Explore every episode of the podcast Shad’s Guitar Show
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| Famous Players Who Play The "Wrong" Guitar | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:06:26 | |
On this episode we discuss five players who've made history using what many of us would consider the be the "wrong" guitar.... | |||
| Why Aren't Gretsch Guitars More Popular? | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:10:32 | |
On this episode, we discuss three reasons I believe Gretsch has never gained the popularity of Fender or Gibson, despite most of their legendary models having been released in the same basic early to mid 50's era.
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| EL84 vs. EL34... What's The Difference? | 27 Feb 2026 | 00:10:51 | |
Today we head across the pond to the UK to discuss the vintage amp circuits of VOX and Marshall amps. We'll dive into the sonic differences between the EL84 and the EL34. | |||
| The 4 Iconic Faces Of Fender Amps | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:17:04 | |
On this episode we discuss the 4 iconic fender amp ears. Tweed, Brownface, Blackface and Silverface! We'll discuss the differences in tone from era to era and what makes each era special. | |||
| Let's Talk About The Tube Screamer! | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:10:32 | |
On this episode we discuss the legendary Ibanez Tube Screamer. The various iterations of the design and what makes it such a copied circuit in the boutique world! | |||
| A Bit About Spring Reverb | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:07:24 | |
On this episode, we discuss the origins of spring reverb, how it works, and who ultimately perfected it for guitar! | |||
| The Story Of The Mike Ness Gold Top Les Paul! | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:11:14 | |
On this episode, we look at the legendary norlin era 1976 LP deluxe that has been the go to guitar for Mike Ness and heard on all Social Distortion albums plus Mike's solo work. | |||
| All You Need To Know About Scale Length! | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:08:08 | |
On this episode we discuss guitar scale length. How it affects feel, playability and tone! | |||
| The Magnetic Side Of Tone! | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:08:38 | |
On this episode we discuss Alnico magnets and how they effect the sound of your pickups and ultimately, your guitar tone! | |||
| Post Show Thoughts After Wood, Wire & Volts | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:11:48 | |
On this episode, I sum up my thoughts after doing the Wood, Wire & Volts show last weekend. | |||
| Does Music Still Matter? | 31 Jan 2026 | 00:11:40 | |
On this episode we discuss the importance of music in 2026 vs. the pre-internet age when there were less entertainment sources trying to capture your attention. | |||
| The Epic Majesty Of The Gretsch White Falcon | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:10:34 | |
Today we discuss one of the most iconic and instantly recognizable guitars ever built. The Gretsch White Falcon. | |||
| The Danger Of AI Music And How We Can Fight Back | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
On this episode we discuss the unavoidable reality of AI's effect on the future of music and musicians, and what we can do to fight back! | |||
| When The Legends Are Gone.. The Last Of The guitar Heroes | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:12:56 | |
On this episode we discuss the very real fact that the majority of players who are worldwide, larger than life guitar heroes and musical icons... guys like Clapton, McCartney, Gilmour, Page, Keef, Gibbons, etc. are all right at, or beyond 80 years old and will eventually pass on. Because so many of them are the same age, it stands to reason that we may loose a lot of these guys in a short time span. So we discuss how that's going to feel and who will take their place? Are there any guitar heroes from the 80's and beyond that carry the same weight to us as players? | |||
| Some Help Finding Balance For The Gear Obsessed! | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
On this episode we discuss the slippery slope of the "what if" game when it comes to new gear. For those who are constantly on the hunt for the "missing piece" that will finally make your tone perfect, this episode is for you! | |||
| Let's Talk All Things Capacitors! | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:07:36 | |
There's a small part hiding in your guitar's electronics that can have a big effect on your tone! IF you use your tone. Even if you don't, it's worth knowing about capacitors.... what they are, what they do and the various options you can choose. | |||
| The Pros & Cons Of YouTube Demos | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:09:46 | |
On this episode we discuss the awesome resource that is YouTube! How it can be a valuable resource but also create confusion and ultimately be a negative if we don't approach it the right way. | |||
| A Little About Kenny Burrell | 10 Jan 2026 | 00:09:40 | |
One this episode, we discuss my favorite guitar player, Kenny Burrell! | |||
| The History Of The Gibson SG | 09 Jan 2026 | 00:10:50 | |
On this episode, we explore one of the most iconic and recognizable guitar models ever. The Gibson SG! | |||
| The Story Of CTS Potentiometers | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:08:00 | |
On this episode, we dive into the history of CTS potentiometers! Few small parts have their own legacy, but CTS has almost a century of quality production and has been with the electric guitar world from the beginning! | |||
| Rockabilly Guitar Revolution, The Early Years! | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:10:02 | |
On this episode we discuss the early days of rockabilly guitar. The pioneers of the sound and the effect that early rock and roll had on all rock music that would follow. | |||
| New Years Guitar Resolutions! | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:10:26 | |
On this special New Years Eve episode, we discuss potential guitar related resolutions we might want to consider for 2026! | |||
| The Story Of The Floyd Rose Vibrato! | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:10:12 | |
today we discuss the often fear and generally misunderstood Floyd Rose vibrato. | |||
| Venetian Vs. Florentine Cutaways... Which Is Which? | 24 Dec 2025 | 00:07:10 | |
Today we explore the differences between Venetian & Florentine cutaways. Where they came from and who coined these names. You might be surprised to learn the history! | |||
