Podcast appearances and mentions of Ron Ellis

Canadian ice hockey player

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Best podcasts about Ron Ellis

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Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast
#195. UGG på NAMM 2025

Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 73:53


Vi har varit på NAMM-Mässan i Anaheim tillsammans med Marshall. Här är vår rapport. Fölster gräver djupare i ämnet översadelsmaterial. I veckans pryl testar vi DOD 250 50th Anniversary. I veckans avsnitt: Marshall, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Taylor. Tyler, Two-Rock, Celestion, Lundgren, Orange, Neural, Dumble, Dirty Boy, J Rocket, Poly, Cordinero, Mighty Might, Strandberg, True Temperament, EBS, Tonex, Surfy Industry, Zuta, Tom Andersson, Ron Ellis, Badcat, Friedman, Crazy Circuit, Cunningham, Silktone, Frank Brothers, Satellit, Bilt, Casadosa, Mythos, Audio Eyra, Slusser, DOD, UA.

Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast
#192. Årskrönika 2024

Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 87:29


Även detta år samlas Ulf, Fredrik och Fölster på samma ställe i Roslagen och vi börjar med att gå igenom och summera det gångna året. Fölster har bytt mickar på sin MotorAve BelAir till Ellis LRP. I veckans pryl provar vi High-Rise Duo Drive från Koll. I veckans avsnitt: Gretsch, Fender, Gibson, Chase Bliss, Wren & Cuff, Marshall, Tonex, Neural, Hamstead, Dr Z, Vox, Square Wave Bd, Analogman, Huima, Schwarz, Rickenbacker, Ron Ellis, MotorAve, ThroBak, UA, Koll.

Ask Zac
A Look at the "Champ Killer" 1954 Wide-Panel Fender Princeton Amp

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 18:04 Transcription Available


Built from 1953-55, the Wide-Panel Princeton was short-lived, yet in that brief time had 5B2, 5C2, and 5D2 iterations with earlier versions using octal preamp tube, and the latter using a 12AX7. Though both the tweed Princeton and the Champ were single-ended (single power tube) amps, the mighty Princeton throughout the 50s in most years had a bigger speaker, larger cabinet, and the addition of a tone control. For fun, we go all the way back to the first year of the amps production, 1946, and take the amp from it's woody birth, up through TV-front, wide-panel, and narrow-panel versions.Follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/askzac/To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.#askzac #princetonampSupport the show

Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast
#178. Generationsskifte

Ultimate Guitar Gear Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 76:05


Fredrik och Ulf pratar om generationsskiftet som är på gång i gitarrvärlden. Fölster ger sig djupt in i delayets gyllene värd. I veckans pryl spelar vi på ett delay, Memory Lane från Diamond. I detta avsnitt: Mesa-Boogie, Gibson, Fender, Ron Ellis, Collings, Valley Arts, John McGuire, Soldano, Friedman, Divided by 13, Two-Rock, Jackson, Fulltone, Mythos, Benson, Stringjoy, Chase Bliss, JHS, Wampler, Keeley, Kingtone, Martin, Korg, Line 6, Analogman, Maestro, Electro-Harmonix, Eventide, Boss, Diamond, UA, Strymon.

Ladies Talkin’ Leafs
Are Changes Really Coming to the Maple Leafs? LTL Insider Mike Augello Says We'll See

Ladies Talkin’ Leafs

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 64:18


It's just over a week since the Leafs lost Game 7 to the Boston Bruins.  A very familiar outcome, and we knew there would be a lot of news coming out of this playoff exit and so here we are with an extra episode! In this bonus Third Period instalment, we welcome back LTL Insider Mike Augello to discuss the Leafs latest playoff exit, and the fallout, as we head into another early off-season. We get his thoughts on everything from the end of season player comments, including Mitch Marner's remarks, to an analysis of Sheldon Keefe's firing as head coach, as well as debate potential replacements. The conversation then shifts to the Maple Leafs' post season media availability featuring Keith Pelley, Brendan Shanahan, and Brad Treliving, and together we wonder whether changes are finally coming to the team, and we look at the possibility of trading one of the core and whether its time for a new captain. One things for sure, MLSE has got to get the coaching decision right! We wrap up our chat with Mike by getting his thoughts on the the remaining NHL playoff series and who he is watching, as well as get his final Stanley Cup picks. While there is lots of apprehension here in Leaf Land, there is still a Toronto hockey club having great success in the Playoffs. Yes, the PWHL playoffs are still ongoing and Toronto has a chance to head to the final! We're so excited to see what a TO PWHL title will bring to the city! One final personal note, we mentioned during our show that we were invited on CBC radio this past week to discuss Keefe's dismissal and give our post playoff reaction. It was a great experience that would never have come our way without our listeners, and we thank you for helping make us a source for Leafs content! The interview can be found in our show notes. Another reminder that we'll be moving back to our regular schedule, and heading back to the patio soon, where we'll be chilling and bringing you Leafs news all summer long. This could be a busy time for Leafs' Fans and we'll be here to keep the conversation going throughout the off-season. Go Leafs Go! Takeaways The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff exit and the fallout from the loss The PWHL playoffs and the success of the Toronto hockey team Player comments from end of season interviews and Mitch Marner's remarks Analysis of Sheldon Keefe's firing as head coach and speculation on potential replacements Changes are expected to happen to the Toronto Maple Leafs team based on the recent press conference held by the management. There is speculation about trading certain players, but it is acknowledged that it will be challenging to find suitable trades. The hosts express skepticism about the management's ability to make the necessary changes and emphasize the importance of getting the coaching decision right. The hosts discuss their preferences for which teams they want to see win the Stanley Cup in the ongoing NHL playoffs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and PWHL Playoffs 03:47 Player Comments and Auston Matthews' Remark 13:55 Sheldon Keefe's Firing and Potential Replacements 34:26 Trading Players and Captaincy 38:40 Speculation on Miraculous Season and Stanley Cup Final 39:38 Mitch Marner's Control and Potential Scenarios 45:56 Skepticism about Management's Decisions 50:45 Importance of Toughness and Stratification 56:21 Offense Drying Up in the Playoffs 01:00:03 Management Catching Up 01:03:03 Condolences to Ron Ellis' Family and Friends https://bleav.com/shows/ladies-talkin-leafs/ https://www.ladiestalkinleafs.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@LTL1917 Support the show https://ko-fi.com/ltl1917 https://www.nhl.com/mapleleafs/ CBC Radio Here and Now Toronto Interview: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-82-here-and-now-toronto/clip/16065913-what-two-toronto-maple-leafs-podcasters-saying-future https://www.hockeybuzz.com/team/Toronto-Maple-Leafs https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/mitch-marners-teammates-hope-hes-a-maple-leaf-long-term-does-he https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/who-will-be-the-next-maple-leafs-head-coach-a-tiered-list-of-candidates https://thehockeywriters.com/john-tavares-future-maple-leafs-captain/ https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/maple-leafs-management-on-wolls-future-playoff-injuries-and-coaching-search https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40120279/toronto-says-everything-table-exit https://torontosun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/leafs-and-fans-mourn-passing-of-1000-game-winger-ron-ellis

