Brian and Max compare different fuzz pedals in this episode. "Turn it down!!" How to keep good tone at lower volumes. The pedal vault and what difference a buffer can make. 01:10 - Comparing Fuzz Pedals02:26 -The Big Muff03:00 - The Scarab05:29 - Fuzz Face06:32 - Max gets the guitar09:37- The Pedal Vault16:20 - Low Volume vs Good Tone18:44 - Using a Buffer in a True Bypass Signal Path19:00 - Pedal Porn22:05 - Using a Compressorhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go...
Nov 27, 2015•24 min
Brian and Max take a look at good ways to use the Tumnus by Wampler. Ever have an amp that just did not sound good with pedals? The guys look at different amp platforms and how they work with pedals. A look at the new EVH pedal AND an interesting entry in the pedal vault.01:00 - Roy's back02:11 - Using the Tumnus - Max's Technique04:35 - How Brian uses it07:46 -The Pedal Vault11:51 - Some Amps don't like pedals - Vox AC3014:32- The MRX EVH 515016:50 - Through a Deluxe Reverb18:57 - Through a Por...
Nov 20, 2015•21 min
Brian and Max talk about gear they want over a couple of brewski's. Support the show
Nov 16, 2015•34 min
Brian and Max talk through the ones and zeroes of digital signals vs analog. And where is the best place to run time based pedals through your amp? The guys take a look. It's an all new segment, The Pedal Vault.00:34 - Time based pedals through the gain channel of the amp 00:46 - Tuner Opinions05:24 - Time based pedals through the FX loop of the amp07:10 - Where does Max like it???08:03 - Analog Vs. Digital - First, the digital08:53 - Digitech RP609:56 - Analog Signal10:45 - We've got big balls1...
Nov 13, 2015•16 min
Brian and Max explain how they achieved the 80's tone in the infamous Hairstortion video. What difference can a speaker make to your sound? Listen as Max plays through several different cabinets.00:45 - The Hairstortion Video02:30 - What did we use for Hairstortion sound?02:45 - That time Brian broke his Strat03:32 - That Tone04:18 - The trick to the Hairstortion Pedal05:13 - Using different speakers07:53 - The ISO room09:10 - The WGS HM75 Speaker09:28 - The WGS Black and Blue Alnico Speaker09:5...
Nov 06, 2015•13 min
Brian and Max take a look at the difference an EQ pedal can make on your board. They also give advice if you are just starting out, and what was the guy's first quality piece of gear? They talk about it. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:41 How do I use EQ on a pedal board and why would I want to? 10:24 What advice would you give to a new gu...
Oct 29, 2015•20 min
Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. Anthony shows off his Zexcoil pickups and the science behind them. And then things get deep and it is all about buffers.01:20 - Anthony's Zexcoil Pick-ups03:50 - The 'science' behind them08:43 - Brian's new Strat08:53 - That time Brian broke his Strat 10:01 - When is a buffer necessary?14:26 - Built in buffers - The Redeemer15:19 - Anthony's buffer videos15:33 - Yoke 5 Loop Switcher16:53 - Pure tone Bufferhttp://www.wamplerpe...
Oct 09, 2015•21 min
Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss the reason why all the right gear may not make you sound like your favorite guitarist. And delay pedals, the guys explore ways to use them in ways you may not of thought of before.01:22 - Why don't I sound like SRV?01:22 - Anthony's Tone04:45 - Brian's Tone05:58 - Max's Tone07:57 - Delay Pedal Settings08:40 - SRV's Texas Flood10:54 - Brian's delay settings13:30 - Modulation14:59 - Faux tape Echo eliminates modula...
Oct 02, 2015•29 min
Brian and Max are again joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss proper muting techniques to clean up your chops. And what about stacking overdrives? The how's, what's and what affect order can have on your tone. Ever wonder what is up with gain structure in OD pedals, will it damage your amp? The guys take a look at it.01:06 - Good muting techniques (Blues Rock)04:56 - Muting for rhythm playing07:07 - Brian's Muting Technique (Country)12:02 - Max's Muting Technique 13:25 - St...
Sep 25, 2015•28 min
Brian and Max are joined by Texas Blue Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss Stevie Ray Vaughan and where he may have gone tonally, and the guys discuss their pick techniques.01:10 - What would SRV do if he was still with us?02:30 - Recording the In Step album04:00 - What about Hendrix?10:14 - Anthony holds his pick….wrong?13:14 - Brian hides his pick?15:21 - Max gets to the pointhttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to b...
Sep 18, 2015•23 min
Brian and Max are joined by Texas Blues Alley's Anthony Stauffer. They discuss amp setup techniques.00:45 - How to set your amp to fill the venue and not kill the audience07:36 - How the sound of the amp changes depending on where you are in relation to it14:42 - Should you use an Amp Stand?17:27 - How to set a clean tone25:08 - Setting up a clean tone for use with overdrive/distortion pedalshttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/sub...
Sep 14, 2015•33 min
Another great episode from the sauna that we call the Shred Shed. Brian and Max play through different setups for a stereo rig and discuss where to put your drive pedals for the best tone effect. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: http://www.WamplerPedals.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/WamplerPedalshttp://www.Twitter.com/WamplerPedalsht...
Sep 07, 2015•27 min
It is a whole new format, relocated in a familiar place. Brian and Max take a look at the Digitech's new "band in a box" pedal, The Trio. They also tackle a couple of questions from a couple of tone chasers. Can you "help" a multi effect box? And how can an amp sound so good and not have tubes? http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Find us at: htt...
Aug 31, 2015•28 min
Chasing Tone 82 - Best of Chasing Tone IIIEnjoy some of the funnier moments from early episodes of the podcast. New podcasts are in the works. Stay Tuned.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:23 - Hipster Denial01:36 - Selling to Yoohoo? Yahoo? Chocola?02:50 - What's a ROFL?03:26 - Did You Just Say….?04:14 - Dirty Wha?08:14 - SQUIRELL!!!09:09 -...
