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The year was 2015. Show host Blake Wyland intended to start a podcast where he took a deep dive with his guests from the guitar world to explain their rigs. What happened was that, but also a whole lot more. The show quickly evolved into discussions about people's lives. Guitars, pedals, amps, etc. are the central hub of the show, but it really is more about the PEOPLE behind all of it. Both the musicians who use the gear, and the folks that create these magical tools of expression. You can expect chats about songwriting, favorite bands, family, loss, addiction, conspiracy theories, philosophy, and most of all....... food. This podcast goes all over the place. Come take a ride.
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Are Bass Players More Important? w/ Mr. Glyn of Mr. Glyn's Pickups
Are bass players actually more important than guitarists? Do we need to thin out our guitar sound? Do thru-hole pedals sound better than SMT based guitar effect technology? Can you play music using a saw blade?
On this episode Blake and Mr Glyn discuss their current projects and collaborations. We also into the world of guitar pickups, exploring topics such as different core types, the impact of string materials on tone, and the importance of context in shaping a guitar's sound.
We also touch on the psychology of playing expensive guitars and the role of experimentation in finding the right instrument. In this conversation, Mr Glyn discusses his love for guitars, his move to New Zealand, and his experience as a guitar repairer. He shares his passion for different types of pickups and the importance of the magnetic field in shaping the sound.
Oh yeah, and DOOM METAL. We get into that too.
Check out Glyn's work on his website HERE: https://mrglynspickups.com/
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Current Projects
10:49
The Role of Context in Shaping a Guitar's Sound
39:28
The Influence of Pickups and the Magnetic Field
45:53
Exploring the Genre of Doom Metal
54:55
From the UK to New Zealand: A Guitar Journey
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
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Marcos Curiel of P.OD. (Yes, that P.O.D.)
I imagine that you have probably heard a song called Youth Of A Nation? Well Marcos definitely gets into the story around that song!
We start off with a HEAVY dose of nostalgia with Blake telling the story of "P.O.D. on the Pepsi. box" and Marcos diving into some San Diego bands.
Marcos discusses the music scene and the diverse range of genres that have emerged from the city. He talks about the importance of creating a unique sound and vibe as a musician, drawing inspiration from bands like Black Sabbath, Metallica, and Soundgarden. Marcos also emphasizes the need for musicians to be open-minded and experimental in their approach to music, and expresses his hope for a resurgence of originality in heavy music.
Marcos emphasizes the need for artists to take risks and follow their own vision, rather than simply imitating what is popular. But ALSO the blessing/curse combination that comes with having an original sound.
DJing, tube amps, songwriting, the role of producers, staying true to yourself, and a WHOLE lot more on this episode!
Check out Marcos' DJ Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mark3yt05/?igsh=d2xpZDJkc3Rwb2Jw
Check out Marcos' personal Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/officialmarcoscuriel?igsh=YXU0MmRvYjkyYW15
P.O.D. Website HERE: https://payableondeath.com/
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
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"Scared Myself Into Doing Music" w/ Jon Deiley of Northlane
In this conversation, Blake interviews Jon Deiley from Northlane about his journey in music. They discuss topics such as starting a band, the challenges of pursuing a career in music, and the evolution of their gear and recording techniques. Jon shares his experiences with different studios, amps, and effects pedals, highlighting the importance of finding the right sound for their music. They also touch on the rise of digital modeling and the convenience it offers in terms of portability and versatility. In this conversation, Blake and Jon discuss the benefits of recording a DI (direct input) signal when tracking guitars. They highlight how a DI signal allows for flexibility in reamping and experimenting with different tones later on. The conversation takes a turn as they share personal experiences with eye injuries and the importance of protecting one's hearing.
Takeaways
Starting a band and pursuing a career in music can be challenging, but with dedication and passion, it is possible to succeed.
Finding the right gear, including amps and effects pedals, is crucial in creating the desired sound for a band's music.
The rise of digital modeling has made it easier to achieve a wide range of sounds and offers convenience in terms of portability and versatility.
Balancing creativity and the business side of music is essential for long-term success.
Recording a DI (direct input) is important for flexibility and allows for experimentation with different tones and effects in post-production. Recording a DI signal when tracking guitars provides flexibility for reamping and experimenting with different tones later on.
Protecting one's eyes and hearing is crucial to avoid injuries and long-term damage.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
07:57
Starting a Band and Gear Evolution
24:55
The Rise of Digital Modeling
28:53
Balancing Creativity and the Business Side of Music
30:57
The Importance of Recording a DI
32:13
Recording a DI Signal for Flexibility
33:39
The Importance of Hard Drive Space
39:13
Protecting Your Eyes and Ears
54:49
Favorite Boss Pedals and Pizza Preferences
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
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Is The Internet All Bad? w/ Matt of Mule Resophonic Guitars
In this conversation, Blake and Matt Eich discuss the growth of Mule Resonator Guitars and the development of the Mavis guitar. (The first wooden Mule guitar build!) We explore the importance of unique sounds and the balance between innovation and expression in instrument design.
