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The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 240: Arm in ArmJim and David discuss various music business related topics and the launch of the Blackstar St. James line of amplifiers.  2022-05-242h 12The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 236: Hard Woods?Jim and David discuss recent tonewood experiments. David gives the Amp1 a thorough discussion. 2022-04-071h 55The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 234: Tubes Doomed ReduxDavid and Jim discuss the continuing news on the tube shortage and how it will effect guitar players. David has bought an Amp1 Mercury Edition, and Jim and David discuss the Gibson Theodore. 2022-03-221h 53The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp 225: Social Eric RutherfordJim and David discuss Social Media Toxicity, Eric Clapton's recent behavior, and Mike Rutherford's recent appearance in Guitar World online articles. 2021-11-092h 00The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 223: Free Bird!Jim and David talk about artificially inflated prices, and 3 pedals you need. 2021-10-131h 58The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 218: David Has BirdsDavid and Jim talk about birds, perfection, tonebenders, and klons. 2021-07-291h 49The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp 216: The Boutique Burn-DownJim and David discuss the Boutique Amp Distribution fire, a wood crisis, a bad purchase decision, and what exactly is going on with Mesa Boogie and it's dealers. 2021-06-171h 24The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp 214: Home Sweet HomeJim and David talk about budget guitars, Vince Neil and some of Jim's past purchases. 2021-06-022h 15The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristInterview - Anthony RosanoJim and David chat with Anthony Rosano about the Acoustasonic. 2021-04-222h 07The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp. 209: Guitar AcrobaticsJim and David discuss EVH and steam consciousness in a previously unreleased episode from February. 2021-04-062h 13The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEp 190: Boredom KillsJim and David follow a stream of consciousness that includes the Captor X, Market discussion, and David thinking Fender is publicly traded when it wasn't. [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/practicalguitarist Twitter: @practguitarist Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/ Buy logo merchandise to support the show @ Threadless: https://practicalguitaristpodcast.threadless.com 2020-09-291h 32The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEpisode 188: One More TimeDavid and Jim recover the podcast after a few failed attempts. David talks about a Taylor GS Mini from Reverb and Jim talks about the Spark and Helix. David also discusses finding an acoustic that fits his needs. 2020-08-241h 36The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEpisode 186: Solid State Is DeadDavid and Jim talk about Reverb's recent price hike, the Purple Plexi Kemper Profile Pack from Tone Junkie, and some Facebook Marketplace ads.   00:35 - David and Jim talk about the Reverb charge increase. 23:00 - Jim talks about Marketplace Ad 1. 36:00 - David talks about the Purple Plexi profiles and demonstrates them while discussing the new Bogner 3534 43:00 - Fender Tonemaster Twin -- Volume, Distortion, and well designed Solid state amps.   [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/practicalguitarist...2020-08-021h 17The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEpisode 184: Coronal Mass EjectionJim and David discuss the ongoing effects of Coronavirus--and guitar. [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/practicalguitarist Twitter: @practguitarist Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/ Buy logo merchandise to support the show @ Threadless: https://practicalguitaristpodcast.threadless.com 2020-07-161h 16The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEpisode 183: Gilmour Versus WatersJim and David discuss current events effecting the July 4th (guitar) holiday. David and Jim also talk about Music that inspires them that's not directly guitar related. Jim explains to David just how ridiculous the age old combat between Gilmour and Waters really is. [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/practicalguitarist Twitter: @practguitarist  Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/ Buy logo merchandise to support the show @ Threadless: https://practicalguitaristpodcast.thread...2020-07-081h 44The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristEpisode 181: Wrecking Gearfest 3.1 with Vinyl Records and CDsJim and David Gearfest Pre-game, the Wrecking Crew, the longevity of Vinyl Records and the CD formats. [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLMKw8oQyf9L6KnABkQiAZw Twitter: @practguitarist Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/ 2020-06-252h 04The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristNothing To ProveDavid gets something new. Jim and David briefly discuss Fulltone again. David brings up some mind bending rigs.  