Toronto Mike'd Podcast
Wendel Clark, Stephen Brunt, Steve Paikin and Mark Hebscher Remember Ron Ellis: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1488

Toronto Mike'd Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 10:18


In this 1488th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike shares memories of Ron Ellis collected from Wendel Clark, Stephen Brunt, Steve Paikin and Mark Hebscher. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Yes, We Are Open podcast from Moneris, The Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Team and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

31 Thoughts: The Podcast
The Oilers Surrender Home Ice

31 Thoughts: The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 76:05


Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman dive into the Vancouver Canucks-Edmonton Oilers series and Sunday night's game that saw Vancouver take a 2-1 series lead and regain home ice advantage. Afterwards, the fellas shift focus to the Florida Panthers-Boston Bruins where, following some officiating controversy, the Panthers took a 3-1 series lead (11:40). They park the Stanley Cup Playoff chatter for a moment to focus on the Leafs' coaching search (30:08). Elliotte provides an update on Utah's leadership (40:10) and they wrap A block by paying tribute to the late Ron Ellis (43:21). The guys answer your questions in the Montana's Thought Line (46:29).Jeff and Elliotte wrap the podcast by previewing Monday's action between the Hurricanes and Rangers, and the Stars and Avalanche (1:04:02).Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailThis podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Fired Up
Sunday, May 12:The Sports Lunatics - Remembering Ron Ellis

Fired Up

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 37:40


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The Drive
The Drive - May 13, 2024 - Hour 2

The Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024


AJ and Graham react to the news that Carson Soucy has been handed a one game suspension, then delve into Stars/Avs and Bruins/Panthers. The fellas also talk some REDBLACKS, then are joined by Liam Maguire to remember Ron Ellis who passed away at the age of 79

The Drive
Maguire: Ronnie was a 200 foot guy before that was a thing

The Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024


Liam Maguire joins the show to remember Ron Ellis, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 79, and to talk NHL Playoffs

The Republic of Football
ALAMO AUDIBLE: Episode 241 - Building a Marching Band with Ron Ellis

The Republic of Football

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 85:18


There are few figures in the UTSA community who have been around the program for as long as marching band director Ron Ellis. The architect of the Spirit of San Antonio, "E"'s fingerprints are all over not just UTSA's game day experience in athletics, but also the entire student-life culture across the university. We sat down with E to learn about his journey to UTSA, building a marching band from scratch, and life inside of SOSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Zac
Eldon Shamblin & His Gold 1954 Stratocaster

