The Tone Mob Podcast

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April 22, 2024"Scared Myself Into Doing Music" w/ Jon Deiley of Northlane
In this conversation, Blake interviews Jon Deiley from Northlane about his journey in music. They discuss topics such as starting a band, the challenges of pursuing a career in music, and the evolution of their gear and recording techniques. Jon shares his experiences with different studios, amps, and effects pedals, highlighting the importance of finding the right sound for their music. They also touch on the rise of digital modeling and the convenience it offers in terms of portability and versatility. In this conversation, Blake and Jon discuss the benefits of recording a DI (direct input) signal when tracking guitars. They highlight how a DI signal allows for flexibility in reamping and experimenting with different tones later on. The conversation takes a turn as they share personal experiences with eye injuries and the importance of protecting one's hearing.
Takeaways
Starting a band and pursuing a career in music can be challenging, but with dedication and passion, it is possible to succeed.
Finding the right gear, including amps and effects pedals, is crucial in creating the desired sound for a band's music.
The rise of digital modeling has made it easier to achieve a wide range of sounds and offers convenience in terms of portability and versatility.
Balancing creativity and the business side of music is essential for long-term success.
Recording a DI (direct input) is important for flexibility and allows for experimentation with different tones and effects in post-production. Recording a DI signal when tracking guitars provides flexibility for reamping and experimenting with different tones later on.
Protecting one's eyes and hearing is crucial to avoid injuries and long-term damage.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
07:57
Starting a Band and Gear Evolution
24:55
The Rise of Digital Modeling
28:53
Balancing Creativity and the Business Side of Music
30:57
The Importance of Recording a DI
32:13
Recording a DI Signal for Flexibility
33:39
The Importance of Hard Drive Space
39:13
Protecting Your Eyes and Ears
54:49
Favorite Boss Pedals and Pizza Preferences
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1 hr 7 min
April 15, 2024 Is The Internet All Bad? w/ Matt of Mule Resophonic Guitars
In this conversation, Blake and Matt Eich discuss the growth of Mule Resonator Guitars and the development of the Mavis guitar. (The first wooden Mule guitar build!) We explore the importance of unique sounds and the balance between innovation and expression in instrument design.
We also discuss the unique experience of building musical instruments and the emotional impact they have on people. They explore the feeling of creating something that becomes a tool for artistic expression and the responsibility that comes with it. They also delve into their shared interests outside of music, such as jujitsu and fly fishing, and the similarities in the flow state experienced in these activities. They emphasize the importance of being present and fully engaged in whatever they are doing. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the benefits and challenges of pursuing a passion full-time.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction
03:22
The Development of the Mavis Guitar
08:32
The Importance of Unique Sounds
13:48
Balancing Innovation and Expression in Instrument Design
28:19
The Emotional Impact of Building Musical Instruments
35:13
The Flow State in Jujitsu, Fly Fishing, and Instrument Building
39:31
The Responsibility of Being a Tool Maker for Musicians
45:06
The Benefits and Challenges of Pursuing a Passion Full-Time
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1 hr 6 min
April 08, 2024HE FINALLY DID IT! w/ David Greeves of Great Eastern FX
In this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, host Blake Wyland interviews David Greeves from Great Eastern FX. David shares his background as a music journalist and how he fell into writing about equipment from the gear world. He also discusses his journey into pedal design and the challenges he faced along the way. The conversation covers the inspiration behind the name Great Eastern FX and the launch of the company.
Also in this episode, we get a sneak peek at the XO Variable Crossover pedal and Blake shares a short demo. (A first on this podcast!)
David and Blake discuss the versatility and educational potential of the crossover pedal. Including creating complex effects chains and splitting the signal for different amps. David shares the origin of the pedal and how it evolved from a harmonic tremolo concept. They also discuss the importance of using your ears and understanding frequency ranges in music. The conversation concludes with David's favorite Boss pedal, the TR2 Tremolo, and his favorite kind of pizza.
Takeaways
David Greaves started his career as a journalist writing for music magazines before transitioning into pedal design.
The inspiration for the name Great Eastern FX came from the Great Eastern Railway Company and the desire to project a sense of establishment and professionalism.
The XO Variable Crossover pedal allows users to split their guitar signal into low and high frequency bands, enabling the use of different effects on each frequency range.
The XO Variable Crossover pedal offers new creative possibilities for guitarists, allowing them to experiment with different effects on specific frequency ranges.
Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:09
Getting Started in Music and Pedal Design
15:19
Launching Great Eastern Effects
24:04
Introducing the XO Variable Crossover Pedal
27:48
Blake's Experience with the XO Variable Crossover Pedal
30:41
Exploring Different Ways to Use the Pedal
32:21
The Versatility of the Crossover Pedal
33:01
Excitement for Bass Players
34:08
Educational Potential of the Pedal
36:31
The Origin of the Pedal
39:56
The Importance of Using Your Ears
43:24
The Impact of Frequency Ranges
46:37
The Complexity of Sound in a Band Context
49:02
Designing Pedals for Different Guitarists
50:29
The Innovation of Rock and Roll Sound
52:59
Favorite Boss Pedal: TR2 Tremolo
54:12
Favorite Kind of Pizza: Italian with Artichokes, Ham, and Mushrooms
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1 hr 5 min
April 01, 2024Rick Rubin Mindset w/ Markus Reeves of Reeves Electro
Markus Reeves from Reeves Electro returns to the podcast! On this episode we discuss how business has changed since he first started, and how his daughter is now building pedals full time as well! We also dig into some rather exciting new adventures that are happening with the progress of Reeves Electro Shop 2.0 on the horizon.
Paypal whoas, and how he approaches his work with a "Rick Rubin" mindset, the big lightbulb moment, balance, bad gigs... All of this and more on this week's edition of The Tone Mob Podcast!
If you aren't familiar with Markus's work I highly suggest that you head listen to his first appearance on the podcast. (I'm sure is you type "Markus Reeves Tone Mob" into the search bar of your podcast player it'll pop right up!)
You can also find his website with all of the details HERE > https://reeveselectro.co.uk/

