampler had a lot of “stortion” pedals. While the names may have not been attention grabbers, some of the circuits and tones certainly were. Is there a chance for some re-releases? Brian discusses the idea.

We swear the Terraform is coming. Jason and Brian give an update on the latest developments. And Jason shares his very favorite effect that he cannot wait to get your hands.

Alex may have a Silver Sky addiction, The Brent Mason PRS signature guitar, and a limited run of Hairstortions? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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254 - Noisy pedals, is there a solution? Apr 08, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast

Some of you may have seen the April Fool video for the Totally Buffed. A lot of prep work and planning went into it, but the guys question if anyone even really notices these things anymore. is April Fool passé?

A question Brian gets a lot is “Is <Insert Pedal here> Noisy?” In many instances the answer leans towards yes, but there are a lot of “factors” that can contribute to a noisy pedal. Brian talks about one remedy, but some may not like it.

Imagine having your question answered by some of the leading experts in their field. Brian is contemplating a new element for the podcast where he will tap his various resources to get answers for you. More details in the podcast.

Dad fashion, Stereo vs. dual mono, spam calls, and a Docker’s sponsorship? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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253 - a $4000 Pedal? Apr 01, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast

Ever heard of Quora? It is a website of questions and answers. One of the questions asked what effects company makes the most unique pedals. As you can guess, that led to quite the conversation.

You may have seen Wampler’s latest creation, the Terraform, at NAMM. You may also be waiting for it’s official release as Brian and the team put the final touches on it. Brian has an update on the progress.

Blake came across a pedal “the size of a table” on Reverb’s Instagram. Close to 20 stomp switches and knobs for days. What is it? And how many pedals make up this beast? The guys search out the details and talk about it.

Podcast evolution, Leslie speaker follow up, and farm life on Wampler Road? It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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252 - “Cheap” Alternatives for high end gear? Mar 25, 2019

Brian and Blake are back for another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast

If you have seen Brian’s latest YouTube video, then you have seen the V-Amp 3 in action. The guys talk about the versatility of the device and maybe it could be the $100 “Helix” you are looking for.

Blake has a new Resonator guitar. He talks about the new acquisition and the amazing tones he is getting out of it. Best electric guitar tone ever?

Brian shares some of the progress in the final developments in the Terraform Pedal soon to be available from Wampler. And of course if you are going to nail the Leslie sound, you really need to have a real Leslie cab available. It’s a business expense.

YouTube algorithms, The neighbor from hell, and Van Halen vs Van Hagar. It is all in this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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251 - Backing tracks on YouTube... Big no-no? Mar 18, 2019

251 - Backing tracks on YouTube... Big no-no?

Brian has a conversation with Justin of the YouTube channel mydarnjamtracks.

If you are not familiar with the channel, Justin has quite a catalog of backing tracks in a diverse range of styles created to help guitarists of all genres find tracks to practice with.

Justin talks about the origins of the channel and shares how he comes up with the tracks. He even shares some of the gear he uses to produce the music on the channel.

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250 - VHS tape delays and performance anxiety Mar 11, 2019

Blake and Brian are back for an another episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brian has been checking out the Quilter Interblock 45 amp head. What does he think of it? He let’s Blake and you know.

You practice and everything clicks. So why is it when you are live or they push record in the studio you suddenly cannot find the second fret on your guitar? Performance anxiety is real and the guys talk about how they deal with it.

Blake got a new tape delay that sparked a conversation about the possibility of a VHS tape delay. There may be a mod out there to pull it off. Brian and Blake imagine the possibilities.

Cutting the cord, youTube ads, and proper dad joke form, It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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249 - We’re getting the band back together Mar 04, 2019

Blake and Brian are back for an exciting episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Some of you may have seen Brian’s unwanted addition to an older amp of his. A mouse built a nest inside the chassis. A humorous conversation ensues that leads to a discussion about playing an Rat in front of an AC30. Mixed reviews and reactions.

Blake had a phone conversation with Bill Finnegan of Klon Centaur fame. Mr. Finnegan has an interesting story about one of the best rigs he ever heard. The pedal involved may surprise you. (Oh and Bill will be joining Blake on the Tone Mob Podcast soon. Stay tuned)

And is that “Parts Caster” worth more to you that it might be to other? What a “Part Caster” is and the guys thoughts are in the conversation.

Blake is getting the band back together, old school gaming, and is the local original music scene dead? It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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248 - Noise gates in gain pedals, Brad Paisley, and Bonamassa is at it again Feb 25, 2019

Blake and Brian are back for an exciting episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Brad Paisley recently hung out at Sweetwater and did an interview on their Youtube page where he talked about the origin of he and Brian’s working relationship. Brian gives a few more details on the story.

A question recently came up asking why pedal builders do not put noise gates in gain pedals. Brian has an explanation and how those gates would work.

And good ol’ Joe Bonamassa is at it again. He says you don’t need top end gear to sound good. Oh the irony. But is he right? You may be surprised at Brian and Blake's reactions.

To intro or not to intro, Is Brian looking for a new co-host? And there is a Nashville, Indiana? It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcas

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247 - Strings, nostalgic gear and guitar heroes Feb 11, 2019

Blake and Brian are back for an exciting episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

Strings are pretty important. Stringjoy have a new approach to strings that gets the guys into a deeper conversation about strings and their personal preferences.

There has been a resurgence of old gear companies lately. The guys talk about the companies making a comeback and fall into remembering some of their old gear they wished they still had. And some they still do.

The gear community lost a giant recently with the passing of Jim Dunlop. The guys talk about his contributions to the guitar world and other “gear heroes” that have had a similar impact.

A Hawaiian Pizza pedal? New Kids on the Block, Brian’s mullet, and a Guitar Center story that is amusing and maybe a bit too familiar. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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246 - Dinner with my guitar hero and NAMM craziness Feb 04, 2019

NAMM is behind us but Brian and Blake share some of their amazing stories from an extraordinary show on this epic episode of Chasing Tone. (Oops, dropped my thesaurus)

Brian and Blake came home with new axes. Blake picked up an Equitz Rayburn guitar, and Brian got his hands on a Friedman Tele with a B bender. They talk about the new acquisitions.

Pick ups can make a world of difference in the tone of a guitar. Brian put some new Vaughn Skow pick ups in his PRS. He talks about the difference they made

Most times Brian comes back from NAMM happy to avoid NAMMthrax (If he did) and in need of some Exederin(tm) and rest. But this NAMM re-energized Brian and his love of music. He talks about it.

Steve Vai in the Wampler booth, Paul Gilbert crashes a video Brian was involved in, and the convention center wants to cater your pizza party, just one problem. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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245 - A Pre-NAMM Extravaganza and a new pedal from Wampler Jan 20, 2019

NAMM is this week, but Brian and Blake took some time to produce a new Chasing Tone Podcast.

Wampler is presenting a new pedal at NAMM this year. It is a multi effects modulation pedal with some cutting edge tech that will blow your mind. Brian talks about the depth of the latest offering from your favorite Indiana pedal company.

Blake has found an interesting way to record audio for his gear demos. It is a bit unique and Brian and Blake talk about why it works.

The Meris Enzo. A synth pedal. Blake has one and loves it. He explains what it does and why it is different from other “synth” pedals on the market.

Blake’s NAMM pizza party, Brian is working on his dad figure, and EarthQuaker’s Jaime has no beard? It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

**NOTE - Put a reminder on your phones, Brian will be doing an “Ask Me Anything” on Reddit on February 4th starting at 2pm. Bring your questions and join the conversation.
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244 - Counterfeit gear and recording lies Jan 14, 2019

It’s a new year and Brian and Blake are back for a new Chasing Tone Podcast.

So imagine going into the studio and laying down tracks only to find the producer bypassed your rig and applied different effects in post. This happened to a member of the tone group. Brian and Blake share their thoughts on the situation.

Do you buy gear on Amazon? Are you sure you’re getting the real deal? Counterfeit gear is becoming a real problem on the popular site. The guys have some thoughts on the matter.

NAMMs a comin’, peaches, Blake is getting old and Google searches. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

**NOTE - There was a hiccup in the recording of this episode. i.e;Brian did not hit record. So Brian's audio is from the Skype recording. We apologize in advance for the diminished audio quality.

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243 - Learning to love guitar again Dec 31, 2018

The holidays are about over and Brian and Blake are back for another Chasing Tone Podcast

2018 has been a long year full of content production, pedal design and the day to day grind. Brian had been feeling a bit burned out and found little joy behind the guitar. Find out how he got the joy back and the surprising change that helped him find it.

Blake’s restoration, a Wampler wah(?), Blake wants to play steel guitar and thumb picks.. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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242 - Are Analog Pedals Done? Over? Gone? Dec 17, 2018

Blake is back with Brian for another broadcast of the Chasing Tone podcast..

EQ Pedals. Can be very helpful tools, but what trips you up when using them? Brian talks about some of the issues some could be facing.

Distortion, fuzz, overdrive,,. or just plain dirt pedals. Have all the dirt tones been achieved? Or is there new frontiers in the digital pedal age? Brian and Blake have some thoughts.

Blake’s Turducken Incident, personality tests, and remodeling the studio. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

PLEASE NOTE - There were technical issues while recording that left Brian's audio less than ideal. We will make it up to you on the next podcast.

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241-Has digital Technology replaced the analog pedal? Dec 10, 2018

241- What has digital technology done to music?

Travis stops by the barn for a chat with Brian in this latest epidition of the Chasing Tone podcast..

The guys ponder the future of guitar pedals. Has digital technology replaced the analog stompbox? It leads to an interesting discussion.

And Brian brings up last week’s discussion he had with Blake about the future of guitar and guitar music. Is there going to be a point where there is money in music again? Travis has some thoughts.

Fitting into small town USA, the use of EQ, Reverb, plate or spring?. It’s all in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

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240 Tone Tips -Vintage Vs Modern Fuzz face Pedals... is there a difference? Dec 03, 2018

Brian's good friend, cohort, and ex-wampler employee Travis Feaster stopped by and brought two fuzz face pedals... one of them being vintage, one being newer. Both using same transistors. In this special Tone Tips episode of the podcast we compare them side by side.
What's your thoughts? Which one did YOU like more?

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239 - Who will save guitar music? Nov 27, 2018

The turkey and stuffing are but leftovers and the pumpkin pie has been long gone. The relatives have hit the road and Brian and Blake can finally sit down and do another Chasing Tone podcast.

Brian has been doing some thinking, and he wonders, will there be another “guitar hero” to make guitar music relevant again? Blake chimes in on an interesting conversation.

Home electronics 101, Steel guitar, and no Dinosaur Junior this week. All in this edition of the Chasing Tone Podcast.
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238 - Wampler releases a new fuzz? Nov 19, 2018

Brian and Blake are back with another fun filled episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast.

There is a brand new pedal out from Wampler. The Fuzztration is the new “knock you down and take your lunch money” fuzz pedal creation from Brian. He let’s you hear some tones from it and the guys talk about it.

With all the technical breakthroughs and computers in recording studios, a lot of music has become somewhat sterile. Blake and Brian talk about the advantages of playing as a band and the difference a little human imperfection can make.

People of Wal-Mart, Red Dead Redemption, Doom music, and Buck Owens may have been an Alien. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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237 - “Tone Tips” Where to place your boost pedal Nov 12, 2018

Ever wonder what is the best placement for your boost pedal in your signal chain? Before dirt? After?

In this special “Tone Tips” episode of Chasing Tone, Brian uses several different boosts and lets you hear the differences in both options.

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236 - Do you think the “dream tone” you’re chasing is unrealistic? Nov 05, 2018

Brian and Blake are here. You are here. Lets do another Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake produced his first demo video for YouTube. How did he capture his audio? How did he deal with YouTube’s compression? What is a Demogorgan? All will be explained.

Do you think the “dream tone” you’re chasing is unrealistic? Someone said it is. Brian has some thoughts.

Tore is leaving TC? Using broken guitar strings? Blake needs a bender and Chinese food, all in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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235 - Why do some pedals hate buffers? Oct 29, 2018

Brian and Blake are at it again with another Chasing Tone Podcast.

Blake has noticed that some of his fuzz pedals react differently to buffers in his rig. He asks Brian about it, and Brian has some insight. Check it out.

Everything has a shelf life. Every time you power it on is one more step to it’s end. So the question came up, does having constant power to your pedal board shorten the life of your gear? Brian talks about it.

Brian looks forward to being our AI overlords pet, Blake almost lost his favorite guitar to a bad fall, transistors, capacitors and jfets all in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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234 - Gear that got away Oct 22, 2018

It’s Brian. It’s Blake. It has got to be Chasing Tone.

We all have that piece of gear that somehow slipped through our fingers. Brian and Blake look back at gear that they lost in some way and some that they have been able to get back.

There are some pieces of gear that many say they just cannot “bond” with. Relationship with your axe is important in chasing your tone. Brian and Blake talk about it.

Brian had bad room mates, a 60 Cycle Hum surprise, and an award winning motion picture about a luthier? It’s all in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.
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233 - Wampler History, and Brent Mason plays an SG? Oct 15, 2018

Travis drops by the Barn and chats with Brian.

Travis has plans to record a new album, but he has a very interesting strategy to get the content into the hands of his fans.

Brent Mason broke the social medias by disclosing he doesn’t just play Tele’s. Brian and Travis share their thoughts and Brent stories.

Travis and Brian take a trip through the history of Wampler Pedals. From Brian’s basement to an abandoned church to today. It’s been quite a journey.

Fantasy football, Origins of the “Feaster Fuzz”, and it’s the “singles generation?” All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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232 - SD-1 Vs TS-9, Joyo Resurgence, And DSP for Beginners? Oct 08, 2018

Blake and Brian are back and tired. That may be what kept them kind of on topic? A little? <p>

So which came first? The Boss SD-1 or the Ibanez TS-9? And what are the differences? The guys take a look at the question.<p>

DSP has not really been an entry level tech for most DIYer’s. But there is an exciting opportunity on kickstarter that may change that. You can check out the campaign and get more info at - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/689850781/flexfxtm-programmable-digital-audio-effects-platfo. Oh and the guys talk about it too <p>

And Joyo has introduced some interesting new effects pedals. Brian and Blake take a look at some of their offerings.<p>

Forum Marketing, good or bad? Hidden gems in iso tracks, Conor McGregor on a gear podcast? And the secret compartment in Boss Pedals. The secret is out. (Don’t tell your mom) All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.<p>

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230 - What does a Presence Control Do? Sep 24, 2018

Alright Tone Chasers, sit back and absorb knowledge as Brian educates Blake on the ways of the presence control found on some amps and pedals. (Including a new Wampler pedal about to drop on Sept. 28, 2018)

Blake asks, “Mr Peabody, er, Wampler. What is a phase inverter and what does it do?” (Well, something like that) If you were wondering the same thing, Brian has an answer.

Chili weather hits the midwest, Blake drag races, Brian finds that not all UFC is trhe same, and new breakthroughs that has Brian excited about the future of gear. All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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229 - First pedals and breaking down tone Sep 17, 2018

Brian and Blake are back with another Tone Chasing adventure.

Brian is chasing a certain tone, but as he dissects recordings of that tone he finds that to be a more daunting task than he first thought. The guys talk about it.

What is a good first pedal for the new player? Brian and Blake share what advice they would give their younger selves on where to start to build their pedal board.

Google searches, genre bending, and a website where you can take a shot at mixing some classic tunes. All in this weeks Chasing Tone podcast.

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228 - A visit with Travis and Max Sep 10, 2018

Travis AND Max join Brian for a special reunion. Hold onto something.

Max sold his PRS and his amp, what did he get? He shares the new gear choices.

Local bars are changing the way they book bands. The guys discuss the shift in the local music scene and what it could mean for gigging musicians.

The guys talk about music preferences and the chat is full of surprising revelations and strong opinions. It is a thought provoking conversation.

Weed problems, dead man’s curve, the state of the pedal biz, and Travis plays drums? All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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227- Fun with isolated guitar tracks Sep 03, 2018

Blake is back and he and Brian have a bit to catch up on.

