Dipped In Tone

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Is the Vintage Market Failing? Aug 04, 2025

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On this episode of Dipped in Tone, the guys discuss the ever shifting vintage guitar landscape.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

TIME STAMPS

00:13 - Welcome!

00:59 - New Merch!

1:31 - The best JHS Pedal ever

3:04 - Thank you Sweetwater!

4:47 - Rhett’s Orb Rant

5:55 - 3D Printing

10:19 - HOT TAKE!

15:36 - AI Tangent

17:00 - Main Topic

48:55 - Rig Dip

1:04:19 - Shills

1:10:38 - Thanks again Sweetwater!

Is Hype Dead? Jul 28, 2025

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On this episode of Dipped in Tone, Rhett, Zach and Addison discuss how hype in the gear world has changed in the past few years. Both Rhett and Zach share their industry insight into how companies are marketing has changed in the guitar community.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

Classic Shape Alternatives Jul 15, 2025

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The Dipped boys are back at it, this time discussing the best alternatives to the classics. We dive into the best (in our opinion) high end and more affordable alternatives.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

The Problem with Boutique Brands Jun 30, 2025

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Rhett, Zach and Addison discuss the Hate that exists for the big guitar brands and wether or not most boutique guitar brands are worth the price and hype.

Check out our new site & merch https://www.dippedintone.com/

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Intro

00:22 – Stillwater Adventures and Bike Racing

03:02 – Zach’s New Dog: Meet Pippin

05:56 – Dipped in Tone Merch Launch

09:31 – Top Jacks Suck? A Hot Take

13:01 – Pedalboard Layout Opinions

17:00 – Cable and Plug Preferences

20:47 – Can Big Guitar Brands Ever Be Good Again?

25:25 – Quality Control in Big Box Stores

29:17 – Boutique vs. Big Brands: What's Worth It?

34:00 – Boutique Builders and Business Realities

41:50 – Factory Tours and the Magic of Mass Production

46:04 – Are Modern Guitars Better Than Vintage?

50:07 – PRS, Yamaha, Gretsch: Who’s Doing It Best?

54:55 – Small Builders Crushing It (Frank Brothers, Collings)

57:30 – Listener Rig Rundown: Harrison T. Bow

01:00:08 – Rhett’s Premier Guitar Controversy

01:01:00 – Final Thoughts

Rig Dipping Marathon May 29, 2025

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The Dipped boys have a Rig Dipping Marathon! Being part of our Patreon community lets you submit a rig for dipping. Dipping a Rig is where the guys break down a players setup and critique it. It's all in good fun!

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

Will Brick & Mortar Survive? Apr 30, 2025

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This time on dipped the guys dive into the sale of Reverb.com and the future of Brick & Mortar guitar stores. What will it take for guitar stores to survive moving forward? Leave us your comment and let us know what you think.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

All About Fuzz! Apr 22, 2025

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Rhett and Zach dive into all things fuzz! Let's discuss the different types of circuits; Fuzz Face, Tonebender, BMP, and more. Advice on using fuzz with your setup or learning how to play a fuzz pedal.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

Your Guitar Hot Takes! Apr 14, 2025

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Rhett, Zach, and Addison answer Guitar Hot Takes from our Patreon community! We talk about why Boss pedals are the best, Gibson guitars being overrated, and more. Join in on the fun over at the Dipped in Tone Patreon page.

Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dippedintone

Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

Capturing the Mojo w/ Paul Waller Fender Master Builder Apr 02, 2025

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Rhett and Zach sit down with Fender Master Builder Paul Waller. We talk about what it takes to capture the mojo in vintage instruments. The guys dive into how Paul and fellow craftsmen create in the Fender Custom Shop.

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Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

This One Sucks: Tariffs Mar 17, 2025

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BUCKLE UP! Zach and Rhett dive into how we see the new tariffs impacting the guitar space. It's not fun, but it's a convo worth having. Especially from a builders perspective.

Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dippedintone

Dipped in Tone is:

Rhett Shull https://www.rhettshull.com/

Zach Broyles / Mythos Pedals https://mythospedals.com & https://highvoltageguitars.com/

Edited by Addison! https://www.instagram.com/addisonsauvan/

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