Episode 180 [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLMKw8oQyf9L6KnABkQiAZw Twitter: @practguitarist  Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/ Buy logo merchandise to support the show @ Threadless: https://practicalguitaristpodcast.threadless.com 2020-06-181h 46The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristCultural StewJim and David discuss how Joe Rogan's podcast deal impacts the music industry and also the new DMCA findings. David talks about local culture. [Content] Podcast: http://podcast.practicalguitarist.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLMK... Twitter: @practguitarist  Instagram: practicalguitarist [Support The Show] Donate monthly to support the show in $1 increments @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Practicalguitarist/... Buy logo merchandise to support the show @ Threadless: https://practicalguitaristpodcast.threadless.com 2020-05-271h 21The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristWith Video, FinallyDavid and Jim simulcast. David talks about cables, Jim talks about cable technology. David and Jim talk about the first riffs they learned. Podcast URL: https://podcast.practicalguitarist.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PracticalGuitarist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicalguitarist Email us at questions@practicalguitarist.com 2020-05-141h 50The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJim's GarageDavid and Jim giveaway a guitar. David complains about Fractal's business practices. Jim and David discuss Fuzz history.  2020-05-071h 52The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristAre David and Jim Practical?David and Jim discuss how they have deviated from the show's origins and quickly start talking about practicing and breaking out of your shell if you're an intermediate guitarist. 2020-04-151h 57The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristRick Dillinger Escape PlanJim and David talk about the varieties of tonewoods that have been available. David ostracizes Jim because he can. 2020-04-091h 46The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristUgly QuarantineJim and David continue to discuss Covid 19's impact on musicians. David talks about bringing ugly back, and Jim provides feedback and examples. 2020-03-261h 54The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristBox It UpDavid and Jim discuss cabinet options in the modern era. Jim talks about life at guitar center. David teases Jim. 2020-01-102h 15The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDavid Has a ProblemDavid and Jim discuss an industry that refuses to change. David is having a tonal crisis. 2020-01-021h 39The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristMil Spec Christmas EveJim and David do an episode during Christmas Eve. Not a ton of Christmas content. David shops during the episode, and they cover some countdown lists from Guitar World magazine.  2019-12-241h 50The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFactory RecallJim and David ramble about Jim's new guitar and amp. 2019-12-231h 10The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristWhen Black Friday ComesJim and David discuss David's musical endeavors for the week, Jim's new guitar (again!?) and the acoustic market. David sort of retracts his statements about the Acoustasonic.  2019-12-052h 00The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJim Goes SoloDavid talks over a fan about why he can't (but somehow managed too) appear in an episode he isn't supposed to be in. Jim talks about Gibson (probably) and Great Lakes Guitar Pickups (hopefully). David might return in a future episode (like next week even). Being vague; listen to find out why (Clickbait). Enjoying parenthesis with periods following them (yup). 2019-10-0332 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristCircle of FilthJim and David talk about the circle of fifths and a probably make a ton of mistakes in terminology.  2019-09-262h 05The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFuneral BeerJim and David spend most of an episode talking about Music personalities who have passed. David brings up Gibson's headstock tweet and talks about his first (worst) acoustic set in 10 years. David offends his own culture... 2019-09-192h 11The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristMastering And Countering The Firebird XJim and David discuss Gibson's destruction of guitars. They also discuss The Fender Tonemaster series of amplifiers and the Cyber Deluxe. Valued Gear: Ibanez SM7 2019-08-081h 58The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Return Of Jim - KemperpaloozaDavid and Jim reunite--and it feels so good. David rubs the Kemper in Jim's face and they talk about Gibson some more.  2019-07-091h 47The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristIs Gibson So Sweet - Sweetwater Gearfest RecapDavid talks about how fun Sweetwater Gearfest was. Jim and David discuss Gibson. 