Chasing Tone - Guitar Podcast About Gear, Effects, Amps and Tone
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Welcome to the Chasing Tone Podcast! Join Brian Wampler, Blake Wyland, Richard Oliver, and a variety of special guests as they dive into the world of guitars, pedals, amps, and other guitar gear. From answering your burning questions to discussing bands, gigs, and the latest trends in the guitar world, we cover it all. Expect plenty of off-topic banter and a behind-the-scenes look at our work at Wampler Pedals. If you enjoy guitar podcasts that feel like hanging out with your musician friends, you'll love Chasing Tone.
Episodes
- 616 - Taste the Pain with special guest Michael Beinhorn - a look into the production of some absolutely massive albums
Michael Beinhorn joins the Chasing Tone Podcast to discuss his experiences producing albums for artists like Soundgarden, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Hole. He shares his insights into music production and the making of some renowned records…
- 615 - Random amp joy, the great Kindle swindle, and Telecaster heresy
Blake and Richard host episode 615 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, covering topics like amp experiences, AI's impact on music, and new gear from NUX. They also discuss a controversy in the guitar community and other music-related news.
- 614 - Are two heads better than one? The great stereo amp debate and the magic number of knobs!
Chasing Tone Podcast Episode 614 discusses the stereo amplifier debate, new pedal releases including a Strymon fuzz, and the ideal number of knobs for guitar equipment. The hosts also share their earliest musical memories and review produc…
- 613 - Who is the world's smallest pedal builder, and has Blake finally submitted to the dark side?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, the hosts discuss the world's smallest pedal builder, Blake's acquisition of a modeler, the relaunch of Ross Pedals, and Fender's new interfaces. Other topics include sad news in the gear world,…
- 612 - Travis Feaster plays the blues, LED fretboards, and there is fuzz on the internet
This episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast features discussions on Travis Feaster playing the blues, LED fretboards, and fuzz. The hosts also talk about venue feedback issues, vintage guitars, and guitar-related anecdotes.
- 611 - Pointy-headed guitars, vintage cabs, and German ambient weirdness.
This episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast features discussions on pointy-headed guitars, vintage amplifier cabinets, and German ambient effects. The hosts also cover handheld computing devices, multi-expression pedal setups, and the practic…
- 610 - Are gigantic pedalboards back in fashion and what is the cure for a bad band practice?
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss gigantic pedalboards and solutions for bad band practices. They also share memories of working in music stores and debate the impact of AI-generated music and technology on the guitar.
- 609 - You can't put handlebars on an amplifier, the world's most expensive guitar, and happy birthday to the Telecaster!
Chasing Tone Episode 609 covers topics including guitar amplifiers, the world's most expensive guitar, and the Fender Telecaster's 75th anniversary. The hosts also discuss Fender's trademark of the Stratocaster shape and the launch of Oliv…
- 608 - Vintage amps, Wooden samplers, and Fender's bender agenda
In episode 608 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian and Richard discuss vintage amps, wooden samplers, and Fender's auto-tuning guitar concept. They also cover various guitar gear topics, including pointy-headed guitars, pickup finishes, and…
- 607 - Brian invents a new form of reverb and are guitar magazines dead?
In this episode, Brian invents a new form of reverb. The hosts also discuss the state of guitar magazines, methods for learning guitar parts, and various guitar-related subjects.
- 606 - The Art of the Stompbox, Blake has ghosts, and Brian falls down another rabbit hole
This episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast features discussions on the art of the stompbox, including the new Golden Jubilee pedal. The hosts also touch on various guitar-related topics and tone.
- 605 - We are the weird ones and is this the ultimate collection of gear ever?
In episode 605 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss guitar gear, the Jim Irsay auction collection, AI music generation, and recent comments regarding the Telecaster. Other topics include pedal creation processes,…
- 604 - Brian drops some more big hints, confuses everyone, and is a kind of chilled out entertainer
This episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast features Brian, Blake, and Richard discussing Brian's latest hints, a review of the Pedalhead, and a debate about music career trajectories. They also cover stem separation software and string-relat…
- 603 - A royal declaration, a new guitar is needed, and Brian is a workaholic
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard talk about a royal declaration, the urgent need for a new guitar, and Brian being a workaholic. They also touch on current affairs relating to guitar strings and discus…
- 602 - More Pedalhead talk, NAMM is snow joke, and you cannot resist the power of the Dork Side!
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss their experiences at NAMM, including the Pedalhead Machine Learning Poweramp, new gear from Casio, and modeling units. The episode also touches on various humorous anecdotes, product inventions, and recent…
- 601 - Brian reveals the all new Wampler Pedalhead power amp and another pedal is leaked!
