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The Know Your Gear Podcast with Phillip McKnight is a weekly show where he answers about 30 to 40 guitar related questions while keeping it fun and informative.
4 #17 Will Cheap Guitars Oversaturate The Market And Then Ruin It?
Question Index0:00 Live every Friday 3pm PT1:10 Tools I like https://knowyourgear.net/tools-i-use-13:20 http://www.harmonicaster.com3:46 Thoughts on the H&K Spirit 200 amp?7:42 The PRS Silver Sky9:32 Will cheap guitars oversaturate the market and then ruin it?14:17 Thoughts on Hagstrum?15:42 What does a Capacitor do on a tone knob?23:06 My G&L ( Im a G&L fan for sure!)24:30 What is the perfect guitar for a freckled guy?30:15 Is it bad to never have your guitar set up?33:00 8 or 16 ohm cab for Class five head?34:39 How important is a compressor to getting a good metal tone?36:41 Tusq issue with MIM Strat (They, is a four letter word)40:34 Thoughts on Seymour Duncan delay pedal?42:45 Do you burn out on pick ups?46:32 Best guitar for two left hand? 47:35 Wiring PDFs? Here is the PDFs I have so farhttps://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads49:16 A bad hum in the guitar?51:39 Thoughts on Hollowbody guitars?53:00 How do I price when I sell on Reverb and eBay?56:12 What hot bridge pick up for Strat do you like?59:39 Do you think weight of the guitar changes the tone?1:02:06 What in the heck is a HH Strat?1:03:54 How come every 6506, 6505+, and 5150 has a hum?Please give him feed back1:06:30 Swapping magnets on pick ups?1:08:28 Thoughts on eq pedals?1:10:01 Thoughts on the Seymour Duncan liberator? 1:12:00 Why don't pedals come with power supplies?1:12:56 Safety first!1:13:44 Whats with all the sellers from Japan on eBay and Reverb?1:17:18 Fret buzz at the first fret?1:19:15 Which would you pick, PRS 594 or Pauls guitar?1:20:37 The Reflex guitar from Much Man?1:22:29 The Airline industry could cure obesity1:23:19 Speakers for Fender Frontman1:25:26 Thoughts on Peavey Classic 50 4x10?1:26:35 49 million views and?1:28:20 Next week show is 8am PT on Friday1:29:05 A huge thank you!!!!!!!!!!Support the show
01:30:3601/06/2019
4 #16 The Benefits Of Gibson & Fender Having Sub Brands
Question Highlights55:50 The Benefits Of Gibson & Fender Having Sub BrandsQuestion Index0:00 Intro1:50 Shout Outs!2:59 Does Charvel make any high end guitars still?7:14 The Sparkle G&L ASAT guitar9:00 Thoughts on the Timmy pedal12:06 Should I wait and buy the two pick up Gibson?15:54 Sustainiac issue18:16 Should you upgrade the G&B picks ups to Seymour Duncans?21:03 Thoughts on the Presonus? 23:52 When do you use angled pick up rings vs flat ones?26:23 Do I really take guitar lessons?30:20 Thoughts on cleaning Phenolic fretboards32:38 What is a Phenolic fretboard?35:35 Why do some players have problems with high end guitars?39:00 Trading Gear To Get The Gear You Want43:18 What fuzz would I use on a bass?44:32 What Brand Isn't Around Anymore That You Wish Was Still Made?51:06 Remember the ones who are no longer here. 53:17 Do you think Epiphone would sell more if they have a Gibson Headstock?55:50 The Benefits Of Gibson & Fender Having Sub Brands1:00:22 What can you tell me about the quality of MIJ Squier parts?1:03:30 Have you checked out Uli Jon Roth's Sky Guitar shop1:05:13 Suggestions for a noisy high gain amp?1:07:30 Can you get high quality recording with a Squier?1:08:38 The difference between A Gear Reviewer and a Gear demonstrator 1:10:30 Good 2x12 cab ?1:12:40 Thoughts on Line 6 Helix?1:19:40 Should you feel bad if you get a deal?1:22:41 Mustang GT or something else?1:24:11 What this show really is1:25:01 A Huge Thank you to the Patrons!!!Support the show
01:27:1825/05/2019
4 #15 How do figure out which guitar has the magic?
Question Index1:05:39 How do figure out which guitar has the magic?Question Index0:00 intro1:16 The discount code idea3:19 Im a huge Gibson pick up fan5:08 Thoughts on Hamer guitars5:58 The New 2019 Gibson have amazing necks6:00 Why Fender Why?10:36 Is the Copper Strat the only Custom Shop Fender I own?11:40 Please bring the Know Your Tone Shirt13:00 Do I still have my Fender Super Sonic 22?14:10 Thoughts on dummy coil pick ups?15:50 Best wiring for coil split on SE SC245?17:18 Thought son Gibson P94s?18:50 Maple vs rosewood vs ebony fretboards Cites? 24:28 The Sharpen My Axe video requests27:35 The 7ft $5,000 Hole29:49 Thank you for the LPD video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXEjHBTPnr032:20 43 mm Fender nut. I know he said Bone, but I still like GT34:22 Slap Bass and Slap guitar35:36 Why I wished I learned poetry39:08 The Cites law41:48 Should PRS lower prices now that Gibson prices are lower?43:25 What should I run my Pedal Pal 034 Night pedal through?44:54 Quick fix for sticky toggle switches?46:01 Song of the weekChuck Berry Nadinehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PQBfljxBCc48:11 Gibson PCB boards in guitars53:30 Epiphone no longer makes good guitars?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRCtLXbCU8s&t=2s1:01:20 I will be at TGU19 ( please leave some suggestions)1:03:10 Mustangs and Jaguars1:04:09 Esh Basses?1:05:39 How do figure out which guitar has the magic?1:08:05 High clean headroom on 15 watt amps?Support the show
01:37:2618/05/2019
4 #14 Why Tube Amps Might End Up like Cd's & Record's. Did Gibson Improve the Quilty In 2019?
Why Tube Amps Might End Up like Cd's & Record's. Did Gibson Improve the Quilty In 2019? by PhilMcknightSupport the show
01:27:5411/05/2019
4 #13 Are The New 2019 Gibson's A Home Run Or A Downgrade?
Highlighted Questions2:02 Are The New 2019 Gibson's A Home Run Or A Downgrade?26:20 We are excited about Gibson because Start Wars?55:27 Thoughts on the Gibson removable pick guard?Question Index0:00 Intro0:26 What Pick up with 4 conductor sounds like a Gibson 57 classic?2:02 Are The New 2019 Gibson's A Home Run Or A Downgrade?9:20 My new Danelectrohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFHuJLqy28c12:12 Is the Stew Mac Neck Jig worth the money?15:19 Do have to set up every guitar you buy?17:40 CMG guitars?https://rna-music.myshopify.com21:09 Thoughts on Toneshaper https://www.toneshapers.com22:07 What Do I think of Solar guitars?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhM1b-lYEnQ23:14 How do you keep or remove a autograph on a guitar?25:25 Coffeebeer?26:20 We are excited about Gibson because Start Wars?28:46 Stock pick ups are getting so good30:41 Good Upgrade J bass pick ups?https://bartolini.net/product-category/bass-pickups/j-bass/33:50 Why do most people play a 4 string bass instead of a 5 string?36:09 Ashbury bass?37:38 Do I play Ukulele?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpLtCElf26Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRmXltUCp0U38:50 How to figure out where buzz is coming from?41:18 My Dimarzio gap. 42:20 Thoughts on affordable tube amps fro home?43:42 Thank You Brian and why I gave him my Danelectro?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6No3240jNc45:59 Why your guitar will go sharp when it sits?49:58 Gear Trends, please check it outhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6No3240jNc51:00 Is it bad to keep a Les Paul in a case?52:00 The Wall of dirt lolhttp://www.cnn.com/2011/US/07/06/arizona.dust.storm/index.html53:18 Should you store your guitars in cases verticaly or horizontally?55:27 Thoughts on the Gibson removable pick guard?57:58 Boss Pedal standshttps://reverb.com/item/19017964-slow-gear-electronics-pedal-stand-for-boss-black1:00:24 What is the Fender Blues Jr of bass amps?1:01:35 The old PRS CE or the new one?1:03:04 Buy a Fender Tele or two Slick guitars?1:06:26 Do you think Rock Smith will help a player?1:08:00 The guitar industry did not understand Guitar Hero and Rock Band1:14:47 Best amp to contrast with a Marshall?1:17:00 Musicman and Suhr why I have trouble buying one1:19:00 A big Thank you to the Patreons that make this show happenhttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:21:1104/05/2019
4 #12 Guitar brands find a way around using rock stars