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 38:02 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/Eldon Shamblin was Leo Fender's favorite guitarist, playing in his favorite band, Bob Wills & The Texas Playboys. Fender supplied the Playboys with amps and steel guitars but he wanted badly to get his new Spanish guitar, the Broadcaster, in their guitarist's hands. Unfortunately, Eldon had no interest in the plank with strings and politely passed on the offer. A few short years later, Leo was still bent on converting Shamblin, so he had his crew build a one-of-a-kind gold Stratocaster in the summer of 1954, and gifted it to the Playboy guitarist during one of their regular visits to the Fender factory. Eldon at first refused the golden solid body, but Leo convinced him to take it with him and try it on the bandstand. Shamblin soon dropped his hollow-body Gibson and became a lifelong Stratocaster player, using them until his passing on August 4th, 1998. Today we take a look at Eldon Shamblin's importance as a guitarist and arranger for Bob Wills & The Texas Playboys, and the fantastically rare and beautiful golden 1954 Stratocaster that Leo Fender gave him. Photos and video on my sitewww.askzac.com/post/eldon-shamblins-1954-gold-stratocasterPlaylisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1efYMv1CjoK8jpJp7sqS55?si=77fd65af7a7b4568Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster built by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects: Amp reverb#askzac #eldonshamblin #stratocasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
The Inspired Story of the Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 19:52 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/The Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive is one of the best overdrive pedals of all time due to its groundbreaking clean mix control. Released in December of 2000, it could cover the standard TS-type tones, yet also be the finest transparent overdrive due to its ability to mix one's dry signal back in. The ability to mix one's clean signal along with a Tube Screamer circuit allows for in James Santiago's words, "jangly highs, tight lows, and the overdriven midrange from the TS circuit."  Today we revisit this classic effect and also get the full story of its creation from the guys who birthed it, Josh Fiden, Voodoo Lab Founder & CEO, and former Voodoo Lab VP, now UA Senior Product Designer, James Santiago. I also reveal a great setting for using the Sparkle Drive to warm up your tone.Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster crafted by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Affiliate link Seymour Duncan Twang Bangerhttps://amzn.to/3QG4vzeStrings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects:Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive, Amp reverb, and Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay#askzac #voodoolab #sparkledriveSupport the show

FOXcast PT
The Life of a FOX Patient

FOXcast PT

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 0:34


We often speak with FOX clinicians on the Live Better Longer podcast, but on this week's episode we get to hear things from a patient's perspective: What led them to FOX Rehabilitation? How have they benefitted from therapy? How soon did they notice results? FOX's Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT, suggested that we chat with her former patient, Ron Ellis. At 87 years old, Ron lives in New York City and has received both physical and occupational therapy from FOX. As the conversation unfolds, we also find out more about Ron's life and discover that not only did he work for NASA on a moon mission, but later got into filmmaking and actually won an Oscar at the 1980 Academy Awards. 

FOXcast PT
The Life of a FOX Patient

FOXcast PT

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 0:34


We often speak with FOX clinicians on the Live Better Longer podcast, but on this week's episode we get to hear things from a patient's perspective: What led them to FOX Rehabilitation? How have they benefitted from therapy? How soon did they notice results? FOX's Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT, suggested that we chat with her former patient, Ron Ellis. At 87 years old, Ron lives in New York City and has received both physical and occupational therapy from FOX. As the conversation unfolds, we also find out more about Ron's life and discover that not only did he work for NASA on a moon mission, but later got into filmmaking and actually won an Oscar at the 1980 Academy Awards. 

FOXcast OT
The Life of a FOX Patient

FOXcast OT

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 0:34


We often speak with FOX clinicians on the Live Better Longer podcast, but on this week's episode we get to hear things from a patient's perspective: What led them to FOX Rehabilitation? How have they benefitted from therapy? How soon did they notice results? FOX's Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT, suggested that we chat with her former patient, Ron Ellis. At 87 years old, Ron lives in New York City and has received both physical and occupational therapy from FOX. As the conversation unfolds, we also find out more about Ron's life and discover that not only did he work for NASA on a moon mission, but later got into filmmaking and actually won an Oscar at the 1980 Academy Awards. 

FOXcast OT
The Life of a FOX Patient

FOXcast OT

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 0:34


We often speak with FOX clinicians on the Live Better Longer podcast, but on this week's episode we get to hear things from a patient's perspective: What led them to FOX Rehabilitation? How have they benefitted from therapy? How soon did they notice results? FOX's Jackie Loeshelle, PT, DPT, suggested that we chat with her former patient, Ron Ellis. At 87 years old, Ron lives in New York City and has received both physical and occupational therapy from FOX. As the conversation unfolds, we also find out more about Ron's life and discover that not only did he work for NASA on a moon mission, but later got into filmmaking and actually won an Oscar at the 1980 Academy Awards. 

Ask Zac
How Did My Stratocaster End Up Playing "Wicked Game" With Chris Isaak?

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 22:56 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/The story of how JD Simo played the Ryman with Chris Isaak using my Stratocaster built by Brad Paisley. I also go in-depth on the Stratocaster that my old college buddy crafted for me. Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster built by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects:Amp reverb and Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay#askzac #jdsimo #chrisisaakSupport the show

Ask Zac
Stratocaster Pioneers Of The 1950s

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 26:30 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/Introduced in 1954, the Fender Stratocaster could have died a quick death if it had not caught on with key players on the music scene of the day. The guitarists who put it on the map, Ike Turner, Otis Rush, Pee Wee Crayton, Buddy Guy, Buddy Holly, Johnny Meeks, Eldon Shamblin, Buddy Merrill, and Neil LeVang, deserve credit for their important role in the success story of the Strat. Bill Carson & Rex Gallion also get special mention as the guys who pushed Leo Fender to create the Stratocaster because of their desire for an instrument with a built-in vibrato, a 6-piece bridge, 3 pickups, and a contoured body.  Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4XGaErkuMmb0aa1tYu9jaE?si=cceae943364246dcDoye O'Dell with Bill Carsonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtuBYo3e9lQDeke's article on Rex Gallion and Strat 001https://dekedickerson.com/musings/rex-gallion-and-stratocaster-serial-no-001/Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster built by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects: Amp reverb#askzac #zacchilds #stratocasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
To Float, Or Not To Float, Strats The Question