Takeaways
Reeves Electro now supports Markus and his daughter full-time.
The workshop expansion and move to a new house present logistical challenges, but Markus is determined to maintain a separate workspace.
Markus plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign to support the workshop move and is offering perks such as build-a-pedal days and personalized messages. The squelch control on a CB radio inspired Markus to explore a pedal with a squelch circuit.
Markus' daughter became interested in building pedals through her involvement in testing transistors and other components.
Seeing his daughter succeed in building pedals brings Markus great joy and fulfillment.
The pandemic had a significant impact on Markus' business, leading to a surge in orders and logistical challenges.
PayPal can freeze your account due to increased activity, highlighting the challenges small businesses can face with financial platforms.
Markus is hesitant to expand his business and prefers to maintain a personal touch in his pedal building process.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Catching Up
01:05
Reeves Electro Expansion
03:10
Growing Instagram Presence
04:09
Need for Bigger Workshop
05:08
Moving Workshop and House
06:37
Crowdfunding for Workshop
07:34
Build-a-Pedal Days
08:01
Perks for Crowdfunding
09:07
Moving Challenges
10:11
Intensive Process of Moving
11:48
Crowdfunding Date and Details
13:01
Discussion on Moving Production
14:14
Parking Challenges
15:53
Conversation about Cars
19:29
Maintaining Aesthetics in Different Builds
21:23
Exploring Modulation Effects
22:26
Drive and Fuzz as Red Wines
23:14
Interest in Maestro FZ1B Circuit
24:05
The Squelch Control
27:40
How Markus' Daughter Got Interested in Building Pedals
28:03
Testing Transistors
29:02
Testing Other Components
29:54
Building Her First Pedal
31:19
The Joy of Seeing His Daughter Succeed
34:08
Finding Fulfillment in Doing What You Love
36:20
The Impact of the Pandemic on Markus' Business
38:46
Dealing with PayPal Issues
43:06
Expanding the Business and Hiring