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian and Richard discuss the new Wampler Pedalhead power amp and teased upcoming releases. The hosts also touch on the PRS and Ed Sheeran collaboration, new Synergy amp options, and various gea…
- 600 - The legend of goat mountain, Brian wants a new Les Paul, and behold - the Human Riff!
On episode 600 of Chasing Tone, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Gibson guitars, David Gilmour footage, and upcoming NAMM reveals. The hosts also touch on gaming, music band history, and various other listener topics.
- 599 - Blake's cougar encounter and the ultimate tune-able tube screamers
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss various topics in episode 599 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, including tube screamers, music history through MTV, gear modifications, and recent music listens. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and dis…
- 598 - Get off the stage, pedalboy - it's the New Year's Eve Special 2025!
In the New Year's Eve special of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss their 2025 holiday gifts, new projects, and musical experiences. The hosts also touch on various topics including guitar gear, industry news, and…
- 597 - It's the Most Wonderful Gear of the Year!
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Reverb's top pedals of 2025, AI tone experiments, and various holiday-themed topics in the latest episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast. The hosts also touch on gear, business ideas, and personal anecdotes i…
- 596 - I could fall asleep at night as a Rock and Roll star...and JHS make history
In this episode of Chasing Tone, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Richard's recent gig, the Jamiroquai concert experience, and the JHS and Electro Harmonix Big Muff 2 collaboration. They also look at a new reverb pedal from Robert Keeley…
- 595 - Brian gets a new pedal and what advice got you through your first gig?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Richard's upcoming first guitar gig, share advice for beginners, and discuss a new pedal acquisition. The hosts also cover various topics including fitness, per…
- 594 - Brian breaks the Internet as Wampler debut The Compulsion Drive
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss the launch of the Wampler Compulsion Drive pedal. They also touch upon topics including a new Ozzy Osbourne T-shirt, a charity project from Josh Scott of JHS, a…
- 593 - Terrible analogies, Dirty-T, and Brian teases a new pedal release!
In episode 593 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss new gear, wireless monitoring systems, and the differences between British and American high schools. They also cover industry news, including a new Fractal mode…
- 592 - What's happening to the price of US guitars, the rise of the robots, and Brian's goth phase
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss US guitar prices, new amplifier releases, AI concerns, and various personal anecdotes. The hosts also cover news from Gibson and Marshall alongside off-topic discussions about music, television, and hobbie…
- 591 - Did JHS just break a pedal paradigm and has Brian invented a new type of electric guitar?
In this episode of Chasing Tone, Brian and Richard discuss the new JHS Troika delay pedal, the new ToneX format from IK Multimedia, and the evolving influence of gear influencers. They also touch on changes to gear industry trends and shar…
- 590 - Brian wrecks another guitar and ponders what it is like to be knobyfied!
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Wampler's upcoming releases, a damaged guitar, the Knobyfier, and gear-related news in episode 590 of the Chasing Tone Podcast. The hosts also touch on Megadeth news, music history, and various other liste…
- 589 - Brian's ears are burning and introducing the Wampler Mini EGO 76
Brian, Blake, and Richard return for episode 589 of the Chasing Tone Podcast to discuss the Wampler Mini EGO 76, guitar gear, and various off-topic subjects including cars, electronics manufacturing, and pop culture references.
- 588 - It's a Trapp! We talk tone, tunes, and teaching with Nashville legend Guthrie Trapp
In episode 588 of the Chasing Tone podcast, hosts Brian, Blake, and Richard interview Nashville guitarist Guthrie Trapp. They discuss his musical background, guitar clinics, his approach to the instrument, and various topics ranging from m…
- 587 - Indiana Tones and the Pedalboard of Doom, and Brian has amp advice
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian and Richard discuss pedal-board amps, new gear releases, graphic design nostalgia, and music history. They also touch on topics ranging from Nashville and line dancing to specific gear lik…
- 586 - New Guitar Day, Reverse Headstocks, and the End of Creativity?
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss new gear, reverse headstocks, the Synyster Gates amplifier, and AI developments. They also reflect on the legacy of guitar builder Ken Parker and cover various industry news topics.