2019-06-261h 25The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGearfest Pregame Special - Jim Is Going To Buy A Harley BentonGearfest pre-game special episode. David and Jim test their new software, ramble for a bit, and then talk about Harley Benton. 2019-06-201h 14The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGuitar Max: Professional Guitarist and Youtuber Maxxxwell CarlisleJim and David sit down with Maxxxwell Carlisle. Maxxxwell, also known as Guitar Max has been pumping out youtube content for quite some time when he isn't on the road with Hellion or Raptor Command.  Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/MaxxxwellC Website - http://www.maxxxwell.com/ Hellion - https://hellion.us/ Raptor Command - http://raptorcommandmusic.com/ 2019-06-181h 25The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristTheater of Dreams (The Allergy Attack)Jim and David muddle through an episode containing gear nonsense and an insightful look at what Jim and David are listening too. Jim and David sniffle a lot too. 2019-05-291h 20The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFirst World ProblemsJim and David try to be wise; hilarity ensues. 2019-05-211h 34The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGetting Along with a DeArmondJim and David talk fantasies, ugly disconnects with fellow musicians, and DeArmonds. If you've downloaded this episode previous to 5/9/2019, delete the file and re-download for the complete episode! 2019-05-101h 35The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristOpen Chords On A 3000 Dollar GuitarJim and David rant and rave about beginners spending $3k+ on a guitar. David discusses making the switch to the windows audio world (again) and Jim laughs as he uses his inhaler. Jim and David discuss another alternate universe Fender model and wind up talking about Chinese Democracy and The Police again. 2019-04-231h 53The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristKobayashi MaruDavid and Jim attempt to tackle the un-tackleable--a show without specified topics. They discuss David's Kiesel, Jim's possible new purchases, alternate tunings, and why John Mayer is not David's favorite guitarist. 2019-03-262h 19The Practical GuitaristThe Practical Guitarist10000 Downloads SpecialYay! Join Jim and David, along with several fans as we celebrate the 10,000th download of Practical Guitarist Episodes! Thank you to everyone who has helped make this possible. We're not even close to being done with forcing Jim and David to podcast for eternity. Seriously, we're planning on nailing them into pine boxes with their microphones on. Podcast or die.  2019-03-122h 26The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFour Cabling with Latent MachinesJim and David discuss the four cable method, latency in digital gear, and modern drum machine/jam track alternatives.  2019-03-052h 09The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGuitar Maintenance ValuesJim and David talk guitar Maintenance, the HXFX and Manufacturer suggested prices. 2019-02-261h 48The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristWe Actually Play GuitarImagine that? Jim and David actually sit down and play guitars for the audience as they explore groove and talk about Stevie T, CLF Research and other things. (as usual) Oh yeah, and there's that pickup giveaway thing... 2019-02-122h 05The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSteven Miller ReturnsSteven Miller returns, this time he talks with Jim and David about all the troubling human element issues of recording as well as his own new endeavors.  2019-01-291h 42The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristAn Open MicJim and David discuss Open Mics, guilty pleasure gear, and pedal cloning. 2019-01-222h 03The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFrom The TrunkJim and David talk about a plethora of guitar topics this week. First, they riff on the 10 amps beginners should avoid. Second, Jim brings up his G-System woes, and David talks about his own Helix revival. Eddie Trunk's behavior/demeanor is discussed at the end. 2019-01-152h 06The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristAppreciation of MusicJim and David start season 2. The Practical Guitarists discuss artists who have not (and have) changed with the times. David and Jim share experiences with the Nextone and some competing practice amps. Jim leads a discussion on changing keys of a song for live performances. The Practical Guitarists discuss the differences between loving music and appreciating it. 2018-12-182h 05The Practical GuitaristThe Practical Guitarist100th Episode SpectacleJim and David celebrate 100 episodes by doing their thing! 