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 22:58 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/Today I look at my 2 favorite options for Strat tremolo setup, fully floating, or deck it and removing the bar. Also, we look at some handy tips for helping you stay in tune when floating the bridge, adjusting the string break angle at the headstock, using low-tension Raw Vintage springs, recommended string gauges, and lubing the nut slots and string tree. Affiliate link, Raw Vintage Springshttps://amzn.to/46VaG8YGear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster built by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects: Amp reverb#askzac #zacchilds #stratocasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
A Walk Through My Telecaster Collection - 6 Telecasters & Counting - Ask Zac 167

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 25:47 Transcription Available


Music City Bridge Guitar Parts:https://musiccitybridge.com/collections/guitar-partsGlaser Bendershttps://www.glaserbender.com/To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/A look at my 6 Telecasters:1. 1982 Kubicki/Danocaster with Musi City Bridge 3-pickup blend wiring, Glaser convertible bender.More on my Kubicki/Danohttps://youtu.be/F9fjUeQtjUM2. 1967 Fender Telecaster - stock except for compensated saddles. Refret by Nick at Glaser InstrumentsMore on the 1967 Maplecap Telehttps://youtu.be/K62c9ycOTlU3. Crook Custom Paisley - Glaser Convertible Bender, Music City Bridge 3-string treeJoe Glaser installs a Convertible Bender in the paisleyhttps://youtu.be/JLBKjRpRA7U4. 1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.More on the 57 Esquirehttps://youtu.be/VHVlD_Ut0OU5. 1953 Telecaster - Ron Ellis 52T and Standard plus neck6. 1967/69 Telecaster with factory Bigsby - Bill Lawrence A400 neck, Ron Ellis 60T bridge pickup. Aging by Dan Strain, and refret by Nick at Glaser InstrumentsMore on my Bigsby Telehttps://youtu.be/sKNXOCRlaiYAmp:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-ampStrings: D'Addario NYXL 95-44https://amzn.to/41rnl0VPick:Blue Chip TPR 35Effects: Amp reverb#askzac #zacchilds #telecasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
What I Take To The Gig - Ask Zac 166

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 25:32 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/video of showhttps://youtu.be/IbWSeuLuj6AI was about to put away all of my gear after a run of shows, and I decided to show my somewhat minimalist approach to what I take to gig with. Here, I show my pedalboard, amp, cables, and spares I take with me, including my direct amp rig I use as a backup to my Headstrong Lil King. In the pursuit of completeness, I even show the gig bag and amp cover I use, and the old Coca-Cola crate I use as an amp stand and transport for cables and gear. Also included are some clips of me playing from this last run of shows with Paul Bogart. Gear used in the live clips:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.https://danocaster.com/https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 95-44https://amzn.to/41rnl0VPick:Blue Chip TPR 35Effects: Amp reverb#askzac #zacchilds #telecasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
Solving Noise Issues When Using 2 Amps - Ask Zac 164

Ask Zac

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 22:05 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comAs soon as I got a second guitar amp in High School, I began experimenting with running both of them at the same time. In 1990 this usually meant a stereo chorus splitting the signal. An unwanted side-effect was that I found that my noise floor went way up, and sometimes, with certain pairings of amps, it seemed like my sound got smaller instead of bigger. It was not until almost two decades later, in 2002, I learned about the grounding and phase issues that have to be dealt with when running two amps simultaneously. Here, I show how to overcome these issues with an easy-to-find signal splitter that incorporates phase reversal controls, and safe ground lifting using an isolation transformer.Full episode on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/FZ__DCGIwDIAmazon link to Lehle P-Split IIIhttps://amzn.to/3MVoVU1Book Nook Link - The Fender Archives, by Tom Wheelerhttps://amzn.to/42fyZfiThe Stratocaster Chronicles, by Tom Wheelerhttps://amzn.to/3WANkBEGear used:1982 Kubicki body, 2022 Danocaster Neck, Glaser Convertible Bender, 80s Duncan middle, Ron Ellis 50/60 Tele pickup set. NYXL 9.5-44 Stringshttps://amzn.to/3qbGGpp1965 Deluxe Reverb with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerLink to 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://amzn.to/427wpYr2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-ampEffects used:1981 TC Chorus Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay Truetone CS6 power supply  https://amzn.to/3WAMd4R#askzac #princetonreverb  #telecasterSupport the show

Ask Zac
Western Swing Soloing Hacks - Ask Zac 161

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 26:27 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comOne of my Patreon supporters started playing with a new group, and they wanted to add some Western Swing numbers and he wanted some pointers for playing in that style. I thought this would be the perfect topic for a video. Here, I share some do's and don'ts along with harmonic & tonal concepts for sounding legit when performing Western Swing.Junior Barnard playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/11b...Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.https://danocaster.com/https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 95-44https://amzn.to/41rnl0VPick:Blue Chip TPR 35Effects: Jrocket Archer Ikon with NOS diods from Chad C. Support the show

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I Have Arthritis, But I Ain't Quittin' - Ask Zac 160

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 16:19 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comI have been struggling off and on with hand pain since 2019 but had been able to keep things under control until March 2023. Last month, my hand pain hit a new level, and I knew I needed to find out what was going on. Today's episode lays out my journey and my road forward.FYI, I just played one of my gigs in Tulsa last night. All went well, just a bit sore, and going to ice it down some. Looking forward to the gig tonight, April 21, 2023.Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 95-44https://amzn.to/41rnl0VPick:Blue Chip TPR 35#askzac #zacchilds #arthritisSupport the show

