Porter Pickups Tone-Cast

What Causes Guitar G.A.S?

In episode 90 we dive into what causes gear gas and what we are currently gassing after! Why do we like certain gear and chase after it? Is it artist influence, change of style preference or something else? What are some things that keep us from pulling the trigger on a purchase? 

 

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Guitars and Youtube Demos with Jack Fossett

In Episode 89 Jack Fossett, the creator of " The Sound" (also knows as our show into tune) joins us for another guitar filled episode. We talk about his first guitar, the things he looks for in a good guitar and take a dive into creating Youtube Videos. We run through his favorite gear and what elements make a good gear demo.

Find out more about Jack here:

http://jackfossett.com

https://www.youtube.com/c/JackFossett

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Clones, Copies and Originality in the Guitar Industry

In episode 88 we get into a topic in the industry thats both interesting and frustrating: The world of Clones, Copies and "Inspired By" products. What gets us started is a recent post from Analogman Effects about some knockoffs of his products and we go into some of the parts of the industry in this area that make us cringe and some others that are more widely accepted. 

 

We end the show talking about the need for different in this industry and to break tradition and molds when you innovate with new products.  

 

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Nashville Guitarist Brandon Bagby

In episode 87 we're joined by Brandon Bagby, a Nashville based guitar player who talks to us about getting started and going to full time as well as making it work no matter what. We cover everything from endorsements to how he slept on the floor to get started and how to adapt when the gigs dry up. 

 

Find out more about Brandon here: https://www.brandonjbagby.com

 

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New Podcast Logo and Merch!

Tone-Cast 86 is rocking with our new show logo and merch!

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We also recap the last few videos we've released and talk about a few followup stories to our digital vs analog discussion in episode 85.

 

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Digital vs Analog Guitar Rigs: The Debate

In Tone-Cast 85 we talk about the Digital vs Analog gear world for amps and effects. We take on roles as we defend each side in a simulated debate and ultimately share our true thoughts on the tones and usefulness of each option. What was our conclusion? You'll have to listen to find out!

 

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The Relic vs Non-Relic Guitar Debate with Derek Paul

Youtube guitar man Derek Paul joins episode 84 covering the topic: Relic vs Non-Relic Guitars. We share what we like as well as some of the reactions he's gotten to a recent video about the same topic. We talk through why relics became so popular and why some people try too hard to create authentic ones that just end up looking bad. 

 

Find Derek Paul here: https://www.youtube.com/c/DerekPaulGuitar

Watch the Relic Debate Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTptDErqWVk

Fill out our Pickup Chooser form to find your next set of pickups here: https://www.porterpickups.com/home/pickup-chooser/ 

Sean Farley: All Things Guitar Making and Songwriting

In episode 83 were joined by Sean Farley, a musician who has made it work through guitar building, guitar repair and playing gigs. Sean is a dealer of Porter Pickups and talks through this episode how he got into guitar repair, and what goes into building his instruments. 

 

We touch on his music and why he stresses the importance of playing and writing alongside the rest of his guitar responsibilities. His goals are clear: Do what's in your heart and do whatever you can to make it work!

 

Hear Sean's Music Here: https://soundcloud.com/seanfarleymusic

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”But I read it on the internet!” Navigating the internet guitar gear world

Tone-Cast 82 is a free form episode where we go back and forth on how to navigate the beast that is the internet when searching for info about gear or guitar topics. It can be an endless rabbit hole of a journey when you just want to know about some basic info. 

 

Where can you go for reliable info? Who can you trust? We talk about the good, bad and ugly of the online gear world. 

 

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An Inside Look at Developing Our Guitar Pickups

in Tonecast 81 we talk through the process of developing a Porter Pickup models. What goes into the process from idea to releasing to market? What do we look for in tone and concept? What pickups have not made the cut or have been discontinued and why? 

We also talk about a recent batch of videos including our HSS deluxe loaded pickguard.

 

Episode Links

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