We also discuss the unique experience of building musical instruments and the emotional impact they have on people. They explore the feeling of creating something that becomes a tool for artistic expression and the responsibility that comes with it. They also delve into their shared interests outside of music, such as jujitsu and fly fishing, and the similarities in the flow state experienced in these activities. They emphasize the importance of being present and fully engaged in whatever they are doing. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the benefits and challenges of pursuing a passion full-time.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction
03:22
The Development of the Mavis Guitar
08:32
The Importance of Unique Sounds
13:48
Balancing Innovation and Expression in Instrument Design
28:19
The Emotional Impact of Building Musical Instruments
35:13
The Flow State in Jujitsu, Fly Fishing, and Instrument Building
39:31
The Responsibility of Being a Tool Maker for Musicians
45:06
The Benefits and Challenges of Pursuing a Passion Full-Time
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid
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HE FINALLY DID IT! w/ David Greeves of Great Eastern FX
In this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, host Blake Wyland interviews David Greeves from Great Eastern FX. David shares his background as a music journalist and how he fell into writing about equipment from the gear world. He also discusses his journey into pedal design and the challenges he faced along the way. The conversation covers the inspiration behind the name Great Eastern FX and the launch of the company.
Also in this episode, we get a sneak peek at the XO Variable Crossover pedal and Blake shares a short demo. (A first on this podcast!)
David and Blake discuss the versatility and educational potential of the crossover pedal. Including creating complex effects chains and splitting the signal for different amps. David shares the origin of the pedal and how it evolved from a harmonic tremolo concept. They also discuss the importance of using your ears and understanding frequency ranges in music. The conversation concludes with David's favorite Boss pedal, the TR2 Tremolo, and his favorite kind of pizza.
Takeaways
David Greaves started his career as a journalist writing for music magazines before transitioning into pedal design.
The inspiration for the name Great Eastern FX came from the Great Eastern Railway Company and the desire to project a sense of establishment and professionalism.
The XO Variable Crossover pedal allows users to split their guitar signal into low and high frequency bands, enabling the use of different effects on each frequency range.
The XO Variable Crossover pedal offers new creative possibilities for guitarists, allowing them to experiment with different effects on specific frequency ranges.
Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:09
Getting Started in Music and Pedal Design
15:19
Launching Great Eastern Effects
24:04
Introducing the XO Variable Crossover Pedal
27:48
Blake's Experience with the XO Variable Crossover Pedal
30:41
Exploring Different Ways to Use the Pedal
32:21
The Versatility of the Crossover Pedal
33:01
Excitement for Bass Players
34:08
Educational Potential of the Pedal
36:31
The Origin of the Pedal
39:56
The Importance of Using Your Ears
43:24
The Impact of Frequency Ranges
46:37
The Complexity of Sound in a Band Context
49:02
Designing Pedals for Different Guitarists
50:29
The Innovation of Rock and Roll Sound
52:59
Favorite Boss Pedal: TR2 Tremolo
54:12
Favorite Kind of Pizza: Italian with Artichokes, Ham, and Mushrooms
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
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Rick Rubin Mindset w/ Markus Reeves of Reeves Electro
Markus Reeves from Reeves Electro returns to the podcast! On this episode we discuss how business has changed since he first started, and how his daughter is now building pedals full time as well! We also dig into some rather exciting new adventures that are happening with the progress of Reeves Electro Shop 2.0 on the horizon.
Paypal whoas, and how he approaches his work with a "Rick Rubin" mindset, the big lightbulb moment, balance, bad gigs... All of this and more on this week's edition of The Tone Mob Podcast!
If you aren't familiar with Markus's work I highly suggest that you head listen to his first appearance on the podcast. (I'm sure is you type "Markus Reeves Tone Mob" into the search bar of your podcast player it'll pop right up!)
You can also find his website with all of the details HERE > https://reeveselectro.co.uk/
Takeaways
Reeves Electro now supports Markus and his daughter full-time.
The workshop expansion and move to a new house present logistical challenges, but Markus is determined to maintain a separate workspace.
Markus plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign to support the workshop move and is offering perks such as build-a-pedal days and personalized messages. The squelch control on a CB radio inspired Markus to explore a pedal with a squelch circuit.
Markus' daughter became interested in building pedals through her involvement in testing transistors and other components.
Seeing his daughter succeed in building pedals brings Markus great joy and fulfillment.
The pandemic had a significant impact on Markus' business, leading to a surge in orders and logistical challenges.
PayPal can freeze your account due to increased activity, highlighting the challenges small businesses can face with financial platforms.
Markus is hesitant to expand his business and prefers to maintain a personal touch in his pedal building process.
Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Catching Up
01:05
Reeves Electro Expansion
03:10
Growing Instagram Presence
04:09
Need for Bigger Workshop
05:08
Moving Workshop and House
06:37
Crowdfunding for Workshop
07:34
Build-a-Pedal Days
08:01
Perks for Crowdfunding
09:07
Moving Challenges
10:11
Intensive Process of Moving
11:48
Crowdfunding Date and Details
13:01
Discussion on Moving Production
14:14
Parking Challenges
15:53
Conversation about Cars
19:29
Maintaining Aesthetics in Different Builds
21:23
Exploring Modulation Effects
22:26
Drive and Fuzz as Red Wines
23:14
Interest in Maestro FZ1B Circuit
24:05
The Squelch Control
27:40
How Markus' Daughter Got Interested in Building Pedals
28:03
Testing Transistors
29:02
Testing Other Components
29:54
Building Her First Pedal
31:19
The Joy of Seeing His Daughter Succeed
34:08
Finding Fulfillment in Doing What You Love
36:20
The Impact of the Pandemic on Markus' Business
38:46
Dealing with PayPal Issues
43:06
Expanding the Business and Hiring
Support The Show And Connect!
The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577
You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy
Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid
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