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The Fabulous Headstrong Lil' King Amp - Ask Zac 158

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 20:24 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comI have bought and sold at least 10 Princeton Reverb-style amps over the last 30 years. I want to love them, but I hate the way most of them sound really small when dialed in clean with a Telecaster's bridge pickup. And as much as I love my old 1965 Deluxe Reverb amp, there are many times when I wish I had an amp that would hit the sweet spot at a lower volume, and be a bit easier to tote around. Earlier this year, I was at JD Simo's studio, and he encouraged me to play through his Headstrong Lil' King. I was blown away and ordered one the next day. It arrived a couple of weeks later, handbuilt by Wayne, and it was no less stellar than Simo's amp. I took the amp on a gig 2-days later, and I kept looking back at it during the gig. I played at least half the time on the bridge pickup with a cleaner tone, and the Lil' King produced wonderfully fat tones. After many years of searching, I found my Princeton.Gear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and Aging on the Body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Refret by Nick at Glaser Instruments. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.Strings: D'Addarion NYXL 95-44Pick:Blue Chip TPR 35#askzac #princetonreverb #headstrongampsSupport the show

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James Burton's 1952 Tele - The Beginning of the Telecaster Craze - Ask Zac 143

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 24:43 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comThe history of James Burton's iconic 1952 Telecaster. From his parent's purchase of it in 1952, through all of the aesthetic variations, it underwent until its current incarnation of a red finish and a white pickguard.  Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/29f...Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Pick:Blue Chip TPR 35Amp:2021 Fender Handwired 64 Princeton Reverb with a Jensen Neo 10-100 speaker.#askzac #jamesburton  #zacchildsSupport the show

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The Best $200 Guitar Amp - The Peavey Special 130 - Ask Zac 142

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 31:03 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comThe tale of the greatest $200 amp on the planet, the 80s Peavey Special 130.Amazon link to Peavey book  https://amzn.to/3F0YlFlGear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis. Pickguard design by Jay & Kristi Smith of Juicebox Designs.Strings: D'Addarion NYXL 10-46Pick:Blue Chip TPR 35Amp:1984 Peavey Special 130#askzac #peaveyspecial130 #zacchildsSupport the show

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Redd Volkaert - The Telewacker - Ask Zac Player Spotlight - 139

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 28:40 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comIn August 1998, I was reading the latest Guitar Player Magazine and excitedly read a feature on the new guitarist for Merle Haggard's Strangers, Redd Volkaert. In the accompanying photo, he was captured holding a number of Roy Nichols-era Haggard albums, and cradling a number of vintage Telecasters, including a blackguard. In the article, Redd promoted his new "Telewacker" album and professed his love for Nichols, and I knew that this was the man that was going to bring the Telecaster sound back to the Hag's lead guitar spot. As much as I had loved the 1980s-era Roy and later Clint Strong with their Les Paul and Peavey Session 400 rigs, I had longed to hear the tunes played with a Tele and a JBL-equipped Fender amp. I soon learned that Haggard was playing nearby and I immediately bought a ticket to see Merle and the Strangers for their show on September 4th, 1998, in Corpus Christi, Texas. For the entire show, Redd was on-fire, as he paid homage to his predecessors, yet put his spin on the guitar parts to Merle's incredible catalog of hits. It was one of the best shows I have ever heard.Today we look at Redd Volkaert and his huge influence on Telecaster players over the last 30 years. Also, we feature a new segment, Zac's book time.Book link https://amzn.to/3T0g9DXPlaylisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DL...Redd guests quite a bit with the Western Flyershttps://www.thewesternflyers.com/Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addarion NYXL 10-46Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with a 60s JBL D120F gray frame speaker with its original cone. Used with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffSupport the show

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How Leo Fender's Telecaster Bridge Cover Became An Ashtray - Ask Zac 136

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 17:06 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comLeo Fender spent a great amount of time and money to create a cover for the bridge and pickup assembly on his Esquire & Broadcaster guitars in 1950. It protected the bridge & pickup assembly from corrosion, it shielded it to help with noise, and it was an ornamental hand rest that made his guitar look more professional. Early players kept them on, but by even the mid-50s, players were taking them off to palm mute for chugga-chugga rhythms or swampy low-string licks. It soon became known as the ashtray, and Leo's functional and decorative cover was used by smokers who set them on their amps and knocked out the contents at the end of the night. Soon, most players retired them permanently to their case or lost them altogether. The lone exception to this was Iceman, Albert Collins, who not only kept his cover in place but decorated it with eye-catching reflective tape. Today we dive deep, into the story of Leo Fender's Telecaster bridge cover.Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis.Strings: StringJoy Pure Nickel Round Core 10-44 (10,12,16,24,34,44)Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with a 60s JBL D120F gray frame speaker with its original cone. Used with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffects used:Amp reverb, MXR Clone Looper#askzac #stringjoy #zacchildsSupport the show

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The Fender JBL Sound - The True Story of the Premier American Guitar Speaker - Ask Zac 135

