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The Mistake Guitar Manufactures Made That Let Cheap Guitars Get So Good
16 Aug 2024
00:57:20
#knowyourgear #podcast #guitarpodcast
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The truth about artist guitars and their value. This is Crazy!
06 Sep 2022
02:22:46
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My friend Trey from Gear Gods has a course I love Want to learn how to write music or improve yor song writing abilities https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
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The CEO of Dean let go for Allegedly embezzling $420,000
07 Aug 2022
01:37:12
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My friend Trey from Gear Gods has a course I love Want to learn how to write music or improve yor song writing abilities https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
Want to learn how to write music or improve yor song writing abilities My friend Trey has a course I love https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
00:00 Intro 01:20 100,000,000 views! Working For Coffee 11:25 Fender Blues Jr 4 or Supro Delta King. 16:30 What do I use to messure fretwork? https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-tools-and-supplies/types-of-tools/calipers/luthiers-featherweight-digital-caliper/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=2022-07-gp&gclid=CjwKCAjwoMSWBhAdEiwAVJ2ndrZWS_-pfOcMOnQBwN_3Wn3wfVAXKHwif0CD9zi_g-F5uvMKIHx1ahoCqQYQAvD_BwE 18:15 Fender Getting Sued and Is MAP Still Necessary? 37:40 Reverend Hellhound amp 42:19 Negotiating a deal in the used market? 53:40 Buying gear from a ex wife? 1:01:40 Videos on my 2nd channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLROaXiA8391hQi70hZonBw/videos 1:06:50 I was on the Dipped In Tone Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mmTgtXFI64&t=1905s 1:16:10 Best way to clean fretboard that's super dirty? 1:18:13 The Valiant Guitars KYG Limited Edition Short Scale Bass Update Link to basses at Valiant Guitars https://valiantguitars.com/collections/basses/products/tnt-mini-4-kyg-limited-surf-green Link to KYG Support Ukraine shirt https://know-your-gear-shop-2.creator-spring.com/listing/know-your-gear-supports-ukrain https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weU0RRqwC-g&t=29s 1:23:29 Can you get discounts for cash when buying guitars? 1:29:00 Is It Stupid to pay full price on gear?
Want to learn how to write music or improve yor song writing abilities My friend Trey has a course I love https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
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My Reaction To The Comment Brands Are Too Exspensive
15 Jul 2022
01:40:42
Want to learn how to write music or improve your song writing abilities My friend Trey has a course I love https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
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I have a Set of Blackstock Northern Lights in stock. https://blackstockpickups.com/ols/products/northern-lights-classic-paf-hum-bucker-set-chrome-covers
Subject Index 00:00 Intro 02:00 Tee Shirt Swap https://blackstockpickups.com/contact-us 08:40 What do I consider low action? 12:10 I'm addicted to shark videos 22:18 Gear is not expensive, Brands are
25:00 My Reaction To The Comment Brands Are Too Exspensive
31:00 I like PRS because employees not the guitars 39:18 Will Sweetwater ever buy Guitar Center? 41:49 Will the new Sweetwater Phoenix AZ location have a store front? 47:19 We need to have more fun with guitar 49:58 Mesa Trans Atlantic of Blackstar? 58:39 Great video about pickups https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0aOt2Rs8CY&t=501s 1:00:40 Will Paul Smith himself hurt the legacy of PRS guitars? 1:09:25 Satin finish guitars are my get off my lawn guitars. lol 1:15:05 any news on a PRS DGT SE? 1:28:45 I wish companies would commit to their own ideas 1:37:50 Two shows a week? Thoughts 1:38:45 The Phillip McKnight 2 channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLROaXiA8391hQi70hZonBw
Want to learn how to write music or improve your song writing abilities My friend Trey has a course I love https://howsongsaremade.teachable.com/p/complete-rock-and-metal-songwriting?affcode=1172991_xaicaoxj
Subject index 00:00 Intro 10:00 People on Reverb telling you the will ship in a few days 18:25 Why different guitars pull different styles out of you 22:48 Buying guitars as investments 29:40 What precautions should take with your guitar when playing out in 110 degrees? 52:20 Ryan and Steve helped me save last weeks show.
55:40 Using A Guitar Center Tech?
