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Secret Magic Talk13. Türchen - AdventskalenderSecret Magic Store Inner Circle Blog - Adventskalender Treasures (Vol. 1 thru 3) | Alexander DeCova - (DVD) Normalpreis in unserem Shop: 90,00 € 5 x Rabatt um 83% auf 15,00 €Rabattcode: Ropemare Andreas »der Bäcker« Fleckenstein präsentiert das Frank Garcia Rezept für:Never Fail Sponge Cake Zutaten6 Eier, getrennt1½ Tassen Zucker3 TL Wasser1½ Tassen Mehl1½ TL Backpulver¼ TL Salz1 TL Zitronenabrieb ZubereitungEigelbmasse vorbereiten:Die Eigelbe hell und cremig aufschlagen. Nach und nach den Zucker einrieseln lassen und gut unterrühren.Anschließend abwechselnd Mehl und Wasser zur Eigelbmasse geben und glatt rühren.Eiweiß...
2025-12-1309 min
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #44: Steve Dennis from FX Pedal PlanetIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking with Steve Dennis, Founder and CEO of FX Pedal Planet Online, who started his journey with a pedal-related Facebook group and later started his own pedal retail business, which has seen very positive growth, despite the ongoing downtrends in the MI industry. He explains his view on the state of the industry, his business philosophy and talks about some of his favourite companies.If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate...
2025-11-061h 11
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #43: Dave Friedman // Friedman AmplificationIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan have the pleasure to Dave Friedman, founder, designer and CEO at Friedman Amplification. They talk about his early years in the business, when he started to learn his craft and where, how he started Friedman Amps (and under which initial name), plus some stories of artists he worked with, modding or making amps for them or building their entire rig, so they can focus on playing music.If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate...
2025-10-161h 24
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #42: Lawsuits, Parker Guitars and Guitar Summit RecapIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking about what went down at Guitar Summit this year, they're diving into why (probably) the recent lawsuit between Behringer and Bill Finnegan was settled and talk about the guitar innovator Ken Parker, who passed away at age 73.If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #parkerguitars #guitargear #guitar #guitarplayer #guitarsummit...
2025-10-091h 10
The Tone Lounge PodcastGuitar Summit 2025: Interview with Philip SayceWe were lucky enough to organise a meeting with the amazing guitarist Philip Sayce during our visit at @guitarsummit 2025 last weekend. Philip Sayce is a Welsh-born Canadian guitar player and band leader, who has played with artists like Jeff Healey and Melissa Etheridge (just to name a few) and gained a reputation for his expressive and soulful playing.You can tell what his influences are by listing to his playing, but he'll always give you that extra "Wow" moment, because he takes it to the next level and puts his own spin on things.We talk about his beginnings, th...
2025-09-3025 min
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #41: Guitar Summit PreviewIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking about Guitar Summit 2025, which is taking place this weekend. They are looking at the event's schedule, its history, attending artists and many other things.Frank is also going to attend the show and will shoot lots of footage for the channel.If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #pedalmaker...
2025-09-2451 min
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #40: Who the hell wants all this stuff?In this episode, Frank and Jonathan are looking at a few recent product releases, some of them definitely in the ballpark of "WTF"!They also talk about Sting being sued by his former bandmates and finally draw the two lucky winners of the pedal giveaway!If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #pedalmaker #guitargear #guitar #guitarplayer #ibanez...
2025-09-041h 19
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #39: Pedal Testing Heresy? Tone Chasing & Gear NegativityIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan get together again after taking a little summer break and share some insights on what they've been doing, reflect a little on their last episode with Danish Pete and also talk about some current projects and quests. If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #pedalmaker #guitargear #guitar #guitarplayer #thomann #pedalboard #guitarist...