2018-12-141h 38The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDon't Get Screwed - Holiday StyleJim and David talk about how to survive the holidays as a gigging musician. 2018-12-111h 04The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristMonetary ValuesJim and David talk with Robert Jackson of Robert's Guitar Dungeon about youtube monetization, Panama amps, and David makes a bunch of vague references to the fuzzfactory accidentally using the term fuzz face interchangeably.  Roberts Guitar Dungeon https://www.youtube.com/user/BCRichGuitarDude 2018-12-071h 29The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGuitarist Holiday Gifts 2018Jim and David discuss common guitarist holiday gifts--again. 2018-12-0453 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristLittle Ozzy: Tribute BandJim and David interview Little Ozzy, a southern tribute band for the Ozzman himself. Little Ozzy is Vocalist:Lin Doak Guitarist: Max Frye Bassist: Terry Hudgens Drummer: Zach Ballard Little Ozzy URLS for website and Social Media https://www.littleozzyrocks.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOWo4RaWS0DZq391T08RNyw https://www.instagram.com/littleozzydoak/ https://twitter.com/littleozzydoak https://www.facebook.com/littleozzyrocks Max Frye's URLS https://www.maxfrye.com   2018-11-301h 23The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristTechnical Difficulties: Moment of ZenJim and David have a lot of technical issues recording the show, talk about a review troll, and argue.  2018-11-221h 15The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristUncomfortably NumbJim and David talk about Kiss, crappy people, and assorted extended guitar solos. 2018-11-151h 06The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristVeteran's DayJim and David talk about War and music. Jim recounts being in the service, and David talks about the political philosophies that have driven music.  2018-11-121h 27The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristProfessional Guitarist & Instructor - Steve StineJim and David Interview Steve Stine. https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemusiclessons https://guitarzoom.com https://www.facebook.com/stevestineguitar https://www.stevestineofficial.com/   2018-10-301h 10The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristA Practical Revolution (Once More Around The Sun)Jim and David celebrate in style with members of the Facebook group and friends of the show.  2018-10-262h 34The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDavid's Rage - Recording AnniversaryDavid discusses his evil bay mistake and Jim rambles about ugly Epiphone headstocks and the costs of Gibson and Fenders. 2018-10-181h 36The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Tone Is In Your What?David and Jim pay tribute to fallen friends, and then talk about the most dangerous topics guitar forums have ever seen. Jim and David also discuss players grade vintage guitars and pricing. 2018-10-091h 03The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristBad-Ass Bridges & Nut SauceJim and David talk about guitar hardware. 2018-09-271h 14The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristFacebook and AuditionsJim and David talk about using Social Media to promote music and the Audition Process. 2018-09-181h 09The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSupergroups and MuzakJim and David read about Supergroups and later David loses his mind. 2018-09-131h 20The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGuitar Kung Fu Bullsh*tJim and David discuss how to master guitar. David fights mystical barriers that musicians use to describe things to others. Jim also talks about ordering gear from small builders. David talks more about the Fillmore. Jim talks about using an EQ pedal. Harley Benton brown--listen to find out what that means. https://youtu.be/OiQybxgx270 2018-09-061h 25The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSong of Our People: A Study In Live PerformanceJim and David discuss live performance pitfalls and stories. Jim reminisces about playing music while being in the military. David sings a melody. 2018-09-041h 22The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristWhat's In Your Gig Bag?Jim and David discuss a previous topic as well as what's in your gig bag. 2018-08-281h 17The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristNic Bongers - Great Lakes Guitar PickupsJim and David address a facebook discussion about whether guitar pickups matter in the grand scheme of things with Guitar Pickup Builder Nic Bongers of Great Lakes Guitar Pickups. To find out more about Great Lakes Guitar Pickups: https://sites.google.com/a/oakland.edu/greatlakesguitarpickups/ https://www.facebook.com/GreatLakesGuitarPickups/ Nic is also a guitarist for https://www.facebook.com/DetroitRockCityKISStribute/ Now shutup and place your orders! 