Blake got a chance to hang with one of his guitar idols. And it turns out he’s a fan of the Wampler YouTube channel. The guys talk about it.

Brian has been geeking out over isolated multi-tracks of great guitar music. He has really enjoyed dissecting the mix and finding the recording tricks hidden there. He shares the experience..

A Metallica country tune? Has Blake given up coffee for good?? Brian likes Skrillex? Is $1200 too much for a discontinued pedal? Goat talk and more in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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226 - "Tone Tips" - 2 ways for better stereo guitar amp tones Aug 27, 2018

Running dual amps is a ton of fun and ultra-inspiring. In this special Tone Tips edition, Brian demonstrates two different pedals you can use to make the sound more spread out and more "stereo" sounding.

Comment on the YouTube video with your favorite tips when running stereo setups!

Original Mimiq video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LVN5ioauSg

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225 - Q&A with Travis, former chasing tone host Aug 20, 2018

Travis is back and answering listener questions with Brian.

All players can feel like they are in a rut. What is the remedy? Travis and Brian have some thoughts.

The “Holy Grail” of tone. Few have found it, many are searching, but if you are one of the few lucky enough to have found it, does the quest end there? Or are you forever tweaking? The guys tackle this one.

Is Travis still into Les Pauls? Is it worth going to college? What are the best amps for home practice? And Max is having a baby? All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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224 - New Gear, New Inspiration, and Bored with Guitar? Aug 13, 2018

Blake and Brian are back together again and have some serious catching up to do..

Brian has acquired some new gear and talks about how a certain piece sparked inspiration for a whole new concept coming soon from Wampler Pedals.

Over the last couple of weeks Blake has picked up a desire to start pickin’ the chickens .Brian has some advice for where to turn on YouTube for some tutoring. Wonder how chicken pickin’ sounds with fuzz?.

Brian has also spent the last couple of weeks on a journey of his own. Looking for something a little different, Brian turned his focus on expanding the podcast. Interviewing some YouTubers in the guitar field and hanging out with Hank Williams III.

Brian’s Tele’s are a little jealous of the new PRS, Blake is working on getting a custom guitar, and a look at the Bit Commander. All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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223 - The Samurai Guitarist Aug 06, 2018

His name is Steve Onotera, but you likely know him as the YouTuber Samuraiguitarist.

Brian has a conversation with Steve about his channel, his background and influences.

Steve shares where the name Samuraiguitarist came from, what inspires his videos and how he sets himself apart from other Guitar related YouTube channels.

He also shares advice for hopeful YouTubers and discusses how he deals with trolls..

You can check out Steve’s samuraiguitarist YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj1Jtb8xLUzFAm8J-Q1e1MQ

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222 - Interview with Sara Dietschy of the Creative Exchange Jul 30, 2018

Brian spent some time in New York City. While there he had a chance to sit down with YouTuber Sara Dietschy.

Sara shares her journey, so far, to get to where she is today. From an electrical engineering student to a computer programming major to a well known YouTuber, she discusses the importance of finding your path and having the guts to walk on it.

Sara is also a guitarist. She shares her influences and get’s Brian’s reaction to a certain player’s skills. And you will probably relate to her Guitar Center story.

She works in the 368 studios in NewYork and runs into Casey Neistat regularly. And her Creative Exchange podcast recently featured Mr. Gary Vaynerchuk. So she is running in some good company.

This is a great motivational conversation with someone who pushed through expectations and fear to find a path to success doing what she loves - being a creative and building a life and career around that passion..

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221 - Chasing Tone Rewind Eps 8- First Influences In Tone- Wampler Pedals Jul 23, 2018

In this special "Chasing Tone Rewind" we throw it back to August 11, 2014. Episode 8.

In this early episode Travis, Max, and Brian talk about some of the songs that got them into playing guitar and chasing tone.

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220 - A Chat with Robert Baker Jul 16, 2018

Brian gets a chance to chat with guitarist/YouTuber Robert Baker.

Robert has a popular YouTube channel with great content and has even appeared in a couple Wampler videos. He talks about his channel and the journey to get to the popularity he is enjoying today.

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to be a popular YouTuber, Robert shares what his average day is like and the things he likes and dislikes about it.

Brian also talks to Robert about the gear he uses both in the studio and live on stage. You can find Robert Baker at

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219 - Brian’s new axe, Blake’s upgrade, and good times at NAMM Jul 09, 2018

Brian and Blake catch up after a busy couple of weeks of Guitar show festivities. Brian talks about NAMM misconceptions and the fact that not all of the cool things happen on the show floor.

The guys talk about some new gear acquisitions they have recently made, and a couple pieces they have their eyes on. And what axe did Brian add to his guitar roster? You may be surprised..

Blake is avoiding Brian, Brian’s son my be following in his dad’s foot steps, and Blake is really bad at ping pong.. It’s all on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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218 - "Tone Tips" A walk through Brian's entire guitar collection... this is what we design pedals with Jul 02, 2018

Many have asked what guitars Brian uses when creating new pedals. So he will let you hear them, tell you why he has them them, and some back stories behind each one.

All in this special Tone Tips episode of Chasing Tone.

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217 - Chasing Tone - Has it really been four years? Jun 25, 2018

Brian and Blake recorded this episode on 6/20/18, exactly 4 years to the day of the release of the very first Chasing Tone episode.

Take a trip though Chasing Tone history as Brian shares the many forms the podcast took through the years and how we got here today..

Which came first Toto or Weezer? Blake hates dogs?? And everyone needs a White Castle. It’s all on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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216 - "Tone Tips" - 5 Mistakes Gigging Guitarists sometimes make Jun 18, 2018

5 Mistakes Gigging Guitarists sometimes make:

- Mic Placement and/or setting the amp tone too bright

- Fitting in the mix.

- Scooping the mids.

- Not tuning with a tuner or not tuning often enough.

- Over Playing instead of playing what fits in the song

We all make mistakes. Brian admits to making all of these mistakes at one time or another as well. That is why he is sharing this special "Tone Tips" episode to maybe help others avoid some of the pitfalls.

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215 - Budget Amps, Looper Pedals and Gear Shows (What they don’t want you to know) Jun 11, 2018

Marshall, Dr Z, Friedman…all great amps that can fall outside the ol’ gear budget sometimes, But there are some “budget” amps that could get the job done if set up correctly and paired with the right pedals. Brian and Blake look at the options.

Looper pedals. Have you used one? In the right application they can be a powerful tool. The guys share their insights.

Sweetwater’s Gearfest is just around the corner. Brian will be there. Will you? Animal kingdom in the shred shed, and bands vs dinner. All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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214 - “Tone Tips” Is it better to use an amp when running direct in? A comparison using Impulse Responses Jun 04, 2018

It's very convenient running direct in, whether late night recording, practicing at home, or gigging at church or a club. In this special “Tone Tips” episode of Chasing Tone, Brian compares running direct in with pedals into an amp (using a Two Notes Captor) versus running direct in with pedals only.

PLEASE NOTE: You never want to run direct into your DAW or soundboard from the speaker output unless your amp has an output made for this reason..

All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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213 - Guitar Shows...are they worth it? May 29, 2018

NAMM, huh, yeah, what is it good for…hold up. Before you go to the next line the answer is more of a “depends”. What is the biggest bang for your company may be a totally different experience for another. Brian and Blake talk about the pros and cons to attending the “big show”

And you may have heard the term “influencer” bantered about in the marketing world. Some of you may be asking, “What does that mean?” The guys have an explanation.

All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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212 - The caffeinated episode. Great albums, EVH and G-Strings May 21, 2018

Facebook. Here we go again you say? Not so much this time as it has encouraged discussions of great albums and their influence. Brian and Blake talk about their picks..

There are the classics. Telecaster, Strats, Les Pauls. But there are other intriguing guitar options out there that have caught Blake’s eye. The guys talk about it.

Brian has some tips on building a half pipe, keeping G-strings in tune, if that is even possible. And Brian goes all Cornholio on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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211 - Blatz Beer, Digitech, and Facebook ain't fun no more May 15, 2018

Harman has decided to make some big changes with Digitech and DOD. What does it all mean? Brian and Blake discuss it.

Facebook can be useful, but it has proven itself lately to be a toxic battleground where people can lash out at others over stupid things. So much so that one of the guys is pretty much fed up with it. You will be surprised which one.

Nikki Sixx is Brian’s wife’s fb pal? Brian fanboyed a 90’s country star, and you never know who is going to send you a friend request on social media. All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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210 - Bonamassa buying Gibson? And online gear sales May 07, 2018

Rumor has it that Joe Bonamassa may be interested in purchasing the faltering Gibson company. Could it be more than a rumor? Brian and Blake dive into the subject.

People buy and sell gear everyday on eBay or Reverb. And PayPal is a common way to pay for those transactions. Most go smoothly, but a Wampler Tone Group member shares the nightmare he is going through with the sale of his Les Paul. The guys look at the situation and talk about ways for buyers and sellers to protect themselves.

And how much is too much to pay for gear? Where do you draw the line? Brian found some high end pedals with some high price tags.

Could Barn Band be a new recording interface? Blake has an interesting NGD, and there is a new T-shirt Brian has his eye on. All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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209 - Scooping the Mids and Glamour Pedalboards in the Instagram era Apr 30, 2018

You practice at home and dial your tone in and it sounds great. But at practice or at the gig, it sounds totally different in the mix. Can scooping the mids help the situation? Brian and Blake discuss the options.

Instagram has become the place to showcase your rig. But has the need to "look good" and get likes taken over the need to "sound good" and have a practical pedalboard? The guys talk about it.

Does the podcast have a jingle? Is "Bro Country" just an American thing? Is Goat Yoga coming to Wampler Farms? All this and more in this week's Chasing Tone Podcast.

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208 - The lost Brent Mason interview Apr 23, 2018

Back around 2004 Brian had the opportunity to sit down with Brent Mason and ask him some questions in an interview that was thought to be lost forever on a broken hard drive.

Brent discusses how a song is developed for recording, and what his process is when he comes up with a solo for a song. He also talks about his recording setup and gives an overview of his gear.

Brent has some advice on getting into the music business and some pointers on getting good tone.

What would Brent Mason do if he couldn’t play guitar? Who would he like play with that he has not yet? And what legendary artist did he miss out on going on tour with? All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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207 - Is this the end of analog? Apr 16, 2018

As technology progresses and we dive deeper into the digital world, does it spell the end of analog gear? Or are we in an era where they not only coexist, but compliment each other? Brian and Blake take on the subject.

And is there a bias against digital gear? Is it warranted? Brian Neunaber wrote a blog about the topic and Brian shares some of the insight.

Guatemalan Coffee, studio stuff is expensive, and impulse responses. All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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206 - The pain of G.A.S. and Elusive Gear Apr 09, 2018

Many are familiar with G.A.S. (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) But what really drives that desire? Is it the pursuit? Or is it actually acquiring the gear. Brian and Blake discuss it.

And how do you handle not getting your hands on that piece of gear? Do you find a substitute? It’s a question from the tone group and the guys tackle it head on.

If you get a chance, check out My Darn Jam Tracks (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC55xyo8HvJMuTROnqpPgG5Q) An awesome YouTube channel that Brian recently found and is enjoying. Justin has some tasty jam tracks you might enjoy.

All on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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205 - Tone Tip - Should you run dirt pedals into clean amp vs. dirty amp? A comparison between the two Apr 04, 2018

In this special tone tip edition of the podcast, Brian demonstrates running a couple of different distortions and boosts into both a clean amp and the same amp turned all the way up which overdrives it giving it cool distorted tones.

Basically, it's a "should I run my overdrive into a clean amp or should I turn my amp up and run the pedals into that?" podcast. You may like it, you may not. Hopefully you do. Brian does these podcasts for you all both for your knowledge and your entertainment.

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204 - Troubleshooting Pedals and Obsolete Wireless Units? Mar 26, 2018

Everything man made can break. True in the pedal world as well. But before you package up the pedal and send it back for repair, Brian shares some of the steps you can take to eliminate minor issues and keep that pedal on your board.

Blake shares some info on the FCC auctioning off some frequency spectrums that may make some older wireless audio components obsolete. The guys go into more details in the podcast.

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203 - Doing mods and the “Anatomy” of Tone Mar 19, 2018

We are officially on Spotify! Brian and Blake welcome our new friends and get back at it after a small vacation.

Brian has decided to do mods for customers. He discusses the decision and shares details how you could get one of your pedals modded by Mr Wampler himself.

We have all heard how tone is in the hands, but is it in your gut too? Do “fuller figured” guitar players have different tone from the more svelte player? Blake thinks so. The guys discuss it.

Ever wonder why the audience complains about your perfect tone? It could be that they are hearing something totally different than you. It is called signal displacement and Brian share’s Bruce Egnaters article on the subject.

Blake’s special black DS-1, headphones with no speakers, and Brian’s new grill. It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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202 - Tone Tips - Q&A with Brian Mar 12, 2018

In this special Tone Tips edition, Brian tackles some questions from the Wampler Tone Group..

Ever wonder how much of the ideas that go into Wampler Pedals are from customer requests and how many are Brian just following his muse? He talks about it.

Why are some amps just more “pedal friendly” than others? Is it truth or in the ears of the beholder? Brian takes a look at it.

Brian’s education background, and artists that Brian would like to design for, It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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201 - Tone Tips: Q&A with Mr Wampler Mar 05, 2018

In this special Tone Tips edition, Brian tackles some questions from the Wampler Tone Group..

It takes a lot of breadboarding and patience to get the perfect tone from a pedal. Brian discusses some of the harder circuits to get right.

We have all seen recommended settings from pedal manufacturers, but they don’t always live up to expectations. There are a myriad of reasons and Brian talks about them.

Have you ever wondered if there were pick ups or tubes that may work better with pedals? Brian tackles that question.

Does quality cables make a difference in your tone? What about power supplies or pedal order? Brian shares his opinion.

Midi? Would Brian collaborate with another builder? Boxers or briefs? And what drives Wampler innovation? It’s all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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200 - Brad Paisley:Behind the Scenes Feb 26, 2018

Brian is joined this week by former Brad Paisley guitar tech Cory Hall.

Cory talks about what it is like to work so closely with one of his guitar heroes and the tricks and tone secrets he picked up along the way.

We also find out about some of Brad’s favorite gear and his private recording studio.

All in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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199 - So you want to start your own pedal company? Feb 19, 2018

There are a lot of DIYers out there that want to take their hobby to the next level and start their own pedal company. But where do you start?

How do you market yourself in the social media marketing age? How do you build relationships with potential customers?

And how do you balance the demands of answering emails, designing new product, and pushing numbers? Brian and Blake discuss the ups and downs of it all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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198 - An Interview with Andy Martin of Reverb Feb 12, 2018

Brian catches up with Andy Martin, formerly of Pro Guitar Shop and the Tone Report, now with Reverb after his first NAMM.

Get to know Andy as Brian asks him about his beginnings with PGS, his gear, his influences and his favorite pedal of all times.

Just a heads up, this interview was recorded at the Earthquaker Party and there is quite a bit of background noise, but the conversation comes through loud and clear.

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197 - Let's talk about artist Endorsements Feb 08, 2018

In this bonus edition of Chasing Tone, Blake and Brian discuss artist endorsements. Does a big name equal big sales? Not in every instance. The guys explain.

Andy Martin of Reverb, formerly of PGS, just experienced his first NAMM and had a sitdown interview with Brian. That is in an upcoming episode stay tuned.

And it seems, if you are listening to this podcast you may not be watching us on the YouTubes. It is an interesting phenomenon worth talking about.

Brian likes Mr. Worldwide?? Is there a George Lynch pedal in the works?? Katy Perry has a guitar player?? All of these questions are answered and your morning traffic report in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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196 - NAMM Wrap up and driving Mr Wampler Feb 05, 2018

Blake and Brian decompress after their return from NAMM. What they saw and a few of their favorite things.

It’s Lyft Vs Uber, Brian had an experience. And Blake tried to carjack an Uber ride from a big name in the gear industry.

Another company brought hand sanitizer?? Brian tried to crash a post prom party, and a shake up in the social media world shake up. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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195 - Travis and Max are back again! Jan 29, 2018

It’s a reunion of the original Chasing Tone Cast as Brian catches up with Travis and Max.

