Episodes
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
So what's the new release? Say hello to Gatekeeper Pickups!
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
In episode 70, we talk about our newest release, Gatekeeper Pickups!
We're releasing 5 sets of pickups at a killer price point of $99 ea. Hear the story behind the line, the tones and more information as we talk about on of our biggest product released ever.
Find out more here: https://www.porterpickups.com/gatekeeper/
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Mitch from Emerson Custom - Pushing Through and Making it Work
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
In episode 69 we're joined by Mitch from Emerson Custom. We talk about how he's handled all the changes this year to how he made the jump to full time in the early years or Emerson. We also talk about what makes a good pre-wired kit and why he's gravitating towards acoustic guitars in his spare playing time.
Emerson Custom Website: https://emersoncustom.com
Pickup Chooser Form: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Steve Sterlacci -Diversifying Yourself as a Guitarists and Handling Change
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
In episode 68. we're joined by guitarist Steve Sterlacci of the Jessica Lynn Band. We cover everything from how they as a band have handled a European tour being cancelled because of Corona to creating online content and growing your skill as a guitarist. We cover why he's a huge fan of digital modeling and how he's been growing his newer Youtube Channel.
Episode Links
Jessica Lynn Band: https://www.jessicalynnmusic.org
Steve's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbawdoeGr439blez7bqmjHQ
Steve's Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/stalach/
Pickup Chooser: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Friday Sep 11, 2020
5 Key Areas of Focus for our Business in 2020
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Friday Sep 11, 2020
In Episode 67, Mike and Brian talk about 5 areas of focus for our business as we navigate the craziness of 2020. These areas have been key for our growth as a business and have made a massive difference to our outlook and results.
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Nick Greer of Greer Amps
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
In episode 66, we're joined by Nick Greer of Greer Amps for a show covering a wide range of topics. We talk about his love for interesting and unique guitars, Eastman Guitars and what the pandemic has taught him to never forget about his business. He also challenges me to re-release the Greer wind pickups we created and to make a guitar with three tele bridges. A little more free form with this one, but we had a great time recording.
Greer Website: https://www.greeramps.com
Pickup Chooser form: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Ken Steorts: Founding the Band Skillet and Running a Music College in Memphis TN
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
In episode 65, we're joined by my friend Ken Steorts. He's the director of Visible Music College in Memphis, TN.
We cover everything from his time as the founding guitarist of the band Skillet to running a music college in these strange times. We also get to talk about some of his favorite gear, music inspirations and some advice he'd give aspiring musicians trying to make it.
Read Kens "Music is Important" Blog: https://visible.edu/category/music-is-important/
Visible School: https://visible.edu
Pickup Chooser form: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Entering the Podcast Vortex with Blake from the Tone Mob
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
In episode 64, we're joined by Blake Wyland from the Tone Mob to talk all things podcasts, the pulse of the gear industry and more about the "Shred Shed" located at his house.
We also cover some gear regrets and what one Guitar-Pedal-Amp combo he'd play if he had to choose.
Find Blake's other podcast ventures here:
Tone Mob: https://tonemob.com/tag/podcast/
Chasing Tone Podcast with Brian Wampler: https://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Mike from Delaney Guitars on 17 years in the guitar business
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
In Episode 63 we're joined by Mike Delaney from Delaney Guitars. Mike shares with us about what makes a good artist endorsement and how he didn't have a guitar he completely loved so he got into the guitar business to help others find their dream guitar specs.
Delaney Guitars Website: https://delaneyguitars.com
Pickup Chooser form: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Guitarist Barry Graul from MercyMe: Being in a band during Covid-19
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
In Episode 62 we're joined by Barry Graul, guitarists in the band MercyMe. He talks about dealing with the pandemic as a band, his favorite gear and why riding bikes is good for you. We also cover how the bands songwriting style has changed with technology and how they are finishing up and album in these strange times.
MercyMe Website: http://mercyme.org
Pickup Chooser: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
#61: Mike Bassett - Crazy Guitar Center repair jobs and his roles at Porter
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
In episode 61, we talk with Porter employee Mike Bassett about his time working at Guitar Center, as well as his love for hollow body guitars. We also cover things like what pedals he plays, nightmare repairs and more.
Try our pickup chooser here: https://www.porterpickups.com/pickupchooser/