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1 hr 24 min
March 25, 2024Teaching MILLIONS of People w/ Marty Schwartz
In this episode, Blake interviews Marty Schwartz, a renowned guitar teacher and one of the first music instructors on YouTube.
Marty shares his journey of becoming a successful guitar teacher and the early adoption of YouTube for teaching guitar lessons. He discusses the impact of Guitar Hero on teaching classic rock songs and the benefits of video lessons for students. We also get into using YouTube to enhance private lessons, and the challenges he faced during the 2008 economic crash.
We also get into his experience creating lesson courses and DVDs and how he started working with music brands. He discusses the process of getting a signature guitar and building relationships with brands like D'Addario and Gibson. Marty also mentions his involvement in Gibson's G3 mentorship program and his collaborations with the brand.
Takeaways
Marty Schwartz became a successful guitar teacher by seizing opportunities and working hard.
YouTube provided a platform for Marty to teach guitar lessons at scale and reach a wider audience.
The popularity of Guitar Hero helped introduce classic rock songs to a new generation of guitar students.
Video lessons offer students the flexibility to learn at their own pace and review material as needed.
Marty's success on YouTube was a result of timing, preparation, and embracing new technology.
Creating videos for specific songs and optimizing video titles for search engine optimization (SEO) helped Marty attract more viewers.
Marty's commitment to daily YouTube videos and using YouTube as a referral tool contributed to his success as a guitar teacher.
Learning from other music YouTubers can provide valuable insights and inspiration.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and The False Episode 500 Celebration
01:16
Marty's Journey as a Guitar Teacher
03:15
Timing and Preparation for YouTube Success
04:14
The Impact of Guitar Hero on Teaching Classic Rock Songs
05:10
Benefits of Video Lessons for Students
06:08
Transitioning to Full-Time YouTube Guitar Teacher
07:12
Teaching Music at an Elementary School
08:11
Using YouTube to Enhance Private Guitar Lessons
09:08
The Impact of the 2008 Economic Crash
10:07
Focusing on YouTube Videos During Challenging Times
11:06
The Evolution of Marty's YouTube Channel
12:19
Discovering the Importance of SEO for Video Titles
13:14
Creating Videos for Specific Songs
15:16
Teaching Classic Rock Songs to Kids
18:28
Doubling Down on YouTube as a Referral Tool
19:05
The Early Days of YouTube and Monetization
20:01
Using YouTube as a Marketing Tool
22:29
Learning from Other Music YouTubers
23:23
Transitioning from Private Lessons to YouTube
25:26
Creating Lesson Courses and DVDs
27:21
Working with Music Brands
29:16
Getting a Signature Guitar
31:57
Building Relationships with Brands
34:00
Working with D'Addario
35:25
Participating in Gibson's G3 Mentorship Program
39:44
Collaborating with Gibson
00:00
Introduction and Signature Guitar
02:58
The Reality of Touring
06:03
The Connection with Fans
08:58
The Realities of Touring
13:01
Dealing with Scams and Fake Videos

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1 hr 19 min
March 18, 2024Not An Alvarez! w/ Driftwood Guitars
In this conversation, Blake interviews Chris and Matt from Driftwood Guitars. This is an EXTREMELY YouTube driven episode. (Thanks Rhett Shull!)
As the Driftwood Guitars channel has grown, so has the guitar building business and we talk about their approach, how to balance the guitar building side with the video side, negative troll comments, mental health, and a whole lot more!
Head over to the Driftwood Guitars website HERE! https://www.driftwoodguitars.com/
And their YouTube HERE https://www.youtube.com/@DriftwoodGuitars
Takeaways
Building guitars was a hobby that turned into a business
YouTube played a significant role in growing their business and connecting with customers.
YouTube has revolutionized the guitar world, making it more accessible and exciting.
Balancing marketing/promotion work can be difficult, but it's necessary.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:58
Getting Started in Guitar Building
03:01
Transition to YouTube
06:02
The Impact of YouTube on the Business
08:08
The Evolution of YouTube and its Influence
09:31
The Growth of Guitar Podcasts
12:21
The Shift in YouTube's Perception
15:36
The Journey into YouTube
19:46
The Early Days of YouTube
20:45
Creating Quality Content
21:14
Finding Your Voice on YouTube
22:09
Listening to the Audience
23:08
The Power of Momentum
24:18
Discovering Your Niche
25:14
Analyzing Video Performance
26:09
The Importance of Thumbnails and Titles
27:11
The Viewer's Perspective
28:05
The Unpredictability of Video Success
29:24
Balancing Passion and Views
30:27
The Impact on Business
31:09
Expanding Reach and Sales
32:08
Direct Connection with Customers
33:09
Competition and Quality
34:27
The Power of YouTube Algorithms
35:51
The Work Behind the Scenes
38:47
The Balance Between YouTube and Guitar Building
41:27
The Path to Success
44:03
The Role of Luck and Algorithms
45:53
The Power of YouTube Collaborations
46:35
The Importance of YouTube for Creators
47:03
The Evolving Landscape of YouTube
47:55
Balancing YouTube and Guitar Building
48:23
YouTube as a Tool for Business Growth
50:15
Dealing with Negative Comments on YouTube
51:13
Developing Resilience through Online Criticism
52:47
Appreciation for the Online Creator Community
53:32
Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
56:26
Favorite Boss Pedals
59:06
Favorite Kind of Pizza
01:04:02
Closing Remarks
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1 hr 12 min
March 11, 2024SHOCK THE FOX!!!
Tye Tyler (Shock The Fox)shares his journey from the corporate world slinging cell phones to becoming a full time guitar builder. He discusses his background in woodworking and how he got into building guitars. We also go over the importance of sharing the process of guitar building and engaging with folks in a genuine way. He also talks about the joy of opening a guitar and the satisfaction of building for others.
This is a banger of an episode, and you really should check out Tye's work on his webiste HERE: https://shockthefox.com/
Takeaways
Sharing the process of guitar building can engage customers and create a deeper connection.
Trusting the builder's creativity and giving them freedom can lead to a more exciting and satisfying final product.
The joy of receiving a custom guitar is like experiencing Christmas morning as an adult.
Innovative approaches and attention to detail can set a guitar builder apart and create a unique product.