You go to a gig knowing you will not be able to use your amp on stage. What choices do you have?The guys talk about options for going direct in.

Brian educates Travis and Max on what impulse responses are, how they are used, and why they need them in their lives.

And what gear are you longing for? Max, Travis and Brian share their wish lists..

How to end any argument, Olive Garden isn’t fancy, and relicing Brian’s amp. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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194 - Travis and Max are Back! Jan 22, 2018

It’s a reunion of the original Chasing Tone Cast as Brian catches up with Travis and Max.

Max and Travis discuss how being in the industry changed their perspective on gear. And how that has changed now that they are out of the business

The guys share what is on their pedal boards. Travis’ board has a theme.

Travis shares his C.C. Deville story and what really drives Brian to do what he does. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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193 - Classic ‘cheap’ Pedals, Circuit Nerdery, and a possible Wampler Re-release ? Jan 15, 2018

A reviewer took one of our competitors to task over using surface mount in their pedal design. Brian sets the record straight on why it is necessary and the differences between the two.

There are some “cheap” pedals on the market, but that does not mean they are necessarily bad. In fact some have some pretty good circuits under the hood. Brian and Blake discuss a few.

Some things are released before their time. The public just isn’t ready to appreciate the contribution that item brings to society. There may be a release of a Wampler pedal that fits that description. Find out what it is as the guys talk about it’s possible re-release.

Brian’s Christmas gear acquisition, Blake is restricting gear purchases this year(?) and why does the “I love fuzz” forum hate Brian? All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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192 - The Nutube Tubescreamer Jan 08, 2018

Ibanez just came out with a tube based tubescreamer based on Korg’s new Nutube technology. Brian and Blake discuss the new pedal and the tech behind it.

It is easy to feel like you know the podcasters you listen to. Makes it cool when you meet them in person, but what is it like for the podcaster?

And speaking of tubescreamers. The guys discuss the differences between the TS9 and the TS808.

Is a Chasing Pizza Podcast in the works? The best burger in America, statins, and Sweetwater candy all this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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191 - New Year Gear Resolutions Jan 01, 2018

Happy New Year! Brian and Blake are ready to kick off 2018 with their gear resolutions. What are some of yours?

Christmas break at the Wampler shops gives Brian a chance to decompress. Find out how he unwinds.

Brian reveals his new online venture complete with some DIY kits you can get. And speaking of DIY, he has a Book update!

Acoustic Guitars, nostalgic gear, Skype tone and military time all this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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190 - TS9/TS808 controversial video and why do pedals cost so much? Dec 25, 2017

Brian recently released a video about differences in Tubescreamers. How there really isn’t any. It started a firestorm on the social medias. He and Blake rip the band-aid off the wound.

People asks why some “simple circuit” pedals cost so much. But there are a lot of layers in the cost of making a pedal or any gear. The guys talk about it.

Blake is not a fan of tube based pedals AND he is getting rid of all his fuzz pedals, micro-sized components, and is Amazon getting into the pedal game? All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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189 - Is Apple pulling the plug on downloading?? And how money works in the music industry and making it work for you. Dec 18, 2017

There was a recent article claiming that Apple would be ending their downloading service in favor of a streaming platform. Blake and Brian discuss what this could mean for the music industry and how it could influence the gear market.

Money in the music industry seems to be loaded in favor of the labels, leaving artists struggling even when successful. The guys talk about how deals are struck and where today’s artists are making money.

Is marketing a dirty word when it comes to your music? Brian and Blake talk about how to get you and your music in front of people without traditional selling and marketing.

Alexa doesn’t “give” you anything. Better check your bank statements. Ke$ha, and Brian’s new iMac. All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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188 - Running Stereo Setups, Gear Demo’s and Reviews, and will there ever be another Rush? Dec 11, 2017

Stereo rigs can be awesome. But they have some issues to overcome as well. Brian and Blake talk about working through it.

You see gear reviews and demos on YouTube, but do you understand the difference between the two? The guys talk about how it all works.

Listening to Rush on the way home from the gym got Brian lamenting the future of music. Will there be another Rush? Blake tries to assure him that all is not lost.

Brian has been pwning the noobs in COD. Mad Skills. Blake can’t find his Mega Man 2 cart. Have you seen it? PedalCoin?? Thinking while your mowing, and getting Rick Rolled. All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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187 - “Wamp” Tuning, Delay Pedals, Baritone Guitars and Software Drummers Dec 04, 2017

Delays are useful. But how long of a delay do you really need? How long is too long? Blake and Brian look at it.

Brian has a drummer issue. Why won’t his software drummers “play along”? The guys discuss how the digital world mirrors the real world.

Blake got a baritone guitar. He shares the tones he is getting through his fuzz pedals.

Beard talk, Boutique Strings, and Wampler’s impending release. And one of the guy’s dad built him a 22 foot Space Shuttle. All this in this week's loaded Chasing Tone Podcast.

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186 - Where should you place Amp-in-a-box pedals? Nov 27, 2017

Blake is back and ready to talk gear with Brian.

A listener asks where to put an amp-in-a-box pedal in their rig? Near the guitar? Near the amp? Somewhere between? The guys share their thoughts.

Blake got some new gear. A new guitar with an innovative twist and a pretty cool reverb pedal, and Brian talks about his Black Friday dilemma.

Brian’s Les Paul is breaking his heart? Mushrooms in Chili? And pedal builders have a fight club? All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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185 - Q&A Day: Lo-Mid-Hi Gain, what is the difference? Amp Specific Pedals, Why not? Nov 20, 2017

Brian sits down and answers some of your questions.

Ever wonder why someone hasn’t put out a pedal tailored to a specific Amp? One listener has, and gets Brian’s perspective on the idea.

Do we think cheap pedals sound less than they should, just because they are cheap? Brian discusses the “placebo” effect and how it can lead some players astray.

We hear about pedals or amps that are low, medium, or high gain, but what does that really mean? Brian shares some insight on the differences.

All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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184 - Q&A Day: circuit component discussion, which pedals with my rig, and Daw recording Nov 13, 2017

Brian sits down and answers some of your questions.

A DIY’er wants Brian’s opinion on circuit components. Polyester vs Tantalum capacitors. What affect the orientation of components has on the tone of the circuit. Brian breaks open the breadboard with some insight.

A listener wants advice on what the best overdrive and distortion pedals that will work best with his rig. Would the Tumnus or Pinnacle work best? Or maybe both? Brian takes a deeper look at the options.

And desktop recording. What are the best hardware, impulse responses and plug-ins to use? What are the best methods to achieve a quality recording?

All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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183 - Bonamassa’s Rant, A DIY Book Update and Favorite “Always On” Pedals Nov 06, 2017

Joe Bonamassa blew up the internet with some derogatory comments about effects and players who use them. Was it a tongue in cheek moment? Was it taken out of context? Brian and Blake discuss the rant.

Blake has a new amp, and it has no tubes?? The guys talk about Blake’s journey into the solid state world.

Brian has an update on his second revision of his DIY book. And you won’t believe the latest pedal acquisition he made to work up a mod to go in the book.

And what is your favorite “always on” pedal? A Univox Super Fuzz?? Big Muff?? There are more serious answers in the conversation.

All this in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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182 - The Goose, The Middle Man, The Idol Maker, and the Gomer Pyle Oct 30, 2017

If you have ever wanted to see how the “boutique” gear market worked in it’s earliest inception you will want to find and read “The Goose, The Middle Man, The Idol Maker, and the Gomer Pyle” It is an eye opening read that Brian and Blake try to break down and bring you the highlights. They also discuss the differences in the gear market today.

You can find a copy of the original post at the website churchoftone.com

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181 - Practice makes you...worse?! Oct 16, 2017

Blakes back from Fear the Riff in NYC and Brian is land locked by a local community festival. Seems like a good time to do a podcast.

The Goose, The Middle Man, The Idol Maker, and the Gomer Pyle. An amazing article about the origins of what we know today as the Boutique Gear market. Brian and Blake talk about it.

Brian recently went to a Garth Brooks show. That takes Blake down memory lane to his third grade talent show and makes Brian relive his first country audition.

Blake talks about his mini pedal board. Consistency in practicing with the band and what can happen when it falls off. Why do Boss pedals get so much hate? And parades can really screw up your plans. All in this episode of Chasing Tone.

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180 - Suggested Settings and Making the Most of Alone time with your Guitar Oct 09, 2017

Blake joins Brian in this week’s podcast. Common question with no common answer. “Suggested settings” to get “that” tone. Is there a baseline? Is there a true “this is that sound setting” that works for every player? The guys talk about it.

Their is a gear show coming up in NYC. Who is going and what is it about?

The workday is done, your significant other is off doing what they do and you find yourself alone with your guitar and your amp. How do you spend that “Golden Time”? Brian and Blake share their ideas..

And Brian is starting a new gear company. Much more straightforward approach with an interesting choice to run the brand. You will get to meet Oakland Hillsberry.

The magic that is Black Bird Studios, Paisley’s rig (well as of this recording), and is there a placebo effect when it comes to pedal design? All in this episode of Chasing Tone.

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179 - The new Paisley Drive Deluxe and getting your Guitar on a plane Oct 02, 2017

Our Wampler teammate, brother in arms, grumpy friend from across the pond, Jason Wilding joins Brian for this weeks tone adventure.

So we here at Wampler put a lot of thought and strategy into releasing a new pedal. From social media to demos and the like, it should be a fine oiled machine. But when someone outside our control decides to release a pedal early? Brian and Jason share their frustration and how they are handling it.

Jason took the new Paisley Drive Deluxe to a gig. He shares what he experienced, and his bandmates’ reactions.

Brian explains how his battles with airlines to get his guitar stowed safely hardly ever goes well. Even armed with the law, the airlines don’t care.

A small cameo by Jason’s wife Lisa, Tom Quayle can get salty, Brian is a Jim Carrey fan, Jason is the filth dictionary, and why the world can’t end just yet. All in this episode of Chasing Tone.

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178 - Is the Gear Market Changing? Sep 25, 2017

At the 2017 Winter NAMM we sat down withsome Amp and Pedal Builders to get their insights onthe Tone industry, it's future, and what their companies are doing to advance the pursuit of tone.

We talked to -

Dave Friedman - Friedman

Bruce Egnater - Egnater Amplification

Joe Morgan - Morgan Amplification

Josh Scott - JHS Pedals

Roger Smith - Source Audio

Aen Hinz - Dwarfcraft Devices

Brian Neunaber - Neunaber Audio Effects

Frank Falbo - Falbo Guitars

Joel Korte - Chase Bliss Audio

Mike Matthews - electro-harmonix

There are honest and surprising answers.

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177 - Tone Tips - Suggested Pedal Settings: IGNORE them! A test with 6 amps & 3 pedals Sep 18, 2017

One of the most common questions we get through our website is this:"How should I set my _____ pedal to get the sound from this song ______ ?”

Unfortunately, that's something that we can't really answer. It depends on a myriad of different things including but not limited to what amp you're playing, how you have it set, what guitar you're playing, how loud you're playing, and that's not even taking into account the playing style... as there is indeed alot to be said for "tone is in the fingers".

In this special Tone Tips edition of Chasing Tone, Brian takes three pedals, the Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive, the Nobels ODR-1 Overdrive, and the Proco Rat Distortion, sets them all the exact same, and plays through 6 totally different amps.

However, with that said, we do of course offer a "starting point" for different sounds in our own manuals but it's just a point of reference. Sound is more complicated than knob settings. ;)

Of course, even though it's a clickbaity title, there are indeed exceptions. Delays and reverbs for example are a little easier to predict how to set to get certain tones and sounds, but dirt pedals? That's a different animal.

Also, Brian was incorrect about the Nobels, looks like they are about $100 now. You can find them on amazon though: http://amzn.to/2jpzO4S

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176 - The Doctor, new JHS collaboration, and making Humbuckers better Sep 11, 2017

Travis calls in and catches up with Brian on what he is up to lately.

The Doctor is in and Brian and Travis talk about it’s origins and when Travis plans to order his.

Travis is putting down the Strat picking up his Les Paul and playing some 90’s covers. He talks about how he got better tone out of his Humbuckers.

Impulse response is becoming a thing, just don’t tell Travis. He still writes and records the old fashioned way. Oh, and get off his lawn.

And JHS is collaborating with a big name company. Brian talks about the implications.

Playing with Doug Henthorn, CB talk, lunch plans, touring life, fist shaking at Wal-Mart and “Have you tried Bacon?” All crammed into this weeks Chasing Tone

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175 - Podcasting 101 and capturing Warren Haynes Tone Sep 05, 2017

Brian and Blake discuss their podcast setups and how much they enjoy listening to themselves(not)

Brian is at it again. This time he gets to hang out with Warren Haynes of Govt Mule. He discusses a Wampler pedal that tries to capture that “Haynes Sound”. And more proof that tone is in the hands.

And the question came up, “What is one widely loved band that you personally cannot connect with?” Brian and Blake agree on a band that might surprise a lot of listeners.

Skateboarding, Brian is into punk? And is Luke Bryan listening to Chasing Tone? All this and more in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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174 - Could you gig the rest of your life with only ONE pedal? Aug 21, 2017

If you had to choose just one pedal to gig with, could you do it? What would you choose? Brian and Blake discuss what they would do.

We all have quirks, dislikes and odd fears. Like Brian’s fear of Pool drains or Blake’s dislike of chewing on dry towels. (Yeah, I know).

And there is a new pedal that has caught Brian’s eye. It has some very cool features that the guys discuss, but it also has some “interesting” marketing. Dive in with Blake and Brian.

Brian tackles Blake’s mini display pedal woes. A pedal board smaller than a sheet of paper??

Grilled Cheese or not Grilled Cheese, why is a hamburger called a hamburger, and could there be a Wampler multi FX unit in the future? All this and more in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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173 - Hangin’ with Brad Paisley and what does it take to "make it" > Aug 14, 2017

Brad Paisley was in town over the weekend and Brian was on stage with the band. He talks about the experience.

Chase Bryant. Brian knew him before he was big. Brian and Blake talk about his story and how it is a great example of patience, being extremely talented, and using networking to get to where you want to be.

And there is a new way to podcast that the guys are mulling over using and they would like your input. They explain the Anchor platform and how you can “weigh in” on how to use it. (Sorry)

Brian is going through a reflective stage in his life that includes listening to some 90’s music, leaving a legacy for future generations, cologne for guitar pedals, and hey creating content is hard. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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172 - Should you gig with a headstock tuner? Jul 31, 2017

Tuners are very necessary. Some use a pedal and some use a headstock tuner. But would you leave that on your guitar throughout a gig? Is it wrong to do so? Brian and Blake have strong opinions on the subject.

Brian got away from it all for a few days of outdoor fun with his son. This meant he was “off the grid” for several days. Needless to say, his inbox was a bit full. Was it worth it? Brian will answer that. (And your emails…eventually)

Pedal rental services. Brian points out a very useful purpose for them and how you can benefit.

And retargeting ads and the smart musician. How to effectively use this marketing technique to get your music to more people.

Does George Lynch “Dad Rock”??? Are running pants the new sweat pants? Did Blake check out? Are you on Luke Bryan’s email list? Are gear hoarders for real and will Brian and Blake be the stars of a show about it? Do these questions make my description look fat? All this and more in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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171 - NAMM recap, do Batteries affect your tone and shaping future generations Jul 24, 2017

Brian is back from NAMM. So is Blake, sort of. They recap the show and some of the after hours fun.

What do you wanna do with your life? College is good for some, but not all. Do you really need it to chase your dream? Brian has some strong feelings about it.

And the topic that nearly broke the internet this week in the tone group. Do batteries make a difference in your tone? The guys share their thoughts.

Brian plays with Ira Dean, Blake is a flat earther(?)and building shred sheds. And Vince Gill has a new gig?? Take it easy we’ll tell you about it in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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170 - Playing for Exposure Jul 17, 2017

You get a call to hire your band, but they can’t pay you but “hey, you can get some exposure.” Brian and Blake discuss this phenomenon and the exchange rates on “Exposure Bucks”.

