The Tone Mob Podcast

"It's very painful for my wallet to be a musician and not a lawyer." - Dante Frisiello

This conversation is very much based around finding whatever it is that you love. Dante delivers a very, very empowering message about this on this episode and you do not want to miss it! But this isn't just a self help episode, we get into his love for both modeling and tube amps, his love for flashy guitars, mic placement, Impulse Responses, hybrid rigs, structuring your creative space and a whole lot more!

Check out Dante's music on his website https://www.dantefrisiello.com/

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We have got a good one for you this week!

Clark and Cassandra from AmpRx (the makers of BrownBox) share the story of how they met on stage in Nashville as professional musicians, and eventually how they came to run the company. It is definitely not a traditional route to owning a music gear company! (You are going to like this.)

We discuss the clean/dirty power, what problems their products address, troubleshooting noise issues, ELECTRIC VIOLIN, power conditioners, MYSTERY NOISES, favorite pedals, VINTAGE BASS, and a whole lot more!

Check out the AmpRx lineup HERE https://www.brownbox.rocks/

Check out Cassandra's Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/cassandrasotos

Check out Clark's Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/clarksingleton_

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Weather in Tennessee

01:37

The Story of Brown Box and Clark and Cassandra's Involvement

06:16

Acquiring Brown Box and Moving to Nashville

07:24

Having Engineering Background and the Decision to Run Brown Box

10:54

Clark and Cassandra's Background as Musicians

13:19

Discovering Other Skills and Interest in Problem Solving

15:49

Introduction to the Brown Box and AC Voltage Optimization

19:32

Underpowering and Overpowering Amps

21:32

Effects of Voltage Variations on Amp Performance

24:38

Expanding Product Line and Future Plans

26:21

Importance of Power Conditioning and Voltage Optimization

27:16

Power Filtering and Manipulation

35:33

Electric Violin and Bass Gear Setups

43:35

Importance of Grounding and Noise Interference

49:40

Favorite Boss Pedals

52:00

Exploring Signal Splitting with the LS1 Pedal

54:36

Stereo Setups and Effects Loop

55:30

The Most Popular Boss Pedal: The Tuner

56:10

The DS1 Pedal: Great Distortion Sound

58:43

Favorite Overdrive Pedals

01:01:58

Favorite Pizza: Classic Margarita and Italian Sausage

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On today's episode I'm talking to Jack Brunson, the founder and owner of one the country's raddest guitar stores in the country, Jack's Guitarcheology. We dive right into his story and Jack shares his journey from growing up in rural Kentucky, to working at Mario Guitars and eventually starting his own guitar store.

We chat talk about their eclectic tastes in guitars and the joy of finding unique and unusual gear. Jack also reflects on the challenges and rewards of running a guitar business and offers advice for aspiring guitar store owners.

Guitar stores can become hubs for their local music communities and we discuss the importance of building a community around a music retail store and how important that is to focus on for success in music retail.

Rubber bridges, making the switch to full time self employment, and a whole lot more on this episode. Enjoy!

Check out Jack's website HERE: https://www.jacksguitarcheology.com/

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This week I have a long overdue episode out for you with my dude Phillip Carter from The 40 Watt Podcast. Phillip and I have recorded on numerous occasions on both his show, and as guests on The Guitar Nerds.

So I actually knew Phillip's personality pretty well, but what I didn't know was his story, so we dive right into that on this episode!

The conversation covers the topics of self-perception as a musician, redefining success, finding passion, and the art of podcasting. We get into into the mindset of musicians, the concept of success, and the importance of pursuing one's true passion.

Check out Phillip on The 40 Watt Podcast HERE https://40wattpodcast.com/

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I know that you love guitar, but have you ever loved guitar so much that caused you to get a .9 GPA? Or were you ever voted "3rd most whipped" by your friends? (But not to a significant other, but to GUITAR?)

Mike Cole suddenly fell in love with guitar seemingly out of nowhere, and when it happened, he knew he had found his life's work. That said, his story didn't shake out quite how he was imagining when he first started bending those six strings.

On this episode, we discuss just HOW Mike got his start on guitar YouTube, what he's learned on that journey, the difficulties that come with it, the evils of telecom companies and a whole lot more!

Check out Mike's YouTube channel HERE https://www.youtube.com/@mikecole4489

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The Mighty Joe Branton has returned to The Tone Mob Podcast! It is a happy occasion indeed!

On this episode, Joe and Blake talk about the evolution of their podcasts and the importance of newer creators finding a niche. (Joe drops some good wisdom on that particular point).

Somehow the dudes also touch on, of all things, SPORTS. (Don't worry, that is short lived.)

Joe shares his current musical inspiration and his band's approach to writing and recording. They also discuss the use of vintage-inspired gear and the dynamics of bass in a band. In this conversation, Joe Branton and Blake discuss their preferences and experiences with bass guitars and amplifiers. They explore the different tones and effects they enjoy, as well as their favorite brands and models. Joe shares his love for vintage bass sounds and his desire to incorporate them into his music.

Joe even goes as far as to help Blake out with a bass centric problem that many guitarists-turned-bassists run into... What bass amp to buy?