Highlighted question 5:12 Will new guitars brands find a way around using rock stars?Question Index0:00 The Pod Casts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kygpodcast/id1252877095 1:10 New Danelectro guitar Ok New Used Guitar https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/3:24 Thoughts on Henry amps?https://www.henryamps.com3:38 Doug And Pat Show (check them out)https://www.youtube.com/user/DFraserHomes5:12 Will new guitar brands need rock stars?11:28 Have cheap Chinese guitars jumped the shark?14:01 IS that a new Danelectro 59 NOS behind me?16:08 Thoughts on Wazacraft17:31 How do I make sure my Fender is right?20:35 Line 6 Spider or Fender Mustang which is worse?22:00 Pauls SE PRS guitar colors?28:19 Marshall Class 5 vs Fender Bassbreaker 7 30:16 Have I ever played a Dumble amp?31:20 My wife always pays attention to my Stew Mac talks32:46 My Favorite wah pedal?https://amzn.to/2V1TvlN35:20 Epiphone LP or Satin finish Gibson Lp?37:10 My SG guitars pick is loose, what should I do?43:19 Is the Squier Classic Vibe Tele worth the money?46:10 Wet Dry Wet rig47:20 Can you dive bomb a Strat term?52:00 Ormsby guitars, thoughts54:16 Thoughts on Hartke bass maps?57:4:5 The Zither stand guys are super nice. Thank You https://zitherusa.com1:00:20 The pick packs. 1:02:34 Gibson Les Paul volume knob issues1:0429 Thoughts on the brand Vintage Guitars by Trev Wilkinson?1:06:30 Thoughts On Tagima guitars?http://www.tagimaguitars.comhttps://www.youtube.com/user/RNAMUSICShortStShred1:09:44 A huge thank you to the Patreon Live show crew1:10:19 My New LPD pedalSupport the show
01:12:0627/04/2019
4 #11 Why I like 60s Strat pick ups over 50s pick ups
Highlighted Question 22:05 Why I would buy a High End Epiphone over a low End GibsonQuestion Index0:00 Intro 1:20 LSR Roller nuts for Stratocatershttps://amzn.to/2Xs7MF0Check out D Addario Lubrikithttps://amzn.to/2Iv75Hw5:34 How do you tell what Duncan Designed pick ups you have?https://www.seymourduncan.com/blog/product-news/duncan-designed-pickups8:28 Is it worth it to switch to Seymour Duncans from Duncan Designs?10:26 Thomas Blug https://www.bluguitar.com/english/AMP1.html16:50 Why I like 60s Strat pick ups over 50s pick ups19:30 I like the Player s Strat from Fender 20:33 My custom shop strat is getting new pick ups. 22:05 Why I would buy a High End Epiphone over a low End Gibson 25:09 Why Did I buy the Marshall Studio 800 over the Studio Plexi amp?28:40 How do I get gloss of a neck?30:01 Why Companies cheat us on the nuthttps://amzn.to/2Xm44wy33:20 Yosemite vs V Mods for Mexican Strat replacements?35:00 What happened to song of the week?37:13 What to do if your guitar is not ringing outhttps://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads41:20 What kind of roller should you use for your guitar?https://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Straightedges/String_Action_Gauge.htmlLower priced ruler on Amazonhttps://amzn.to/2Xw09NT45:38 So many great $500 guitars47:02 Why the neck matters so muchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX71wmIijYc&t=82s51:02 Fender amp guy and DR Z amps52:20 Can you replace locking Grovers with stock grovers?54:36 Try a Treble bleed on your volume pothttps://amzn.to/2Uo8e5e57:37 Thoughts on the G&L ASAT 58:40 Should you use locking tuners on a locking tremolo?1:00:46 Thoughts on the Digitech tuning pedal?https://amzn.to/2GrWSbg1:03:12 Matt Bellamy Guitars1:07:30 Thoughts on Baritone necks for Squiers?1:09:28 Decked, blocked, or floating trems on Strats?1:10:38 Where did I get the racks for my amps https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40241451/1:11:20 Guitar Crate (Please let me know your thoughts) https://guitarcrate.com1:15:24 A Huge Thank you to the Live Show CREW!!https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:17:1820/04/2019
4 #10 What's The Down Side Of Buying An Expensive First Guitar?
highlighted questions 19:08 The Down Side of buying a expensive guitar for your first guitar part 11:09:59 The Down Side of buying a expensive guitar for your first guitar part 2Question Index 0:00 Intro2:08 Thoughts on good single coils http://www.wigginsbrand.com5:30 zakk wylde audio?8:25 Is the audience sick of the Wah Pedal?16:03 Nathan19:08 The Down Side of buying a expensive guitar for your first guitar part 124:06 Thoughts on ESP guitars?26:36 How do you fix a Jammed up truss rode on a Strat?29:48 Thoughts on Marshall Code amps?33:37 Thoughts on Ibanez RG1070? 38:32 Why no love for Vintage amps and guitars?42:19 Should I swap my bridge and neck pick up back?44:07 How to check the going used price51:17 The LPD pedal line up and my thoughts52:18 Thoughts on Washburn acoustics?54:44 Sell your Carvin and get a Marshall?57:29 Can you re-stain a maple top?59:53 Updates on my Solar guitar1:03:01 Copyright You Tube updates 1:07:59 How you say?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX71wmIijYc&t=81s1:09:59 The Down Side of buying a expensive guitar for your first guitar part 21:11:29 Best Low Coast to change a neck on a Squier. 1:13:29 Why is Fender making Squiers so much better now?1:16:40 My Favorite Reverb pedal?1:17:35 My Instagram 1 min videoshttps://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/1:19:38 Squier Bullet Telecaster is Discontinued, but why?1:22:39 Ben Combs Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz65xfFPxAlXwwmrYRci-AQ1:23:31 Family time 1:24:30 Shout out to the Patreons. Thank you!Support the show
01:26:4815/04/2019
4 #9 Most Overrated Guitar Brand and Most Underrated Brand?
Question Index0:00 Intro0:41 Thank you Patreons for a great hang outhttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG1:11 What is my favorite acoustic neck profile?2:25 Does Sunlight hurt the finish on guitars?5:15 Which amps are easier to maintain?8:03 Thoughts on DR Z amps10:07 Tele vs Strat 13:43 Danelectro gets the community logic of You Tube16:43 Shrinking fret-board issue19:37 Fano guitar tour. Let me know your thoughts20:38 Copyright strike issues ( I feel for Glenn please check this out) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCK-jm8Nwyc25:43 What was my first guitar?27:39 What did take up guitar after bass?29:32 thoughts on 1k for Gibson Studio SB30:54 Telecasters are unforgiving to players?32:24 How hard is it to add biding to a Strat neck?https://shop.fender.com/en-US/parts/necks/american-channel-bound-stratocaster-neck-21-medium-jumbo-frets---rosewood/0990214921.html34:20 Thoughts on Fender aerodyne bass?https://reverb.com/item/584135-fender-32-medium-scale-aerodyne-jazz-ajb-m-w-upgrades35:30 Billy Corgan Rollercaster (bee prepared to laugh)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azhgpelu0vY36:34 How do you know how thick of a neck shim you need?38:43 Ask the Tone King how many guitars he has?39:24 Do I own a classical guitar?41:20 Thoughts on G&L pick ups?42:34 Does A G&L Djent?43:01 Thoughts on High End Made In Mexico Fender Guitars?45:07 Who is the Most Overrated Brand?47:22 Most Underated brand?48:32 Tokai and Godin Guitarshttps://reverb.com/marketplace?query=tokai%20guitars51:36 Is my G&L a step up from a $600 Korean guitar?53:55 Do you enjoy expensive guitars more?54:58 What Jacksons Are like Friedman guitars?58:04 Guitar Set ups Recording vs playing live?1:00:24 Electric Harmonicahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSmzjxb-1Ao1:01:25 How to check for acoustic bridge buzz issues1:04:11 The Patreon hang out potentiometer issue 1:05:04 The Artist Tweed Tone amphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlE4QymiMOg&t=1s1:05:50 My buddy Jay got a Orangewood Guitar1:09:07 What is my favorite venue to see bands?1:09:57 What is the best live band I have ever seen?Foxy Shazamhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFt3OqmGSbI1:11:53 What are good pots for swells ?500khttps://amzn.to/2WOZR49250Khttps://amzn.to/2FVXiXb1:12:39 Thoughts on the Hard Luck Kings guitars?1:13:24 Thoughts on Squier 72 Telecaster?1:15:46 A big Thank you to the PatreonsSupport the show
01:17:4608/04/2019
4 #8 Are bedroom players buying all the guitars? #106
Question Index 0:00 Intro1:10 Picks and stickershttps://reverb.com/item/21144694-know-your-gear-stickers-and-picks1:13:00 New Shirts https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-25:20 Why notes die when doing string bends?7:50 Thoughts on Alpha Pots?10:10 Thoughts on the Fender Super Sonic 60 combo?12:18 Thoughts on the Digitech Whammy?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7XI3JrkHeo13:30 Pairing Pick Ups together19:19 Stage volume vs PA sound 20:32 Celestion vs Eminence Speaker Preference?22:20 FU Tone Springs24:00 Time based effects before or after distortion?25:31 Good clean amps that take pedals?26:31 Are bedroom players buying all the guitars?36:08 Super Champ X2 is still one of my Favs39:19 Synergy amps 41:10 Line 6 Amps 42:35 Pre loaded pick guards43:26 Nickel Back and Winger45:20 Is there a big difference in a hand wired Tube Screamer?48:30 Scale length and tuning are not everything in how something feels52:40 How good is the Friedman Runt 20 line out?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apjp7MxvwrU55:55 Thoughts on my Squier Contemporary Strat?1:04:25 Broke off a drill bit in my guitar, What should you do?1:06: Thank you Ryan. The Pedal Genie review 1:09:00 You Tube went crazy with commercials.1:13:20 Yamaha Revstar guitarsSupport the show
01:16:2830/03/2019
4 #7 Fenders $500 Set Of Pick Ups?