1:06:27 Fret King guitars? 1:16:00 My favorite piece of gear at Gear Fest? https://imp.i114863.net/NKD4P2 1:32:38 What amp makes me happier? 1:35:40 What you need to have low action with no buzz 1:53:48 Bedroom players buy the expensive gear
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The Future Of Guitar Stores? Reverb Fighting The 1099.
23 Jun 2022
02:01:49
Join the the petition on Reverb. Or Not, your choice https://reverb.com/page/1099advocacy
Subject index 00:00 Intro 01:51 Reverb is trying to get the government to change the 1099 law 05:00 https://belltoneguitars.com/belltone-4-ukraine/ All proceeds will go to the International Rescue Committee to support their efforts to help the refugees in Ukraine. 09:00 Guitar is harder to learn the older you get 15:14 The PRS Tele Guitar? 18:48 Can you add bluetooth to any amp?
21:55 The future of guitar stores
34:00 Issues I'm dealing with Blackstock pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/ 37:00 Putting A Fender decal on a non Fender neck? 47:28 Why companies do not know their own history 58:30 Carbon Fiber guitars https://youtu.be/L_xOEXhTLug 1:05:05 Its hot in Arizona, we live here against mother natures will. 1:15:30 Why we have to cool our pool in AZ
1:26:55 Fender made the first 7 string solid body and didn't know it
1:33:30 What percentage of guitar players have one guitar? 1:49:28 Why are Squiers so good? 1:53:22 What was the worst expensive guitar I ever bought? 1:58:00 nest weeks show at Sweetwater
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What is the typical profit margin in the guitar industry?
20 Jun 2022
01:54:26
Link to Sweetwater article https://www.abc15.com/news/business/musical-instrument-retailer-signs-big-industrial-lease-in-phoenix-metro?fbclid=IwAR0j2wTvGb01-6CS20otvb5HnlkAkkp0YdI-u-97KqWJZq3vAXfPkohyufs
https://belltoneguitars.com/belltone-4-ukraine/ All proceeds will go to the International Rescue Committee to support their efforts to help the refugees in Ukraine.
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There is definitely a trend at this years NAMM Show
18 Jun 2022
01:44:12
The Geeky Stuff T shirts ( Ends June 20th) https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
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https://belltoneguitars.com/belltone-4-ukraine/ All proceeds will go to the International Rescue Committee to support their efforts to help the refugees in Ukraine.
Epiphones are for playing and Gibsons are for collecting?
23 Apr 2022
02:14:31
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Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Last chance for KYG merch before we switch to the new shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Boycotting Harley Benton? Why The Industry Cares About Headstocks?
01 Apr 2022
02:04:29
Subject Index 00:00 Intro 01:57 Leaving your tube amp on overnight. Is it ok?
03:53 Boycotting Harley benton and why we care about headstocks? original video
https://youtu.be/FA5JY-tumIs
23:40 Does it matter if a company owns a factory? 31:50 Why I tell the manufacture of origin upfront in a video https://www.youtube.com/c/Chinaguitarsceptic 36:00 Why did I review the Yamaha Revstar when they were not in stock? 38:17 Do retailers pay less for shipping? 42:20 Would you like to see more innovation when it comes to the guitar? 42:31 We talk about appliances for some reason 50:40 Do I use an amp switcher with my amps and cabs? 52:50 Am I the only channel that didn't review Boss waza headphones? 55:50 Is making a parts guitar the way to go? 56:57 Is bass easier than guitar? 59:00 fixing dents in a guitar neck https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eQi5aHyufM&t=3s 1:04:56 Would I keep the Yamaha Revstar? 1:17:23 Difference between cheap and expensive pickups 1:36:28 My favorite YT players? 1:44:28 You sell a used guitar and buyer wants to return because poor setup? 2:01:24 The ever growing fret sprout issue
This show is sponsored by Patreons If you would like to join and help support this show https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG?fan_landing=true
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Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Last chance for KYG merch before we switch to the new shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Subject Index 00:00 Intro 01:50 The future of the tube amp market? 11:26 What guitar player represents the Know Your Gear motto the best? 16:59 Tradition vs innovation when it comes to guitars 20:55 Is the quality changing in MXR pedals? 24:00 Worried about tubes? They last longer than you think 27:35 The new Gibson Theodore? 33:35 Why did I close the guitar store? 51:13 Cat piss smell fretboard? 52:22 Will Glary and Harley Benton Be Collectable Like Silvertone and Airline?