2025-08-211h 06
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #38: Peter "Danish Pete" HonoréIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan have the great pleasure to chat with "Danish Pete" who is arguably one of the most prominent faces in Guitar Youtube land. He recently took a step back from his work with the Anderton's video team to reflect, refresh and look for new ways to create content and interact with people.Pete is going to tell us what he likes about being an influencer and why he always wants to be 100% himself as a content creator. You'll find a few surprises in this conversation and some refreshing views on the guitar gear universe...
2025-07-241h 38
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #37: Good News & Bad NewsIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are looking at some recent product releases, they talk about two major European MI retailers going out of business and they also discuss the heated controversy around social media guitarist Giacomo Turra, who built his social media career by copying other musician's arrangements without giving either credit or royalties...and it gets much worse!If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1...
2025-04-121h 43
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #36: Scott Marquart from StringjoyIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan have the pleasure to talk to Scott Marquart from Stringjoy LLC. Stringjoy makes very high-quality guitar strings and have gained quite a reputation over the years. They talk about the company's beginnings and how they slowly scaled up the business. Guitar strings are such a daily thing and no one seems to be looking deeper into what it takes to manufacture them, so Scott's insights are really interesting and entertaining at the same time.If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making...
2025-04-031h 28
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #35: Emilee CapogniIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan have the pleasure to talk to Emilee Capogni, a California-based content creator who is mostly known for her bass guitar related content on Instagram and has gained a great reputation over the past years. They talk about her history in music, education, playing in bands, NAMM shows, how to deal with social media and its negative sides and much more.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index...
2025-02-061h 50
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #34: Ryan Colgan aka The Tone GeekIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan have the pleasure to talk to Ryan Colgan, who is also known as "The Tone Geek" and runs a website called thetonegeek.com, which is an amazing resource for all things related to John Mayer and his gear collection. Ryan talks about why he started to get obsessed with this topic and also why he decided to share his knowledge. His site also runs a shop, where he sells 1:1 pedal clones of pieces that John Mayer uses (some of them either unobtainable or really expensive), as well as PCBs and faceplates for the...
2025-01-301h 26
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #33: How much are they charging?In this episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about gear youtubers and their pricing & how it affects which companies can be effective with marketing via Youtube. They also take a moment to appreciate that Behringer continues to not give a sh** about naming their copy of a pedal exactly like the original.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144...
2024-11-281h 24
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #32: Hail to the true inventorsIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan explore the differences between some of the original pedal inventors and what builders in this day and age are coming up with. They also talk about the endless copy/repeat behavior of some companies, how others try to hide the fact that they just modded an original unit and why digital is way harder to clone.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https...
2024-11-211h 17
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #31: Roman from Shnobel ToneIn this guest episode, Frank and Jonathan talk to Roman from Shnobel Tone whose Daily Driver has gained a lot of overdrive pedal fans since its first release in early 2020. Although the pedal market has been even more saturated since the pandemic, Shnobel Tone has seen constant growth and managed to keep making pedals the traditional way.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php...
2024-11-131h 38
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #30: The MI industry in hard numbersIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about the current state of the MI industry, only this time they also pull hard numbers out of two Music Trades issues that take a look at 2023 international MI business and the Q2 trend of the US market.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #thomann...
2024-10-131h 21
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #29: Gear Talk Ep.1In this very first news episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about the bankruptcy of Fernandes Guitars, the new Nano Cortex from Neural DSP, more expensive Gibson limited editions and if it really matters where guitars are made.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk #gibson #guitargear #guitartalk #wereback #guitar #pedals #madeinusa #youtuber...
2024-10-0952 min
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #28: Catching up!After a long summer break (and due to lots of changes), Frank and Jonathan are back with another episode of the Tone Lounge Podcast. They're catching up on what happened in the meantime and give some insights on the plans for future episodes.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #geartalk...
2024-10-0454 min
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #27: Henning Pauly aka HP42In this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking with Henning Pauly aka HP42, who is a long-standing gear Youtuber, who has been doing this since 2012. He is also very open and honest about controversial topics, has been transparent about the ways of the MI industry and likes cracking jokes, whenever he can.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#podcast #geartalk...