What happened to guitar solos in country music? The guys talk about it.

Brian hangs out with Avenged Sevenfold who is touring with Metallica, will he replace Kirk Hammett’s Wah with a Wampler Hamm-it Wah? Ghetto Blasters, System of a Down, and how to make drums quieter, all in this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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169 - "Tone Tips" - A look at the Wampler Ethereal Reverb/Delay Pedal Jul 10, 2017

In this special "Tone Tips" Episode, Brian breaks down the features on the new Wampler Ethereal Reverb and delay pedal and then runs it through it's paces, letting you hear the results.

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168 - Nerd talk: engineering, DSP, and DIY with Jake Steffes, Wampler engineer Jul 03, 2017

He ballroom dances, plays bass, and helps bring Brian’s designs to life. Wampler Engineer Jake Steffes joins Brian on this weeks episode..

Jake and Brian take on answering a listener question about gain. What is it? Does it differ according to playing style?

You are a DIY’er and want to dabble some in the digital world, but how do you even get started? Do you need to be a programmer? Jake answers this..

How valuable is an electronic engineering degree to making pedals? Do they even teach analog in schools these days? The answer may surprise you.

We all know Brian’s cat is into Uni-vibes, but Jakes cat talks to Satan?? TC Electronics secrets revealed, Spin chips and micro controllers all packed into this episode of Chasing Tone.

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167 - Former Host Travis Feaster Visits - Part 2 Jun 26, 2017

Three years ago Travis, Max and Brian started the Chasing Tone Podcast and to commemorate the occasion Travis pays Brian a visit. It was too much to fit in one podcast, so here is part 2.

One of the perks of working in the guitar gear industry is meeting some of your guitar heroes along the way. Brian and Travis have some stories to share. Like the time Travis hit Brent Mason at a restaurant. True Story.

And the guys talk about not liking guitar for a bit and how they dealt with those feelings.

Brad Paisley’s ear wax, Whitfill Fire update, being a fan girl for Vince Gill, and Brian on getting back to his roots. All packed into this week’s Chasing Tone podcast.

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166 - Former host Travis Feaster stops in Jun 19, 2017

Three years ago Travis, Max and Brian started the Chasing Tone Podcast and to commemorate the occasion Travis pays Brian a visit.

Travis just sold his 68 Marshall for four grand, which begs the question, what piece of gear would you buy if you had $4,000.00?

Travis has a new amp and has found tonal peace using a Fryette Attenuator. He explains the difference it makes in his sound.

Still picking on Max, the three phases that will get you through any conversation, and Travis is done with using pedals?? All in this weeks episode of Chasing Tone.

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165 - Favorite Clean Tone and Backup Amps Jun 12, 2017

Brian and Blake talk about their favorite recorded clean tone and how Pearl Jam shaped Brian’s affinity for reverb.

Do you have a portable amp in you gig bag in case of an on stage disaster? Are there alternatives? The guys take a look at it.

The cliche’ that is band pictures, Blake doesn’t listen to Eric Johnson, Brian wants to start a Luke Bryan cover band, and beer can reverb? All in this weeks episode of Chasing Tone.

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164 - Are gear magazines still relevant? Jun 05, 2017

Are gear magazines relevant in the internet age? Brian has some thoughts.

A listener question about mic’ing guitar amps in a live mix brings up a great discussion on using the EQ spectrum to broaden the mix.

The new MS3 is out from Boss. Brian and Blake take a look.

Blake channels George Michael and Brian has a killer Luke Bryan impersonation. And what can Brian do with all his gear magazines? All in this week’s Chasing Tone.

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163 - Tone Tips - Busting the myth of magical op-amps and diodes...? May 25, 2017

Everyone knows the the mystical 4558 op-amp IC chip is responsible for the best overdrive tones right? I mean, even Stevie Ray insisted on it in his pedals, am I right? Right?! Joking aside, I dive through several popular op-amp IC chips and let you hear what each one sounds like in the context of Guitar Overdrive Pedal Circuitry. Well, not every one out there, but some popular ones... from $.20 IC chips to $10 versions of the popular Operational Amplifier Integrated Circuit chip. And just for kicks and giggles, I'll show you the difference between several types of diodes, and the difference when running it as a soft clipping overdrive to a hard clipping distortion. Sounds like fun, eh? Oh, and I realize the title is a little click-baity. But it's all in fun, am I right?

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162 - Starter Amps, Recorded sound vs Room sound, and Layered Circuit Boards May 22, 2017

Blake and Brian look back at their starter amps and talk about some of the options available to new guitarists today.

There is something to having your amp in the room and “feeling” your tone, but is there a way to translate that when you record?

Brian recently made an Ebay purchase, unfortunately the pedal was D.O.A. You will be surprised by what he found when he dissected it.

Zip tying your pedals to the pedalboard? Hey youtube guy! You’re doing it wrong, And Brian's new Faux Amazon Selling Course. All in this week’s Chasing Tone.

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161 - Classic tape delays, Tuner wars and getting more out of practice May 15, 2017

Blake picked up a Univox EC80 Tape Delay. He and Brian take a look at it.

Tuners. A necessary evil on any board. They also bring out strong opinions as to which one is best to use. Let’s get ready to rummmmble!

If you want to get good at guitar you have got to practice. But is there a point where you don’t need to? Or does practice change as you get better? The guys talk about it.

Brent Mason is giving Skype lessons, what is wrong with Behringer products, and you must like what Blake likes or you are wrong. All in this week’s Chasing Tone.

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160 - Multiple delays, becoming a gear head, and the state of mainstream radio May 08, 2017

The guys answer a question from the Tone Group. How do you effectively set up and use delay pedals. Can you have too many?

How do you relate to a non gear head guitar player? Is the quest for tone contagious?

Blake talks about how tone became important to him.

What is wrong with todays radio? Brian and Blake take a look at that and maybe the bigger question, do we really need radio?

Brian’s NAMM memories, what if drummers were gear heads, and why does Brian need four clocks in his living room? All in this week’s Chasing Tone.

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159-New Gear Day & rewriting the DIY books May 02, 2017

Brian talks to Blake about his progress on the new revision of his DIY book. How he is getting more relevant mods into the pages.

Blake has some new-to-him pedals. Like a DOD FX75 Stereo Flanger. The guys take a look at them and Brian looks at their schematics to see what’s really cool in them.

Guitars get the girls, the PC police need to chill, live streaming, and there is a reason Brian doesn’t want to do rehousings. All this and more in this week’s Chasing Tone

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158 - Fuzz pedals, DSP vs Analog, and MC Hammer pants Apr 20, 2017

There is a new fuzz pedal in the works. Is it a Big Muff clone? Fuzz Face? Brian talks about where the process is, and some hints about what is in his latest creation.

Using DIY skills for “evil”? Brian shares how he messes with people’s minds when he gigs.

Has DSP technology caught up with analog in producing tone? It may be closer than you think.

Who is wearing M.C. Hammer pants? Trolling the trolls. Can Blake keep Brian on track with the conversation?

All this and more in this week’s Chasing Tone

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157 - Influential Tone, Pedalboard Problems, and the Boss ES8 Apr 10, 2017

The guys talk about their first concerts and how it influenced their guitar playing and their tone. Brian admits he had a Prince phase.

Blake has issues. This week he shares his frustration with his lack of pedalboard preparedness and indecision. Can Brian help him save 30 minutes of setup at practice?

Boss has a new gig rig looper. The ES8. It is full of features that has Blake eying one. Brian and Blake take a look at it

Is a Wampler tuner in the works? How about a phaser? And Mr Wampler went to Nashville over the weekend for a little show with Brent Mason and others. He even sat in on a song. The big question is what effects did he take?

All this and more in this week’s Chasing Tone

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156 - April fools day special: New Wampler Release Apr 03, 2017

Fresh off the newest Wampler release, Brian and Blake talk about what is in the Psychosomatic Pedal. It is something….else.

Brian get’s very honest about the “secrets of the trade” that he discovered in the creation of the Psychosomatic. We have been doing it wrong. For years.

The Psychosomatic may be the pinnacle of Brian’s achievements and he ponders what profession he may pursue next.

Confused? It may help you to watch this video first - https://youtu.be/kNeWy8vAiuU

All this and more in this week’s Chasing Tone

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155 - Modding Pedals, Relicing Guitars, and Falling in Love All Over Again Mar 27, 2017

Blake is Back! He and Brian dive into some pedal mod ideas that Brian would like to try out. Can a TS-9 do that?

Brian has re-released his DIY book on Amazon until the new edition is done. But there is a poor confused soul who’s comment caused Brian to go on a rant.

Blake shares how he started the Tone Mob podcast, and the story behind the first episode. And Brian rediscovers an old guitar and falls in love with it all over again. You won’t believe what guitar it is.

Could the name of the podcast be changing? Brian get’s weird about his goats. Very, very weird. Interesting ideas on how to relic guitars that you may or may not want to try at home. All this and more in this week’s Chasing Tone

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154- Sculpting guitar tones to fit a song Mar 21, 2017

Brian has a special guest in the shred shed as he welcomes Victor Lee to the podcast. Victor is an up and coming guitarist who is establishing himself in the studio and on YouTube and itunes.

Victor and Brian discuss creating songs and how to find the sound to fit the song, and how to dial in tones to create moods.

They also take a look at the Thornbucker pickup and discuss impulse responses and why they are so ground breaking. All in this weeks podcast.

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153 - NGD - A 1981 Gibson Les Paul Custom, and discussing what makes boutique guitars different Mar 15, 2017

It’s new gear day for Blake. He finally obtained a 1981 Les Paul Custom and that sparked a discussion about the Gibson standard. Brian and Blake discuss how different parts of the guitar can affect tone, as well as what makes a "boutique" guitar different than a standard off the shelf guitar.

More coffee talk. Early titles for the podcast. Waxing and tasting capacitors to get the best tone? And why feeding the trolls is bad.

We find out Blake is a drummer, Brian thinks Les Paul’s are heavy and we have a "pun" time. All in this weeks Chasing Tone Podcast.

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152 - Where should you set your amp and pedal knobs for "perfect tone"? Mar 06, 2017

Knobs on the pedal, on the amp, even on the guitar. How do you set them to get great tone? Does the same settings work the same for every player on every rig? Brian and Blake explore the subject.

The guys also discuss some of the secrets to great dirt pedal design, and explain the differences between amp eq and pedal eq.

Brian has some goats and my put them to work, french dressing on pizza(?), and Robert Keeley has got some mad skills in the kitchen. All in this weeks Chasing Tone.

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151 - Stage Presence and Life, How to “get up” for both Mar 01, 2017

You see it all the time. Talented guitar player, got his riffs down, nails the solos, but no stage presence. Brian and Blake discuss this phenomenon and what it means to “get up” for a show.

Can falling short of our personal life expectations mean the end, or finding a new direction? Brian reflects on the loss of a friend and the implications of that very question.

Can there be too many coffee shops? A McDonald’s coffee review, and Blake’s Empire, all on this weeks Chasing Tone

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150 - Why we musicians are weird, and a rant on the education system? Feb 22, 2017

Brian and Blake discuss how they interpret music different from those who are not musicians.

Take a step back as Brian takes a hard look at his past, and how high school led him to building pedals. And how George Lynch and Skid Row played a huge part in that development as well.

The guys reinvent education and Brian contemplates his future in another exciting episode of Chasing Tone.

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149 - Reviewing the Mimiq Doubler Pedal from TC Electronics Feb 13, 2017

Normally, Brian doesn't do reviews of other company's guitar pedals. Even more odd is for him to review another company's pedal. However, recently he broke that streak and had some fun with the Mimiq Doubler effect pedal from TC Electronics.

It's a very cool effect if you are running stereo. If you're in a praise and worship band and going direct in, you'd be crazy NOT to have this in your arsenal. It's also highly effective if you run two different amps as well. It's true potential shines when you run it in stereo, so if you use it in mono with just one amp the effect won't be the same.

Brian is using a Rat pedal from Proco and a Torpedo C.A.B. from Two Notes for this demo.

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148 - Guitar Shop Etiquette Feb 07, 2017

Join Brian and Blake on another Podcast adventure as they discuss what is appropriate on your next gear shop visit.

Is it okay to bring your own guitar?

How long should you stay before you start to wear out your welcome?

Should you feel obligated to buy something?

How to deal with jerk employees.

And maybe more important, how not to be a jerk customer.

Blake talks about his recent live video experience. The guys reveal they were skaters back in the day. A loss in the gear world. And Brian talks about the evolution of Wampler Pedal’s media strategy.

It’s a jam packed episode!

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147 - Brian's longtime guitar-mentor joins him & talks tone Feb 01, 2017

Brian's longtime guitar-mentor joins him & talks toneBrian is joined by his long time high school friend Steve Townsend. You may have seen Steve in some of our videos showing you how to play Van Halen and Steve Vai riffs. Many have commented that his "How to Play Van Halen" videos are among the best on youtube.

Steve shares his thoughts on various aspects of playing in the styles of famous guitar players, how to get their tone, and Steve demonstrates some techniques that he uses. We discuss and demonstrate "What makes EVH sound like EVH? What about Brian May? Yngwie? Vai? It's all here.

And you don’t want to miss Steve’s rendition of a Eddie Van Halen classic, all here on today's podcast.

Additional Show Note: Due to demand, Steve has agreed to take on a few more Skype students. Email podcast@wamplerpedals.com for more info.

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146 - 2017 Winter NAMM Wrap Up Jan 23, 2017

Brian and Blake take a look back at the 2017 Winter NAMM show.

They talk about the new Wampler Pedal, Dracarys, and other cool things they have seen at this years show.

Being Pete Thorn, Brian wants to patent volume, and that new Boss company all the kids are talking about. All in this week's episode of Chasing Tone!

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145 - Speaker choice, hearing protection, & does it Djent? Jan 13, 2017

The Bravado will be officially launched at NAMM and Brian has finally settled on his speaker choice for the cabinet. Blake and Brian talk about the process and the final choice.

We all appreciate the tone palette of Brian’s ears. Brian talks about how he protects his hearing and some new devices that can help you protect your hearing while playing in a band.

Pedals with rockets in them. Beer infused pork roast. NAMM Preps and the best way to get a 100 pound pedal board to LA. And “djenting”, does your amp do it?

It is all packed into this week’s Chasing tone.

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144 - Tone Tips - How to make a dark sounding guitar sound...brighter Jan 09, 2017

I hear ya. You're saying "wha wha wha wha whaaaat? B-Dub is going to modify a guitar noooowwwww?"

Nope.

BUT... he did record this special "Tone Tips" podcast since he keeps getting this question over and over. So.... enjoy!

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143 - Six Ways to Make the Most of NAMM Jan 04, 2017

The gigantic musical instrument convention, NAMM, is just two weeks away. Almost every gear company will be there exhibiting along with several hundred thousand GAS chasing guitar gear fans.

If you are going or thinking of going, you've got to listen to Brian and Blake discuss several helpful tips such as how to survive NAMM, not be a jerk at NAMM, and not get NAMMthrax, among many others.

You will thank us later.

4:20 - NAMM Overview

4:56 - NAMM is not your personal concert venue

8:55 - People of NAMM - There are some sights to be seen

10:16 - Being Brian Wampler at NAMM

15:50 - How you get out of NAMM's basement

21:08 - NAMMthrax - don't be a victim

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142 - Tone Tips: What makes an amp pedal friendly Dec 19, 2016

Welcome to another "Tone Tips" episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast. In this episode Brian looks at what makes some amps take pedals better than others. And while he is at it, he lets you hear some of the features of the Wampler's new 40 watt Bravado Amplifier.

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141 - When does cloning turn into a unique circuit? Dec 14, 2016

When you are cloning a pedal circuit, but start to vary component values, when does it become a whole new circuit? If schematically it looks the same, but totally sounds and acts different from the original, is it really a clone? Brian and Blake have some thoughts.

Naming Pedals is hard. Blake has a secret project he can’t wait NOT to tell you about, and Brian leaks some info on a possible deluxe version of a certain Wampler mini pedal. Men at Work, MC Hammer and much more on this week’s Chasing Tone Podcast.