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 29:58 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comJBL began producing efficient, high-wattage speakers in 1948 with the introduction of the D-130 model 15" speaker. The speaker was mainly used in public address (PA) systems until 1953 when Bob Crooks decided to spare no expense with his new Standel line of guitar amps, and factory install D-130's in them. Standel became the Dumble of the early 50s with their innovative cabinet and circuit designs, and also due to their use of a speaker that could produce a much clearer and louder tone than the less expensive pressed frame speakers being produced by Jensen and others. Stars from Chet Atkins to Speedy West began using Standel models over Fender, and the boys in Fullerton began to take note. Leo Fender, whose goal was always to make a great instrument at a more pocketbook-friendly price, continued to use lower-cost Jensen units until he finally relented in late 1959, producing the Vibrasonic amp, which was his first factory-equipped model with a JBL and the first Fender with Tolex covering and forward facing controls.  In today's episode, we will look at some of the myths about them concerning brightness, the actual weight of the popular alnico magnet D120F & K120 models, and the differences between cast frame and pressed from speakers. Also, we will discuss the polarity issue and the frame thickness of the later D120F and K120 models that can require modifications to be utilized in some amps.    A short list of guitarists that have used JBL speakers during important phases of their careers would include, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Albert Lee, Albert Collins, James Burton, Jerry Garcia, Roy Nichols, Duane Allman, Chet Atkins, Dickie Betts, Vince Gill, Mick Taylor, Keith Richards, Jesse Ed Davis, and Eric Johnson.Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-44 (10,12,16,24,34,44)Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with a 60s JBL D120F gray frame speaker with its original cone. Used with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffects used:Amp reverb#askzac #jbld120f #zacchildsSupport the show

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Swapping Tele Neck Pickups, Setting Pickup Height & Solder Tips - Ask Zac 132

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 30:46 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comIn today's video, Bill Keck and I re-install the 1954 neck pickup that was rewound by Ron Ellis. Bill passes on some important solder skills, and I show my hack for setting pickup height. To boot, you get a ton of under-the-hood shots of my 1957 Esquire. Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with a V30 speaker. Used with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffects used:Amp reverb#askzac #guitartech  #telecasterSupport the show

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Fred Carter Jr - Session Man, Mentor to Robbie Robertson, First Telecaster Man in Nashville - AZ 131

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 31:27 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comToday we take a look at the man who brought the Telecaster sound to Nashville, Fred Carter Jr. Besides being a Tele specialist, he was also one of the great session utility men, playing everything from bass to mandolin on tracks ranging from Muddy Waters to Willie Nelson. Many are only aware of him because of his daughter, Country star Deana Carter, or the footnote of him being Robbie Robertson's mentor in the Hawks. Today we bring Fred Carter's playing outside the shadows. Johnny Darrell "Why You Been Gone So Long"   • Johnny Darrell "W...  Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1cD...Additional photos of Fred through the years and all the links below are on my websitehttps://www.askzac.com/post/fred-cart...Fred Carter Jr - "Voodoo Woman"   • Fred Carter Jr. -...  Fred Carter Jr. - Sitting on Mama's Knee - Nuggett   • Fred Carter Jr. -...  Fred Carter Jr. - River Boy - Nuggett   • Fred Carter Jr. -...  Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with "New Tall" Ron Ellis neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1959 Harvard with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffects used:MXR M300 on Spring setting#askzac Support the show

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Why Vintage Telecaster Pickups Die - Ask Zac 130

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 21:30 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comI played a show in Norman, Oklahoma, on a Saturday, and everything sounded fantastic with my 1957 Esquire. I picked her up on Tuesday, and there was no sound when I went to the neck pickup. I checked solder joints and metered it, and sure enough, the Esquire's neck pickup was dead. This episode is about how Tele pickups die, and how to a degree it is a bit inevitable to the gigging Tele player.Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with "New Tall" Ron Ellis neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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A Tour of the Ron Ellis Pickup Workshop - Ask Zac 129

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 61:43 Transcription Available


To order Ron Ellis Pickups:  ronellispickups@gmail.comTo Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comRon Ellis is one of the premier pickup winders, and a great friend to boot. I headed out to San Diego to see his new facility, and to meet the team he has put together to meet the high demand for his pickups. Ron kindly walks us through the pickup-making process and the guys that are responsible for each step of the process.#askzac #ronellis #ronellispickupsSupport the show

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Steve Gibson - The Consummate Nashville Guitar Chameleon - Ask Zac 128

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 13:39 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comSteve Gibson has worked with everyone from Beatle George Harrison to Randy Travis. And if you have enjoyed George Strait's work since the early 90s, then that's Steve and Brent Mason covering all of the guitar work on the Texan's hits over the last 3 decades. In today's episode, we spotlight a guitarist whose style has always been to play precisely what the song needs.Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1EZ...Our Truetone Lounge interview with Steve   • Truetone Lounge |...  Gear Used: 1982 Kubicki body, 2022 Danocaster Neck, Glaser Convertible Bender, 80s Duncan middle, Ron Ellis 50/60 Tele pickup set. Amp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:amp verb, Boss DD-2#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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The Incomparable Guitar of Andrew Gold - Ask Zac 125

