Episodes

Nov. 12, 2018

Brian Spragg of Bookworm Effects

Episode 98- Here we go! Today I sit down with Brian from Bookworm Effects to discuss his literary and musical influences, how he came to start building pedals, industry pals and a whole lot more! Check out his work at Bookwo…
Nov. 5, 2018

Joe Balaguer of Balaguer Guitars

Episode 97- Fun episode for you today! I sat down with Joe to discuss his beginnings as a luthier starting out in the middle of the financial crisis, the unique way his shop operates, how he hooked up with some of his artist…
Oct. 29, 2018

Florian Schneider of Millimetric Instruments

Episode 96- This is a bit of a unique one! I talked to Florian briefly at the first annual Fear The Riff Expo and we recorded in a windy parking lot. This time we are chilling in comfort , I've acquired my baritone, and we a…
Oct. 22, 2018

Chris Benson of Benson Amps Reprise

Episode 95- On this episode, Chris and I sit in his wonderful, but sweaty shop. I'm always sweating when I'm recording with Chris. Anyhow, we talk about how things have changed for the both of us, the fact that he was not we…
Oct. 16, 2018

Ryan McCay of Yellowcake Pedals Number 3

Episode 94- The first three time guest! Ryan from Yellowcake Pedals returns to discuss a WIDE range of topics today. He educated me on control voltage, we talked about Anthony Bourdain, and a whole lot more. Have fun! Make s…
Oct. 8, 2018

Chad Jennings of Jennings Guitars

Episode 93- Today I sit down with Chad Jennings to discuss how we thought we were being bombed, Dustin Kensrue, Little Caesar's, learning to build guitars on your own, and a whole lot more. Make sure and check it out! Learn …
Oct. 1, 2018

Richard Hoover of Santa Cruz Guitars

ACOUSTIC GUITARS?????!!!! What is this podcast coming to??? In all seriousness, Richard was an absolute delight to chat with and he really provided me with a great education on how an acoustic functions, and what we are actu…
Sept. 24, 2018

Matt and Carl of Electrofoods Pedals

Episode 91- Buckle up! We go off the deep end with this episode, in al the best ways. We talk about using guitars in weird tunings, playing through bass cabs, approaching songwriting through poetry, and so much more! You'll …
Sept. 18, 2018

Pete Celi and Ethan Tufts of Strymon

Episode 90- In this episode I sat down with Pete and Ethan to talk about a whole list of things. From Pete's start in this business and the turn of events that saw Strymon using Analog Devices products, Damage Control, what …
Sept. 10, 2018

Cindy Hulej of Cindy Guitars

Episode 89-This was another fun one! Today I talk to Cindy about her rather unorthodox hiring at Carmine Street Guitars, her leather work, making guitars out of oollllllllld New York wood, and the movie they were in! All gre…
Sept. 3, 2018

TM Podcast 088: Ryan Burke of 60 Cycle Hum (Reprise)!

On this episode, Ryan and I sit down to talk about basically everything. We discuss non buttered toast, pedals he can't talk about, he tries to goad me into political discussion and basically everything except guitar gear. I…
Aug. 27, 2018

TM Podcast 087: Matthew Hoopes of 1981 Inventions and Relient K

This is a fun one! I talked with Matt about his musical roots and how Relient K started. We also discussed the rather sudden way they got signed to Capitol Records, the development of the DRV, his theory on selling guitars a…
Aug. 19, 2018

TM Podcast 086: Brian Fallon and Ian Perkins of The Gaslight Anthem

Very, very, very excited about this episode!!! On this one, my wife and I got to sit down with some folks that we are big, big fans of and just shoot the breeze about music. As mentioned on the episode, I've been a big fan o…
Aug. 12, 2018

TM Podcast 085: David Rainger of Rainger FX

I've been waiting a long time for this!! Finally got to sit down and chat with David Rainger about a whole giant list of things. He is a very cool dude, with a voice that I could listen to for hours. I don't know what it is,…
Aug. 6, 2018

TM Podcast 084: Sean Arbow of Gunstreet Wiring Shop

Sean made the trek up from Bend, OR to sit down in the Shred Shed. We discuss a whole range of things from how he thinks about his products, his views on the guitar community, Les Pauls, and a whole lot more. It is a good on…
July 30, 2018

TM Podcast 083: Alex Lehneis of Glass Lungs

Today I sit down with Alex from Glass Lungs to discuss their recording process, and how they are a "gear based band'. We also discuss Chinese food and how we don't have the good stuff on the west coast. Good good times. Lear…
July 23, 2018

TM Podcast 082: Dave Johnson of Scale Model Guitars

I went on location to Scale Model Guitars in Nashville to sit down with Dave to discuss a recent project. He is restoring a guitar that was built by Billy Strings' Grandfather when he was in prison in the 1960s. So, so cool.…
July 7, 2018

TM Podcast 081: Ryan Ratajski of Fuzzrocious Pedals

Its been a longggg time. One of my favorite people Mr. Ryan Ratajski from Fuzzrocious returns and we talk poliics, trolls, guitar pedals, mussels. And a new project. Yup!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…
June 28, 2018

TM Podcast 080: Joe Branton of Guitar Nerds and Polymath

This is a real treat. Joe and I talk about the hazards of a gear nerd working in guitar retail, the history of the podcast, math rock, vibrato, phaser and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
June 27, 2018

TM Podcast 079: Jeston Porter Visits the Shred Shed/ Patreon Teaser

Exciting stuff here! My good friend Mr. Jeston Porter stopped by the Shred Shed to have a chat and to help announce the new Tone Mob Patreon Episodes! Thats right, MOAR CONTENT. Just go to patron.com/tonemob for more info. L…
June 18, 2018

TM Podcast 078: Kevin Equitz of Equitz Guitars

Been looking forward to this one for a long time! Kevin Equitz is an epic luthier, stellar human being and a legit national treasure of a human being. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi…
June 11, 2018

TM Podcast 077: Joel Korte of Chase Bliss Audio (Reprise)

Joel returns!!!! On this treat of an episode Joel and discuss pushing boundaries, Thermae, strollerblading, Brothers, and much much more. This is a serious treat. You do not want to miss this episode. Trust me. Learn more ab…
June 1, 2018

TM Podcast 076: Sean Wright of Lollygagger FX

On this episode Sean and I deep dive into why he uses wooden enclosures, his plans for the future, why he uses old school wiring techniques, and of course food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2018

TM Podcast 075: Andy Kim of Sinasoid

Andy and I talk about things while he rides a ferry. Including his lack of sleep, coffee roasters, guitar gear, and a bunch of other nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices