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The Guitar Knobs

Join our talk about guitars, pedals, amps, and other gear. Guest interviews with boutique builders and contributors to our guitar world.
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Episodes

068-Interview with Matthews Effects

The Knobs interview Rick Matthews, founder of Matthews Effects Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Dec 01, 20171 hr 23 minEp. 40

067-Interview With Old Blood Noise Endeavors

The Knobs interview Brady Smith, founder of Old Blood Noise Endeavors effects pedals, and a guy with an interesting path leading to the creation of that brand. Hosted by Todd Novak with Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Nov 24, 20171 hr 15 minEp. 39

066-What's Up With The Guitar Industry?

The Knobs are joined by Lollygagger FX founder Sean Wright to discuss just what the heck is going on in the guitar industry right now from the perspective of two builders and a guy who likes guitar stuff. Hosted by Todd Novak with Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Nov 19, 20171 hr 21 minEp. 38

065-Interview with Equitz Guitars

The Knobs interview California luthier Kevin Equitz, who shares his path leading to the development of his handcrafted guitar line. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Nov 09, 20171 hr 18 minEp. 37

064-Guitar Necks 101

The Knobs discuss everything possible about guitar necks, including fretboards. Tony tells all and we learned a ton. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Nov 01, 20171 hr 23 minEp. 36

063-Alchemy Audio Gear Swap

The Knobs welcome back Alchemy Audio founders Johnny and Victoria to discuss the road trip to the Chicago Gear Swap they hosted and loads more! Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Oct 23, 20171 hr 19 minEp. 35

062-Interview With 3 Monkeys Amps and Cables

The Knobs interview Greg and Oz, founders of 3 Monkeys Amps and Cables who share how a meeting at an Aerosmith gear warehouse changed everything as well about their new pedal cable venture. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Faceb...

Oct 13, 20171 hr 26 minEp. 34

061-Intervew With YouTube Demo Dude JJ Tanis

The Knobs interview JJ Tanis of YouTube gear demo fame all the way from The Netherlands. We discuss his gig, amp classes, pedals and trends Hosted by Todd Novak with Tony Dudzik and Mike Trombley Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Oct 05, 20171 hr 28 minEp. 33

060-Sonore Montreal Guitar Show Recap

The Knobs Check in with Lincoln Guitars and Millimetric Instruments to get their report on the Sonore Guitar Show in Montreal, Canada, plus we retroactively get Derek Asuan O'Brien's Four On The Floor. Hosted by Todd Novak, with Derek Asuan O'Brien and Florian Schneider Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Sep 28, 20171 hr 36 minEp. 32

059-Interview With Benson Amps Founder Chris Benson

The Knobs interview Chris Benson, Founder of Benson Amps and get his point of view on the amp industry, the decisions that shaped his brand and the craft that put him at the top of his game. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Sep 21, 20171 hr 46 minEp. 31

058-Guitar Speakers 101 with Warehouse Guitar Speakers

The Knobs interview Warehouse Guitar Speakers President David Young and John Sanchez, Head of Brand Development to discuss everything you need to know about choosing the right guitar speaker for you. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon Visit our website Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group : Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Sep 13, 20171 hr 21 minEp. 30

057-Pedal Power 101 interview with Truetone

The Knobs interview Zac Childs of Truetone to discuss pedalboard power "101" and their approach to innovative pedal power. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Duzik Connect with us and view our blog : http://www.theguitarknobs.com/blog/ Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/guitarknobs/ Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/GuitarKnobsPodcast/...

Sep 07, 20171 hr 36 minEp. 29

056-So You Won Powerball...

The Knobs discuss what we would do with all the money if we won Powerball. Well at least what our first 5 purchases would be! What would yours be? Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Aug 30, 20171 hr 13 minEp. 28

055-Interview with Pedal Genie founder Tony Schreiber

The Knobs wishes are granted in an interview with Pedal Genie a guitar pedal subscription site founded by Tony Schreiber. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon, Tony Duzik and Mike Trombley Connect with us and view our blog Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs Join the conversation on our Facebook Group Follow us and give us a like on our Facebook Page...