2024-07-062h 57
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #26: Pedals VS Modeling Multi-FX (our thoughts)In this episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about some recent news items, among them is the new Marshall Celestion 100, the Jeff Beck Tribute Les Paul and how Brexit affects small guitar builders in the UK with their EU and international sales. Then they take one of the viewer suggestions from Antoine, who wanted to get their take on pedalboard versus a modeler, such as the FM9, Helix or Neural DSP Quad Cortex.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
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2024-06-272h 09
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #25: What is it about Marshall amps? Then and today!In this episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about the history and the current state of the Marshall brand, also due to a recent interview with their new CEO, Jeremy de Maillard. They take a trip down history lane, explore the beginnings and talk in depth about why the company is not at the forefront of the amp market anymore.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www...
2024-06-132h 06
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #24: Youtube (dis)honesty!In this episode, Frank and Jonathan talk about an ongoing topic around gear youtubers and honesty. Ryan Bruce (aka Fluff) and Henning Pauly have recently released videos about that. Ryan removed his video after the comment section heated up with lots of negative feedback.
Where does the lack of trust come from? Why are many gear youtubers always being attacked by viewers? We're trying to find out why.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de...
2024-05-312h 06
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #23: Things aren't great right now!In this episode, Frank and Jonathan look at some recent releases, but mainly speak about the current state of MI retail, especially taking into account that Sam Ash Music has recently files for Chapter 11 and will close all of their stores after being in business for 100 years. How did that happen? How many more industry giants are going away in the near future? Things aren't great right now!
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de...
2024-05-241h 22
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #22: News, News, News!!!DISCLAIMER: Thanks to Riverside we had a lot of technical issues with the editing of this video. Small parts of the conversation are missing, but we tried out best to make it work for you.In this episode, Frank and Jonathan go over some current news out of the MI industry, such as new gear releases and interesting statements from influential CEOs of large retailer chains. :)
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https...
2024-05-091h 28
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #21: Gear, Gear, Gear...???In this episode, Frank and Jonathan continue to explore the topic around "knowing your gear", the different angles of spending money on stuff that, after a couple of weeks or months ends up on a marketplace to be sold at a loss. Is that what it's all about?
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid...
2024-05-021h 25
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #20: Janis from Janis PedalsIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking to Janis Altmanis, the builder behind Janis Pedals. In an almost guerrilla-type manner, Janis is gaining more and more popularity in the boutique pedalbuilder scene with his Miesnieks Overdrive, an original design. Janis creates and builds pedals out of love and passion for doing it, not because he's seeking out to be the next JHS or Robert Keeley.
If you wanna find out more about his creations, head over to http://www.janis.lv
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the...
2024-04-111h 15
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #19: Do you know your gear???In this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking about how well musicians actually know their gear, how purchase decisions for gear are triggered and why some people have such a high fluctuation with the stuff they buy. They are also tapping into how gear is purchased today versus how things would work 20-25 years ago.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197https://www.awin1.com/cread.php...
2024-04-041h 29
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #18: Kenzo from NOF CustomsIn this episode Frank and Jonathan are talking with Kenzo from NOF Customs, who made contact with Jonathan at Guitar Summit 2023. Kenzos booth had some really interesting and unique guitar designs, first and foremost, the Banana fret guitar, which uses multiscale fretboard design in an even more ergonomic way than what's currently available from bigger brands.
Kenzo also talks about the challenges of trying to establish a brand from a region like the Philippines, how he became a guitar builder and how he helps other people around him to make a difference for his community.
If you are currently...
2024-03-281h 45
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #17: Guillaume Pille from Two Notes EngineeringIn this episode Frank and Jonathan had the pleasure to talk to Guilllaume Pille, founder and creative head of Two Notes Engineering. Guillaume and Two Notes created an entirely new product category, when they launched the Torpedo VB-101 back in 2008. It was the world's first digital load box & speaker simulation with dynamic IRs. Since then, many other companies have tried to match the Two Notes eco system, but the french company is always one step ahead and keeps on pushing the limits.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support...
2024-03-212h 35
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #16: Brian WamplerIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan had the pleasure to talk with Brian Wampler who has been making pedals a lot longer than some of the guys who are currently floating around the market. Brian has a very accurate and honest view on the industry and also just released the new Wampler Ego76 Compressor.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
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2024-03-141h 56
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #15: Thomas Blug from BluGuitarIn this episode Frank and Jonathan talk to Thomas Blug from @BluGuitar about his life as an active guitar player, inventor, businessman and industry veteran. We talk about the AMP1, which he launched 10 years ago and it really created a complete new product category, with many companies trying to get into the same space. Thomas is going to launch his new AMP X this year and it's going to change the game again.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Th...
2024-03-072h 18
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #14: Who the hell are these guys?In this episode Frank and Jonathan formally introduce themselves, after having recorded 13 podcast episodes on different topics and with a couple of really amazing guests. They talk about their different backgrounds with music, the MI industry and how they got to where they are at this point. They also talk about how they had the idea to start this podcast together.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www...
2024-02-292h 54
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #13: Frank Falbo of Falbo DesignsFrank and Jonathan were fortunate to spend some time in this episode with Frank Falbo of Falbo Design/Falbo Guitars. Not only did he invent and develop a couple of groundbreaking products in the MI industry, such as the Seymour Duncan P-Rail or the Blackout Series, he also had a major part in the development of the Fishman Fluence pickups, which have redefined what active guitar pickups are capable of.If he's not building guitars or consulting for other companies in design & development, you'll find him as a guitar tech on tour with Steve Stevens.
2024-02-222h 47
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #12: Rivera Amps - The Underdog GeniusThis episode of the Tone Lounge Podcast explores the history and impact of Rivera Amps, a brand that is often overlooked in the guitar community. Frank and Jonathan talk about the background of Paul Rivera, the founder of Rivera Amplification, and his work modifying amps for session players. They also highlight the unique features and versatility of Rivera Amps, as well as their use by famous musicians.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links...
2024-02-152h 28
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #11: Remco from Apollo Music PartsIn this episode, Frank and Jonathan are talking to Remco from Apollo Music Parts, who Jonathan got to know and meet and Guitar Summit 2023, whilst wondering through the halls. Remco worked as a chef while still living in the Netherlands, but then learned how to build and repair guitars in Amsterdam.
He then worked in different positions in the MI industry over in Australia, before founding his own company, Apollo Music Parts, creating guitar designs for Harley Benton and inventing problems solvers for guitars and players.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us...
2024-02-082h 30
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #10: NAMM Special EpisodeIn this Frank and Jonathan take a look at some of the new gear releases from NAMM Show 2024, which took place last weekend. They also talk about some of the industry-related news around the show and screen-share all the important stuff with you guys at all time.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#podcast #geartalk #videopodcast #nammshow #nammshow2024 #namm2024 #guitartalk...
2024-01-302h 57
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #9: Eirik from Living Room Gear DemosIn this episode Frank and Jonathan talk to Eirik from Living Room Gear Demos, who has been a content creator on Youtube and other platforms for over 10 years. His unique approach to the creation of videos has brought him a huge audience and the respect of many other creators over the past decade.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#geartalk...
2024-01-251h 53
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #8: Andy Ferris "The Guitar Geek"In this episode Jonathan and Frank are talking to Andy Ferris aka "Guitar Geek", who is arguably one of the most successful guitar youtubers in Europe, mostly know for his very honest and approachable way to entertain and inform his audience on all things related with guitar gear.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate links:
https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=67144&awinaffid=!!!id
#geartalk #podcast #videopodcast #guitartalk #guitargeek #pedal...
