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

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136 - Where is Music Headed? Nov 08, 2016

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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129 - "Tone Tips" Does Wah go before or after distortion? Sep 19, 2016

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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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130 - "Tone tips": Getting new tones from old pedals (with sound samples) Sep 19, 2016

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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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128 - "Tone Tips" Should you put a phaser before or after distortion? Sep 16, 2016

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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

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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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