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140 - How to get into DIY Pedals Dec 08, 2016

Ever toyed with the idea of building your own pedal? Ever wondered if the cost of parts and your time is really worth it in the end? Brian and Blake talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of building your own effect pedal.

Amp in a box pedals. Have you wondered how pedal builders are able to put all abilities of an amp into a small solid state box? Brian shares some insight into the design process.

Should the Leviathan Fuzz be resurrected? Brian slips a bit of info on the next cool thing coming from Wampler, and Blake and Brian sing. Sort of.

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139 - What makes a great YouTube Gear video? Nov 28, 2016

There are plenty of Youtubers demoing guitar gear, but what seperates the ok from the great? Brian and Blake speculate on what the formula is and where the genre is headed.

And Stroll down memory lane as Brian recalls his life altering decision to build pedals, and the early days of the Wampler production team.

It's here! The Bravado from Wampler. An excellent clean platform amp that was designed and built to be very pedal friendly. Brian talks about our latest offering and how you should "talk" your local retailer into carrying it.

And the guys get up close and personal with the DOD OD250. Want to know how the gain circuit works? Brian has some answers.

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138 - Tone Tips - New Prototype Delay Revealed Nov 23, 2016

Welcome to another "Tone Tips" episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast. In this episode Brian discusses a common misuse of the Euphoria overdrive, and goes through some suggested settings for how to get the great crunchy tone with it, as well as creamy fuzz tones.

He also takes you into the breadboarding lair and plays through a prototype pedal, while discussing what happens at that stage of the pedal building process.

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137 - How to Break into the Music Business in 2016 Nov 14, 2016

Music is Art. Music is life. Music is a business and if you want to make a living at it, it is time you started treating it that way.

Brian and Blake talk about seeing your music as a product and ways to market that product and get your stuff out there. From understanding the economics to effectively using social media to reach people, the guys cover some great tips and common misconceptions on what it takes to “make it”.

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136 - Where is Music Headed? Nov 08, 2016

They say change is inevitable. They also say as much as things change, they stay the same. So that said, Brian and Blake take a look at where music is heading and if guitar has any place in it’s future.

Some artists are experiencing great success without the benefit of radio air play. As the landscape of the industry shifts, and outlets diversify will we still see any more Taylor Swift type mega stars?

And in today's fast paced technological world, are the up and coming musicians straying away from traditional instruments for loops and processors?

There was a Q&A with MRS. Wampler, 90’s cover bands are on the rise, and how long will analog effects stay relevant. All is discussed in this one. Buckle up, it’s gonna be a fun ride.

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135 - Do we hear with our eyes? Oct 31, 2016

Friday was a big day for Wampler Pedals with three new pedals hitting the streets. Brian talks about the exciting changes and talks about the features on the new Mini Ego.

Blake introduces Brian to "Stranger Things" and the tie in to a new fuzz pedal he was involved in developing.

There's a little controversy in the gear podcast world, seeing with our eyes and Coffee Talk with Brian and Blake.

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134 - When Did You Discover Tone? Oct 17, 2016

What was that artists' sound that you were chasing, or new piece of gear that thrust you into pursuing tone? That is a question that Brian and Blake dive into this week.

We have all heard about "The Thing". Well Blake is finally able to reveal "The Thing" and it could make a guitar player very happy.

Brian gives up his password. (grab a pen) Confesses to crimes against the return policies at the local gear shops, and what touring acts make may shock and depress you.

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133 - Tone Tips: what’s the better amp for pedals? Oct 10, 2016

In this episode Brian grabs a couple of pedals and runs them through several amps.

Listen to the difference in response from amp to amp and how different they sound.

Leave a comment. Which amp sounded best to your ears?

Pedals - Rat Distortion and Maxon OD808

Amps - Fender Deluxe Reverb, Fender Hot Rod Deluxe, Vox AC15, and Fender Twin Reverb Reissue

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132 - Which Guitar Pedals are Pointless? Oct 03, 2016

There are many "types" of guitar pedals and effects out there and it is definitely not "one size fits all". Brian and Blake discuss the effects that really have no place on their pedal board and why.

Heading to the studio? The guys discuss what pedals would be essential on their pedal board for a recording gig.

How many buffers do you really need? Same say one, some say two, some say none. Brian explains why you usually only need one, and what circumstance may require a second one.

Questions/comments? Email podcast@wamplerpedals.com

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131 - Inexpensive guitar pedals that we love Sep 28, 2016

Brian and Blake are back and talking about some of the "inexpensive" pedals they own that impress them. You may be surprised at some of the cheap stomp boxes the guys talk about.

Having space for your gear can be a precious commodity. Brian is running out of it. He and Blake talk about some of the remedies they have found for this dilemma.

Ever notice some of the older pedal circuits are not as "clean" in bypass mode? Brian explains how technology advances have improved this issue.

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130 - "Tone tips": Getting new tones from old pedals (with sound samples) Sep 19, 2016

In this special episode of Chasing tone, Brian does a special “tone tips” segment, demonstrating 4 Wampler Pedals, and how using them “wrong” can actually be a good thing. He’ll explain different settings on getting unconventional tones from the pinnacle, the catapult, the triple wreck, and the clarksdale. He’s using a whitfill stratocaster, through a mesa boogie lonestar.

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129 - "Tone Tips" Does Wah go before or after distortion? Sep 19, 2016

In this podcast I'm discussing wah pedal placement. I'll show you some sound examples and you make the decision for yourself. Me personally? I like it before distortion. I'm using a Vox Wah and a Boss DS-1 distortion. Why the DS-1 and not a Wampler? Because I don't want these podcasts to be a commercial for Wampler stuff. My goal is to bring YOU value, and provide content that helps you regardless of whether you buy our pedals or not. Enjoy the podcast, and leave a comment below if you'd like. Also - if you do enjoy the podcast or find value in it, will you share the link?

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128 - "Tone Tips" Should you put a phaser before or after distortion? Sep 16, 2016

Over the next few podcasts I'll be doing a series on "pedal placement", where I address where to place certain guitar pedals within a chain of pedals. I'll demonstrate putting them in various places and offer my opinion. In this podcast, I'm discussing phaser, distortion, and their relationship with each other in an intimate setting. Ok, not really that kind of intimacy. But still, this is important stuff! I'm letting you hear the sound when you run the phaser before vs. after distortion. Enjoy!

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127 - "Tone Tips" Breathing new life into a Fender Blues Jr amp Sep 09, 2016

Brian recently got his hands on a Tweed Fender Blues Jr. Not a big fan of the stock speaker. Sounds too "boxy" to his ears. So he took the opportunity to demonstrate how changing speakers can make a difference in the sound of the amp.

Another quick way to get better tone out of an amp is with an EQ pedal. Brian shows what difference that can make as well.

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126 - Do we get TOO caught up in new guitar gear? Sep 06, 2016

You see something shiny on the interwebs and have to have it. So, you get it.. but then there is something new/better/shinier/warmer/cooler available that's guaranteed to make you sound better because hey, that Pete Thorn (or insert your favorite youtube demo-er here) video sounded A-MAZING, and you have to havethat, so the old piece of gear that you loved last week takes a back seat. Sound familiar? Brian and Blake talk about it.

You would be surprised just how many prototypes Brian makes to produce a Wampler pedal.

It is easy to look at a schematic and say "That's a tubescreamer" based on its components, but that may not always be accurate. The guys explain why.

And you hear this sort of comment quite a bit: "Hendrix or SRV didn't need all this gear to get their sound." It is a conversation worth having, so we did.

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125 - "Tone Tips" 30 Something pedal vs. Vox AC30/AC15 Sep 01, 2016

We're doing a new special segment, called "Tone Tips". These segments are a bit shorter in nature, and feature tips about getting better done, and demonstrating them.

For years I had always wanted the ability to be able to show up to a gig with my Blackface amp (which I preferred with overdrive pedals), but I wanted a Vox-y chimey type of clean tone when necessary. I worked on different variations of circuits over the years, trying to achieve this. Finally, I hit upon it. That circuit became the Ace 30, which then became the 30 Something. Why the name change? Long story.

Anyway, the 30 Something pedal really excels at being what Lotus Pedals coined "an Underdrive". Yes, it can get a bit gainy, but using it as a clean platform is where it shines. It also works very well when you stack other overdrives into it, getting a sound very similar to what it would be like if you ran that pedal into those British style chimey amps.

So in this special episode of The Chasing Tone Podcast we bring you a demonstration of a Vox AC-30, AC-15, and a deluxe reverb with and without the 30 Something.

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124 - How do our guitar heroes influence our tone? Aug 29, 2016

We come up with a new idea: Team Chasing Tone Mob!

Arm wrestling etiquette.

The Crate G40. What does the shape knob do? We also discuss how higher gain tones can make you disappear in the context of a band.

Blake's guitar heroes? Social Distortion and his chase for their tone

Brian gushes over Brent Mason and Brad Paisley while discussing their tone

That time Brian played Brent Mason's rig and realized that the hands play a huge part of great guitar tone.

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123 - Trouble brews in the pedalboard world Aug 23, 2016

Meet our new host? Mac McGovern???

Breaking! Cease and desist orders in the pedalboard world.

How cease and desist works and how many are dealt with.

In the gear world, there are many people who build pedalboards. This week we learn about an interesting development between two established pedalboard companies, talk a bit about how and why one would patent a pedalboard, and what this may mean for the pedal world. We also talk about why this could be a good or bad thing

Also, Mac talks about his brand new line of footware designed especially for guitar pedal lovers -the new "Nighke" Shoes from Wampler. *facepalm*

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122 -Great Obscure Guitar Gear, & Strandberg Guitar Review Aug 15, 2016

Blake and Brian share some of their favorite obscure gear. DOD, ADA, Peavey and a Yamaha distortion pedal?

Brian got a Strandberg Guitar. What did he think?

A thirty dollar pedal purchase, Brian explains how it came in handy and how you DIYer's can use the same trick as a design shortcut.

Is a noise suppressor right for your tone? The guys discuss the good and the bad.

All this and Brian's 2.5 cats?

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121 - What is it like owning an effect pedal company? Aug 09, 2016

Brian explains to Blake how he balances marriage, kids, and general life with running a pedal company.

Reverse Engineering and matching Darlington pair transistors vs singles?

Brian's pursuit of competitive tobacco spittin' glory; a glimpse into running a pedal company in a small town in the middle of nowhere.

And life advice. Do what others aren't willing to do, follow your passion and do it to the absolute best of your ability, and don't confuse happiness and richness with financial wealth.

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120 - A rant on ethics in the pedal business Aug 02, 2016

Issues of fairness and standards affect any trade and the guitar gear world has seen some issues of late. Brian and Blake take a serious look at the ethics practices in the guitar pedal industry.

If your company has failed your customers, is there a chance for redemption? What steps must you take to put your transgressions behind you and repair your company's reputation?

And why are gear reviews "soft" on criticism? Brian has an interesting take on the issue.

Why are some clones accepted but others are scoffed at? Is there a legitimate reason for this reaction?

All this and a money back guarantee.

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119 - Travis Feaster Visits and talks tone, pickups, and guitars Jul 20, 2016

Travis Feaster visits and we talk about pickups, songwriting, why he's getting more into Les Pauls and Marshalls instead of Fender style amps and strats, and we answer questions from the Wampler Pedals Tone Group on Facebook.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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118 - 12 Things you can do to improve your tone Jul 11, 2016

The Wampler team (Brian, Jason and Alex) put together a list of things a player can do to improve their tone. Brian shares these tips with Blake and you.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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117 - Summer NAMM and Wampler's New Amp Jul 04, 2016

Brian and Blake recap Brian's adventures at Summer NAMM. Included are Brian's opportunity to jam with one of his guitar influences, and the new clean platform pedal friendly amp that Wampler introduced at the show. And Brian reads some of your reviews. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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116 - How do you build a customer base? Jun 20, 2016

Brian is fresh back from vacation, Blake has some new gear, and they offer advice on how to build your customer base when you are starting a new business.

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115 - How does clipping work in a multi gain stage circuit? Jun 13, 2016

It's Brian. It's Blake. So it has to be the Chasing Tone Podcast. Ever wonder how clipping works in a multiple gain stage setting? Brian has the science. And who is Leslie Wampler, and where has he been hiding?http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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114 - New Gear, NAMM, and Pedal Shaped Vape Pipes Jun 06, 2016

Strap in and get ready for a fun ride. Brian and Blake have a little bit of everything in this podcast. Why some music stores make more off of lessons than gear sales. Winter NAMM Vs Summer NAMM. And what is Brian's favorite Wampler Pedal? The answer will surprise you.

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113 - Is there room for more pedal builders? May 30, 2016

Blake and Brian talk about the pedal industry. Is there room for more? What does it take to be successful, and what does that success really look like? And, is the future of guitar gear going to be software driven? This and Brian's grilling prowess on this edition of Chasing Tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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112 - Is Guitar Music Dead? May 23, 2016

Brian and Blake are back at it, tackling the reality of the future of guitar music. Is it dead as we know it? Are there any guitar oriented artist still packing arenas? Is there an artist that might revive it? http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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111 - Does new equipment inspire you? May 16, 2016

Brian is fresh back from hanging out with Brad Paisley. Hear about the moment all gear builders covet. Blake has a pretty cool practice set up that works the in-ears without working the neighbors nerves. Gaming videos, Brian's driving range adventure much more packed into this weeks episode.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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110 - What is the best change you can make to your amp? May 09, 2016

Brian and Blake talk about some of the new gear and builders that have caught their attention. What wood gives your cabinet the best tone?And what is the best change you can make to your amp?http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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109 - Gear attitudes, Nashville Players and Wampler Amps? May 02, 2016

Blake Wyland of the ToneMob podcast joins Brian to discuss the three types of guitar players and their attitude towards gear.

Blake went to Nashville and got his hands on a Whitfill. What does the future hold for Wampler Pedals? Wampler Amps perhaps? And Brian has a great way to explain what guitar pedals do to the non guitarist.

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108 - How do you set up your pedal tone? Apr 25, 2016

Brian talks to Blake about the resurgence of rack effect units in the boutique market. And would you rather spend money on a great amp, or a fully loaded pedal board? You will find the guy's opinions interesting. Setting up your rig for the best tone, and Blake channels his inner Doctor DooLittle.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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107 - Which Bypass Switch is the Best? Apr 18, 2016

Brian is joined by Blake Wyland of the ToneMob Podcast. This week it is all about the Bypass Switch. Relay, true, buffered? Which one delivers.

And the do's and don'ts when approaching a company for an artist endorsement.

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106 - Is your home's wiring messing up your tone? Apr 11, 2016

Brian and Blake Wyland of the Tonemob podcast are back. This week they talk about the state of country music and if Sturgill Simpson could be key to bringing back the classic sound. Did you see Nick Jonas' guitar solo? The guys did, and they have something to say about it. All this and 6000 dollar cables on this weeks Chasing Tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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105 - Amp in a box" vs General Distortion Pedals Apr 04, 2016

Blake Wyland from Tone Mob returns to the podcast to talk with Brian about preconceived notions when selecting guitar gear, and the HUGE effect that speakers have on your guitar tone. We also explore the possibility of a Boss Pedals Podcast and how gain stages are like Legos.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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104 - Are "Mini Pedals" really advantageous? Mar 28, 2016

Brian is joined again by ToneMob's Blake Wyland. They discuss the how the industry has been forced to evolve. And designing by feel as opposed to the calculator. They also discuss whether those small micro sized surface mount components are better or worse than their bigger surface mount brothers.

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103 - Guitar Pedal Placement, and Kirk Hammet Pedal Discussion Mar 22, 2016

Brian chats with Blake Wyland of the ToneMob Podcast about Wah pedals, and Kirk Hammet. And Brian helps Blake discover SnapChat.

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102 - What guitar effects will there be in 50 years? Feb 12, 2016

Brian and Max Ponder the future of gear. And they tackle the hard choices when limited to four pedals. Which stomp boxes will make the cut?

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101 - Why True Bypass is Not Always Good Feb 05, 2016

Sometimes true bypass sucks. Brian and Max discuss why.

