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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Aug 8, 2016 · 1 hr 26 min
019-Interview with Bass Luthier Tim Seisser of Low Down Bass
The Knobs interview a very talented bass luthier and full time musician Tim Seisser, owner of Low Down Bass, who shares his approach to making some truly outstanding bass guitars. TOP 4: favorite bass pickup configuration.
Jul 29, 2016 · 1 hr 11 min
018-Guitar goals, wants and needs
The Knobs discuss goals and acquisitions we hope to make over the next few months. TOP 4: Choice one of four very well know, but very polarizing bass guitars.... if we had too! Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jay Donovan and The Ghost of Jeff Fischer
Jul 22, 2016 · 1 hr 24 min
017-Interview with Rattlesnake Cables creator Hank Donovan
The Knobs are joined by Hank Donovan, creator of Rattlesnake Cables in Missoula Montana for an fantastically informative interview. TOP 4: What effect can you not live without? Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jay Donovan and Jeff Fischer
Jul 15, 2016 · 1 hr 15 min
016-Pawn Shop Prowl
The Knobs discuss our finds from a recent pawn shop hunt. TOP 4: Who would you want a single lesson from in all of guitar history? Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jay Donovan and Jeff Fischer
Jun 29, 2016 · 1 hr 12 min
015-Best Deal Ever!
The Knobs discuss the best deal we ever got on our favorite gear–perfect for all you craigslist junkies like Todd TOP 4: greatest underrated guitarists Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jay Donovan, and Jeff Fischer
Jun 24, 2016 · 1 hr 13 min
014-Protecting your hearing when playing
The Knobs discuss the importance of hearing protection and ways to achieve it in the studio and in live situations. TOP 4: Combo or Head/Cab Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jay Donovan, and Brian Adams (not THE)
Jun 15, 2016 · 1 hr 4 min
013-Boutique Guitar Builders 1
The Knobs, in one of many discussions on this topic, focus on a few boutique guitar builders. TOP 4: Straps of choice Hosted by Todd Novak with Jeff Fischer and Chris Graham. Aaron and Jay were busy being responsible adults.
Jun 9, 2016 · 1 hr 11 min
012-Reliced vs. Roadworn
The Knobs discuss the differences betwen reliced and roadworn gutiars. Plus a Todd brings a bass for show and tell. TOP 4: Favorite amp based on tone Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook and Jeff Fischer and Jay Donovan.
Jun 1, 2016 · 1 hr 13 min
011-Interview with Stringjoy's founder Scott Marquart
The Knobs welcome guest Knob Scott Marquart and founder of Nashville's very own Stringjoy, the little company making a big ruckus in the guitar string world. TOP 4: Favorite licensed signature guitar model. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook and Jay Donovan and guest Knob Scott Marquart.
May 24, 2016 · 54 min
010-Part 2 of our Interview with veteran tube amp builder David Harris
Part 2 of our interview with veteran tube amp builder since 1957 Dave Harris, featuring a Q&A from The Guitar Knobs. Guest Knob guitarist Marc DiCenzo rejoins us and lays down some sweet licks. Hosted by Todd Novak and Jeff Fischer
May 18, 2016 · 44 min
009-Interview with Tube Amp Building veteran David Harris Part 1
The Knobs are honored to interview tube amp building veteran of over 50 years, Dave Harris. He shares his history of discovery and building and love of point-to-point hand wiring, and of course the amazing sounds his amps produce. Hosted by Todd Novak, with guest Knob guitarist Marc DiCenzo of Circa Music
May 4, 2016 · 1 hr 14 min
008-Guest Knob Brian Adams (not THE) shares his penchant for digital gear
The Knobs welcome guest Knob local musician Brian Adams (not THE Brian Adams) to discuss his extensive use of digitally based gear. TOP 4: Favorite influential guitar tone. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer, Jay Donovan and guest Knob Brian Adams.
Apr 26, 2016 · 1 hr 4 min
007-Dream builds on the Warmoth website 1
The Knobs welcome back guest Knob Chris Graham and discuss the fantasy builds we made on the Warmoth website. TOP 4: Favorite pick, (or plectrum if you are a Guitar Nerd heh! Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook and Chris Graham.
Apr 18, 2016 · 1 hr 5 min
006-Gone But Not Forgotton Guitar Trades And Sales
The Knobs share what we have sold or traded that we regret or miss. TOP 4: Favorite guitar finish & dressing Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook and Jeff Fischer and Jay Donovan.
Apr 18, 2016 · 1 hr 8 min
005-Our current favorite gear 1
The Knobs discuss our current favorite gear we are playing. TOP 4: Most desired bass guitar Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer and Jay Donovan .
Apr 18, 2016 · 57 min
004-Guest Knob_ Part 2 Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham
The Knobs Q&A Guest Knob, Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham talks about his profession and his guitars and gear. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer and Chris Graham aka Pistachio Gonzales.
Apr 18, 2016 · 57 min
003-Guest Knob_ Part 1 Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham
The Knobs interview Guest Knob and Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham. TOP 4: Least favorite guitar to play. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer and Chris Graham.
Apr 18, 2016 · 1 hr 4 min
002-What Gear We Are Jonesing For!
The Knobs discuss the music gear we would love to have at the moment. We also introduce our TOP 4 segment. This weeks TOP 4 is: Favorite Star Guitar. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer and Jay Donovan.
Apr 18, 2016 · 51 min
001-Welcome To The Guitar Knobs Podcast Plus Our First Guitars
In this our first episode we share a bit about each of The Knobs' music background and share stories about our first guitars. Hosted by Todd Novak with Aaron Cook, Jeff Fischer and Jay Donovan.

The Guitar Knobs

019-Interview with Bass Luthier Tim Seisser of Low Down Bass

018-Guitar goals, wants and needs

017-Interview with Rattlesnake Cables creator Hank Donovan

016-Pawn Shop Prowl

015-Best Deal Ever!

014-Protecting your hearing when playing

013-Boutique Guitar Builders 1

012-Reliced vs. Roadworn

011-Interview with Stringjoy's founder Scott Marquart

010-Part 2 of our Interview with veteran tube amp builder David Harris

009-Interview with Tube Amp Building veteran David Harris Part 1

008-Guest Knob Brian Adams (not THE) shares his penchant for digital gear

007-Dream builds on the Warmoth website 1

006-Gone But Not Forgotton Guitar Trades And Sales

005-Our current favorite gear 1

004-Guest Knob_ Part 2 Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham

003-Guest Knob_ Part 1 Music Mastering Engineer Chris Graham

002-What Gear We Are Jonesing For!

001-Welcome To The Guitar Knobs Podcast Plus Our First Guitars