Amplified Nonsense

Amplified Nonsense
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If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail. Hosts Chris Benson of Benson Amps, Bryan Sours of Soursound Audio Works, and Charles Henry of Silktone Amplifiers talk amps, share stories, and give relationship advice.

  1. Headroom and the Virtue of LOUD

    4 Jun ·  Video

    Headroom and the Virtue of LOUD

    Charles is back in Japan, Chris is resurfacing backplates, and Bryan is hungry. The three discuss copper scrap and rising copper prices, magnet wire costs, and more. A voicemail asks if louder is always better. Another question prompts a framework for headroom. If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    44 min
  2. Episode 20: Featuring Dave Jordan from Non Human Audio

    14 May ·  Video

    Episode 20: Featuring Dave Jordan from Non Human Audio

    Charles, Chris, and Bryan are joined this week by Dave Jordan of Non Human Audio. They talk about how the Slow Loris and Florist came to be, breadboarding, snacks (of course), and more. There's also a rapid fire question round in the middle. If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    1hr 2min
  3. Episode 19: Dropping Prices, Talking Tubes, Scopes vs. Analyzers

    16 Apr ·  Video

    Episode 19: Dropping Prices, Talking Tubes, Scopes vs. Analyzers

    Charles is back on the podcast this week, and he gives an update on his Japanese office and talks about his decision to lower the price on his Expander pedal. The three talk about tubes and answer listener questions about analyzers and scopes and books. If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    50 min
  4. Episode 18: Guitar Amp or Bass Amp?

    2 Apr ·  Video

    Episode 18: Guitar Amp or Bass Amp?

    This week, Chris and Bryan are joined by Tracii Guns of L.A. Guns. The three discuss Tracii's amp building, the difference between bass and guitar amps, their musical projects, and answer a hypothetical question from a listener. If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    46 min
  5. Episode 17: Single-Ended Amps and Non-Musical Noises

    12 Mar ·  Video

    Episode 17: Single-Ended Amps and Non-Musical Noises

    Charles talks about a quick trip to South Korea. Chris talks about fixing a unique piece of gear. Bryan wonders if there are any great-sounding spring reverb units from a specific country. The three take calls about single-ended amplifiers and non-musical noises. If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    38 min
  6. Episode 16: Featuring John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments

    26 Feb ·  Video

    Episode 16: Featuring John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments

    Charles, Chris, and Bryan are joined this week by John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments. They field caller questions about D&D, aluminum guitars, the Winter Olympics, long dogs, and more.  If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    51 min

  7. 11 Feb ·  Video

    Episode 15: The 880 Watt Amp Lives, Anaheim Recap, Follow Your Dreams

    This week, Chris and Bryan talk about the response in Anaheim to Babylon, the 880 watt tube amp they've spent the past several months building. Charles shares stories from Japan and his former life as an ice cube tray magnate. The trio answer a question about a Freaky Friday scenario and following your dreams.  If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    54 min

  8. 15 Jan ·  Video

    Episode 14: The Top Secret Amp Project and Hi-Fi Audio

    Charles is back in Japan, while Chris and Bryan have been putting the final touches on their top secret 700 watt tube amp project, which will be revealed at the 2026 Wood Wire Volts show in Anaheim. The trio talk about NAMM, magnesium, and the absolute weapon of an amplifier they've been building. Steve Rowe from 60 Cycle Hum calls in with a question.  If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail.

    50 min
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If you'd like Bryan, Charles, and Chris to answer your question on an episode of Amplified Nonsense, call ‪(513) 334-3803‬ and leave a voicemail. Hosts Chris Benson of Benson Amps, Bryan Sours of Soursound Audio Works, and Charles Henry of Silktone Amplifiers talk amps, share stories, and give relationship advice.

Information

  • Creator
    Amplified Nonsense
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Amplified Nonsense

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