Question Index0:00 Intro1:01 Did I decide to get a CE 34 semi hollow?https://www.americanmusical.com/Item--i-PRS-CE24SH-ER2:32 Do I see a DR Z amp behind you?9:15 Have I tried a Slick guitar?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xymVZPyqngA&t=2s10:51 Thoughts on Lindy Fralin pick ups 12:34 Fenders new $500 set of pick upshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ffKxyasbO4&t=129s17:10 Should You Spend Money To Fix Up A Junky Guitar?26:29 When sanding frets do you need to keep the radius?27:40 The hidden gem video29:49 If you could pick only one fuzz pedal which one would you pick?35:40 Are frets more important than neck shape?37:50 Help with hum issue40:36 Is there different quality levels in stainless steel frets?48:59 Checking issues with noise with humbuckers52:38 Should guitars come with bad frets? 57:20 Can you make jumbo frets medium jumbo frets58:53 New Tosin Abasi guitars built by Grover Jackson1:00:10 $2500 Gibson vs $800 Epiphone?1:02:30 Ground wires solid vs braided 1:05:45 Should I keep all the boxes for my gear?1:07:39 Do you think the online metal community is becoming more toxic?1:12:55 The sound brenner vibrating Metronomehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNDfG40QNEw&t=29s1:14:20 Why I think String Swing is the best1:16:00 How hard is it to regret a guitar with stainless steel frets?1:17:00 Will not having stock pick ups hurt the value of a Fender Strat?1:18:50 A good Luthier in Sail Lake area?1:19:30 ISO Box vs IRs1:22:48 Thoughts on Stew Mac Electronics?1:24:28 My favorite short scale bass?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFsM0MKgwNw&t=9s1:25:39 Stew Macs shipping costsT Shirts and merch storehttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Support the show
01:28:1630/03/2019
4 #6 Will low Cost Gibson Les Pauls Hold Their Value?
Do you think a Two Notes Capter will help a Fender Superchamp x2?0:00 Intro2:00 Do you think a Two Notes caper will work on Super Champ X2?3:34 What were the 5 hardest repairs you have done?7:56 Thoughts on PRS SE semi hollow guitars10:22 Is the Morley Maverick still my favorite wah?11:22 How much is the Floral Jem in the back ground?12:19 Should you get a Axe FX or Kemper?12:49 The Line 6 Helix got me excited about DR Z amps 16:13 Any advise for guitar players starting to play bass?17:41Will low Cost Gibson Les Pauls Hold Their Value?20:08 Pick up Switch problem on my Epiphone 22:39 4 way mods on Telecaster24:08 How do I like my Vibrolux vs my Princeton?26:05 Lace alumitone pick ups?30:47 Which Ibanez AZ do I want to get?33:03 45 million views!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!33:47 How do I organize my tools?36:38 Their was a video up then back down?39:05 Why is the new PRS CE semi hollow more than the reclaimed?42:13 Will USA Made Peavey Guitars become Valuable?44:22 Mesa recovery head, thoughts?45:56 Do I use different picks for different guitars?https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/53:04 Have you seen build guilty change in amps the longer they are made?55:32 MIM or USA Butterscotch Telecaster thoughts?57:19 Thank you to the supporters of the show and all of youSupport the show
59:5127/03/2019
4 #5 Unleash The Beast? The New Fender Power Caster
Question Index0:00 Intro1:00 Whats the status on my G&L being built?1:38 What year is my Gibson SG?2:04 Thoughts on Hagstrum guitars4:20 Way Huge pedals and the Overrated Special7:10 Is there a great pedal to match to the Fender Hot Rod Deluxe?10:21 High End gear is 1% better for the most part11:15 The 200 ft guitar cable videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BmkaS91NHQ&t=13s12:40 Better parts better tones?13:50 Attenuator or a tone pot in the effects loop?15:35 New tubes or new speaker?17:49 Solar guitar content?18:50 Guitars For Vetshttp://www.guitars4vets.org21:27 The New Fender Power Caster28:17 Thoughts on roasted maple necks?31:26 Is there a benefit to a headless guitarsFat Finger https://amzn.to/2HrP0Jj34:21 Locking keys do not keep guitars in tune String butlerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPpsAGdAHKE38:34 Best way to take gloss finish of a neck?42:33 Vigier Guitarshttp://www.vigierguitars.com44:00 Mary Spender is one of the most underrated guitar players on YT49:18 thoughts on Joe Bonamassa wah pedal?51:30 Are you sacrificing anything by using mini pedals?54:20 Patreons page https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG57:36 Charvel Pro mod vs Ibanez AZ?1:02:24 Thoughts on mail order guitars?1:04:34 Can a guitar string cut deeper slots in a nut?1:07:00 The shout outs and thank you to the Patreon Live crewSupport the show
01:09:2010/03/2019
4 #4 Are you the mother hen of the band? The Ibanez AZ or a Suhr guitar?
Question Index0:00John 5's advise on Bands and Boss pedals https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/0:58 Are you the mother hen of the band?3:59 Are DIY pedal kits a good idea?6:09 Thoughts on Short scale semi hollow body guitars?8:37 Have I tried the Effectrode LA-1A?10:42 Windsong Guitar Co guitars 11:05 Zero Fret Danelectro guitars. 12:07 What is the Taylor behind me?13:15 Biggest challenge in building a YouTube channel?16:18 Smile when you make a mistake. 18:20 What are my best practices when selling/ buying on Reverb?25:17 The Ibanez AZ or a Suhr guitar?41:29 Are FilterTron's the most versatile and underrated pickups42:49 Switch guitars43:39 2018 or 2019 Gibson SG, thoughts?46:00 Roland JC22 headphones is not pleasing what can you do?51:26 Is the center position on a tele hum canceling?53:38 The Sean Pierce Johnson channel CHECK IT OUT!https://www.youtube.com/user/SeanPierceJohnson54:54 Best Stool for playing guitar?59:39 Modding your 72 SG deluxe?1:02:18 Best Shoes for pressing pedal buttons?1:03:16 A thank you to the crew who make this happen!!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01bPIueMV6oSupport the show
01:06:1904/03/2019
4 #3 Did PRS Make A Mistake Telling Us Who Made Their Guitars
Did PRS Make A Mistake Telling Us Who Made The SE's? by PhilMcknightSupport the show
01:27:1023/02/2019
4 #2 What should you look for in a practice amp?
uestion Index 0:00 Intro0:45 does the binding on the neck change the feel or it cosmetic?2:09 What overdrive do I think would pair well with the Princeton?3:08 Thoughts on Pedal genie?4:40 What holds value better Guitars or jewelry?6:06 Solar Guitars and Ola England8:49 What is the easiest way to coil split Seymour Duncan P rails?11:19 Do I get to keep the Solar?12:50 WE GOT YO YO"S https://reverb.com/item/19183978-limited-run-of-know-your-gear-yo-yo-s16:29 Your Guitar Sage is a great channel check it outhttps://www.youtube.com/user/yourguitarsage/featured?disable_polymer=117:11 Song of the week Neil Young: Out On The Weekend Check it out Justin guitarhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKdoT5BMceQ18:58 Stephanie is a Yo Yo ist?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5QuSLx71Lo&t=864s19:48 You need to check Shawn Tubbs channelhttps://www.youtube.com/user/wallacemchamish20:09 Some questions answered from the Melissa Sharpen My Axe23:29 Best 2 channel amp for under $1,000?26:01 The Super glue removal?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKMl0s4V0qU&t=14s29:54 Give aways for stickers is al down. Thank you to everyone31:19 The two winners for the Know Your Gear pictures submissions33:27 Issue with a Kustom Coupe 36 35:20 Hardwired vs PCB Tube amps?37:48 My Olive Green Fender USA Strat?38:43 Thoughts on EVH USA Wolfgangs?39:38 The EVh Shark Guitar Thoughts?43:58 Would I swap the tuners on a USA Strat to locking keys?46:10 Why would you put $130 tuning keys on a $100 guitar?47:33 G&L Guitar update50:30 scratches on a EJ Strat?51:41 Fender HR deluxe Or Katana Artists amp?53:19 Thoughts on Squier vs Fender short scale basses?54:56 Thoughts on Samick guitars?56:35 What about a Sharpen My Amp?57:51 Any see any issues on the Fender Bassbreaker 007.58:46 RIP JIM DONLOPHow Jim Dunlop saved the Wahhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo7mYVFq6TI1:00:09 What should you look for in a practice amp?1:01:38 Find the thing you love to make music on and make it.1:03:59 Thoughts on Gretch Streamliners?1:05:46 Squier and Fender Hard Tail Strats????1:07:42 Wiggins Pick ups1:09:50 The Jam Stack 1:13:18 My JCM 800 vs My SJ vs My Runt 20?1:14:45 Larry Mitchell wanted me to say thank you]https://www.larrymitchell.com1:17:37 Thank you to Melissa 1:18:53 Zimms Guitars Yo Yoo video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbTrGAYcXGU&t=809sKnow Your Gear websitehttps://knowyourgear.netSupport the show
01:20:1122/02/2019
4 #1 Should you wait for the new Gibson Les Pauls?