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 24:20 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar: https://paypal.me/AskZac Venmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch - www.askzac.comThe late Andrew Gold was a mere pup when he walked into the studio with Linda Ronstadt to jumpstart her career with the tracks "You're No Good," and "When Will I Be Loved." His arrangement ideas, harmony vocals, and most noticeably his iconic guitar work, placed the "Gold" stamp on what would end up being two of her greatest hits. Today we will look at both tracks, and lay out the gear he used for both tracks. We will also look at Andrew's career, and how his guitar playing influenced the sound of pop guitar in the 80s and 90s.Early clip of "You're No Good."   • Video  Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/7cn...Gear Used: 1982 Kubicki body, 2022 Danocaster Neck, Glaser Convertible Bender, 80s Duncan middle, Ron Ellis 50/60 Tele pickup set. Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZ Pick: D'Andrea Medium-Heavy Amp: 2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used: amp verb & Ibanez Mostortion#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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The Evolution of my Danocaster, Kubicki, Glaser Franken-Tele - Ask Zac 123

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 16:27 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel: https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar: https://paypal.me/AskZac Venmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch - www.askzac.comI bought a Kubicki Telecaster out of a local Nashville Buy/Sell paper called the Trader's Post in 1997. The purchase was to replace my 52 reissue Telecaster that had just been stolen. I thought the single-bound body was cool, but the ebony fretboard neck was not my cup of tea. At $350, it was all I could afford at the time, and I knew I could hot-rod it when I had more discretionary funds. Over the last 25-years, the guitar has had 7 different necks, 2 different B-bender systems, set up as everything from an Esquire to having a mini-humbucker in the neck, and had a wide variety of wiring harnesses. In today's episode, I show its latest incarnation with a new Danocaster neck, based on the one on my 57 Esquire, an 80s Seymour Duncan Hot Strat Stack middle pickup, new Glaser convertible bender, Ron Ellis 50/60 neck and bridge pickups, and Joe Glaser's new 3-pickup wiring with a middle pickup blend control. The Franken-Tele lives! Gear Used: 1982 Kubicki body, 2022 Danocaster Neck, Glaser Convertible Bender, 80s Duncan middle, Ron Ellis 50/60 Tele pickup set. Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZ Pick: D'Andrea Medium-Heavy Amp: 2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used: amp verb #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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A Tribute to My Musical Mentor - Pat Grogan - Ask Zac 122

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 16:48 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comIn life, you are blessed to have great teachers. Sometimes teachers go above and beyond and become mentors. My musical mentor, Pat Grogan, took me on his gigs, watched me play, and then we worked on my shortcomings in our weekly lessons. He was also a former Big D Jamboree staff guitarist,  played on Bruce Chanel's huge hit "Hey Baby," and performed in Willie Nelson's band in his pre-outlaw days. We had many great musical adventures together, and I always knew he was looking out for me. Along the way, I tell the tale of us performing a pair of shows with a Country Music Legend, who was too drunk to remember me when I got my photo with him afterward. I learned so much from Pat, and today's episode is a tribute to my friend and teacher who will probably still be gigging at 90.Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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Junior Barnard - Electric Guitar Pioneer - Ask Zac 120

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 19:05 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comWhile there have been many great Western Swing guitarists, Junior Barnard was one of the most exciting players of the genre with his ear-catching style and aggressive tone. Today, we look at how of all the swing guitarists, Barnard is the most accessible to modern players, and how you can steal from him to add some spice to your playing.Spotify playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/11b...Links to more on Junior:https://www.adioslounge.com/get-it-lo...https://www.fretboardjournal.com/colu...https://mentmorris.podia.com/lead-gui...Damien Bacci   • Fat Boy Rag - Jun...  Tommy Harkenrider Lesson   • Tiny Grimes compi...  Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link Support the show

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Branding Your Guitar - Ask Zac 118

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 16:18 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comGuitarists have been personalizing or branding their guitars for many years. Some simply used their guitars as portable billboards, like a young BB King, who had his name along with the radio station he played at emblazoned on the top of his guitar. Others just wanted to make sure the audience knew who the hot cat was on guitar. While this has come and gone as far as being the in-style thing to do for the average player, it has always been a part of the showmanship of guitarists. Look at guitar heroes, Stevie Ray Vaughan or Eddie Van Halen. We rarely saw either of them without a guitar branded with "SRV" or "5150" in plain view. In this episode, I give the inspiration behind my personalized pickguard, and how I got help from some artist friends in creating it. The wonderful thing about doing this is that it is fun, and if you grow tired of it, you can easily remove it, and go back to the plain old plastic pickguard you had before.Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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The Memphis Guitarist that Influenced Reggie Young, Steve Cropper, and Chips Moman. Ask Zac 117

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 13:41 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comSpotlight on the greatest unknown Memphis guitarist, Clarence Nelson. He was a major influence in both style and tone on Steve Cropper, Reggie Young, and Chips Moman. Clarence was an African-American guitarist who worked with bandleader, Ben Branch, and from there influenced the younger players that saw him live, or watched him in the studio on early Stax, American, and Hi/Royal sessions. Nelson also toured with both James Carr and William Bell in the 60s and 70s. He should be credited as an early adopter of the Telecaster in Memphis, and how he paved the way for others with his funky low string licks, and stuttering bends. Much thanks to Red Kelly's excellent detective work on Clarence which can be found here. http://souldetective.com/case8part1.htmlAlso, check out my interview with Reggie Young where we discuss Clarence Nelson later in the video   • Reggie Young | Tr...  Michael Ross mentioned Clarence in his piece on Reggiehttps://www.premierguitar.com/artists...Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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My 37-Year Journey To Find The Right Pick - Ask Zac 115