| The Earliest Distortion Pedals.. How Guitar Tone Got Dirty! | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:08:36 | |
Today we discuss the roots of the distortion effect. How it started as a mistake and ended up changing music forever! | |||
| The Great Mix Up! Tremolo Vs. Vibrato | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:07:38 | |
Today we tackle one of the biggest mix ups in music gear history, tremolo vs. vibrato. | |||
| The Story Of The Legendary Fender 5E3 Tweed Deluxe | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:13:20 | |
Today we discuss the history of one of the most revered and copied amp circuits ever. The Fender 5E3 Tweed Deluxe. | |||
| The Boutique Gear Pioneers | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:23:28 | |
On this episode we discuss the early pioneers of boutique gear. This was back before "boutique" was really a thing. These are the visionaries who shaped the modern boutique gear area as we know it today. | |||
| The Story Of The Unmistakable Guitar Of Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:09:44 | |
On this episode we discuss what is probably the most iconic Guitar intro to a Christmas song of all-time, Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree! | |||
| Guitars You Didn't Expect To Love, But DID! | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:12:46 | |
On this episode we discuss those guitars you didn't expect much from but ended up being some of your favorites. We also discuss the bigger question of are we overlooking some great import options because we have a hang up about guitars not boutique or made in USA? | |||
| Let's Talk About Delay! | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:15:20 | |
On this episode we discuss one of the coolest effects ever created for guitar! Delay...lay...lay...lay...lay. Join me! | |||
| What's The Story With Heritage Guitars? | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:13:39 | |
On this episode we discuss a little but about Heritage Guitars! | |||
| A Little About Wes Montgomery | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:11:47 | |
| A Little About The ES-175! The King Of Jazz Guitars | 23 Nov 2025 | 00:08:48 | |
| Everything You Need To Know About Guitar Strings | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:13:17 | |
On this episode we discuss guitar strings! How they are made, the materials used and how they all have a characteristic and unique tonal quality. | |||
| Let’s Dissect One Of The Greatest Rock Songs Ever Recorded! | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:10:57 | |
On this episode, we dissect the song "Stairway To Heaven" and learn why it's rightly credited as one of the most (if not THE most) iconic rock songs ever recorded.
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| What Album Means The Most To You? | 16 Nov 2025 | 00:11:37 | |
On this episode, we discuss the music that you'll never forget that had a huge impact on your life. | |||
| The Short Story Of The Gibson Explorer | 15 Nov 2025 | 00:16:39 | |
On this episode, we discuss the story of the Gibson Explorer. | |||
| A440 & The Story Of Concert Pitch | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:07:59 | |
On this episode we discuss the mysterious A440 hz frequency and why we (mostly) all tune to this pitch.
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| What's The Story With Languedoc Guitars? | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:15:29 | |
On this episode we discuss, Paul Languedoc, Languedoc Guitars, his connection to Trey Anastasio & Phish and what makes these guitars so special.
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| Let's Talk Vinyl Records! | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:18:57 | |
On this episode, we discuss the amazing world of collecting and listening to vinyl records! We'll learn how they are made, how they work, and hear from a special guest about why they are so cool.
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| Let's Talk About Tom Murphy And The Gibson Murphy Lab | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:10:04 | |
On this episode, we dive into the legacy of Tom Murphy and his connection to the Gibson Murphy Lab.
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| Why Soul Jazz Should Be On Your Playlist! | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:16:57 | |
On this episode, we discuss my favorite genre of Jazz, Soul Jazz. I'd say it's a styler of jazz for players who don't like (or understand) jazz. It blends blues, soul, gospel and bebop into a wonderful, funky stew. Check out the Spotify playlist attached for some great examples! Let's dive in...
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| The Fender Jaguar | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:11:27 | |
On this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of the Fender Jaguar | |||
| Why Do We Love Vintage Guitars? | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:07:18 | |
On this episode, we discuss what makes us covet vintage guitars. | |||
| The Legend Of The Klon Centaur | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:14:57 | |
On this episode, we dive into the Klon Centaur story. We'll discuss the man behind the myth, Bill Finnegan, and his intention behind the pedal as well as it's rise to mythical status and the effect of the pedal community in the years since 1994 when it was first unveiled. | |||
| The Rise Of The Serious Home Based Guitar Player | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:18:42 | |
On this episode we discuss the recent rise in serious guitar players who play exclusively (or almost) at home. We'll discuss the pre-internet guitar playing landscape vs. modern technology based playing. | |||
| Rush 2.0 & Can legacy artists stay too long? | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:12:39 | |
On this episode we discuss Geddy & Alex's decision to tour as Rush with new drummer Anika Nilles. Also, we discuss legacy artists and whether or not they should still be performing past their prime. | |||
| So You Want Be Be A Gear Demo Guy.... | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:14:32 | |
On this episode we explore some best practices for anyone aspiring to get into the world of gear demos. | |||
| The Fender Jazzmaster | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:22:26 | |
Let's discuss the Fender Jazzmaster. Arguably Leo's first failure. But since it's huge miss with its intended audience, it's gone on to find a home in the hands of many players who love the little quirks that make the design so special. Join me for a dive into the Jazzmaster! | |||