Chapters
00:00
Technical difficulties
01:00
Introduction and background
03:02
From Oil City to the corporate world
04:22
Transition to woodworking and guitar building
05:46
Bartering for guitars
07:15
Transition from corporate world to guitar building
08:14
Building guitars and the quest for expertise
09:37
Sharing the process of guitar building
11:25
The joy of opening a guitar
20:05
The satisfaction of building for others
22:24
Telling the story of the build
23:21
The fascination with the guitar building process
25:38
The importance of engagement and storytelling
27:07
The excitement of receiving a custom guitar
29:17
Trusting the builder's decisions
30:48
The uniqueness of Tye Tyler's guitar building
36:17
Innovative approaches in guitar building
37:24
Attention to detail in guitar building
37:54
Attention to Detail in Guitar Building
39:00
Neck Resets and Guitar Modifications
42:29
Customizing Guitars and Personal Projects
44:06
Critiquing Traditional Guitar Building Methods
46:21
The Importance of Reinforcement in Guitar Design
50:31
Finding Fulfillment in Guitar Building
57:54
The Balance Between Creativity and Efficiency in Business
01:01:31
Favorite Boss Pedal
01:02:46
Favorite Kind of Pizza
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1 hr 18 min
March 04, 2024Scott Strange Returns! (Templo Audio Devices)
In this episode, Blake interviews Scott Strange from Templo Audio Devices. They discuss Scott's traveling lifestyle and the challenges of running a business while constantly on the move. Scott shares his approach to finding the right balance and bringing in help to scale his company. They also talk about the importance of specialized skills in business and the human element that is absolutely essential in companies. Finally, Scott introduces some of the new pedals he has been working on and his design process. We also get into the process of translating vintage preamps into pedal form and the importance of embracing imperfections in sound. We also dive into some of Scott's favorite cuisines that are in the town he current resides in.

Check out Scott's wares at his website HERE https://templodevices.com/
Takeaways
Running a business while traveling requires finding the right balance and bringing in help.
Specialized skills are essential for the growth and success of a company.
Maintaining the vision and the human element in a company is crucial for its long-term success.
Scott has been working on new pedals and has been focusing on simplifying the design while still offering flexibility. Translating vintage preamps into pedal form requires creativity and experimentation.
Embracing imperfections in sound can lead to unique and interesting tones.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Living in Mexico
01:40
Scott's Traveling Lifestyle
03:06
Challenges of Running a Business While Traveling
06:41
Finding the Right Balance and Bringing in Help
10:09
The Importance of Specialized Skills in Business
13:06
Managing Growth and Maintaining the Vision
15:49
The Human Element in Companies
20:41
New Pedals and Design Process
28:55
Translating Pedals
30:03
The Outer Limit
32:12
Adding Functionality
34:09
The Real Deal Studio
36:35
Embracing Imperfections
39:00
Vintage Preamps
41:07
The Appeal of Imperfection
43:59
The 2-Track Pedal
47:08
Scaling Production
54:21
Upcoming Products
57:42
The Pocket Studio Comp
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1 hr 9 min
February 26, 2024"I Didn't Fall In Love With Guitar To Teach" w/ Dr. Molly Miller
In this conversation, Molly Miller discusses her early start in a family band and her formal education in guitar. She shares her approach to teaching and the importance of balance in her career, which includes performing, teaching, and session work. Molly also talks about her approach to gear and pedals and the challenges of imposter syndrome in the music industry. She offers tips for traveling musicians and emphasizes the importance of self-care and staying centered while on tour. In this conversation, We also get into the benefits of limitations in creativity, and the all important element of gratitude.
Molly's website is HERE: https://www.mollymillermusic.com/

