The pickups that come standard in Fender Jazzmasters are NOT P-90s. I crack up every time some internet expert chimes in and insists that they are.

This episode was sponsored by Fuzzrocious. If you're looking for something you've never quite heard before, go check out the Anomalies and the M.O.T.H. from Fuzzrocious. This episode was also sponsored by the fine folks at Sinasoid. If you're looking for a cable that's built to keep sounding great for years, go check out Sinasoid.... Continue Reading →

This episode was sponsored by the fine folks at Sinasoid. If you're looking for a cable that's built to keep sounding great for years, go check out Sinasoid. This episode is also sponsored by Barefoot Buttons, makers of a stompbox switch accessory that converts your little switch into a big target. Lastly this episode was... Continue Reading →

This episode was sponsored by Sinasoid, where you can have cables built to your personal specs on their Build a Cable site. Lots of big stuff happened this year. Ryan and Steve cozy up by the fireplace with some strong drinks to reminisce. Actually we are in a cold dirty garage drinking coors, but whatever.... Continue Reading →

In October of 2016 TC Electronic announced their unofficially named "Smorgasbord of Tone" line of pedals.  The line features 13 pedals that cover a wide range of classic effects in a simple and effective meat and potatoes sort of way, all for only $50 each. We contacted TC Electronic and offered to demo the whole... Continue Reading →

We tripled up on sponsors this week. This episode is brought to you by Coast Sonic, our favorite place to look for boutique pedals. It's also brought to you by Barefoot Buttons, the best footswitch covers we've seen, and by Sinasoid, a great place to get a high quality cable custom made to order. Here's... Continue Reading →

This episode was sponsored by Spruce Effects, makers of the Rainier Fuzz and other effects boxes. This episode is also sponsored by Coast Sonic. When you're looking for boutique effects, Coast Sonic is the first store you should check out. This week Ryan updates you on his ongoing Flying V project, and Steve talks about... Continue Reading →

This week is brought to you by Spruce Effects, home of a Rainier Fuzz as well as other great guitar effects. This episode was also sponsored by Barefoot Buttons. They build great little caps that make your stompbox switches easier to stomp on. This week we change the format up a little. Let us know... Continue Reading →

This week's episode was brought to you by Matthews Effects. Their latest update, the Architect version 2, is ready to hit stores...today! This week's episode is also brough to you by Coast Sonic, a great boutique pedal shop that has a great selection of pedals ready to ship to you. In this episode Steve says... Continue Reading →

Shopping for the guitarist in your life is hard, and even harder if you're not a guitarist yourself. This is a list of products we think make great gifts for the vast majority of guitarists of any age or skill level. What to buy: 1. Gear Supply Strings Subscription Gear supply offers a monthly string delivery service... Continue Reading →