52:23 Will Inexpensive guitars Become collectible?
56:40 Who makes a high quality combo that doesn't rattle? 1:00:10 Playing a $3000 guitar into a $200 amp? 1:03:12 Is Bugera/ Behringer connected to Blackstar? 1:05:55 $500 Guitar into a $1000 amp or $1000 Guitar into a $500 amp?
1:08:03 My reaction to Fenders pricing. OMG!!!
1:11:53 Does stainless steel frets mean never having to level and crown again?
1:20:48 Used Guitar Prices Go Down As New Prices Go Up
1:33:20 Why I use the gear I use in videos 1:49:50 The new Kramers SM-1 1:51:55 Worried about denting or scratching guitars? 1:58:38 Your Tele buzzes when you take your hand off? 2:00:12 Can you put your guitar by a vent?
This show is sponsored by Patreons If you would like to join and help support this show https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG?fan_landing=true
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Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Last chance for KYG merch before we switch to the new shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Podcast Mic stand https://imp.i114863.net/7md97d
Where I bought my JJs https://imp.i114863.net/BXke39
Subject Index 00:00 Intro 01:34 Thoughts on fanned fret guitars? 07:56 Fret sprout on MIM Fenders is now the worst Ive ever seen. 10:59 The Secret Naughty List From Guitar Manufacturers? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWWUvDGioSs&t=1s 27:28 Harmony Central lead to You Tube video reviews 35:38 What is a Guitalele? 37:18 Do you like playing on high output, passive hum-buckers 40:00 My go to amp? 41:43 Where should you start to learn to build guitars? 52:37 Preferring the PRS S2 over the Core? 55:20 Using a compressor with solid state amps 59:10 Do you have to put delay and reverb in the effects loop? 1:01:38 Neck feel verse neck measurements? 1:07:17 Acoustic amps vs guitar amps that can take an acoustic 1:11:50 Heritage guitars makes Harmony guitars
1:18:17 Should You buy tubes and guitar pickups before they get harder to find?
1:44:50 The Worst Years In Guitar Quality?
1:48:33 Kemper or Helix 1:52:37 The longer videos on the Phillip McKnight 2 channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLROaXiA8391hQi70hZonBw/videos
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Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Last chance for KYG merch before we switch to the new shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Podcast Mic stand https://imp.i114863.net/7md97d
Where I bought my JJs https://imp.i114863.net/BXke39
This show is sponsored by Patreons If you would like to join and help support this show https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG?fan_landing=true
If you want to support the channel and not sign up with Patreon you can make a one time pledge here. https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=DQ3TQZGFGWVHU
Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Last chance for KYG merch before we switch to the new shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
This show is sponsored by Patreons If you would like to join and help support this show https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG?fan_landing=true
If you want to support the channel and not sign up with Patreon you can make a one time pledge here. https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=DQ3TQZGFGWVHU
Another way to support the channel is by checking out Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
KYG Merch Is on sale for a limited time https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
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The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Podcast Mic stand https://imp.i114863.net/7md97d
Hand Wound Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
Have Epiphone, Squier, and PRS SE left the affordable guitar market?
18 Feb 2022
02:19:21
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Hand Wound Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
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Hand Wound Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
The Number 1 Question I Was Asked About The Silver Sky SE
02 Feb 2022
02:26:04
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The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
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Hand Wound Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
The podcast rig I use PreSonus PD-70 Dynamic Cardioid Broadcast Microphone https://imp.i114863.net/zaR59W
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Mixer and Audio Interface https://imp.i114863.net/Ea2gvQ
Country Of Origin Is A Outdated Way To label Quality
31 Jan 2022
02:15:16
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Country Of Origin Is An Outdated Way To label Quality
13 Jan 2022
01:13:20
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The strings I use https://stringjoy.com/partner/phillipmcknight/
Hand Wound Blackstock Pickups https://blackstockpickups.com/
The Guitar Retail War That No One Knows They Are Fighting.
27 Dec 2021
01:06:05
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