Question Index0:00 Episode 100 and 200,000 subs2:22 Larry Mitchell Clinic Saturday 2/2 4pm at Zimms guitarshttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/4:54 Why we will never do the 100k t shirt again https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-26:32 What upgrades for $200 would you do to a PRS SE?7:45 What are the pitfalls to smaller gauge strings?9:59 How many time should I wrap the string on the post?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppMTDohJuzA14:50 I played with Larry Mitchell this weekhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx7s9mY_mgE16:20 My Dog barks all the time. 16:40 Sharpen My Axe series18:00 Best amp for the John Mayer sound under 1k?20:34 Trusting where guitars are made?23:41 Should you wait for the new 2019 Gibson Les Pauls?26:00 What is the chance of a wiring diagram video?28:58 What is the blue Strat behind me?30:40 Thoughts on CNC vs hand made guitars?33:50 Is it worth it to remove the negative feedback resistor in my Fender custom deluxe36:40 When to change tubes?38:33 Todays Pick Grip Skin Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjcnyk3Uza041:04 What Danelectro do I recommend?43:10 I went and seen Tony Macalpine https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/43:59 The Future of Gear series on the web sitehttps://knowyourgear.net45:14 Where would I put Fuzz in my chain?47:38 What Solar guitar would I get?49:36 Opinion on the little 59 for Strat?51:13 What nut is used on the Sterling Majesty? Can't find it on Google52:57 How do you find a good guitar tech?https://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads58:05 Thoughts on Fodera basses? And 4 vs 5 string?1:01:18 Cheddars show.1:02:10 Seymour Jag vs V mod Jag pick ups?Grip Skin Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjcnyk3Uza0Get your KYG shirt here. https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2This channel is an independent review and instruction channel. Become a patron and help me make fun family friendly informative entertainment.https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGJoin me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/Support the show
01:06:1922/02/2019
3 #25 2019 Winter NAMM SHOW
Question Index0:00 intro0:44 Thank you to everyone that came up and said hi.1:48 Thank you Emily Wolfe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zBz-n1pNtY4:03 What did I buy at the NAMM showhttps://knowyourgear.net/2019-namm-highlights7:30 What I was shocked about at Namm?9:17 Fender 2019 NAMM Acoustasonic Thoughts10:00 Gibson and Epiphone thoughts11:59 New Morley ABY switcher12:53 Korean vs Indonesian guitars, Thoughts17:37 What was my favorite Fender product at NAMM?18:28 What You Tubers did I see at the show?20:00 Thank you DR Bruce20:30 My Favorite booth of the show?25:37 The Friedman JJ jr head?27:00 The worst thing at Namm this year?30:50 New Gibsons vs last years Gibsons31:45 G&L guitars 33:00 New Boss stuff34:30 Fender Acoustasonic vs Talor T5 39:16 New Supro amp40:14 USA made prices41:40 Social Media relationships with companies this year. 45:40 Things Im going to try and get this year 47:36 Why did I get the Jcm 800 over the plexi?50:48 Basses that I liked?52:30 The NAMM show is like a car show 54:00 Epiphone Hollowbody guitars56:40 New stuff for Namm 58:29 The cost of the show for the small guys?1:05:09 My old store1:08:18 How selling to visitors at NAMM could work?1:10:40 The Epiphone DC pro 1:11:40 Will the NAMM show go away?1:13:20 Did I get my G&L guitar?1:15:30 Why didn't PRS lower prices when they moved from Korea to Indanisia?1:23:00 The coolest gadget at the show. String swing stuffhttps://amzn.to/2Wo3eQk1:28:20 My Ikea curtains in my room1:30:57 Im playing with Grammy Winner Larry Mitchell at the Rhythm Room this weekhttps://www.rhythmroom.com/event/1797490-brigitte-purdy-phoenix/Know Your Gear T Shirts. Discount 10% code LF0NQMICD2https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Support the show
01:32:5928/01/2019
3 #24 Building A Guitar Collection
Index Questions0:00 I have the flu 2:05 Know Your Gear Yo Yo's 7:00 The Music Man silhouette?13:49 Thoughts on Knaggs guitars?15:12 Suggestion for compound radius fretboards, how do you set string radius @ bridge?25:37 Collecting Gear vs Just Playing28:17 Best ABY switch?29:56 My Squier Bullet Strat 31:57 Thank you to Bob and check out Sharpen My Axe FB pagehttps://www.facebook.com/sharpenmyaxe/?modal=admin_todo_tour34:50 What are you excited about at NAMM?Check out Danelectro and RJ Ronquillohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5aSIEIG4wwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UtqBWaQ4nQ38:58 PRS 594 Semi-hollow for 201939:00 Building A Guitar Collection47:45 What guitar would I not part with?51:24 Have I ever tried the Compton Bridge?53:56 The New Blackstar amps for 2019 NAMM thoughts56:50 Mooer Coping Line 6 Helix59:49 The emotional part of buying1:03:30 Thoughts on my Line 6 Helix?1:11:15 Reasonable prices attenuator?1:12:59 Strat in Humbuckers by Seymour Duncan?1:18:00 Song of the week (last week Blackbird)https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/1:24:29 What do I do when my amp breaks?1:31:50 Thank you to the Patreons and all of youSupport the show
01:33:5822/01/2019
3 #23 Gretsch Sold Bigsby To Fender & Lets Review Tyler Larson's Lesson Program
Question highlight 15:54 Gretach sold bigsby to fender Question Index0:00 Intro 1:30 Sharpen My Axe Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/sharpenmyaxe/?modal=admin_todo_tour2:31 Pick of the day on Instagram and facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/3:26 Song of the week (links below)5:22 Vox amp reviews7:07 Responding to emails8:18 Super glues tone knob issue10:20 Congratulations on 1000 subs Cheddar11:00 The Epiphone DC pro issue from last week.15:54 Gretach sold bigsby to fender 20:20 Dual humbucker 24 fret guitar for rock and metal?24:15 Lets review Music is Wins Online Lesson programs together.27:58 ASG guitar?https://reverb.com/marketplace/electric-guitars?make=asg29:20 My Girlfriend cleaned my P bass and?30:51 What is the best way to set the height on pick ups?33:00 What strings do I use on my Gretsch?35:49 Winners of the Pedal board37:36 Elite vs Deluxe strat?39:33 Gibson Top Hat knows out of Metal or glass?40:46 Thoughts on Hot Rod deluxe with V 30 and high gain pedals?42:39 The Players Strat might of changed?45:09 The Contest for music is win. Thank you Steve!49:40 The T shirts with 10% discount codeShirt with discount code. LF0NQMICD2https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-251:55 PRS S2 or PRS CE?53:58 Best guitar for $750?57:06 My G&L order update58:00 What is my Favorite I own?1:05:00 Is learning theory better?1:08:48 What is the stand behind me? I only use String swinghttps://amzn.to/2VJTPlQ1:10:20 My Rivera Rock Crusher?1:11:00 Keep a Strat in tune1:12:29 Advise on a practice routine?1:14:50 The shout out page on KYG website1:17:00 The Namm show how do you get in?1:18:00 What Signature Strat would I get?1:19:06 Harminica kit to start (how it works)https://amzn.to/2D4Is0x1:20:08 Call me crazy. 1:21:23 Tube amp stand by switch, Snake oil?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bcovle3cSpM1:25:00 Bass preamps and what I use1:26:20 Thank you new PatreonsSupport the show
01:29:4512/01/2019
3 #22 Gibson SG's In Fender Colors. We Can Learn A Song Every Week!
