Today on the Tweed Couch we are counseling on “Buying and Selling”.

Although the people on this podcast probably think of Jason and I as buyers only, we do sell as well. After 25 years of buying and selling in person and online the stories have racked up and today we will need a whole lot of group therapy to get over it!

But how is the current guitar market? Is it better to buy and sell online? Which platform is the best? Would you rather buy and sell with a friend? Are trades okay? What good and bad stories do we have? And… when is it time to sell?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jason, on the Tweed Couch.

I love the sparkle binding on my White Falcon, the gold hardware on my ES355, the artist top on my P22, and the features of my HX Effects. But I also love the simplicity of my Kretzmann, the traditional features of my Strat, the no electronics in my Gibson LG0 acoustic, and the single channel on my Marshall or Vox. Sometimes the frills are worth the extra money and sometimes they just get in the way.

But how do you decide what is worth paying for? Will you regret your choice? Is this only a guitarists problem? Can I go overboard with features? And how was it back gigging on the road up in Chicago?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with John, on the Tweed Couch.

Today on the Tweed Couch we are counseling on “Guitar Technology, Yay or Nay”

Purists scoff at new technology while many modern players look at it as a useful tool. Both Jason and I agree that new technology must have functionality and tone while fitting the look that inspires us.

But which new technology do we agree on?  Can we turn this into a game? Do we know each other well enough to predict each other’s likes and dislikes? How many Journey & Sir Mix-A-Lot lyrics can we slip in? And… Brent, will this therapy session knock your socks off?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jason, on the tweed couch.

When I was first starting out, I had a saying. “I get 10% better with every new piece of gear I get.” Of course that statement is not really true or accurate at all.

Sure some pieces of gear helped me gain more confidence, experience, and interest which all led me to playing more and getting better. On the other hand, some pieces of gear have done the opposite of making me better.

But what gear have we purchased for inspiration? Why did we decide to get it? Which purchases have backfired? Does it have to be guitar related? Is there such a thing as too much gear? And… is there a way to remedy Gear Acquisition Syndrome?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Barber, on the Tweed Couch.

I love my Gibson’s, I love my PRS’s, I love my Fender’s, I love my Kretzmann… but the expectations I have out of each guitar is different.

Every guitar company has their known quality control issues. From tuning stability, to fret sprout, to finish rejection, to dead on arrival electronics. Although this is an issue, we as players are willing to overlook these shortcomings each manufacturer or guitar has simply because of the name on the headstock or cost behind it.

But… Why do we have double standards? Are there any blanket expectations? What would it take for you to return a guitar? Does price matter? Should a case be included? How does customer service play a role in all of this? And… why is this group therapy session considered a tribute?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jason, on the Tweed Couch.

According to verywellminded.com 77% of the people in the world deal with a fear of public speaking. Standing up, making a statement, telling a story, or playing music causes more anxiety than death itself.

Of Course, there are different variables that can aid stress. Preparedness, experience, audience members, and even size of the venue can change the perception.

But… How do we cope with anxiety? Will you ever get used to it? How do you prepare yourself? Is there a right and wrong way to do it? What if my problem is debilitating? and … what does a higher power have to do with any of this?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Lloyd, on the Tweed Couch.

The first band I played in had 3 electric guitar players and a drummer. I was not the best guitarist… but I also wasn’t the worst. So my buddy, by default, decided to buy a bass and started learning.

But what basses are good for beginners? Should you use a pick? What other gear do you need? Do you need a special case? What are the 2 kinds of bass players? And what Gibson bass did my dad, a guitar player, buy from a pawn shop back in 1966 that I used on these solo albums?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jeromy, on the Tweed Couch.

I am a sucker for a good deal. Tickets to a popular concert with 2-3 bands costs anywhere from $30 in the back of a venue to $400+ to get decent floor seats. As an artist, putting on your own tour, there are struggles too. This is why I love Music Festivals. As a concert attendee or as a band I get the best of all worlds. But… What makes a Festival so different? Which ones should I go to? Are there any drawbacks? Why should you go and what should you expect? And… What is the full story on how Dr. T got to play Don’t Stop Believin’ on stage with Jonathan Cain of the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame member from Journey?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy with John, on the Tweed Couch.

3 pickup guitars are amazing. 2 pickup guitars are also glorious. 

But are 1 pickup guitars better? Are they just as versatile? Who plays a 1 pickup guitar? Does the neck pickup affect tone when it’s not on? What’s a dummy pickup? And is 1 pickup all you need?

Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jason, on the Tweed Couch

As we ring in another new year, many people may feel compelled to reflect on their previous year. Some tried to kick a bad habit. Some tried to take on a good routine... Some realized they completed all of their new years resolutions and others realized they gave up too quick.

But how did Dr. T & Jason do on their New Years Resolutions? Do they have new ones for 2022? How has the podcast done over the past year? Whatever happened to the Gloknob? And New Year New Tone… whats on the list? Well we will discuss this, and more on this group therapy session with Jason, on the Tweed Couch.