2018-08-231h 33The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJim's Big Blue OneJim talks about the Amp1 from BluGuitar and David bitches about year of no gear. A discussion of Greta Van Fleet and their compatriots happens.  Check out The Darkness single: Solid Gold https://youtu.be/ZGoh-drn2iQ 2018-08-211h 20The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJim Reads FacebookJim Reads from Facebook. David eats a burrito while being hunted by the townsfolk over in the Helix group.  2018-08-161h 21The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristOrnithological Guitar Safari to The BlackstarJim and David discuss an almost acquisition that almost happened as well as the new Ibanez AZ series. Hilarity ensues--well not really, but they laughed a lot. 2018-08-141h 21The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Theory Of EverythingJim and David have a lengthy discussion about theory and the P. Melter V. 2 and it's 60 Cycle Parody. 2018-08-091h 08The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristOverdrives That Have Grown Fuzzy Distortion Feat. The White WhaleJim and David answer some listener questions. David plays Ahab and Jim plays Final Fantasy IV.  2018-08-071h 20The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJim's SheronaA stranger calls Jim. David screws up the intro. Jim and David discuss logistics and future plans for videos in the near future. General Purpose fun! 2018-08-021h 08The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDavid Hill Vs The World: AddendumDavid and Jim revisit one of the topics from the previous episode due to information that was left out and/or needs/needed additional clarification. 2018-07-3110 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDavid Hill Vs. The World: Used Car Confidence from TTK, Ed Roman, and KieselDavid squares off with everyone who appears to be out to rob, mislead, and generally be un-deserving of trust from the general public. Jim listens--OK he participates too. TTK -- Please avoid watching--you'll just give him credibility and money from views. https://youtu.be/9R8IC8QNUV8 2018-07-311h 10The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristA New Era In Practicality or Current EventsJim and David discuss future plans for the podcast and their greatfullness to the audience. Jim brings up the unspeakable and the pair end the episode discussing another youtuber with an affinity for paper towel. Support the show: Donate as little as $1 per month via Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/practicalguitarist   YouTube Clips mentioned in the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=De_gwfhhna0&t=1177s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ7MvSEZFeM 2018-07-261h 40The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDon Faulk: Veteran Musician and Recording EngineerJim and David sit down and talk with Don Faulk about his musical life-story. Don Faulk was a member of the Nightlighters with a local hit single called "Set Me Free" back in the 1960s. Faulk has remained in the industry for decades creating music and working with other artists as an engineer and musician.  You can see some of Don's music discussed in the episode: https://youtu.be/pJ81lYWYyJg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zp1hBIcSSc https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClx8T0EAOVbP0xFly1YkImA https://www.youtube.com/u...2018-07-2400 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristDocumentary Now: Favorite Concert DVDs and Music DocumentariesJim and David discuss their favorite live DVDs and Music documentaries.  2018-07-1953 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Fall of ShengzeJim and David discuss the demise of Shengze and recent news in the world of Practical Guitarist Podcast. Jim and David are struggling with #yearofnogear. Jim also gives David the middle finger several times.   ED SHEERAN VS. MARVIN GAYE LAWSUIT: Let's Compare! https://youtu.be/0kt1DXu7dlo   2018-07-171h 40The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristJodie Trivedi: Guitarist and Calendar ModelJim and David interview guitarist & calendar model Jodie Trivedi.  2018-07-0355 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristA Class On AmplificationHey listeners! Jim and David are back to talk about different classes of Amplifiers, and what they really mean in laymans terms. The episode turns vintage when they start discussing what features are seperating amps in an increasingly boutique world. 2018-06-281h 02The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSweetwater Gearfest 2018Sweetwater Gearfest 2018. It needs no hype. Jim and David, discuss David's experiences there.  