Question Index highlights0:00 Welcome 0:33 Thank you Lefties! 1:27 Have I ever installed a Piezo in the neck of a fender?5:33 Congratulations Logan on your new guitar!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xymVZPyqngA8:00 Who is my favorite drummer and why?18:29 Would I relic one of my guitars?22:25 Work on learning to make videos before buying video gear27:30 Gibson SGs in Fender Style colors 28:50 Rattle in tube amp?31:17 Last day to vote for the Pedal Board winnerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PXXiBzJUrM33:15 Modeling amp thoughts37:35 The Revelation ghost guitar?https://www.revelationguitars.co.uk38:08 Lets learn a song together every weekBrian Adams Run To You Tabhttps://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/bryan_adams/run_to_you_tabs_1073994Brian Adams Run To You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCBASt507WA42:30 What we learned from the small amp bad challengehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAajlPABSHA51:40 What happened to Westone Guitars? 59:07 The Epiphone DC Pro?1:01:20 Suggestions for the song of the week1:08:50 Check out Henning HP 42 for unique and cool guitarshttps://www.youtube.com/user/EytschPi421:12:00 Thoughts on trends in 20191:22:00 Thank you shout out to the Patreons of this show. Get 10% off Know Your Gear Merch with code LF0NQMICD2https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Support the show
01:24:1905/01/2019
3 #21 Last Show Of The Year. Happy New Year!
Question Index0:00 Last QA of 20181:39 Me and the Guitologist?8:06 The New Marshall cab and Sweetewater candy!12:52 Its ok to have different opinions 15:55 Gold Top Les Paul Thoughts18:14 I would like guests to come on next [email protected]:38 The PRS 509 and 51320:40 Replacement neck thoughts?https://www.youtube.com/user/deebsandjess/videos23:30 Freidman Dirty Shirley and 20 watt Marshall?27:34 Great for the money?32:20 Cool guesses for the live show? JHS34:00 Thornbucker issue with noise. Thoughts?37:50 My Faveriot guitar with Floyd Rose?40:30 Has Gibson reached out to me?41:38 What makes a guitar unique or special video idea45:45 Whats my go to for learning new licks?https://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane/videos?disable_polymer=147:40 lesson course reviews?48:46 Good Info website for repair info https://knowyourgear.net/repair-videoshttps://www.stewmac.com53:48 Fender player of a Gibson player?56:08 Should I replace a fretboard on a bass?58:45 What strings are good for medium feel?1:00:38 Analog Alien pedals?1:02:38 Balance tension strings?1:03:34 my favorite modulation pedal brand?1:06:40 Sharpen My Axe video updates1:07:48 Thank you for a great year!1:09:21 Should I get a fretless guitar?1:10:19 Thank you to all of you and PatreonsNew limited Stickers https://reverb.com/item/17660421-5-know-your-gear-stickersCheck out our Know Your Gear websitehttps://knowyourgear.netGet your KYG shirt herehttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2This channel is an independent review and instruction channel. Become a patron and help me make fun family friendly informative entertainment.https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGJoin me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/Support the show
01:14:1429/12/2018
3 #20 Guitar Center logic, If you turn up loud you will be in tune.
Question Index highlight1:18:02 Guitar Center logic, If you turn up loud you will be in tune.1:21 Why I will not buy from Chicago Music Exchange0:00 Intro 1:21 Why I will not buy from Chicago Music Exchangehttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/14:40 Do I think Marshall will make a DSL 40 head at NAMM?15:40 Should I buy The Marshall Origin and DSL 20?17:01 Thoughts On CARR amps?20:22 What did Ralph and I get for Christmas?23:02 Have I ever got into financial trouble for gear?27:03 What is our favorite guitar mod?Video on the drop D trick coming 29:55 Thoughts on the Peavey Windsor amp?https://reverb.com/marketplace/amps/guitar-heads?query=windsor33:34 How did Ralph and I meet?36:19 Who would play me in the Know Your Gear movie?37:12 I think Bill Burr plays guitar38:09 What am I looking forward to at 2019 NAMM??????40:24 Why I do the Sharen My Axe videos the way I do43:19 20 watt or 50 watt amp with Attenuator for Power tube distortion?46:00 Left handed limited T Shirtshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-249:15 Thank you to Michael Shyhttps://knowyourgear.net/the-history-of-gear-menu51:20 What speakers Do I like for the MT15 ?53:35 What is our favorite Schecter?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_U1VTH7pwM55:28 What happened to Bass amps????57:37 What is my favorite switcher system?57:78 The Photo contest https://knowyourgear.net/photo-contest-entry1:00:29 What happened to my Fender Rumble amp???1:01:50 Why I suggest Ratio running keys?1:03:00 Speakers, If it is good keep it!1:07:40 Is a Fender 68 deluxe amp a good bedroom amp?1:09:45 I Rig and I pad suggestion1:11:08 Kononykheen guitars??https://kononykheen.com1:14:07 If you can only have a Hot Rod or a Deluxe amp? Which?1:16:34 How can you make the 5150 Blue channel sound good?1:18:02 Guitar Center logic, If you turn up loud you will be in tune.1:19:24 Ralph talks a good game, but1:20:29 What amps does Ralph have?1:22:09 What is Ralph's favorite music?1:23:40 Lando 27 music has a great video. You should watch it!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhGYsebcTtI1:24:42 The trick to finding a great guitar at Guitar Center1:26:08 The Tone Wood question 1:33:17 Thoughts on the Bugera V5 and low price amps1:35:31 Best Christmas album?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFYit24VDJ0&list=PL0BOWWSrgMVdrhys8Rpx8f6D4eUwdkwaI1:37:00 Thank you to the Patreons who make this happen!Support the show
01:39:5623/12/2018
3 #18 Are Guitar Prices Getting Out Of Control? Live Pod Cast #93
Question Index 18:19 Are Guitar Prices Getting Out Of Control?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqd9Ej7xyIY0:00 Maybe I should drink whiskey on a show?1:13 The photo contest https://knowyourgear.net/photo-contest-entry6:08 Thoughts on the changing speakers on amps?12:24 What was the one finger Uke Song I did?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpLtCElf26Y13:04 We have a great community14:29 Thoughts on ordering a custom guitar?16:20 Are frets on lower price guitars less durable?18:19 Are Guitar Prices Getting Out Of Control?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqd9Ej7xyIY29:00 You always marry the woman who buys you a guitar29:40 Some guitars I can buy that are good deals37:58 What is my favorite mini guitar?38:58 Why I use the Icons for reviews. The pain of the purchase?45:50 The Revv discount issue what where your thoughts?48:50 Record high live hang out 1180!!!!!!!!!!!!! 49:07 My Crazy Fender Super Crazy story55:28 My pink Metallic Stratocaster Sometimes there is no Mojo56:50 Issues that need to be videos59:59 The #KYG40,200,40 goal!!!!!!!!!1:02:29 Is a Premier Strat clone any good? Good Enough?1:04:56 The Fender Stratocaster was made to be cheap1:07:20 Eric Clapton strat ofr $700?1:09:47 The Pedal board for the contest1:10:40 How does the overdrive work on the Super Sonic 22?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3X86L3i9yjY1:12:20 Thank you to all and the Patreons who make this happen!!!!1:14:12 Dave won the Effectors!!!!!!Support the show
01:15:4115/12/2018
3 #17 You will not believe what happened with the Kramer I just got
Highlighted Question Index4:18 You will never believe what happened with the Kramer I just got https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pS-4itkQLdI0:00 I do live in Arizona.0:56 What Bass and Guitar gauge strings do I use?2:40 Wampler Fuzzstration pedals?4:18 You will never believe what happened with the Kramer I just got https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pS-4itkQLdI11:20 How can you tell a solid wood acoustic from laminute 13:50 How did I know I was ready to Tech and do Lutherie work?20:01 Who do you think makes the best Les Paul copy?22:38 If I could run any guitar company which one it be?26:49 The Gear Wars Tone wood update. https://knowyourgear.net/gear-wars28:38 Something coming and you can sneak peak it herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6QtakHj5d4&t=7s30:07 Unicorns are not real?36:40 Help with reasons for discounts 40:22 We unbox a guitar live for the Shapern My Axe winner!44:59 Does a string retainer serve a purpose on a locking nut?46:50 We need a cable expert to come on the show49:46 The New Fender Performer series 53:59 My Tiffany Story 58:25 Ibanez Gio line of guitars1:06:30 Kemper or Friedman PT 201:09:54 Thank you to the PatreonsSupport the show
01:12:2308/12/2018
3 #16 East Coast Guitars from Andertons Music Co.
Highlighted Question Index21:34 East Coast Guitars from Andertons Music Co.0:00 Intro 0:30 Shout to Lefty Mike!1:10 Tonewood wars on Gear Wars Article https://knowyourgear.net/gear-wars2:30 Reddit Ask Me Anything https://www.reddit.com/r/Guitar/comments/9z6uc5/phillip_mcknight_know_your_gear_reddit_ama/3:48 Easiest way to tell if rosette is a sticker or real?6:01 December is going to be busy and here is why7:18 We got some sponsors for Sharpen My Axe. 10:58 How do I Join a band?13:18 Quilter 45 pedal?15:47 JHS Pedals16:49 Jaguar or a Jazzmaster?18:44 When doing a set up at what point do you set intonation?20:12 Have you ever player this bass?21:34 East Coast Guitars from Andertons Music Co.27:39 Can you jump the channels on a Fender Deluxe Reverb?30:28 Brian Stewart and the Mick Marrs statue32:23 Sam Ash and the Michael Kelly guitars33:58 You have to have goals bigger than your problems. #KYG40,200,40 update 37:55 Sharpen My Axe Sponsor Updates38:34 Thoughts on Marshall code?39:41 Loose truss rods?40:28 Thoughts on adding a Sustainiac to a Squier?45:01 Thoughts on Guitar Fetish. I found the email48:02 Best everything guitar of all time?50:23 Are you going to review the Fender Champion 50XL?54:48 How do I select pick-ups for a Semi-hollow guitar?57:40 Crack in MIM Strat issue59:50 H&K TM36 issues1:03:40 DIY Kits?1:04:30 The Contest (win Phil's Pedal Board )1:10:38 Justin at Graphtech is always great!1:12:20 Fender FSR MIM Standard vs Fender Players 1:15:00 Why it is so cool that we made a fan funded channel this big.Support the show
01:18:3501/12/2018
3 #15 Should you have a baby or buy more gear?