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Chasing Tone 100 - Winter NAMM 2016 Jan 28, 2016

Brian and Max are joined by Alex Clay for the 100th and final episode of Chasing Tone. They look back at Winter NAMM 2016.www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 99 - How do the various clipping circuits work? Jan 15, 2016

Brian and Max dive into the differences in clipping between overdrive, distortion and fuzz. Then Brian really breaks it down DIY style. 02:19 - Can't find an amp03:30 - The soft clipping circuit03:55 - The tuner - Can't we all just get along?04:45 - Back to the soft clipping circuit06:24 - The hard clipping circuit 08:36- The square clipping circuit12:25 - DIY stuff with Brian12:25 - OD Explained14:14 - Distortion explained16:10 - Fuzz explained20:08 - The Gear Vaulthttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 98 - Why do guitar amps sound better loud? Jan 08, 2016

Brian and Max are back from holiday break and ready to talk some acoustic science. Seriously, there is some physics in there. 00:49 - Too sexy for my jacket01:18 - Getting ready for NAMM02:24 - The Show Board - Pedal Porn06:35 - The Container07:02 - The Office Manager05:52- The Yoke is daisy chainable08:24 - This one is just right09:05 - What'd you get for Christmas?09:43 - Santa Josh10:00 - Why do guitar amps sound better loud?11:33 - The Fletcher-Munson Curve13:24 - Gear Vaulthttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 97 - How a Yoke Looper could help you manage your pedal board Dec 18, 2015

Brian and Max are joined by John Feasel of DC Pedal Boards. They take a look at the Yoke, talk musical influences and open up the Gear Vault. 00:50 - The Yoke by DC Pedal Boards01:17 - The origin of the idea02:42 - Setting up the Yoke02:55 - The Comparison04:12 - Programming the Yoke05:52- The Yoke is daisy chainable07:30 - The Yoke in action11:30 - Mustache Care and Grooming13:38 - Musical Influences14:05 - KMX and George Lynch16:57 - Break out the Ibanez RG-350, Bring the rock24:00 - Unique gear is more for you than your audience25:59 - The Force is strong with this one27:12 - The Gear Vaulthttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone After Hours Episode 3 Dec 14, 2015

Please send beer!!

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Chasing Tone 96 - Using different pick ups in the same guitar. Dec 11, 2015

Brian and Max compare the Tumnus and the DB+ when used as a boost pedal. Frank Falbo joins the guys and talks about using a variety of pick ups in one guitar. And, yes, the gear vault. 00:39 - Comparing the Tumnus and DB+ as boost pedals01:55 - The DB+02:32 - The Tumnus02:55 - The Comparison05:13 - All the different compressors06:08- All the different reverbs08:55 - Uncle Frank10:08 - Using a variety of types of pick ups in one guitar13:30 - The Gear Vaulthttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 95 - How to protect your gear in the winter Dec 04, 2015

Brian and Max compare a couple of Wampler pedals this go around. And winter is upon us, get tips on how to keep your gear show ready. 00:45 - Comparing the pre-gain channel on the Plexi-Drive and the Clarksdale03:05 - How they sound stacked07:50 - Protecting your gear in the winter10:15 - Revenge of the tornado11:46 - Warm up them tubes12:25- Eyore? Is that you?12:39 - Acoustic Care13:48 - The Gear Vaulthttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone After Hours. Episode 2 Nov 30, 2015

Brian and Max pop open a couple of craft beers and discuss gear and whatever else comes to mind in the second installment of the new laid back format.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 94 - What the fuzz??!! Nov 27, 2015

Brian and Max compare different fuzz pedals in this episode. "Turn it down!!" How to keep good tone at lower volumes. The pedal vault and what difference a buffer can make. 01:10 - Comparing Fuzz Pedals02:26 -The Big Muff03:00 - The Scarab05:29 - Fuzz Face06:32 - Max gets the guitar09:37- The Pedal Vault16:20 - Low Volume vs Good Tone18:44 - Using a Buffer in a True Bypass Signal Path19:00 - Pedal Porn22:05 - Using a Compressorhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 93- The Tumnus, 5150 and The Pedal Vault Nov 20, 2015

Brian and Max take a look at good ways to use the Tumnus by Wampler. Ever have an amp that just did not sound good with pedals? The guys look at different amp platforms and how they work with pedals. A look at the new EVH pedal AND an interesting entry in the pedal vault.01:00 - Roy's back02:11 - Using the Tumnus - Max's Technique04:35 - How Brian uses it07:46 -The Pedal Vault11:51 - Some Amps don't like pedals - Vox AC3014:32- The MRX EVH 515016:50 - Through a Deluxe Reverb18:57 - Through a Port City Pearlhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone:After Hours - Beers and Gear Nov 16, 2015

Brian and Max talk about gear they want over a couple of brewski's.

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Chasing Tone 92- Analog Vs Digital, The Pedal Vault and FX Loop Pros and Cons Nov 13, 2015

Brian and Max talk through the ones and zeroes of digital signals vs analog. And where is the best place to run time based pedals through your amp? The guys take a look. It's an all new segment, The Pedal Vault.00:34 - Time based pedals through the gain channel of the amp 00:46 - Tuner Opinions05:24 - Time based pedals through the FX loop of the amp07:10 - Where does Max like it???08:03 - Analog Vs. Digital - First, the digital08:53 - Digitech RP609:56 - Analog Signal10:45 - We've got big balls11:07 - How Analog and Digital work together12:28 - The Pedal Vault13:03 - Max Scatshttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 91- Hairstortion, How did we do it? And speakers, speakers, speakers. Nov 06, 2015

Brian and Max explain how they achieved the 80's tone in the infamous Hairstortion video. What difference can a speaker make to your sound? Listen as Max plays through several different cabinets.00:45 - The Hairstortion Video02:30 - What did we use for Hairstortion sound?02:45 - That time Brian broke his Strat03:32 - That Tone04:18 - The trick to the Hairstortion Pedal05:13 - Using different speakers07:53 - The ISO room09:10 - The WGS HM75 Speaker09:28 - The WGS Black and Blue Alnico Speaker09:50 - The WGS British Lead Speaker10:05 - The WGS Invader 50 Speaker10:22 - The WGS Green Beret Speakerhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 90 - EQ, Advice and first gear Oct 29, 2015

Brian and Max take a look at the difference an EQ pedal can make on your board. They also give advice if you are just starting out, and what was the guy's first quality piece of gear? They talk about it. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:41 How do I use EQ on a pedal board and why would I want to? 10:24 What advice would you give to a new guitar player just starting out?15:22 What was your first quality piece of gear?Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePo...http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingToneP...CategoryMusicLicenseStandard YouTube License

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Chasing Tone 89 - When, how and why to use a buffer, and Anthony's pick-ups are Zexy. Oct 09, 2015

Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. Anthony shows off his Zexcoil pickups and the science behind them. And then things get deep and it is all about buffers.01:20 - Anthony's Zexcoil Pick-ups03:50 - The 'science' behind them08:43 - Brian's new Strat08:53 - That time Brian broke his Strat 10:01 - When is a buffer necessary?14:26 - Built in buffers - The Redeemer15:19 - Anthony's buffer videos15:33 - Yoke 5 Loop Switcher16:53 - Pure tone Bufferhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 88 - Delay pedals and missing the mark chasing your guitar heroes sound. Oct 02, 2015

Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss the reason why all the right gear may not make you sound like your favorite guitarist. And delay pedals, the guys explore ways to use them in ways you may not of thought of before.01:22 - Why don't I sound like SRV?01:22 - Anthony's Tone04:45 - Brian's Tone05:58 - Max's Tone07:57 - Delay Pedal Settings08:40 - SRV's Texas Flood10:54 - Brian's delay settings13:30 - Modulation14:59 - Faux tape Echo eliminates modulation17:30 - Bending the neck19:05 - James Burton's delay technique21:00 - Max finally gets the guitar24:56 - Double speed delay trick (Albert Lee trick)http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 87 - Stacking Overdrives, Muting Strings and Don't Blow Up Your Amp Sep 25, 2015

Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss proper muting techniques to clean up your chops. And what about stacking overdrives? The how's, what's and what affect order can have on your tone. Ever wonder what is up with gain structure in OD pedals, will it damage your amp? The guys take a look at it.01:06 - Good muting techniques (Blues Rock)04:56 - Muting for rhythm playing07:07 - Brian's Muting Technique (Country)12:02 - Max's Muting Technique 13:25 - Stacking Over Drives21:18 - Volume - Can you have too much?http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 86 - Where would SRV be tonally today, and how do you hold your pick, and the affect it could have on your tone. Sep 18, 2015

Brian and Max are joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss Stevie Ray Vaughan and where he may have gone tonally, and the guys discuss their pick techniques.01:10 - What would SRV do if he was still with us?02:30 - Recording the In Step album04:00 - What about Hendrix?10:14 - Anthony holds his pick….wrong?13:14 - Brian hides his pick?15:21 - Max gets to the pointhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 85 - Getting a good clean tone that's best for dirt pedals Sep 14, 2015

Brian and Max are joined by Texas Blues Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss amp setup techniques.00:45 - How to set your amp to fill the venue and not kill the audience07:36 - How the sound of the amp changes depending on where you are in relation to it14:42 - Should you use an Amp Stand?17:27 - How to set a clean tone25:08 - Setting up a clean tone for use with overdrive/distortion pedalshttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.TexasBluesAlley.com (Anthony's site)

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Chasing Tone 84 - Stereo Rigs, Where do I put my drive pedal, and Tommy Boy Sep 07, 2015

Another great episode from the sauna that we call the Shred Shed. Brian and Max play through different setups for a stereo rig and discuss where to put your drive pedals for the best tone effect. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 83 - New Look, New Trio Pedal, and answers to your questions! Aug 31, 2015

It is a whole new format, relocated in a familiar place. Brian and Max take a look at the Digitech's new "band in a box" pedal, The Trio. They also tackle a couple of questions from a couple of tone chasers. Can you "help" a multi effect box? And how can an amp sound so good and not have tubes? http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 82 - Best of Chasing Tone III Aug 24, 2015

Chasing Tone 82 - Best of Chasing Tone IIIEnjoy some of the funnier moments from early episodes of the podcast. New podcasts are in the works. Stay Tuned.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:23 - Hipster Denial01:36 - Selling to Yoohoo? Yahoo? Chocola?02:50 - What's a ROFL?03:26 - Did You Just Say….?04:14 - Dirty Wha?08:14 - SQUIRELL!!!09:09 - The Debut of Roy Westonhousersmithton13:03 - Tell Us How You Really Feel15:02 - I Was The Weird Kid15:34 - File a Grievance Max16:28 - Brian's Head Explodes. INTERNS!!!17:34 - Gregg Allman. Not Dead. Not Canadian.18:13 - Breaker 1-9. Mrmphle Smum Timmel19:10 - Donuts and Pedals…C.O.D.20:38 - I Beat Cancer…What You Got?23:21 - Max's Phone Voice24:28 - Hair Envy25:57 - Brian's Sooo Amazing!Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 81 – Buffers, Mullets and Insulting Drummers, Ohm My Aug 17, 2015

Chasing Tone 81 – Buffers, Mullets and Insulting Drummers, Ohm MyIn this episode Frank, Brian and Max discuss Ohms, input impedance, and hairstyles of years gone by. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 01:20 - What Are Ohms?06:52 - Input Impedance In Pedals10:49 - Do You Need A Buffer At The Front And Back?12:30 - DB+15:13 - Mullet In The Wind16:06 - IC vs. Transistor Based Dirt Circuits 20:57 - Waiting, Brass Saddles, Frank And Angus Young’s Guitar26:50 - Does A Telecaster Cover All Bases30:00 - Drummers…We’re Sorry Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 80 – Delays and Using a Tube Amp Effectively Aug 10, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss using delays, types of delays, and stacking delays. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:40 - New Microphones02:26 - Chinese Clones/Mini Pedals05:08 - Failed Podcast07:02 - Delay in the Past07:46 - Age of Grunge08:46 - Green Day Dookie Mod10:18 - Delay in Praise and Worship11:36 - Types of Delay with Tone16:10 - Using Multiple Delays17:25 - Miku and B9 Pedals20:40 - Accidental Discoveries24:16 - Running Effects Through The Loop25:49 - Using Headphones With A Tube Amp27:45 - Checking Diodes28:30 - Do You Need A Buffer? Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 79 - Pickup Placement and a Fond Farewell Aug 03, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are again joined by Frank Falbo. They talk pickups and Travis says goodbye.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go tohttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel.00:25 - Travis’ Farewell Notice03:15 - Finding the Right Pickup04:29 - JB and Fishman Pickups07:02 - Pickup Consistency09:20 - Vintage Mint Amps11:52 - Whats the Problem? Pickups or Guitar?13:40 - Fishman Fluence Pickups14:30 - The Ear For Tone16:06 - John Henry and Bears and Snakes 19:26 - Pickup Placement24:36 - Optimizing Pickups With Certain Guitars29:10 - Travis’ Guitar30:34 - Travis’ Final Goodbye

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Chasing Tone 78 – Amps, Mods and How Not to Look Like a Fool Jul 27, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are again joined by Frank Falbo. They discuss how to prepare to jam with other players, best Fender amps, and modding your gear.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 01:32 - Hashtags02:11 - Not Looking A Fool at Jams05:36 - Faking It08:23 - Hot Rod Deluxe vs. Blues Deluxe vs. Twin Reverb10:20 - Hot Rod Deluxe Mods and Durability13:07 - Modding for Personalization15:57 - Playing With Mods18:12 - Replacing Resistors20:02 - Using Headphones With a Tube AmpFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePo...http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingToneP...

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Chasing Tone 77 - Recording your rig at home and magnet and pickup preferences. Jul 20, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are joined by Frank Falbo of Falbo designs to discuss home recording, and their favorite pickups and magnets. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:27 - Travis finished his amp03:01 - Lav Mics are gone!04:15 - Recording Guitar in a home studio08:40 - Celebrity guitarists pimping guitars they dont play15:56 - Pickups and Magnets29:05 - Travis got a haircut31:15 - Goonies! Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 75 - Chinese Clones, Delays, Effects in a loop and do you need a buffer? Jul 06, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss using delays, types of delays, and stacking delays. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:40 - New Microphones02:26 - Chinese Clones/Mini Pedals05:08 - Failed Podcast07:02 - Delay in the Past07:46 - Age of Grunge08:46 - Green Day Dookie Mod10:18 - Delay in Praise and Worship11:36 - Types of Delay with Tone16:10 - Using Multiple Delays17:25 - Miku and B9 Pedals20:40 - Accidental Discoveries24:16 - Running Effects Through The Loop25:49 - Using Headphones With A Tube Amp27:45 - Checking Diodes28:30 - Do You Need A Buffer? Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 74 - Novelty Pedals, Why We Moved, and Taylor Swift is Angry at Apple Jun 29, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss picking guitars based on tone or looks, novelty pedals and why Taylor Swift will have a new hit song about her breakup with Apple. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:35 - Max's Disaster Gig6:18 - Korg's Miku Pedal7:48 - Song Intros9:05 - Recording Solos12:00 - Brian Instagrams12:55 - Oh yeah, We were talking about the Miku14:10 - Why Wampler moved our HQ18:50 - Guitar - Tone vs Looks22:48 - Paul Gilbert and the Mr Big Solo36:40 - Relic Guitars28:35 - Guitar Hero31:17 - Taylor Swift vs Apple Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone Podcast 73 - Heads Vs Combos, Changing Speakers and Drivers Ed Jun 25, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss Combo Amps vs Head and Cab setups, Changing Speakers, and Max's settings when stacking Tube Screamers http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:39 - Combo Amps vs Head and Cab Setups4:20 - Changing Speakers10:54 - Using an overdrive pedal as an attenuator14:25 - Drivers Ed17:27 - Resonance Controls23:15 - Max's settings on stacked Tube ScreamersFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 72 – Guitar Mods, And Our Favorite Rigs Jun 22, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss GearFest, Guitar Mods, and our dream artists rigs.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:20 – New Mics1:30 – Letters From Roy3:10 – Pedal In A Bag4:40 – GearFest5:40 – Morgan Amps9:35 – Max’s Voyeurism 13:00 – Guitar Mods18:10 – If You Could Play Anyone’s Rig…23:40 – An Effect You Will Never Buy27:20 – Pedal Building Equipment Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 71 – Swapping Rigs Jun 18, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian play each other rigs and analyze the differences in each others tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Featured links: http://www.lollarguitars.com/ http://www.pedaltrain.com/volto-1 http://www.exclusiveamps.com/ http://lavacable.com/index.php?id=252:00 – Max’s rig3:55 – Max’s Torso5:25 – Travis’ rig11:10 – Brian’s rig12:25 – Pre-Delay13:45 – Hot Rod Deluxe 16:50 – Travis Plays Brian’s Rig17:35 – Max Plays Brian’s Rig19:50 – Brian Plays Travis’ Rig20:50 – Max Plays Travis’ Rig22:00 – Travis Plays Max’s Rig23:00 – Cracker Barrel 25:45 – Brian Plays Max’s RigFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 70 - The Gearfest Edition Jun 15, 2015

Travis, Max and Brian hang out with the guys from JHS Pedals after day one of Sweetwater's GearFest '15.