Aug 24, 2015•28 min
Chasing Tone 81 – Buffers, Mullets and Insulting Drummers, Ohm MyIn this episode Frank, Brian and Max discuss Ohms, input impedance, and hairstyles of years gone by. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 01:20 - What Are Ohms?06:52 - Input Impedance In Pedals10:49 - Do You Need A Buffer At The Front And Back?12:30 - DB+15:13 - Mullet In The Wind16...
Aug 17, 2015•33 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss using delays, types of delays, and stacking delays. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:40 - New Microphones02:26 - Chinese Clones/Mini Pedals05:08 - Failed Podcast07:02 - Delay in the Past07:46 - Age of Grunge08:46 - Green Day Dookie Mod10:18 - Delay in Praise and Worship11:36 - Types of Delay w...
Aug 10, 2015•33 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are again joined by Frank Falbo. They talk pickups and Travis says goodbye.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go tohttp://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel.00:25 - Travis’ Farewell Notice03:15 - Finding the Right Pickup04:29 - JB and Fishman Pickups07:02 - Pickup Consistency09:20 - Vintage Mint Amps11:52 - Whats the Problem? Pickups or Guitar?13:40 - Fi...
Aug 03, 2015•35 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are again joined by Frank Falbo. They discuss how to prepare to jam with other players, best Fender amps, and modding your gear.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 01:32 - Hashtags02:11 - Not Looking A Fool at Jams05:36 - Faking It08:23 - Hot Rod Deluxe vs. Blues Deluxe vs. Twin Reverb10:20 - Hot Rod Deluxe...
Jul 27, 2015•27 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian are joined by Frank Falbo of Falbo designs to discuss home recording, and their favorite pickups and magnets. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:27 - Travis finished his amp03:01 - Lav Mics are gone!04:15 - Recording Guitar in a home studio08:40 - Celebrity guitarists pimping guitars they dont play15:56 ...
Jul 20, 2015•33 min
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Jul 12, 2015•32 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss using delays, types of delays, and stacking delays. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 00:40 - New Microphones02:26 - Chinese Clones/Mini Pedals05:08 - Failed Podcast07:02 - Delay in the Past07:46 - Age of Grunge08:46 - Green Day Dookie Mod10:18 - Delay in Praise and Worship11:36 - Types of Delay w...
Jul 06, 2015•32 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss picking guitars based on tone or looks, novelty pedals and why Taylor Swift will have a new hit song about her breakup with Apple. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:35 - Max's Disaster Gig6:18 - Korg's Miku Pedal7:48 - Song Intros9:05 - Recording Solos12:00 - Brian Instagrams12:55 - Oh yeah, We were t...
Jun 29, 2015•33 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss Combo Amps vs Head and Cab setups, Changing Speakers, and Max's settings when stacking Tube Screamers http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:39 - Combo Amps vs Head and Cab Setups4:20 - Changing Speakers10:54 - Using an overdrive pedal as an attenuator14:25 - Drivers Ed17:27 - Resonance Controls23:15 - Max...
Jun 25, 2015•33 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and discuss GearFest, Guitar Mods, and our dream artists rigs.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:20 – New Mics1:30 – Letters From Roy3:10 – Pedal In A Bag4:40 – GearFest5:40 – Morgan Amps9:35 – Max’s Voyeurism 13:00 – Guitar Mods18:10 – If You Could Play Anyone’s Rig…23:40 – An Effect You Will Never Buy27:20 – Ped...
Jun 22, 2015•34 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian play each other rigs and analyze the differences in each others tone.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Featured links: http://www.lollarguitars.com/ http://www.pedaltrain.com/volto-1 http://www.exclusiveamps.com/ http://lavacable.com/index.php?id=252:00 – Max’s rig3:55 – Max’s Torso5:25 – Travis’ rig11:10...
Jun 18, 2015•33 min
Travis, Max and Brian hang out with the guys from JHS Pedals after day one of Sweetwater's GearFest '15. Support the show
Jun 15, 2015•49 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the myths associated with tube amps, the science of pickup placement, and the stinky kid.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. Featured links: http://www.groshguitars.com http://www.suhr.com http://www.reverb.com0:50 – Travis’ Spreadsheet2:30 – Tube Amp Myths5:15 – Should You Use The Most Expensive Pa...
Jun 11, 2015•29 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the current state of the music industry, changing the hardware on your guitar, and letters from Roy.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 1:10 – Letters from Roy3:45 – Text Shortcuts7:00 – Catchin’ Slack 7:45 – Changing Guitar Hardware11:00 – Fano Guitars15:10 – Current State Of The Music Industry26:1...
Jun 08, 2015•35 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the advantages of a boutique guitar, tips for recording, and dirt channels. http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 4:35 – Boutique Guitars Vs. Mass Manufactured Guitars 11:30 – Comon 12:30 – Studio Tips 19:25 – Travis’ Invite 22:55 – Where To Play A Wampler 26:30 – Craptacular Dirt Channels Find us at:...
Jun 04, 2015•37 min
In this episode Travis, Max, and Brian discuss the pros and cons of profiling amps such as the AxeFx, how Brian tests pedal designs, and pedals that sound great with an AC15.http://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ for podcast subscription, or go to http://www.wamplerpedals.com/subscribe to be notified of new podcasts and videos that are uploaded to this channel. 0:40 – We Found Santa3:30 – Modelers or Separate Amps And Boxes?7:20 – Crush The Button13:35 – How Pedals Are Tested 16:20 – Pedals for a...
Jun 01, 2015•36 min