Want to support this channel? Check out Know You Gear Merch https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a patron and help me make fun family friendly informative entertainment.https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGWayne Charvel and his son Michael both lost their homes this week (and their guitar shop) in the devastating wildfire in Paradise, CA.A Go Fund Me has been started to help these folks get back on their feet. here is the link, please share and help out Wayne and his family!https://www.gofundme.com/wayne-guitar...Question Index0:00 Intro 1:30 Help for the Charvel family https://www.gofundme.com/wayne-guitar...2:40 What Ikea shelves do I usehttps://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40241451/4:29 Where my luggage?5:36 True temperament frets8:30 More extreme Sharpen My Axe videos10:40 What is the best amp for someone without a car?13:12 New Boss Nextone 14:26 What was the toughest repair I have ever done?18:20 Volume issues when moving the knob20:30 How I got hurt touching a guitar amp.22:57 ABY Micro Dark?26:39 Everything works out for a reason28:03 #KYG40,200,40 BIG NEWS!!!!!!!! 32:25 Not big enough for Boss but I love them 33:28 Proof bass is not a instrument 34:05 Do ratio Tuners fit on Squires?34:50 Chaining amps and why Paul Gilbert lost some of his hearing36:46 The best advise when shipping gear40:22 Is there a better time to shop than Black Friday?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUL1xHBuE3Q45:20 Man I mis my Marshall 1936 Cab47:30 Should you have a baby or buy more gear?50:22 Guitars for Vets PTSD Sucks Updatehttps://g4vaz.com52:15 Thoughts on Vintage guitars the brand?54:52 Good Tube amp for late night piratic and live shows56:50 Slick guitars for review and Sharpen My Axe58:40 Spend time with your family on Black Friday1:00:10 The Sharpen My Pedal board giveaway Something crazy!http://www.dcpedals.com1:09:42 Chain amps ( I said it wrong) 1:12:00 My Cooper Strat1:13:20 My wife and the T shirts1:14:30 No Daylight savings and why the time of the show moves1:17:36 Harley Benton guitars and reviews1:19:17 I should never play poker1:22:40 Thank you to everyone for helping 1:24:00 What Beer do I drink?Support the show
01:26:5617/11/2018
3 #14 If you get upset about tone wood maybe you need a new hobby
Question Index 36:00 Lets pick the guitar giveaway0:00 Hi0:55 No day light savings 2:00 Next weeks live show is at Sweetwater5:36 Why I can work with Sam Ash, Sweetwater , and Guitar Center7:08 Who do you like to buy from?10:21 Sam Ash vs Guitar Center salesmen11:28 What EQ pedals do I use?12:59 Not a fan of Guitar Center Tech (maybe one day)13:58 The guitar that got away?16:00 I think saying your Unbiased is a full of it. 17:19 RNA Music is a great brick and mortar storehttps://www.youtube.com/user/RNAMUSICShortStShred17:20 Mom and pop shops make communities 19:15 Gear Wars. Tube vs Solid State. Who won?20:46 If you get upset about tone wood maybe you need a new hobby22:05 AZ meet and greet? 24:16 My Sweetwater schedule25:44 Beercaster outtakehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SUtd0xnOm427:30 What would cause a volume swell on a Marshall DSL 40?31:33 Why no Suhr guitar?33:50 Update #40,200,40?35:00 Michael and Matt are amazing and thank you36:00 Lets pick the guitar giveaway45:32 How to make a gloss neck less sticky?46:50 A suggestion for pick ups on HSS?47:57 Fret Sprout on Les Pauls?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeNy4LmrOMs51:30 SG Guitar neck moves?52:50 MIJ vs CIJ Strats?56:00 Christmas T Shirt for year end and discount. https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-257:48 The Know Your Gear Picture contest!1:01:54 Buying a guitar 1:03:27 Why would you buy a guitar because of resale value?1:07:58 Thoughts on Fender Custom 69 pick ups?1:10:12 Ask and Answered on Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/guitar1:12:50 My favorite delay pedal?1:13:52 Show and tell1:15:30 Any response from Crimson guitars?1:16:00 The picks and my wife1:17:50 The Fender Champion 50XL and all the new social promotion from Fender1:21:10 The big thank you to the Patreons!more information at https://knowyourgear.netWant to support this channel? Check out Know You Gear Merch https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a patron and help me make fun family friendly informative entertainment.https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:23:0910/11/2018
3 #13 Big Announcement!
Question Index34:55 The Announcement!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HatSqi7kmYInspection sheetshttps://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads0:00 Viewer of the week!1:46 The new tools section on the site https://knowyourgear.net/tools4:01 Gear Wars! https://knowyourgear.net/gear-wars6:16 Take our website with youhttps://knowyourgear.net7:20 What is the sure for GAS? Gear Acquisition Syndrome 8:39 The Rob Chapman clinic9:37 Guitar Center Locks the Guitars NOW?14:10 My take on the new Gibson CEO15:26 Pickup combo (Tonewood?)17:58 Speaker cab for a Runt 20?20:23 Made in Mexico Jazzmaster pick up thoughts24:19 The new Chapman semi-hollow with P90s26:45 Thoughts on where to get Mosrite parts?28:24 Yes, yes, yes, and yes. 31:30 Neck vibration34:55 The Announcement!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HatSqi7kmYInspection sheetshttps://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads41:49 Should you but after market or Fender neck?46:09 Best way to sell amps47:15 StarCaster that looks like a Strat?48:54 Bassbreaker 7 or 15?52:01 Can you put a towel in an acoustic guitar?53:06 Wizzard amps55:11 The EVH 5150 Factory57:19 Hagstrum guitar made in China any issues?58:18 Tagima guitars http://www.tagimaguitars.com1:02:23 The Custom coupe 26 and 72 sleeper ampshttps://reverb.com/marketplace?query=kustom%20coupe1:05:00 The Chapman clinic 1:06:00 1979 Strat bridge1:09:00 Thoughts on Synergy amps?1:11:59 Thank you to the Patreons!Want to support this channel? Check out Know You Gear Merch https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a patron and help me make fun family friendly informative entertainment.https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:15:0605/11/2018
3 #12 Why Setting A Budget To Buy A Guitar Could Be Bad
Highlighted Question Index 0:00 Thank you for donuts2:00 What wall hangers do I use?Wall hangerhttps://amzn.to/2D8yFrzGuitar Rackhttps://amzn.to/2SpjYo6Side hangerhttps://amzn.to/2D6Udob2:43 G&L resale values 6:28 Have you ever spent the day playing every guitar you own?8:30 Thoughts on new Gibson CEO?14:15 Thoughts on cheap guitar pick ups?18:29 When GC or Sweetwater do limited runs are they better?22:02 How are pickups different from each other? 26:03 your opinion on Ibanez RG450DX for an 11yr old?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDsO-HfLuhQ29:58 Do you like the Music man Cutlas?31:03 Agile guitars at $1500 34:12 Thoughts on Marshall trying to be a lifestyle brand.38:50 How would you compare the build quality between MusicMan v PRS?41:15 Why setting a budget to buy a guitar could be bad.45:15 Online lessons...any suggestions?47:59 Celestion speakers. https://knowyourgear.net/the-history-of-gear-249:16 Do you think the Marshall Class 5 amps will be sought after?50:48 Should I buy used Warwick or new Rockbass?52:00 phil, what advise would you give a newly started repair shop?https://knowyourgear.net/pdf-down-loads57:16 Fender channel bound rosewood board necks.58:49 Tips to not sound like a guitar player playing bass?1:03:30 Classic Baja Tele or Road Worn Tele?1:09:55 Gear from your childhood. 1:11:30 Issues with Players Series guitars? 1:14:49 Sponsors of the showNew logo shirthttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2A New selection of Know Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2New Know Your Gear Merchhttps://teespring.com/know-your-gear-guitar-logo?tsmac=store&tsmic=know-your-gear-shop-2#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=frontBecome a Patron and help keep independent videos goinghttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:17:0627/10/2018
3 #11 Guitar is hard to play. That is just how it is.
