That Guitar Lover

Hey listeners. In this episode I provide guidance on selection and placement for the one microphone every recordist show have to record amplifiers, of any kind at home. Listen in to learn more and be ready to record your work.

In this episode I look at amps that exist in your computer, that sound like the real thing, that you can play back through monitors or through headphones and also use for silent recording. This may be the least expensive amplifier that you encounter.

In this episode I explore the less travelled road of nylon string guitars. Join me, won’t you?

Hello listeners. In this episode I talk about the increasing problem of counterfeit strings.

Hey folks. This episode I do a brief exploration on the growing world of pedal amplifiers. These tools may be just the thing to suit you.

In this episode, I share what some may call the path of heresy.

In this episode, I take a deep dive into Impulse Response. What IR files are, why you might use them, how they are made and IR makers that I have had success with.

Hi folks. In this episode I want to explore the subject of knowing how much you can trust in YouTube videos, manufacturer social media, retail store ads and social as well as blog posts and podcasts. It’s lively and will probably annoy someone.

Hello folks, in this episode I look at helping you define the effects strategy that works best for you.

In this episode, I focus specifically on my recommended Digital Audio Workstation software for folks using Windows. The right DAW makes your recording life a joy. The wrong one is like hammering nails into your knees.

Hi folks, in this episode I go through the different types of inputs to our computer we will encounter when recording at home or in the field. I also give some tips on maximizing the quality of the recorded signals.

Hello folks, in this episode we talk about attenuators, with specific emphasis on load balancing attenuators to reduce the overall volume of your tube amplifier without compromising its sound.

In this episode, I touch on the things that impact a guitar’s action, why adjusting to suit is critical and how easy it can be to check.

Hey listeners. In this episode I sit down with recordist and producer Dylan Barros to talk about his thoughts on what is required for consideration when getting going to make recordings of your own music and songs at home.

Hey folks, in this episode, I spend some time talking about guitars, music, recording and related stuff with my friend James Ridings who is a Sales Engineer with Sweetwater Music in Fort Wayne Indiana. It’s good fun.

In this episode and with apologies to George Lucas, I look ar a small set of pedals said to sound like infamous Klon Centaur and provide a brief history and why current prices for original Klons are at a galactic level.

In this episode, I am joined by professional bassist Manny DeGrandis to discuss all things bass

Hey gang. In this episode I want to talk about string gauge and what difference, if any to the overall tone of your guitar. Personal preference of feel is a different thing, but there’s a lot of misunderstanding and complete nonsense related to string gauge.

Hey listeners. This time, I am joined again by Cody Shaw and we talk about the reasons why we, meaning musicians, continue to play whatever we play. I hope that you enjoy the episode, please leave a comment and if you have questions or suggestions for future episodes, please send an email via the link provided. Until next time, peace.

In this episode, I want to look into what goes into choosing a bedroom amplifier

In this episode, I look at the components needed to build a useful pedal board and what to gather, before you start adding pedals

Hey listeners. This time I am joined by professional musician Ryan Ainsworth and we talk about playing with friends, jamming, and playing live gigs when your instrument is an acoustic guitar.

In this episode, I am joined by friend Fraser Moore to discuss what fuzz is, what to consider, and some thoughts on pedals to get started in fuzz. Or add to your existing fuzz pedals, because players do that.

Hey gang. In this episode we meet Kia. She’s a very talented young musician just about to embark on a long road show. It’s great to learn her perspectives on music, gear and embarking on a career in the music industry.

In this episode, Ross is joined by friend Cody to take us through the different genres of metal, selecting a guitar, amplifier and appropriate effects, along with lots of practical insights.