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 19:22 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comThe pick is how many of us strike the string and create a sound with the guitar. Like most of you, I have been on a pick journey for many years, and I must say an enjoyable one, as most picks cost a dollar or less. The pick we choose makes a huge difference in our tone, and also changes the way we feel and experience the guitar. Today I walk through the various picks that I have used over my 37-years of playing the guitar. What made each one good, but also why I moved on. I end on my favorite pick, a celluloid Medium-Heavy pick made by one of the original pick makers, D'Andrea.  These guys have some of the D'Andrea MH .84 pickshttps://www.stringsbymail.com/dandrea...Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1964 Vox AC10Effects used:MXR M300 Reverb on the Spring setting#askzac #guitartech #guitarpicksSupport the show

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How to play the Ask Zac Theme, and the story behind it - Ask Zac 114

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 13:03 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comI have gotten numerous questions over the past 2-years about the Ask Zac theme. Here I show both how to play it, and the story about how it came about. I touch on the hand pain issues I have dealt with over the past 3 years, and how the theme came about as a way for me to both strengthen my hands, and be musical.Here is a link to the tabhttps://www.askzac.com/post/ask-zac-t...Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecaster  #guthrietrappSupport the show

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Pops Staples - Preaching the Tremolo Gospel - Ask Zac 113

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 27:38 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comAnyone playing Delta-Blues with deep tremolo, whether on an album or as frequently used in soundtrack work, owes much to Pops Staples's groundbreaking guitar style. His spooky and tremolo-soaked guitar set the mood for the Staple Singers brand of Gospel and Protest tunes that put them on the map in the 50s and 60s. In this episode, we take a look at his upbringing in the Jim Crow south, and how he moved to Chicago to find better opportunities for his family. In this episode, we look at both the incredible musical influence that Pops had and also how his guitar work was sadly hidden away to pave the way for their Stax R&B hits.Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4dX...More great info on Pops from my friend Michael Rosshttps://www.premierguitar.com/artists...Amazon link to Greg Kot's book on Mavis and the Staples  https://amzn.to/3is2HJz1957 Fender Esquire with an added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46 Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/3uD1WnZPick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:2021 Fender Vibro Champ Reverb Effects used:amp verb and tremolo#askzac #guitartech #telecaster  Support the show

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The Importance of Amp Placement - Ask Zac 108

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 17:40 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comOne of the biggest questions you should ask yourself when setting up in a room is "How should I position my amp for the best tone?" This is the struggle of every guitarist, as they strive to get a good tone to inspire themselves, and hopefully put on a better show. In this video, I explain a number of key positioning and baffling concepts that will help you get great sounds, and will hopefully keep the soundman happy too.Here are some of the issues addressed:1. Multiple ways to baffle your amp depending on how much reduction is required2. Pros and cons of the amp on the floor.3. leaning back the amp.4. Turning the amp around.5. Amp on a chair to hear yourself better, and reduce low-end rumble6. What to do in an overly reverberant room1957 Fender Esquire with added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:amp verb and tremolo#askzac #guitartech #telecaster #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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Duane Allman - The Telecaster & Fuzz Years - Ask Zac 107

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 20:48 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comDuane Allman wasn't always a Gibson/Marshall guy. In today's episode, we cover the era while he was with the Allman Joys, The Hourglass, and his much-celebrated session career in Muscle Shoals. During this era, he mainly played a Telecaster with a homemade fuzz unit attached to the instrument, or a Strat with a Fuzz Face through Fender amps. It is also during this time period that he saw Jesse Ed Davis playing slide with Taj Mahal, causing him to pursue slide with a vengeance.Gear for this video:1957 Fender Esquire with added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:amp verbAnalogman Sun Face 2N Fuzz#askzac #duaneallman  #telecasterSupport the show

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TOP 5 Episodes of 2021 - Ask Zac 105

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 19:35 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Tip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comAs I was contemplating my last AZ episode of 2021, I realized that 4 out of 5 of my top videos of the year were all focused on amps. So this episode both looks at the importance of amps and lends some additional insight into those amp videos. I take a look at my videos featuring the Deluxe Reverb, Tone Master Deluxe, Vibro Champ Reverb, and the episode on how small amps got big.Gear for this video:1957 Fender Esquire with added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:amp verb#askzac #guitartech #telecaster #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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1957 VS 1967 Vintage Telecaster Comparison - Ask Zac 88 - Leo Fender VS CBS Fender

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Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 25:35 Transcription Available


To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comFender has made the Telecaster for longer than many of us have been alive. The elegant, yet simple instrument has evolved and had many variations over the past 70 years. Today, I take a 1957 and 1967 Telecaster and show how the instrument changed from the heart of the Leo years, to firmly in the CBS era. From headstock to pickups, the comparison is quite enlightening, and I finish the video with head-to-head tone examples. To finish the video, I give a quick lesson on the playing examples I used for both instruments.Gear for this video1957 Fender Esquire with added vintage neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Rewind of bridge pickup by Ron Ellis.1967 Telecaster - stock except for steel compensated saddles, and the tone control is wired to the bridge pickup only.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10,12,16,24,34,44Pick:Danocaster MediumAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:amp verb #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

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Tuesday Form2Win ATR from OBS-Part 1: TOC & Little Red Feather's Gary Fenton, Kip Elser, Ron Ellis, Ron Moquett

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023