All of this and more on this very low-end focused episode of The Tone Mob Podcast!

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Podcasting

08:05

The Evolution of Podcasting and Music

22:47

Finding Inspiration and Obsessions

26:25

The Dynamics of Bass in a Band

31:23

Exploring Bass Tones and Effects

32:00

Incorporating Vintage Bass Sounds

35:19

The Importance of Bass Tone in a Song

42:30

Options for Recording Bass

49:38

Recommended Bass Amplifier Brands

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You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy

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Mike Love shares his journey as a musician and how he got into live looping. He talks about the importance of being present and connected with the audience during performances. He also discusses the role of meditation in his music and how it helps him stay focused and centered. Michael emphasizes the power of music to bring people together and create a shared experience. In this conversation, Michael Love discusses the importance of physical, spiritual, and mental health in music. He shares how he incorporates warmups, meditation, and fasting into his routine to stay connected to his music and take care of himself. Michael also reflects on the self-destructive tendencies that many musicians experience and the importance of self-care. He talks about the evolution of his music from arranging for a big band to performing with a stripped-down setup and the impact it has had on his songwriting. Michael also shares details about his upcoming album trilogy and tours.

Check out Mike's music on the usual streaming platforms and on his website HERE https://mikelovemusic.com/

Keywords

music, live looping, pedals, solo gig, meditation, presence, audience connection, music, health, warmups, meditation, fasting, self-care, self-destructive tendencies, songwriting, album trilogy, tours

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Discovery of Michael Love's Work

01:36

The Start of Michael's Musical Journey

06:38

Expanding the Pedal Board and Experimenting with Effects

10:54

Improving Sound Quality and Control in Live Performances

15:20

The Importance of Presence and Energy in Live Shows

23:59

Incorporating Meditation into Performances

30:49

The Universal Power of Music

32:46

The Importance of Health in Music

36:22

Navigating Self-Destructive Tendencies

42:20

From Big Band Arrangements to Stripped-Down Performances

45:16

The Power of Looping in Live Performances

56:43

Introducing the Album Trilogy: 'Leaders', 'Teachers', and 'Healers'

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Once in a while the Patrons of this podcast tell me that one of the bonus episodes NEEDS to be released publicly, and when Phil McKnight came on late last year that happened again! I received a bunch of messages telling me that this bonus episode should NOT be behind closed doors, and if the Patrons ask I need to deliver.

If you aren't familiar with Phil, he is one of the most successful guitar gear content creators of our time, and has a wealth of knowledge about many aspects of this weird industry. You should definitely listen to his first appearance on the podcast. Just scroll back in your feed a bit, and it'll be there!

So here is the Patreon bonus episode with Phil, and we get down to business on this one. The business of guitar stores, the business of guitar YouTube, the business of guitar brands. You are going to dig it!

Make sure you check out Phil over on his YouTube channel HERE https://www.youtube.com/c/PhillipMcKnight

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Are bass players actually more important than guitarists? Do we need to thin out our guitar sound? Do thru-hole pedals sound better than SMT based guitar effect technology? Can you play music using a saw blade?

On this episode Blake and Mr Glyn discuss their current projects and collaborations. We also into the world of guitar pickups, exploring topics such as different core types, the impact of string materials on tone, and the importance of context in shaping a guitar's sound.

We also touch on the psychology of playing expensive guitars and the role of experimentation in finding the right instrument. In this conversation, Mr Glyn discusses his love for guitars, his move to New Zealand, and his experience as a guitar repairer. He shares his passion for different types of pickups and the importance of the magnetic field in shaping the sound.

Oh yeah, and DOOM METAL. We get into that too.

Check out Glyn's work on his website HERE: https://mrglynspickups.com/

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Current Projects

10:49

The Role of Context in Shaping a Guitar's Sound

39:28

The Influence of Pickups and the Magnetic Field

45:53

Exploring the Genre of Doom Metal

54:55

From the UK to New Zealand: A Guitar Journey

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I imagine that you have probably heard a song called Youth Of A Nation? Well Marcos definitely gets into the story around that song!

We start off with a HEAVY dose of nostalgia with Blake telling the story of "P.O.D. on the Pepsi. box" and Marcos diving into some San Diego bands.

Marcos discusses the music scene and the diverse range of genres that have emerged from the city. He talks about the importance of creating a unique sound and vibe as a musician, drawing inspiration from bands like Black Sabbath, Metallica, and Soundgarden. Marcos also emphasizes the need for musicians to be open-minded and experimental in their approach to music, and expresses his hope for a resurgence of originality in heavy music.

Marcos emphasizes the need for artists to take risks and follow their own vision, rather than simply imitating what is popular. But ALSO the blessing/curse combination that comes with having an original sound.

DJing, tube amps, songwriting, the role of producers, staying true to yourself, and a WHOLE lot more on this episode!

Check out Marcos' DJ Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mark3yt05/?igsh=d2xpZDJkc3Rwb2Jw

Check out Marcos' personal Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/officialmarcoscuriel?igsh=YXU0MmRvYjkyYW15

P.O.D. Website HERE: https://payableondeath.com/

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You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy

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