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Chasing Tone 69 – Tube Amp Myths And Pickup Placement Jun 11, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the myths associated with tube amps, the science of pickup placement, and the stinky kid.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Featured links: http://www.groshguitars.com http://www.suhr.com http://www.reverb.com0:50 – Travis’ Spreadsheet2:30 – Tube Amp Myths5:15 – Should You Use The Most Expensive Parts?9:00 – Breadboards Vs. Layouts14:15 – Handwired Vs. PCB16:10 – Wampler Amp21:10 – Pickup Placement26:15 – Stinky KidFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 68 – The Current State Of The Music Industry Jun 08, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the current state of the music industry, changing the hardware on your guitar, and letters from Roy.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Letters from Roy3:45 – Text Shortcuts7:00 – Catchin’ Slack 7:45 – Changing Guitar Hardware11:00 – Fano Guitars15:10 – Current State Of The Music Industry26:15 – Jake OwenFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 67 – What Makes A Boutique Guitar So Great? Jun 04, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the advantages of a boutique guitar, tips for recording, and dirt channels. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 4:35 – Boutique Guitars Vs. Mass Manufactured Guitars 11:30 – Comon 12:30 – Studio Tips 19:25 – Travis’ Invite 22:55 – Where To Play A Wampler 26:30 – Craptacular Dirt Channels Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.com http://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals http://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcast http://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 66 – Solid State Profilers VS. Analog Amps And Pedals Jun 01, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the pros and cons of profiling amps such as the AxeFx, how Brian tests pedal designs, and pedals that sound great with an AC15.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:40 – We Found Santa3:30 – Modelers or Separate Amps And Boxes?7:20 – Crush The Button13:35 – How Pedals Are Tested 16:20 – Pedals for an AC15 19:40 – Mark Sampson Era Matchless24:20 – MTV Era28:25 – The Johnny Hiland Bad Dog ODFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 65 – Our Current Rigs May 28, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with their guitars and talk about their current gear setups, and how picking attack affects tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:00 – Brian’s Complete Signal Chain5:10 – Travis’ Complete Signal Chain8:10 – Max’s Complete Signal Chain14:30 – How Pick Attack Affects Tone18:35 – Brian’s Clean Tone19:30 – Travis’ Clean Tone20:00 – Max’s Clean Tone20:30 - TC Toneprint24:00 – Jam in “E”Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 64 – Is Clean Tone Dated, And Frustrating Circuits May 25, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the current state of clean tones, Max’s favorite brews, and Brian’s most frustrating circuit.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:30 – Brain Flash4:10 – Is Clean Tone Dated?9:30 – Max’s Favorite Microbrews12:45 – Ampeg In A Box 15:45 – Brian’s Most Frustrating Circuit 19:50 – Amp Pedal21:50 – Max’s Album23:30 – Travis’ Most Frustrating Tour Moments27:10 - Our Favorite Stacking Options Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 63 – How To Set EQ In Your Signal Chain May 21, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss how to adjust your EQ throughout your entire signal chain, recording on a budget, and pedals for rhythm guitar.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – TC Electronics Wizardry5:40 – Pedals For Lead and/or Rhythm Guitar11:30 – Where To EQ Your Tone In Your Signal Chain16:30 – Recording On A Budget 25:00 – Free The Beagle – Max’s Knives Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 62 – Controversial Pedal Names And Favorite Strings May 18, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss controversial pedal names, alternate tunings, our favorite strings, and Max’s record.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:45 – Controversial Pedal Names11:25 – a/s/l15:25 – Max’s Record17:25 - Alternate Tunings 22:00 – Everything Strings28:30 – Proud Papa31:00 – Don’t Worry About It Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 61 – Handmade Pickups, And Brian’s Favorite Pedal May 14, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss handmade pickups, Brian’s Pride and Joy, and the Indianapolis Guitar Show.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Indianapolis Guitar Show3:15 – Danelectro Chicken Salad6:40 – ’58 Telecaster9:55 – What Pedal Are You Most Proud Of? 14:10 – Hand Made Pickups Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 60 – Where To Put Your Money – Guitar, Amp, or Pedals? May 11, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their views on where you should invest your money on a limited budget, whether drummers are musicians, and the 2015 version of Van Halen.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 4:25 – Good Guitar Or Good Amp10:00 – Home Repair Tips 10:50 – Mic Placement11:30 – Are Drummers Musicians? 15:00 – Van Halen or Van Hagar?18:20 – EQ Settings With The Band21:30 – Drunken RacingFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 59 – Digital Vs. Analog Clipping, Hard Clipping Vs. Soft Clipping May 07, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the ins and outs of clipping – both digital and analog. Brian also gives the low down on compression and buffering.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:00 – Amp Shows3:50 – Digital Clipping Vs. Analog Clipping 5:45 – Hard Clipping Vs. Soft Clipping6:40 – Diming Gain On OD Pedals 10:30 – Tone Suck12:45 – Latitude Standard16:20 – Ronnie Milsap19:50 – Compression 22:30 – Buffers Unbaffled Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 58 – Extension Cabinets And Our Favorite Guitarists May 04, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss Extension cabs, the Wampler bass pedal, bass player jokes, and our favorite guitarists.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:10 – Off-A-Cough2:30 – Sofa-King 3:15 – Extension Speaker Cabs6:55 – Speaker Cabs As Monitors 7:45 – Joe Bonamassa 11:40 – Bass Player Jokes13:50 – Max’s Shout-out16:00 – New Wampler Bass Pedal 16:50 – Favourite Guitarists25:10 – Breakin’Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 57 – The Truth Of Tubes In Pedals, And Guitar Electronics Apr 29, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down Frank Falbo of Falbo Guitars and discuss tubes in pedals, the ins and outs of guitar electronics, and Max’s airplane skills.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:20 – Tubes In Pedals4:25 – Totes MaGoats 5:00 – Tube Shortage10:30 – Max’s Bedazzled Crybaby 11:05 – Guitar Pots And Pickups 17:40 – Alligator Clips19:10 – Pickup Variety21:35 – The Redeemer 23:40 – Red Dead Redemption26:40 – Chasing Tone Tour28:40 – Max’s StruggleFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 56 – Setting Guitar Tones For Home, Studio, and Stage Apr 27, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down Frank Falbo of Falbo Guitars and discuss the difference between Live, Studio, and Home tones, and Latency.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Live/Studio/Home Tones7:40 – Air Movement 10:45 – Port City Cabs11:50 – Cabinet Simulators 12:20 – Marshall Class 5 14:15 – Wireless Systems16:50 – Latency 23:00 – Small World24:50 – Max’s VoiceFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 55 – How To Analyze Your Own Tone Apr 23, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down Frank Falbo of Falbo Guitars. Frank is also the inventor of the Seymour Duncan P-Rails, and Fishman Fluence pickups.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:45 – Falbo Guitars3:25 – Innovative Acoustic Design 7:35 – Seymour Duncan Pedals8:30 – P-Rails 8:50 – Fishman Fluence 19:50 – Part Tolerance And Sorting23:50 – Chinese Pedals 24:25 – Clarksdale Design27:10 – Falbo Hollowbody ElectricFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 54 – How To Analyze Your Own Tone Apr 20, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Wampler engineer, Jake Steffes to discuss why some fuzzes clean up better than others, how to analyze your own tone, and guitar capacitors.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:45 – Fancy Socks3:00 – Why Do Some Fuzzes Clean Up? 7:00 – WGS Speakers9:00 – What is Travis’ Actual Job 10:50 – How To Analyze Your Own Tone16:35 – Siri Problems22:00 – Guitar Caps 28:20 – First Guitar, First Amp, First PedalFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 53 – How To Get Started In Electronics Apr 16, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Wampler engineer, Jake Steffes to discuss how they got started learning electronics, capacitor types, and breadboard basics.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:40 – Why 9 Volts?13:20 – How To Get Started On Original Designs 15:30 – Flip Flops17:20 – Breadboard Basics 19:30 – Suhr Badger 3024:35 – Capacitor Types (film, ceramic, etc…)32:05 – Unicorn TypoFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 52 – How Buffers Give Better Guitar Tone Apr 13, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Wampler engineer, Jake Steffes to discuss the in’s and out’s of Buffers.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Imaginary Numbers3:30 – Nerdcast 4:45 – Roy Westenhousersmithton4:50 – Buffers 9:00 – Gold Plating15:00 – Travis’ New Diet19:45 – More BuffersFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 51 – What’s On Our Boards Apr 09, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what we currently have on our boards, offset guitars, and our favorite pedalboards.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:00 – Brian Got A New Pedal5:00 – Offset Guitars9:00 – Compressor/Guitar Volume 12:30 – Power Supplies19:25 – Favorite Pedal Board Company22:45 – Wireless Units24:30 – What’s On Your Pedalboards?Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 50 – How Brian Starts A Design And New Pedal Day Apr 06, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what goes in to Brian’s design process, Max and Travis’ new pedals, and bear survival tips.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:40 – Intro Music Tone3:40 – Peavey9:00 – 50Th Episode 11:20 – Max Running12:15 – Trem Springs16:15 – New Pedal Day19:55 – Who?!?21:25 – How Brian Starts A New Design24:15 – Bear BaitFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 49 - The Best of Chasing Tone Podcast Vol 2 Apr 02, 2015

Funny out takes with Travis, Brian and Max.0:32 - Redneck Jedi1:41 - Brian Needs A New Watch2:33 - Struggle Snuggle Pt II6:13 - Brian's Mom is a Tone Chaser8:55 - Hashbrown Huh?9:48 - Dad Always Liked You Best10:45 - NERDS!! And Repeater Guy12:08 - Dad Still Likes Me Best13:17 - Max Got Married14:47 - Hashbrown Old18:35 - Big Head Travis19:45 - Boots, Selling Out, and Daddy Issues20:51 - Don't Void Your Warranty23:39 - Dude Looks Like a Lady25:14 - So There I WasFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 48 - Best of Chasing Tone Vol One Mar 30, 2015

Some of the funnier moments with Travis, Brian and Max from some of the earlier epiditions of The Chasing Tone Podcasts:32 - A Vintage Grudge1:49 - Brian's Licks2:25 - How Travis Lost His Job2:51 - You Should Do A Univibe3:38 - Brian's Old Amp3:59 - Playing Electric Guitar in Amish Country4:35 - Don't Let Travis Talk5:24 - MaxHad An Amp Too6:01 - Country…Blues With A Twang7:01 - Bubbly Gas and Clogged Toilets10:58 - Max vs Monkey Bars11:39 - The Max-O-Drive??14:17 - Lost in His Hair15:35 - Max's Identity Crisis16:19 - Name Your Children Well16:53 - "You're Doughy…"17:35 - "You're Doughy Pt. II"18:46 - What's Wrong With MMA?19:51 - Shoot Em Max!20:23 - Get To The Point21:05 - On the Road With Derek Williams23:38 - Max Is Not A Fan24:27 - Brian's "Happy"25:02 - Wampler Pedals - Now Hyperglobin Free25:45 - Max vs Furious Pete27:27 - Max Sounds Bald?

