In Episode 3.8 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Freeman Arthur, who is known worldwide for boosting the profile and appeal of the pedal-steel guitar. He is an active session musician and has performed/recorded with artists across diverse genres.

Links: Freeman Arthur

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In Episode 3.7 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by renowned guitar historian/author and Vintage Guitar contributor Dave Hunter. Dave is the most-prolific writer in the field of guitar and amplifier tone, and he’s a terrific musician. Ram and Dave discuss why you don’t need expensive gear to make great music. It’s all about tone!

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In Episode 3.6 of Buy That Guitar, presented by Vintage Guitar magazine, host Ram Tuli is joined by J Mascis of Dinosaur Jr.  Known for his “monolithic” riffs, extensive use of fuzz, feedback, and distortion, Mascis ranks #74 on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Guitarists”. His guitar of choice has always been the Fender Jazzmaster. He explains why in this podcast.

Links: J Mascis

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In Episode 3.5 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Tony Nagy, manager of the repair shop at Gruhn Guitars. Vintage instruments, prized for their unique sound and craftsmanship, require specific repairs due to age, wear, and construction. Tony and Ram discuss maintenance considered essential to keep Golden Era instruments sounding and playing their best.

Links: Gruhn Guitars

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In Episode 3.4 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Steve “Frog” Forgey of Elderly Instruments. Forgey has been at Elderly Instruments since the early ’90s and is a longtime member of the VG Price Guide Advisory Panel. They discuss the new and used flat-top market, focusing on boutique brands such as Collings, Bourgeois, Larrivee, and Santa Cruz.

Links: Elderly Instruments

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In Episode 3.3 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Redd Volkaert, one of modern country’s foremost pickers. Any fan of Western swing and honky-tonk is likely familiar with his work, which masterfully blends country, blues, jazz, and rock. The “Titan of the Telecaster” explains what makes it his favorite git-tar.

Links: Redd Volkaert

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In Episode 3.2 of “Buy That Guitar,” presented by Vintage Guitar magazine, host Ram Tuli engages with Binky Philips, a notable New York-based rock musician, guitarist, songwriter, and journalist. Known for his enduring presence in the city’s music scene since the early 1970s, Binky shares his experiences during a transformative era of musical creativity and cultural upheaval. The conversation also explores Binky’s iconic guitar collection.

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In Episode 3.1 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by longtime VG contributor Willie G. Moseley, who describes himself as a “stereotypical Babyboomer guitar lover.” They discuss lesser-known instruments made by Robin, Mosrite, and Peavey, then address the challenges in downsizing their guitar collections.

Links: Vintage Guitar magazine

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Episode 10 of “Buy That Guitar” features Chuck Mahar, of Mahar’s Vintage Guitars. With host Ram Tuli, he digs into historic amp brands that deliver the same magic and tone as the most-coveted vintage Fenders and Marshalls, but can be found at a fraction of the cost - from Gibson, Ampeg, Vox, and Orange to Mesa-Boogie, Supro, DeArmond, and HiWatt.

Links: Mahar’s Vintage Guitars

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The Gibson Les Paul. In Episode 2.9 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Michael Slubowski, administrator of the Les Paul Forum. Michael has played and collected Les Pauls for most of his life, and together they dive into the beauty and history of Gibson’s most-revered guitar.

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