Takeaways
Molly is intensely focused on guitar, specifically.
Balancing exercise with travel can be challenging, but planning and flexibility can help.
Finding the right gear and equipment is a personal process, and it's important to have setups that work well for individual preferences and situations.
Limitations can foster creativity and lead to new discoveries in music-making.
Gratitude for the opportunities in life and the ability to pursue passions is important for personal fulfillment.
The Molly Miller Trio has an upcoming record release and tours planned for the future.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:23
Early Musical Journey
03:02
Formal Education and Academic Approach
06:36
Balancing Different Musical Paths
10:10
Career Goals and Evolution
16:18
Love for Gear and Pedals
19:06
Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
26:06
Famine Mentality in the Music Industry
30:05
Tips for Traveling Musicians
32:44
Maintaining Balance and Centeredness on Tour
33:49
Self-Care and Exercise
34:35
Balancing Exercise and Travel
35:28
Love for Nashville
36:16
Stability During the Pandemic
37:23
The Changing Landscape of Nashville
37:49
Gear and Equipment
38:55
Finding the Right Gear
39:19
Molly's Touring Rig
40:13
Favorite Pedals and Amps
41:13
Favorite Pedal Brands
42:22
The Challenge of Reconfiguring Pedal Boards
43:09
Blake's Vertical Pedal Board Setup
43:33
The Benefits of a Hybrid Digital and Analog Setup
44:38
The Ever-Changing Nature of Pedalboards
45:53
The Importance of Limitations in Creativity
46:38
Making Music for the Love of It
48:16
Reflecting on Childhood Dreams
49:30
Gratitude for the Opportunities in Life
50:11
The Wonder of Everyday Life
51:38
The Humility of Being a Musician
52:41
Upcoming Record Release and Tours
53:29
Favorite Boss Pedal
54:05
Favorite Kind of Pizza

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1 hr 7 min
February 19, 2024Is Clickbait OK? w/ Landon Bailey
In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. (Its always good to have buddies!)
We also discuss the evolution of YouTube and the changing landscape of the platform. Landon shares his journey from being in a band to starting his YouTube channel and how he found his niche. (We also get into the unpredictability of the platform, and the difficulties of explaining their work to others and the perception of being a YouTuber/podcaster.)
Landon and I also get into the topic of soundproofing and how we built out our studios for content creation SECOND and loud amps FIRST. We also discuss the misconceptions surrounding soundproofing and the importance of using the right materials.
Finally, they discuss the weird side of doing this for a living and the impact it can have on mental health. In this portion of the chat, Landon and Blake discuss a range of topics, from dark thoughts and serial killers to the permanence of the internet.
We get real weird with it!
Takeaways
Networking and building relationships in the industry is crucial for content creators.
Finding your niche and creating content that resonates with your audience is key to success.
Soundproofing and building a dedicated studio space can greatly improve the quality of your content.
Incorporating and understanding the business side of content creation is important for long-term success.
Many people have misconceptions about soundproofing and believe that certain products or techniques are effective when they are not.
Soundproofing projects can be challenging and require a lot of time, effort, and research.
Soundproofing in apartments can be difficult due to limitations on modifications.
Exploring new technology in music gear can enhance the creation process.
Being a content creator comes with its own set of challenges, including the unpredictability of YouTube algorithms and the outside perception of being a YouTuber or Podcaster.
Subscriber engagement and success on YouTube can be inconsistent and difficult to predict.
A large online presence can have a dark side and impact mental health. The internet never forgets, and everything you say or do online can be permanent.
Having fun should be a priority, even in professional pursuits like music.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Gear Fest
07:15
Getting Started in Content Creation
17:33
Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation
23:16
Finding Your Niche and What Works
26:11
Soundproofing and Building a Studio
29:37
The Importance of Incorporating and Business Side of Content Creation
31:26
Acoustic Caulk and Soundproofing
32:09
Misconceptions about Soundproofing
35:01
The Uncertainty of First Time Soundproofing Projects
36:15
Challenges of Soundproofing in Apartments
37:21
Exploring New Technology in Music Gear
39:37
Future Projects and Collaborations
43:30
Navigating the Perception of Being a YouTuber
45:11
The Difficulty of Explaining What You Do
49:18
The Challenges of Being a Content Creator
53:11
The Unpredictability of YouTube Success
56:06
The Mystery of YouTube Algorithms
59:35
The Inconsistency of Subscriber Engagement
01:01:11
The Dark Side of Fame and Online Presence
01:02:10
Dark Thoughts and Serial Killers
01:03:00
The Forgetfulness of Live Streams
01:03:47
The Permanence of the Internet
01:04:15
Landon's Channel and Having Fun
01:05:15
Favorite Boss Pedal
01:06:20
Favorite Kind of Pizza
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1 hr 16 min

About The Tone Mob Podcast

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The year was 2015. Show host Blake Wyland intended to start a podcast where he took a deep dive with his guests from the guitar world to explain their rigs. What happened was that, but also a whole…