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Chasing Tone 47 – Backstage Passes, and Max’s New Guitar Mar 26, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what goes on back stage when visiting famous artists, Max’s new Guitar, and picks.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Max’s Locker Guitar5:40 – Tone Ranger Effects7:00 – Pick Bag 12:50 – Vince Gill Meeting17:35 – Meet And Greets26:15 – RIP Mike PorcaroFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 46 – Caroline Guitar Company’s Philippe Herndon Mar 23, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and sit down with Caroline Guitar Company’s Philippe Herndon and discuss the Kilobyte, Pedal Prom, NAMM, and HiFi.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:35 – The Eureka Moment Behind The Kilobyte7:25 – Data Sheets9:35 – Open Mic And Karaoke 12:05 – Slapback 14:25 – Pedal Prom18:05 – NAMM28:20 – HiFi 33:15 – On/OffFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 45 – How To Have An Ear For Tone, and What is “Tone-Suck”? Mar 19, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss, what tone-suck is, how to have an ear for tone, and Max’s “hipster tendencies”.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:20 – Pedal Design Envy?7:30 – Mojo Machine9:30 – How To Have An Experienced Ear11:10 – Travis’ Tone Tube 13:50 – If It Looks Like A Hipster…15:40 – Gear Related Podcasts24:05 – What Is “Tone Suck”?27:40 – Korg G4Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 44 – Gear Talk’s Lance Seymour Mar 16, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with the man behind Gear Talk, Lance Seymour.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:25 – Brian Goes Vegan3:00 – The Inception Of GearTalk9:10 – Social Media’s Effect On Boutique Gear9:20 – Jackson Ampworks 16:25 – Bondi Effects19:50 – Women And Gear28:05 – Genre Specific Gear29:30 – ProTone Dead Horse31:20 – Peavey Debacle 35:10 – Travis Had To Smack Brent Mason37:50 – YouTube And GearFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 43 – Handmade Vs. Hand Assembled Guitars and Wah Talk Mar 12, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss how to get consistent tones with multiple guitars, the science behind wah pedals, and the differences between hand wound vs. machine wound pickups, and handmade vs. hand assembled guitars.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:30 – Consistent Sound With Multiple Guitars6:00 –Wah Pedal Tech Talk13:25 – The Gin And Tonic Scale 16:00 – Hand Wound vs. Machine Wound Pickups23:30 – Handmade vs. Hand Assembled GuitarsFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 42 – Analog Vs. Digital And Popularity Of Guitar Mar 09, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the topic of Analog VS Digital amps. Will tube amps go extinct? Max also explains B’s And G’s.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Will Tube Amps Go Extinct?2:00 – Is Guitar Dying?5:40 – Is Digital Taking Over Analog 12:40 – Max Explains B’s & G’s15:25 – Pick Up Boosters For Stratocasters 20:45 – Boss Blues Driver26:15 – Max’s Shout Out22:00 – RedwitchFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 41 – Amp In A Box Pedals And Cab Sims Mar 05, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss amp in a box pedals, cab sims, getting fuzz to cut through a mix, and Max’s lost car.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:00 – Hoosiers3:45 – Running Out Of Ideas?8:10 – Max’s Lost Car 9:10 – One Brand Forever12:50 – Amp In A Box Into PA – Cab Sims16:05 – Carl Veryehen 18:20 – Country Players Playing Blues21:20 – Getting Fuzz To Cut Through A Mix22:00 – RedwitchFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 40 – Boosting An Overdriven Amp, Speaker Positioning Mar 02, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss where they prefer their speaker placement on stage, amp stands, boosting overdriven amps, and Max and Travis’ new band.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:25 – Speaker Positioning On Stage – Amp Stand Or Stage10:15 – Guitar Through The Monitors14:40 – In Ear Monitors 18:10 – Max’s PA Head19:40 – Boosting An Overdriven Amp21:00 – Brian’s Nerd Talk30:00 – Max And Travis’ Band NameFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 39 – Modifying A Circuit, And Boost Pedal Placement Feb 26, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss where to run a boost pedal, how Brian goes about modifying a circuit, and some of their favorite new pedals.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:42 – Rockett Archer2:15 – SLOstortion4:15 – Soul Food Tech Talk 10:30 – Boost Vs. Attenuation 15:20 – Travis goes Buffered Bypass17:25 – Boost Before or After Dirt23:15 – EarthQuaker Hoof ReaperFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 38 – Tips For Making Your Rig Sound Better Feb 23, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss things you can do to make your rig sound better, the Boutique Pick craze, and the Wampler Go Kart outing.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:40 – Tips For Making Your Rig Sound Better7:00 – Divided By 1312:00 – Max’s Heckle 13:40 – Boutique Picks15:15 – Wampler Go Kart Adventure22:10 – Vistal CapsFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 37 – Brad Paisley’s Rig, And Playing Like Your Heroes Feb 19, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the ins and outs of Brad Paisley’s rig, the pros and cons of playing like your heroes, and How to deal with a loud stage-mate. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:30 – Pros And Cons Of Playing Like Heroes9:20 – Max’s Bucket List10:05 – How To Deal With Loud Stage-mate10:50 – Brad Paisley’s Rig18:30 – Wampler Custom Shop20:30 – Solder TipsFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 36 – Which is Better: Nice Amp or Nice Pedals? Feb 16, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss if you should put your money on an amp or pedals, FX loop instruction, and PRS Guitars. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:46 – Max’s Radio/Phone Voice2:30 – Putting Your Money On Amps Or Pedals5:50 – Hot Rod DeVille ML 2128:05 – Phil Jones Bass AG-10010:00 – FX Loop Instruction13:00 – Using Your Ears Not Your Wallet14:25 – Paul Reed Smith’s Guitar Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 35 – Amp-In-A-Box Pedals, and Guitar Maintenance Feb 12, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss Amp-In-A-Box pedals, Guitar Maintenance, and Blackface Tones.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:25 – Humidity vs. Guitar Necks3:35 – Max Plays The Cancer Card8:40 – Travis Cons Max9:20 – Don Grosh Guitars13:10 – Dumble Lives!14:20 – Amp In A Box Pedals18:00 – Blackface Tone Stacks21:30 – Max’s Christopher WalkenFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 34 – How Volume Affects Guitar Tone, Best Recorded Plexi Tone Feb 09, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their favorite Plexi tones, tube vs. solid state amps in Metal music, and the effects of mismatching impedance.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:20 – Favorite Recorded Plexi Tone3:40 – Metal Tones – Solid State vs. Tube5:35 – Eddie Van Halen’s Beat It Solo10:20 – Wampler – rhymes with Sampler13:00 – Everybody Hates Travis13:35 – What Effect Does Volume Make On Tone?16:50 – Mismatching Impedance With SpeakersFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 33 – “Pedal Friendly” Amps and The Perfect Guitar Feb 02, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss why players may, or may not, want a Blend Knob on a compressor. The also discuss their opinions on what makes a great “Pedal Friendly” amplifier.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:07 – What Makes An Amp Pedal Friendly6:10 – Travis’ New Amp8:40 – Flat Response Amps Port City Pearl9:20 – Dr. Z10:00 – Princeton Reverb11:00 – DC Jacks13:10 – Resistor Color Codes and Color Blindness20:15 – Brian’s Picking Attack22:30 – Drug Guitar25:37– The Perfect GuitarFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 32 – OD vs. Low Gain Distortion, Gear Disaster Plans, and Feedback Loops Jan 26, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the difference between Overdrive vs Low Gain Distortion, Feedback Loops, and Gear Disaster Plans.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:00 – #GoshNAMMit3:20 – Corning Cars 9:40 – Overdrive vs. Low Gain Distortion12:55 – #GeneralLee17:00 – Kaboom19:25 – Feedback Loops23:00 – Strymon Timeline and Neo Mini-Vent26:25 – Gear Disaster Plan28:30 – Diago Little Smasher 29:35 – Max Saves The DayFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone - 31.2 NAMM Edition Jan 26, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their opinions of the 2015 NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone - 31.1 NAMM Edition Jan 23, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down after Day Two of The NAMM Show and discuss people watching, their favorite new gear, and their favorite NAMM moment thus far.Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 31 – Audience's Perception Of Tone, And Tone-Words Jan 19, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss whether the audience can hear tonal differences, words guitarists use to describe tone, and Travis starts a rumor.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:25 – Family Matters3:15 – Player vs. Audience Tone Interpretation 6:20 – Now Hiring Video Intern8:10 – Wooten’s Law10:40 – Travis Starts A Rumor14:20 – eBay Fail16:40 – Product Placement19:45 – The Princess Bride23:15 – Guitarists Tone-words 30:15 – Crambone - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FyJyurljoM30:25 – Bonamassa Pickups Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 30 – Original Circuits, The Wah-mpler, And Using One Pedal Per Genre Jan 12, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss why more builders don’t showcase original circuits, which one pedal they prefer in each music genre, the Wah-mpler, and Interns.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:25 – Interns2:55 – Outside The Box 5:50 – Building Blocks (Tech Talk)9:50 – Wah-mpler14:30 – Email Of The Week19:20 – One Pedal For Each Genre 29:40 – Barber Direct Drive30:15 – ProCo Rat37:30 – Bad Tattoo Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 29 – Solid State Vs. Tube Technology, Endorsement Deals – What Companies Look For Jan 05, 2015

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss why Solid State technology sounds great in pedals, but not ideal in amplifiers. Other discussions include how to land that Endorsement Deal and how Record Deals work.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:35 – Max’s Answers To The Universe3:40 – Solid State Technology In Amps Vs. Pedals 4:30 – Tech Talk 5:50 – JFets, Mosfets, and 12AX7s9:35 – Travis’ Blues Junior14:10 – Puppy Cuddles And Starlight17:10 – Amp Shows 24:00 – Endorsement Deals26:00– How To Land A Record Deal29:30 – How To Land An Endorsement Deal31:30 – Blem Season35:40 – Don Grosh Guitars Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 28 – Research and Development, and Guitar Neck Action, Profile, and Radius Dec 29, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the effect the guitar’s radius, profile, and action have on the overall tone. We also discuss the Research and Developing process when designing a pedal.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Brian’s Dirty Santa Gift5:00 – Guitar Action 10:40 – Neck Radius 14:00 – Neck Profile 18:35 – Max On The Wagon19:45 – You Ruined Christmas!!!21:00 – Brian’s Fires 22:25 – Brian’s Gifts To Max and Travis23:30– Shout Outs And T-Shirts27:20 – Max Gets A Pedal Before Travis28:50 – How We R&D A Pedal34:10 – Golden Tee Addiction Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 27 – Stacking Pedals, 18v, and Brian Sounds Off Dec 22, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss stacking pedals, running overdrives at 18 volts, repetitive stress injuries, and Brian lets us know how he really feels.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:25 – The Intro Song3:15 – ROFL6:30 – Sibilance7:30 – Inexpensive Acoustic 10:00 – Lotus Pedals11:45 – Kerry King Crashes My Gig16:30 – Stacking Pedals 23:15 – Running Overdrives At 18v26:30 – Repetitive Stress Injuries32:00 – Customer Service36:00 – Brian Sounds Off!!!! Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 26 – Solving Noisy Power Issues, and Pedal and Amp Combinations Dec 15, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss how different power possibilities effect noise in your rig, how pedals react with different amps, and how picking attack effects your tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:35 – Max’s Beer/Food Pairings4:40 – Blackface Fender 6:10 – Different Pedals With Different Amps8:55 – Two-Rock Studio 2210:25 – Hard Attack14:55 – Digital Power Draw21:20 – Isolated Power Supply 23:55 – Same Gear, Different Noise, Different Place Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 25 – Preamps, FX Loops, and How We Name A Pedal Dec 08, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss Preamps, how to use an FX Loop, what goes into naming a pedal, and the meeting between Wampler and Bogner.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:35 – Travis Eats Crow – Alnico Speakers3:45 – Wampler Meets Bogner 6:30 – Naming A Pedal11:00 – What Comes First, Dirt Or Delay12:30 – FX Loops And Preamps21:10 – Sallie Mae23:30 – Brian The Germaphobe 25:10 – Bright Switch and Fizziness 31:30 – Travis’ Dream AmpFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 24 – More Tips On Getting Great Tones From Your Existing Pedals Dec 01, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss how to get the most out of your existing pedals, Max’s DS-1 mod, Artist’s involvement in signature pedals, and a few tech tips.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:00 – Getting The Most Out Of Your Pedals3:40 – Max’s DS-1 Mod 7:30 – LDR’s Explained11:50 – AC vs. DC18:05 – Wireless Systems25:00 – How To Use A Distortion +29:55 – Artist’s Involvement in Signature Pedals37:00 – Max’s Driving SkillsFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 23 – Using Pedals As Tone Shapers Nov 24, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss ways to prepare for an unknown backline situation using pedals at the end of the chain as tone shapers. They also discuss common ways Tone Shapers are misused, Max’s wedding photos, and Brian’s brush with Rednecks.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Using Pedals as Tone Shapers6:30 – Brian Explains Potentiometers 11:25 – Riding Guitar Volume With Dirt12:20 – Max Got Married!15:45 – New Version 225:15 – Misusing Tone Shapers22:10 – Isolated Power Supply30::55 – Redneck-ery32:20 – Line Dancing CultFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 22 – How To Improve Your Pedalboard Nov 17, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss ways to improve your pedalboard, the difference between Boost and Overdrive, and Travis’ guitar lesson barter system.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:10 – How To Improve Your Pedalboard4:05 – “You Need a Buffer”5:25 – O-Rings14:10 – Overdrive or Boost?17:05 – Gain vs. Volume19:05 – Scooter Trouble22:10 – Isolated Power Supply25:00 – Travis’ Free T-shirt27:00 – Velcro Tip32:30 – “Tip” TipFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 21 – Is Love For Vintage Gear Holding Back Technology? Nov 10, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the topic - Is our love for Vintage gear holding back advancements in Modern technology? …. and Max answers your questions.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:30 – “Tone Curtain” explained3:45 – Max Answers Your Questions4:45 – Is Vintage Love Holding Back Technology?10:10 – Axe-FX and Solid State13:00 – Lovepedal Love22:25 – AmpliTube Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www.Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast

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Chasing Tone 20 – The European Gear Market, and Active EQ Explained feat. Jason Wilding. Nov 03, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Jason, (Head of Wampler Pedals International and Wampler Social Media mogul) and discuss language differences, current market trends overseas, the Scandinavian metal movement, and other general nonsense.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:15 – What’s trending in Europe8:00 – Metal Movement12:42 – On Stage Knob Tweaking22:30 – Active EQ ExplainedFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 19 – Top 10 Blues Jam Rules. Oct 27, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the Top 10 things not to do at a blues jam.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 5:45 – 10. Bring Your Own Guitar 8:13 – 9. Do Not Bring Your Own Amp10:50 – 8. Do Not Use Your Stage Name.12:20 – 7. It’s Not Your Gig.15:40 – 6. No Fedora, Sunglasses, or Bowling Shirts.18:38 – 5. No Original Material23:10 – 4. Play Chords29:55 – 3. No Freebird34:20 – 2. TUNE!35:30 – 1. Don’t Play HarmonicaFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 18 – Is the term “Boutique” over-used? Oct 20, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their views on the term “boutique”, the transition from boutique builder to high-end manufacturer, and a Tap Tempo Tip. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 4:25 – Is the term “Boutique” Over used?6:25 – Wamplerville15:15 – Boutique Guitars18:00 – Transition from Boutique to High-end19:25 – Tap Tempo Tip20:35 – L7Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 17 – Building Clones For Personal Use Oct 13, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their views on building clones for personal use, terms used in marketing, and Max’s cake competition.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Ethics of Cloning for Personal Use4:50 – Mosfet, Jfet, Marketing9:05 – Selling Clones for a profit19:00 – Helping DIY’ers24:30 – New Pedal Teaser30:00 – Max’s Debut CDFind us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Instagram.com/WamplerPedals

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Chasing Tone 16 - Amps Under $1000, and Breaking in a Speaker Oct 06, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their favorite amps under $1000, their best concert experience, and Max's view on Country Music 3:35 – Amps under a grand6:30 – Max’s view on Country Music11:03 – Best Guitar Related Concert 15:50 – The Brad Paisley Experience 25:25 – Back to Amps under a grand29:30 – Breaking in a speaker

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Chasing Tone 15 - Derek Williams of the Jake Owen Band Talks Touring Sep 29, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Jake Owen guitarist Derek Williams to discuss:1:25 – Average day on the road for a touring musician5:40 – Workday of a Wampler employee12:15 – Is playing to 20k people what you thought it would be?15:05 – How to get the gig18:50 – Kidney Thieves22:30 – Gear used for the Jake Owen tour

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Chasing Tone 14 - The Effect of Dishonesty in the Boutique Pedal Industry Sep 22, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian talk about a recent dishonest event in the boutique guitar effects industry, and the effect it has had on both customers and other builders.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 13 - Is it Worth it? - Wampler Pedals Sep 15, 2014

In this week's episode, we sit down and discuss some of the odd things in our gig bags. We also discuss some of the differences in Gibson and Epiphone guitars and our thoughts on the price difference.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 12 - Upgrading Your Tone on a Budget - Wampler Pedals Sep 08, 2014

On this week's episode, Brian, Max and Travis talk about some of the upgrades they would make to their gear in order to upgrade their tone. The trick is that they only have $300 to use. They also give their thoughts on true bypass loopers and analog multi-effects pedals.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 11 - Ethics of Clones and Low Wattage Tones - Wampler Pedals Sep 01, 2014

On this week's episode Travis, Max, and Brian talk about some of the low wattage amps that they have experience with and share their thoughts about them. They also talk about the ethics involved with pedal clones and improvements on existing circuits.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 10 - Your Questions Answered - Wampler Pedals Aug 25, 2014

On this week's episode Brian and Travis are joined by Max via phone to answer some of the questions that you guys write us! If you have any questions, write to podcast@wamplerpedals.com and if we use your question, we will send you a free shirt!

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Chasing Tone Ep. 9 - How To Be A Jerk Guitar Player - Wampler Pedals Aug 18, 2014

On this week's episode Brian, Max, and Travis sit down and talk about some of the bad habits that guitar players have that makes them hard to get along with. Credit to Texas Blues Alley on youtube for the idea. You can check out the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ECgsfBzO6w

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Chasing Tone Ep. 8 - First Influences In Tone- Wampler Pedals Aug 11, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian talk about some of the songs that got them into playing guitar and chasing tone.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 7 - PSUs and Beginner Pedals - Wampler Pedal Aug 04, 2014

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian talk about PSUs and make a new announcement. They also talk about some various beginner pedals.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 6 - Desert Island Pedals - Wampler Pedals Jul 28, 2014

In this week's episode - Brian, Max, and Travis talk about what guitar, amp, and pedals they would bring to a desert island. Also mentioned are EQ pedals and Travis the college kid.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 5 - Amps and Random Things - Wampler Pedals Jul 21, 2014

In this episode, Brian, Max, and Travis talk about their first amps and get sidetracked along the way.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 4 - Vintage Gear - Wampler Pedals Jul 14, 2014

On this week's chasing tone, Brian, Max, and Travis talk about all of their favorite vintage gear and if it really lives up to the hype. They also tease a new pedal.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 3 - True Bypass vs Buffered Bypass - Wampler Pedals Jul 07, 2014

This week on Chasing Tone, Travis, Max, and Brian talk about true bypass versus buffers/buffered bypass and other shenanigans.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 2 - Pedal Order and Effects Loops - Wampler Pedals Jun 30, 2014

This week - Travis and Max of Wampler Pedals sit down Brian and talk about the order of your pedals that they recommend. They also talk about running them through effects loops as opposed to running them through the front of you amp.

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Chasing Tone Ep. 1 - Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz - Wampler Pedals Jun 20, 2014

This week - Travis and Max of Wampler Pedals sit down with the man himself, Brian Wampler – President of Wampler Pedals, to discuss the differences between Distortion, Drive, and Fuzz pedals.

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