2018-06-261h 06The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristCan You Hear The Difference?Are tonal differences real or imagined? Is tone in the fingers? Jim and David attack these topics and more! 2018-06-211h 04The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Hardest Year?James Woodard and David Hill embark on the hardest quest known to guitar players. For one year, they will attempt to outlast one another on new-gear purchases. David even commits to putting up a new pedal until the year is up.  It's going to get ugly folks. Jim and David focus on what they currently own, and discuss the issues they will suffer during this trying time. Life will suck.   2018-06-191h 01The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristThe Original Cover ShowdownJim and David square off on what takes more skill, covers or originals. The gloves are off folks.  2018-06-1456 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristAre You a Fret Fan?Jim and David talk about intonation, semantics, and fan-frets...     and this guy: https://youtu.be/LDrwqPgAGF4 2018-06-0458 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristWhat Are You Thinking Boss?Jim and David talk about Boss Pedals--including but not limited too the DS-1, MT-2, and GT-1000. David describes Atlas-Stands before celebrating some classic music.   Brian Wampler's Metalzone Madness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJAFSrWvgHI 2018-06-011h 03The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSilence Of The LambsJim and David go full on-insane. David rambles about compression, gain staging and more. Jim participates.   80/240/750/2200/6600 are the positions on the Mesa 5 Band EQ. 2018-05-181h 05The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristNo News Is Good NewsJim and David talk about: The MXR Dynacomp, the elephant in the proverbial elephant in the guitar-room and guitar finishes. 2018-05-0959 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristRobo PairsDavid and Jim talk about the old Fender Cyber-Twin and the allure of various Fender amps. David and Jim also throw-down about fuzz, and why Jim is so silly for not owning fuzz. Jim gets therapy. 2018-04-3059 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristGung-Ho!David talks about his trip through Sam Ash--playing every modeller he could touch. Jim talks about his excellent Gibson customer service. Jim and David later talk about overseas manufacturing and the dropping of two atomic bombs on the Japanese. 2018-04-261h 07The Practical GuitaristThe Practical Guitarist...Club This Baby SealJim and David are back--and on cloud 9. There is audio violence (yelling) discussion of new and potential products from Line 6. David talks smack about a local music store with their "advertised free setups." Learn about the legendary Peavey VTM. Listen to the Practical Guitarists yet again! 2018-04-201h 03The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristPractical (and small) AmpsJim and David respond to listener questions via email, the facebook group and beyond. Special thanks to those who submitted their questions! Which is better, the Katana or a Bassbreaker 007? Is a PA Speaker/Modeller appropriate for someone jamming at home? How hard is it to talk about theory? All these questions are answered in a way.  Stay Practical! 2018-04-1147 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristMiscellaneous MischiefJim and David go nuts. At what point do you get a case over a gig-bag, modifying guitars, shooting guitars, and more. 2018-04-081h 05The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristIn Theory... (Slum Dog Chilionaire)Jim and David talk theory and appoaches while making crude jokes. 2018-04-051h 02The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristRegarding Henry (Juszkiewicz)Jim and David talk about Glassdoor.com reviews of Gibson Guitars. They also tackle Gibson's CEO Henry Juszkiewicz, and his unorthodox approach to dealing with Gibson's financial problems. Celebrate the end (yeah, whatever) of Gibson with The Practical Guitarists. 2018-03-0748 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristCustomer ServitudeJim and David cover customer service situations and talk about a future topic inadvertantly.  2018-03-0340 minThe Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristSteven Miller - Engineer and ProducerJim and David sit down and chat with Steven Miller, producer/engineer. The topics of discussion include, studio equipment, production philosophy, click tracks, auto-tuning and recording tricks and tips. Stay tuned after the episode for a selection of Steven Miller's projects. 1.) Patient Zero - So Dark 2.) Slaghead - Thanatonaut 3.) I, Ohms - Rise 4.) Vomit Stain - Internal Extirpation 5.) Sinister X - Six Feet Down Steven Miller Recording Facebook.com/stevenmillerrecording stevenmillermusic2@gmail.com Steven's Bands www.vomitstain.com Slaghead.bandcamp...2018-02-191h 21The Practical GuitaristThe Practical GuitaristTools of all kindsJim and David talk about learning tools and how things have changed over time. What's your favorite learning tool? 2017-12-0153 min