Highlighted question1:15:39 Guitar is hard to play. That is just how it is. New Logo Shirthttps://teespring.com/know-your-gear-guitar-logo#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=frontThe old logo shirt https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Patreon support pagehttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGKnow Your Gear web sitehttps://knowyourgear.netQuestion Index1:16 How do you decided what gear to display?3:02 Any tips for doing your first fret level? Z Filehttps://amzn.to/2PINELj4:54 The emotional reaction to price. A dad thing?7:20 Should I change my Groove tubes?8:37 Thoughts on Zager acoustics?10:30 Help Im breaking strings. https://amzn.to/2JbkXEw13:30 Kitty Hawk amps???????http://www.kittyhawkamps.com14:29 What G&L guitar did I get?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEU8our--2Q22:20 My Bridge pick is cutting in and out. 24:37 Michael Shye is great!https://knowyourgear.net26:34 What piece of gear or tool do you think is overpriced?29:29 What speaker do I like for Marshall. Sometimes knowing a piece of gear is better than having a good piece of gear31:12 Thoughts on new HS stomp?33:37 KYG 40,200,40 update35:40 What kind of clear coat does Schecter use?36:18 Dog Hair and guitarshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQy981NSEIc37:40 Thoughts on Cort guitars?40:19 Phil the G&L import guitars I tried were not good. Thoughts?41:07 G&L video, how I kept it honest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEU8our--2Q46:32 Import guitars set up in the USA?48:20 The way we buy guitars is new. 50:45 What would you change on a PRS S2? The 21 rules of tone?54:54 Why is there not more Hard Tail Strats made?58:48 Fender V2 or Boss Katana?1:03:37 Tele Guitar Kit build. Thoughts?https://crimsonguitars.com1:05:05 input for my 12 old left handed droughts first guitar?1:09:53 The are many ways to do something1:14:07 Do locking strap mods hurt the guitars value?1:15:39 Guitar is hard to play. That is just how it is. 1:20:58 What pick ups for semi hollow guitar?1:21:57 A Shout outSupport the show
01:24:2620/10/2018
3 #10 Bands With Bad Tone, But Good Songs
T Shirt of the month https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Highlighted question47:50 Bands With Bad Tone, But Good Songs?56:19 Walmart selling Name Brand guitars and gear?Question Index0:00 Some of the patterns that make the show happen.2:10 Gibson Les Paul or PRS Custom 24?4:40 Do you think Marshall will have cabs for Origin amps?6:00 EMG picks ups and A1 steak sauce. 7:30 The guitar that got away!!!!9:19 What Fender 1x12 or 2x12 sounds like a bigger Blues Jr?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7jnrQwLPm011:41 Why I Left MGC https://knowyourgear.net/video-of-the-week18:16 Do I miss my guitar line and or store? 21:14 Shirt of the month? Hollow-body and new logo shirthttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-222:49 Are you going to keep your PRS MT15?25:09 Thoughts on Fender V mod pick ups?26:40 Im going to G&L and my thoughts about it.32:51 What mods are on my Jazz bass?34:00 I will be doing repairs to the public starting next month38:37 Speaker ohms http://www.colomar.com/Shavano/4x12wiring.html39:50 Best HH guitar for the money?41:15 Gear you should knowhttps://knowyourgear.net/gear-you-should-know43:29 What is your favorite auto wah pedal?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErAfb46WtYg45:52 PRS and Gibson BMW vs Truck?47:50 Bands With Bad Tone, But Good Songs? 52:35 Ikea Benches for amp display54:37 #KYG40,200,40 update55:47 Loose weight playing your Les Paul56:19 Walmart selling Name Brand guitars and gear?59:49 Show and tell mail bag 1:07:45 Artist personalty vs their work?1:08:45 Our shout out page. Check it out https://knowyourgear.net/shout-outs-11:12:00 NEW CEO of GibsonI post other stuff on instagram and I would love to see you there. https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/New Know Your Gear Merchhttps://teespring.com/know-your-gear-guitar-logo?tsmac=store&tsmic=know-your-gear-shop-2#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=front Know Your Gear Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/14204159-know-your-gear-5-stickers-and-5-dava-picksBecome a Patron and help keep independent videos goinghttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYGSupport the show
01:14:0206/10/2018
3 #9 Plans To Make A Signature pedal?
Get DistroKid here and get 7% off for being a viewer of this channelpromo link http://distrokid.com/vip/mcknight New selection of Know Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Question Index0:00 Intro Thank you 2:29 Good Bye heat3:13 Distrokid Promotion and discounthttp://distrokid.com/vip/mcknight9:19 What is the haunted guitar behind you?10:03 Floyd Rose is making a creaking sound?13:30 Texas style pick ups14:20 Should I review in-ear monitors?16:10 Crimson guitar build status?https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/19:12 Wiggins pick ups 21:30 #KYG40,200,40 update23:08 Boss katana 100 watt combo?25:19 What are my top 5 Fuzz pedals?27:37 Do I have any stalkers?30:20 The Blue Purple PRS S2 and a Delimma a lot of us have had.34:23 Fender Super Sonic 22, 68 Deluxe, or Princeton?37:28 The Marshall Origin20 and my Silver Jubilee38:45 Why I think I loose so many subscribers on live shows.40:51 Glenn Fricker and I are different and friends41:40 The LTD KH-602 in Purple and my text with Thor.44:10 Rondo guitars, Harley Benton before Harley Benton?http://www.rondomusic.com47:24 Texas Toast guitars48:37 PRS pick ups and other lower price options?51:48 What Ear Filters do I use?https://amzn.to/2zE6jT853:00 What guitar can you leave in a hot car?55:49 Static issues with guitars and how to fix?https://amzn.to/2NLpCm557:00 Have I had any experience with hand issues?59:00 Should you upgrade to a Katana Air?1:00:14 Any plans to make a signature pedal?1:02:48 Sans amp or GN 1? I use this. https://amzn.to/2xZjE6p1:06:21 Why I think old Boss pedals that go away should stay gone.1:07:50 G&L visit?1:08:10 The New Wampler Pantheon ?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXcGufpfxOA1:09:28 Buying pedals with the houses money.1:10:22 The Restring tour?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KS2nQGqv5z0&t=2s1:15:23 Ibanez Talman thoughts?1:16:12 Expectations of this years Guitcon?1:18:27 How do you fix a vintage style picks with microphonic issues?1:19:49 Thank you all and Distrokid1:20:39 Should I share stuff people send me at the end of the show?New Know Your Gear design T shirt and mug (I love this one!)https://teespring.com/know-your-gear-guitar-logo?tsmac=store&tsmic=know-your-gear-shop-2#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=frontBecome a Patron and help keep independent videos goinghttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Join me on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/I post other stuff on instagram and I would love to see you there. https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/Support the show
01:21:5701/10/2018
3 #8 What do I think of the Gibson 2019 range?
Q&A #83 What do I think of the Gibson 2019 range? by PhilMcknightSupport the show
01:17:1322/09/2018
3 #7 Bungee cords to fix your guitar.