- 585 - Brian modifies a new pedal live on air and shares his Metaverse based exit strategy
In this episode, the hosts discuss guitar gear, industry news, and virtual reality experiences. The conversation covers new pedal releases from BOSS and DOD, a collaboration between Synergy and Marshall, and discussions surrounding Spotify…
- 584 - Brian is not a fan of Spotify's Ai suggestions and partially destroys a vehicle
In episode 584 of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian recounts a disastrous outdoor gig experience, while Blake shares his recent time with Coheed and Cambria. The hosts also discuss AI suggestions, gear acquisition syndrome, and upcoming prod…
- 583 - This one goes to eleven...and what do guitarists really want?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Blake's involvement in the new Spinal Tap movie, the history of the Line 6 Variax, and recent musical news. The hosts also touch upon various gear, projects, an…
- 582 - Brian is learning to play the guitar again, Blake has a new guitar, and we are all hypocrites
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss the role of technology in music, Brian's recent interview regarding digital products, and various personal updates. The hosts also cover topics ranging from 90s…
- 581 - Brian's video with Rick Beato, Exploding tubes, and the BOSS PX-1
This episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast features discussions on the BOSS PX-1 pedal, an amplifier malfunction, a new pedal acquisition, and commentary on recent Pink Floyd-related content. Brian, Blake, and Richard also discuss the curren…
- 580 - The greatest guitar gear deal ever and is Brian working with the military?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss amplifier ideas, drum kits, and consumer expectations regarding accidentally discounted plugins. The hosts also cover various topics including British folklore,…
- 579 - Brian's number one guitar buying tip and California dreaming with Tracii Guns and Norman's Rare Guitars
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian shares his top tip for buying a guitar, while Blake recounts his West Coast trip visiting Norman's Rare Guitars and Tracii Guns. The hosts also discuss recent news in the music industry, p…
- 578 - Tascam style pre-amp pedals, the future of guitar gear, and the guys set a new record
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Tascam-style pre-amp pedals, the impact of AI-generated content on gear reviews, and the future of guitar equipment. The hosts also share personal stories and anecdotes in this episode of the Chasing Tone…
- 577 - Introducing the Quad Fusion and why Bruce Dickinson hates your concert footage
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss new gear, guitar pedals, portable amplifier concepts, and the trend of actors turning to music. They also address Bruce Dickinson's stance on filming concerts a…
- 576 - Brian likes the taste of beer and has no idea who Tom Jones is!
Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss guitar gear, pedal order, YouTube guitar content, and musical news regarding David Gilmour and Metallica. The hosts also touch on a variety of personal topics and musical trivia in episode 576 of the Chasi…
- 575 - The Prince of Darkness exits stage left and is this the end of JHS?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, hosts discuss the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, the closure of the UK distributor JHS, and the Working Class Music video regarding diversity on YouTube. The hosts also touch on health, new business…
- 574 - Are Reverb about to completely transform the second hand gear market...again?
Brian, Blake, and Richard are joined by Reverb's Cyril Nigg on this episode of Chasing Tone to discuss the 2025 Reverb Price Index and trends in the instrument gear market. They explore shifting market dynamics, modeling trends, and potent…
- 573 - Is the current model for guitar gear demos completely broken?
In this episode of Chasing Tone, Brian and Richard discuss the current state of guitar gear demos on YouTube, reflect on recent music experiences, and share personal stories. They also touch on various topics including Nuno Bettencourt, mu…
- 572 - How to avoid being triggered, is there a new shift in the demographics of guitarists, and the ultimate MIDI course is here...
In this episode of Chasing Tone, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss whether the demographics of guitar players are shifting, the state of guitar YouTube, and the release of a new MIDI course. They also touch on recent events like Glastonbur…
- 571 - Guitar pedals vs. inflation and amazing Brad Paisley facts
In this episode of Chasing Tone, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss guitar pedal pricing in relation to inflation, Brad Paisley's luthier skills, and tips for traveling with gear. They also cover recent gear releases and share various perso…
- 570 - A mysterious fuzz appears and is this the worst gig of all time?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss Richard's MIDI course, the Beach Boys, Andy Wood's appearance on Rick Beato's show, a new Line 6 modeler, and new gear including a mysterious fuzz. They also to…
- 569 - Don't touch Mr Frost's Muff and Brian makes a huge confession
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss AI in music, a confession regarding Pink Floyd, and a tribute to Sly Stone. The hosts also cover various gear topics, including the Tumnus pedal, and share pers…
- 568 - In the court of the crimson Klon and everyone has a Tubescreamer, right?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Brian, Blake, and Richard discuss the recent legal statement from Klon creator Bill Finnegan, Brad Paisley's interview with Rick Beato, and various other topics ranging from gear ideas to mainst…
- 567 - The great JHS Notadumble-fumble humble-bumble and is this a new golden age for guitarists?
In this episode of the Chasing Tone Podcast, Blake and Richard discuss a controversial JHS revelation, a new DAW release from Fender, and new gear from Valeton and Synergy. They also cover recent industry news, updates on NAMM Next, and pa…