2024-01-181h 50
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #7: Richard Oliver from Amplify Creative/Wampler/Boutique Amps DistributionIn this episode, Jonathan and Frank are talking with Richard Oliver, who is the head of Amplify Creative Marketing, a company with many clients in the MI industry. He is doing most of his work with Boutique Amps Distribution and also hosts the Chasing Tone podcast with Brian Wampler.
#geartalk #podcast #videopodcast #guitartalk #pedal #pedalboard #guitar #guitarsdaily #wampler #wamplertumnus #fxpedals #guitargear #marketing #boutiqueamps
2024-01-111h 45
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #6: The year in gear & our Top5 products of 2023In this episode, Frank and Jonathan discuss their top MI gear releases of 2023. They cover a range of products, including Q Pickups, Fender Tone Master Pro, Surfy Bear Fuzz, Two Notes Revolt, B&G Bender, and Soldano Astro 20. They also mention the T-Bone BC500 microphone as a surprising find for podcasting. They conclude by sharing their plans for the podcast in the coming year, including more guest interviews and a weekly release schedule.
#geartalk #podcast #videopodcast #guitartalk #pedal #guitar #guitarsdaily #yearinreview #fxpedals #fxpedals #guitargear #guitargeek #pedalboard #tonelounge
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support...
2023-12-281h 45
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #5: José from Thermion Amps&FXIn this episode Frank and Jonathan are talking with José Martinez from Thermion, a boutique amp & pedal company based in Albacete, Spain. José is a studied electronic engineer, who came to designing his first pedal almost by accident, as he will explain in the first half of the podcast.
Other topics are:
- Reverb's list of best selling pedals and amps 2023
- Guitar Summit versus NAMM Show
- How to stay relevant as a small manufacturer
- Why big companies are still not close enough to their community
- Spain's difficult music scene
- ...and Thermion's amazing products of co...
2023-12-212h 06
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #4: Chris Jupiter from JPTR FXIn this episode Frank and Jonathan welcome their first ever podcast guest: Chris from JPTR FX. He started making pedals a long time ago, but really gained traction after he started selling internationally via @Reverb
JPTR FX is currently the biggest German boutique pedal manufacturer and recently expanded their portfolio with very high-powered amps, as he will explain in this episode.
If you are currently looking for gear and would like to support us making the podcast, consider making your purchase at Thomann through the following affiliate link: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=197
#geartalk #podcast #vi...
2023-12-142h 19
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #3: What is it about VOX Amps?In this episode, Frank and Jonathan discuss new pedals and amps, including the Wampler Tumnus, Boss IR-2, Soldano Astro 20, Alex Lifeson's Mojotone Amps, and Jimmy Page's SunDragon Amps.
They then delve into the main topic of the episode: Vox Amps and their enduring popularity. Frank and Jonathan share their differing opinions on Vox Amps and discuss their unique sound and features. This conversation explores personal experiences with Vox amps, the history of the brand, changes in ownership, innovation and branching out, consumer expectations, reliability issues, and Brian May's rig and the use of Vox amps in modern times.
#geartalk...
2023-12-072h 07
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #2: The current state of the MI industry!Talking about music gear is always fun! But we also need to take a closer look at the state of the MI industry from time to time. Frank and Jonathan are talking in depth about it in this episode, touching some of these points:
- How is the MI industry doing, looking at it from 3 different angles (gear youtuber, pedal builder, MI professional with 26 years of experience)
- How did we get into the current situation?
- What's the scenario like post-pandemic?
- People's decision basis for gear purchases
We're also talking about some recent news stories:
- Harley...
2023-11-302h 11
The Tone Lounge PodcastThe Tone Lounge Podcast #1: Let's do this!In this very first episode of the Tone Lounge Podcast, Frank & Jonathan talk about their recent music gear experiences and touch a few other topics around guitar players, recording at home. Among the topics are:
- VOX Amps AC50
- Klark Teknik CT-1 Mic Booster
- Two Notes Torpedo Captor series
- Impuls responses versus micing a real cab
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