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Chasing Tone - Guitar Podcast About Gear, Effects, Amps and Tone

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Welcome to the Chasing Tone Podcast! Join Brian Wampler, Blake Wyland, Richard Oliver, and a variety of special guests as they dive into the world of guitars, pedals, amps, and other guitar gear. From answering your burning questions to discussing bands, gigs, and the latest trends in the guitar world, we cover it all. Expect plenty of off-topic banter and a behind-the-scenes look at our work at Wampler Pedals. If you enjoy guitar podcasts that feel like hanging out with your musician friends, you'll love Chasing Tone.

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Chasing Tone 52 – How Buffers Give Better Guitar Tone 13.04.2015 30:11

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with Wampler engineer, Jake Steffes to discuss the in’s and out’s of Buffers.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:00 – Imaginary Numbers3:30 – Nerdcast 4:45 – Roy Westenhousersmithton4:50 – Buffers...

Chasing Tone 51 – What’s On Our Boards 09.04.2015 32:43

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what we currently have on our boards, offset guitars, and our favorite pedalboards.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:00 – Brian Got A New Pedal5:00 – Offset Guitars9:00 – Compressor/Guitar Volume...

Chasing Tone 50 – How Brian Starts A Design And New Pedal Day 06.04.2015 27:08

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what goes in to Brian’s design process, Max and Travis’ new pedals, and bear survival tips.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:40 – Intro Music Tone3:40 – Peavey9:00 – 50Th Episode 11:20 – Max Runni...

Chasing Tone 49 - The Best of Chasing Tone Podcast Vol 2 02.04.2015 27:55

Funny out takes with Travis, Brian and Max.0:32 - Redneck Jedi1:41 - Brian Needs A New Watch2:33 - Struggle Snuggle Pt II6:13 - Brian's Mom is a Tone Chaser8:55 - Hashbrown Huh?9:48 - Dad Always Liked You Best10:45 - NERDS!! And Repeater Guy12:08 - Dad Still Likes Me Best13:17 - Max Got Married14:47 - Hashbrown Old18:35 - Big Head Travis19:45 - Boots, Selling Out, and Daddy Issues20:51 - Don&...

Chasing Tone 48 - Best of Chasing Tone Vol One 30.03.2015 29:38

Some of the funnier moments with Travis, Brian and Max from some of the earlier epiditions of The Chasing Tone Podcasts:32 - A Vintage Grudge1:49 - Brian's Licks2:25 - How Travis Lost His Job2:51 - You Should Do A Univibe3:38 - Brian's Old Amp3:59 - Playing Electric Guitar in Amish Country4:35 - Don't Let Travis Talk5:24 - MaxHad An Amp Too6:01 - Country…Blues With A Twang7:01 - Bub...

Chasing Tone 47 – Backstage Passes, and Max’s New Guitar 26.03.2015 30:40

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss what goes on back stage when visiting famous artists, Max’s new Guitar, and picks.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Max’s Locker Guitar5:40 – Tone Ranger Effects7:00 – Pick Bag 12:50 – Vince...

Chasing Tone 46 – Caroline Guitar Company’s Philippe Herndon 23.03.2015 38:19

In this episode Travis, Max, and sit down with Caroline Guitar Company’s Philippe Herndon and discuss the Kilobyte, Pedal Prom, NAMM, and HiFi.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:35 – The Eureka Moment Behind The Kilobyte7:25 – Data Sheets9:35 –...

Chasing Tone 45 – How To Have An Ear For Tone, and What is “Tone-Suck”? 19.03.2015 31:51

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss, what tone-suck is, how to have an ear for tone, and Max’s “hipster tendencies”.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:20 – Pedal Design Envy?7:30 – Mojo Machine9:30 – How To Have An Experienced Ear11:...

Chasing Tone 44 – Gear Talk’s Lance Seymour 16.03.2015 43:43

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down with the man behind Gear Talk, Lance Seymour.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:25 – Brian Goes Vegan3:00 – The Inception Of GearTalk9:10 – Social Media’s Effect On Boutique Gear9:20 – Jackson Amp...

Chasing Tone 43 – Handmade Vs. Hand Assembled Guitars and Wah Talk 12.03.2015 31:43

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss how to get consistent tones with multiple guitars, the science behind wah pedals, and the differences between hand wound vs. machine wound pickups, and handmade vs. hand assembled guitars.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are up...

Chasing Tone 42 – Analog Vs. Digital And Popularity Of Guitar 09.03.2015 30:47

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the topic of Analog VS Digital amps. Will tube amps go extinct? Max also explains B’s And G’s.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Will Tube Amps Go Extinct?2:00 – Is Guitar Dying?5:40 – Is Digi...