Aug 23, 20171 hr 23 minEp. 27

054-Grab Bag V1

The Knobs share out four topics with the group including hardware, nitro vs. poly, pedal board design and the state of the guitar industry. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon, Tony Dudzik and guest Florian Schneider of Millimetric Instruments Connect with us and view our blog: http://www.theguitarknobs.com/ Visit our Instagram feed: @guitarknobs https://www.instagram.com/guitarknobs/ Join the conversation on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/guitarknobs/ Follow us and give...

Aug 16, 20171 hr 11 minEp. 26

053-Guitar Refinishing With Zach Broyles

The Knobs discuss guitar refinishing with Zach Broyles of Carter Vintage Guitars and founder of Mythos Pedals. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Zach Broyles

Aug 10, 20171 hr 9 minEp. 25

051-Show And Tell Vol.1

The Knobs each bring in a special piece of gear to share with the group...so what's in the case? Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik

Jul 25, 20171 hr 21 minEp. 23

050-Interview With Tasmanian Luthier Jon Parsons

The Knobs spend some time with Luthier Jon Parsons who hails from Tasmania. It's a real place! He applies an environmentally conscious approach, focusing on local materials and the use of hand tools to build his unique guitars. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon

Jul 19, 20171 hr 3 minEp. 22

049-What We Found At The Guitar Show

The Knobs get $1500 in "Knob Bucks" each to choose some tasty gear at the Columbus Guitar Show. What did we pick out? Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon, Tony Dudzik and Mike Trombley

Jul 10, 20171 hr 25 minEp. 21

048-Interview with Mythos Pedals

The Knobs interview Mythos Pedals founder Zach Broyles of Nashville Tennessee to discuss his approach to pedal building and history leading up to it. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik

Jun 26, 20171 hr 21 min

047-Interview with Chasing Vintage Guitars

The Knobs interview Chase Gullett, founder and luthier of Chasing Vintage Guitars, in his workshop no less! Grab a cold beverage and join us. Hosted by Todd Novak with Mike Trombley

Jun 19, 20171 hr 16 min

046-Interview with Deimel Guitarworks

The Knobs welcome German luthier Frank Deimel, Founder of Deimel Guitarworks to the podcast. We were honored to have him on the show and we learned a ton! Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Tony Dudzik

Jun 11, 20171 hr 14 min

045-Mattoverse 2 - Limited Run Pedals

The Knobs welcome back Mattoverse Electronics for an announcement on two new limited run pedals, plus he shares his Four On The Floor! Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon

Jun 05, 201755 min

044-5 Ways To Make A Cheap Guitar Better

The Knobs discuss 5 ways to make your cheap guitar sound and play way better. We are also happy to have our friends Florian Schneider of Millimetric Instruments and Tony Dudzik of Pickguardian join us again. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon, Tony Dudzik, and Florian Schneider

May 22, 20171 hr 21 min

043-Podcast Festival Appearance

The Knobs take the stage at the Columbus Podcast Festival. In front of a live audience we each shared our story of the first guitar holy grail we chased. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon, Mike Trombley and Tony Dudzik

May 08, 201734 min

042-Interview with The Modern Guitar Tech Luis Munoz

The Knobs interview Luis Munoz, known as The Modern Guitar Tech out of Los Angeles, CA. We discuss what exactly he does and the interesting people and guitars he comes across. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon

Apr 28, 20171 hr 7 min

041-Interview with Swindler Effects

The Knobs interview Drew Swindle, founder of Swindler Effects out of Birmingham, Alabama. Drew shares some of the advanced electrical design he has put into his pedal line-up and an upcoming new build release. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon and Chris Graham

Apr 12, 20171 hr 9 min

040-Red Rocket Guitars Interview

The Knobs interview Red Rocket Guitars founder and luthier Matt Nowicki who hand crafts some truly outstanding custom made guitars out of North Carolina. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon

Apr 04, 20171 hr 12 min

039 - Interview with The Pickguardian Tony Dudzik

The Knobs interview The Pickguardian - Tony Dudzik, the foremost maker of quality custom handmade pickguards. Tony has seen just about everything in the guitar world, and built something custom for it. We also get a call from Johnny Balmer of Alchemy Audio who shares an exciting new product announcement with us all. Hosted by Todd Novak with Jared Brandon

Mar 23, 20171 hr 31 min
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