Chasing Tone 41 – Amp In A Box Pedals And Cab Sims 05.03.2015 28:59

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss amp in a box pedals, cab sims, getting fuzz to cut through a mix, and Max’s lost car.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:00 – Hoosiers3:45 – Running Out Of Ideas?8:10 – Max’s Lost Car 9:10 – One Bra...

Chasing Tone 40 – Boosting An Overdriven Amp, Speaker Positioning 02.03.2015 32:56

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss where they prefer their speaker placement on stage, amp stands, boosting overdriven amps, and Max and Travis’ new band.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:25 – Speaker Positioning On Stage – Amp Sta...

Chasing Tone 39 – Modifying A Circuit, And Boost Pedal Placement 26.02.2015 29:18

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss where to run a boost pedal, how Brian goes about modifying a circuit, and some of their favorite new pedals.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:42 – Rockett Archer2:15 – SLOstortion4:15 – Soul Food...

Chasing Tone 38 – Tips For Making Your Rig Sound Better 23.02.2015 24:55

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss things you can do to make your rig sound better, the Boutique Pick craze, and the Wampler Go Kart outing.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 3:40 – Tips For Making Your Rig Sound Better7:00 – Divided...

Chasing Tone 37 – Brad Paisley’s Rig, And Playing Like Your Heroes 19.02.2015 23:29

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the ins and outs of Brad Paisley’s rig, the pros and cons of playing like your heroes, and How to deal with a loud stage-mate. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:30 – Pros And Cons Of Playing Like...

Chasing Tone 36 – Which is Better: Nice Amp or Nice Pedals? 16.02.2015 20:33

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss if you should put your money on an amp or pedals, FX loop instruction, and PRS Guitars. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:46 – Max’s Radio/Phone Voice2:30 – Putting Your Money On Amps Or Pedals5:5...

Chasing Tone 35 – Amp-In-A-Box Pedals, and Guitar Maintenance 12.02.2015 25:34

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss Amp-In-A-Box pedals, Guitar Maintenance, and Blackface Tones.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:25 – Humidity vs. Guitar Necks3:35 – Max Plays The Cancer Card8:40 – Travis Cons Max9:20 – Don Grosh...

Chasing Tone 34 – How Volume Affects Guitar Tone, Best Recorded Plexi Tone 09.02.2015 21:42

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their favorite Plexi tones, tube vs. solid state amps in Metal music, and the effects of mismatching impedance.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:20 – Favorite Recorded Plexi Tone3:40 – Metal Tones...

Chasing Tone 33 – “Pedal Friendly” Amps and The Perfect Guitar 02.02.2015 31:36

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss why players may, or may not, want a Blend Knob on a compressor. The also discuss their opinions on what makes a great “Pedal Friendly” amplifier.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:07 – What Makes A...

Chasing Tone - 31.2 NAMM Edition 26.01.2015 31:09

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss their opinions of the 2015 NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA. Find us at: http://www. WamplerPedals.comhttp://www. Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www. Instagram.com/ChasingTonePodcast Support the show

Chasing Tone 32 – OD vs. Low Gain Distortion, Gear Disaster Plans, and Feedback Loops 26.01.2015 39:19

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the difference between Overdrive vs Low Gain Distortion, Feedback Loops, and Gear Disaster Plans.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 2:00 – #GoshNAMMit3:20 – Corning Cars 9:40 – Overdrive vs. Low Gain...

Chasing Tone - 31.1 NAMM Edition 23.01.2015 15:48

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian sit down after Day Two of The NAMM Show and discuss people watching, their favorite new gear, and their favorite NAMM moment thus far. Find us at: http://www. WamplerPedals.comhttp://www. Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Twitter.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Instagram.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www. Facebook.com/ChasingTonePodcasthttp://www. Instagram.com/Ch...

Chasing Tone 31 – Audience's Perception Of Tone, And Tone-Words 19.01.2015 38:46

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss whether the audience can hear tonal differences, words guitarists use to describe tone, and Travis starts a rumor.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:25 – Family Matters3:15 – Player vs. Audience To...

Chasing Tone 30 – Original Circuits, The Wah-mpler, And Using One Pedal Per Genre 12.01.2015 42:05

In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss why more builders don’t showcase original circuits, which one pedal they prefer in each music genre, the Wah-mpler, and Interns.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:25 – Interns2:55 – Outside The Box...