Shirt, mugs, and sweat shirtshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Highlighted question31:27 Bungee cords to fix your guitar. I love you man!59:23 It will be cheaper to buy guitars than fix them, butQuestion Index0:00 Thank you everyone and Patreons2:00 Funny story about my top ten MXR pedal video4:57 H&K Switchblade or Peavey 3120?7:43 Michael Kelly guitars was sold to Sam Ash8:48 I asked Sam Ash and Guitar Center to review their in-house brands11:27 Gibson Les Paul Standard or traditional?14:12 Thoughts on traveling with a guitars on air planes17:01 My experiences on Reverb selling and buying21:22 The Know Your Gear web site is doing really good. TYhttps://knowyourgear.net/the-history-of-gear-menuKnow Your Gear 24:40 Selling some of my gear27:15 What do I think of Marshall Code amps?30:11 What do you suggest to to with a neck heavy guitar?31:27 Bungee cords to fix your guitar. I love you man!34:12 Do you have any idea how hybrid amps are qualifying their 'wattage?39:00 Do Dava picks make a stiffer pick? I also use Primetone pickshttps://amzn.to/2OsReJ647:11 Should I sell my affordable gear or pay to ship it when moving?follow your wallet or your heart49:29 Our guitar community. 51:27 Want a EB Majesty, but can't justify the doughhttps://knowyourgear.net/calendar55:49 Blackstar HT1 or Boss Katana 50?56:49 Is repaired headstocks stronger than before?59:23 It will be cheaper to buy guitars than fix them, buthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hc78gi8bDdY1:03:17 Humbucker suggestions for HSS strat?1:04:25 Suhr guitar with fret buzz after restring?1:06:59 What makes the Roland Cube so good?1:11:34 Acoustic amps? Thoughts?1:14:17 Did I ever find a Martin?1:15:20 Bourns or CTS Pots? Thoughts?1:17:20 Shirt of the month and a new ideaGet a shirt https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a Patron member to help this channel goinghttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Join me on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Support the show
01:19:4015/09/2018
3 #6 Companies Filing FAKE Copyright Claims To Stop Bad Reviews
Highlighted question16:25 JST did a fake copyright claim to stop bad reviewhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9ua4-xxw9g&t=1196shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtXQSkDLA1o&t=247shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA2bX_OMp_0&t=124sQuestion Index0:00 The ones who support the channel and the live showhttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG2:40 September shirt of the month https://teespring.com/september-2018-know-your-gear#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=front3:20 What shirts sale the most?4:23 What do the blue names and the wrench mean?6:29 Got Screwed on a MIM Tele with Squier body8:10 Mike is the guy! [email protected]:46 What is the #KYG40,200,40 goal?10:31 The Tone King and getting to 100k. You can win a pedal boardhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhaoAwQWDc011:45 Thoughts on the 2019 Gibson LP jr with P90?13:58 There is a reason why I do not use my Les Paul more16:25 JST did a fake copyright claim to stop bad reviewhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9ua4-xxw9g&t=1196shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtXQSkDLA1o&t=247shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA2bX_OMp_0&t=124s23:15 Good feedback on Harley Benton guitars23:50 My Sweetwater experience and thoughtshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HatSqi7kmYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk9R-aHpY8c26:45 Why I had a hard time picking my Supro amp28:12 Why are we still doing point to point wiring in guitars29:55 There is a surge in moding guitars and after market parts31:18 PRE SE video 33:02 Follow up with the Bruce Egnater question. 35:01 Stew Mac vs more affordable tools video 37:50 Pedal boards videos38:40 The history of gear on our websitehttps://knowyourgear.net/the-history-of-gear-menu41:00 Line 6 Variax guitar needs a set up42:15 I sell gear to keep the channel going45:14 Truss rod is stripped, now what?47:35 Upgrades for a Squier bullet50:21 Companies who want me to do reviews after paid for videos go first. Your thoughts?55:16 Why my wife would not buy the Revv G3 pedal for me. 56:47 Thought son Fender Custom Shop guitars58:36 G&L and the resale value and their new custom shop http://glguitars.com/product/doheny/1:01:34 The EVH Striped series guitars1:02:45 No company should be judged on one review. Good or Bad.1:04:29 Im sorry about the Avocado color 7 string Warlock1:06:03 There are great pick ups at every price point1:07:26 Danelectro made a Video Tape rewinder. 1:10:15 Thoughts on Randall amps? Why I learned my lesson about Tube vs Solid State1:13:40 The Music Man Majesty https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdGw9cuXHWY1:15:18 Cutting a Tune O Matic bridge1:17:18 My Solid State power to tube power guideline 1:20:51 My favorite Hybrid amp1:21:58 Thank you for making it to the endSupport the show
01:23:1508/09/2018
3 #5 Is a Used USA Strat better than a New MIM Strat?
live Q&A #80 Is a Used USA Strat better than a New MIM Strat? by PhilMcknightSupport the show
01:25:3901/09/2018
3 #4 Buying Gear Is Not Practicing, But?
High lighted question46:54 Talking Gear is not practicing, but?Know Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2NEW! Know Your Gear Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/14204159-know-your-gear-5-stickers-and-5-dava-picksBecome a Patron member to help this channel goinghttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Join me on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Question Index0:00 Saying hi1:00 I got a new guitar, well?2:00 How is the Line 6 Helix? Update.3:20 New 5 product review videos and a new feature.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd8yAmaZrvs6:18 Line 6 pod vs Helix. Im a line 6 fan12:10 A good battery to power gear on the go?https://www.songbirdfx.com/products/birdcord/https://amzn.to/2P6Wm5h14:50 Digitech Freqout? I think Digitech is gone for a little while19:09 Superchat question20:19 Meet ups and why Im doing the restring event.21:40 We did not get hurt at the resting event. 22:56 Namm and shaking hands. 24:30 The Music Man behind me25:20 Ralph bought the el diablo pick up 28:46 If you want a guitar with Strat, Tele, Paul tone?31:00 What is the difference between the Vintage 30 and G12T?33:24 Ralph is not a pedal guy33:25 What pedals does Ralph own?34:55 $900 Gretsch or $3000 Gretsch?38:25 Have you ever noticed deferent EQ sounds on amps with same settings?39:38 Blackstar Fly 3, still my favorite even though.....41:07 Acoustic and bass Sharpen my Axe?42:30 Repair videos 43:15 Gelvin Guitar and why I think this industry is brutal. 46:54 Talking Gear is not practicing, but?54:09 Epiphone Jazz box from JHS Answer = Epiphone Emperor Hollow-body 54:50 knowyourgear.net wants youhttps://knowyourgear.net58:07 The Flea bass story. Man we love Flea.1:01:18 Good Floyd Rose bridge?1:02:35 Thoughts on TC Hall of fame mini?1:04:17 Its always the tubes. Well not always, but most the time.1:07:50 The giveaway. Congratulations!!!1:11:46 Brass block issue1:14:19 Did you start by taking lessons?1:18:16 Bass amp, yes or no? 1:19:37 Japan gets the best Fenders. lol 1:20:57 PRS 594 or Les Paul Standard?1:23:40 The $400 Les Paul 50s Tribute1:24:42 What is the best guitar Ralph ever played?1:26:40 Do you have a dedicated practice area?1:30:02 Thoughts on Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounders?1:31:00 The word of the week1:32:40 Name the 5 things review video = Buy this crap1:34:04 Give a horrible idea to get ideas rolling.Support the show
01:37:1026/08/2018
3 #3 Your money runs out before the deals do.
Question Index0:38 What should I use to clean my guitar?3:50 Painting guitar hardware 6:46 8ohm speaker cab for a Fender Super Sonic 8:46 Marcus Miller is favorite bass player of all time 11:10 Whats the deference between the Peavey 5150 and EHV 5150III?14:15 How do you age a pearloid pick?16:54 Whats my Favorite Bassbreaker amp?17:40 How do you stop finger nail splitting when playing classical guitar?18:20 Would I ever review Reverend rail hammer pick ups?22:19 Your money runs out before the deals do. 24:49 If I was the new CEO of Gibson27:18 Sterling Axis vs Fender Players Series29:03 Ever do a Active pick up in the bridge and passive in the neck?31:50 Is a made in Mexico Strat good for a project guitar?34:20 How do you justify a guitar purchase sight unseen?36:04 Why do acoustic amps have 2x8s vs 1x12?38:40 What telecaster did get? A or B https://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/40:02 Thoughts on Richlight on Gibson guitars over 3K?44:26 Whats on my Pedal board right now?45:13 Fun stuff coming48:53 What pick ups do I recommend for low tuning?50:47 Splawn guitars? What is it?52:56 I got a one hundred dollars? not really54:19 Elite tele, should I mod it?56:37 My Epiphone will not stay in tune, Ideas?59:18 Warmoth conversion scale necks for my Fender?https://reverb.com/item/13555412-fender-stratosonic-hh-60th-anniversary-2006-butterscotch-blonde1:01:30 Running pedals into digital amps, thoughts. 1:04:18 Guitar build kit update1:06:18 What is the longest I have ever gone not playing guitar do to a injury? 1:07:30 Why did I Trademark stuff?1:12:50 Thoughts on Valvetronics by Vox?1:14:00 Guitar vs speaker cables?1:18:15 Shirt of the month and bonus shirtSG Shirthttps://teespring.com/august-2018-t-shirt#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=frontGold Top Shirthttps://teespring.com/goldtop-july-2018_copy_3#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=front1:22:20 Where is John Wayne?1:Support the show
01:28:4018/08/2018
3 #2 Is sending a new guitar back for repair or exchange the only option?
I tried to fixe the file size. I think I did it let me know?Know Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Question Index0:00 Patreon Sponsors1:00 Rickenbacker guitars?2:49 Good Pick ups for Epiphone Les Paul?5:48 Demo EVH Chorus pedal? 6:50 D Addario XLR8 and the issue at the restring event.10:25 Fender 68 or 65 Princeton?11:50 The new Mesa Boogie fillmore 5013:58 The Victory BD1 amp thoughts?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiGzAffXaF816:00 Upgrades for the Ibanez Jem Jr.17:50 How Loud is the PRS MT15 vs LBX II?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qH6MCa76-AA&t=3s19:50 Is sending a new guitar back for repair or exchange the only option?25:45 Would put Fender locking tuners on a Eric Johnson Guitar?27:12 The Dean Z Glide neck? Thoughts?31:23 My wife has been working on shirts none stop. She is the best!32:38 The DOD Preamp 250?34:45 Justin Mabe is the man behind the Gold Top Les Paul Style shirt.https://teespring.com/goldtop-july-2018_copy_2#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=front35:00 What makes a Guitar Pick Up Hot?42:18 Is Jeff hurting Diamond by not get guitars reviewed?43:57 Thoughts on Wound 3rd string on electric guitar?47:30 Texas Specials vs 60s pick ups. My preference.49:19 Godin with Alpha pots. Should I change them?51:24 Why are the Pod Cast files so large? I fixed them 129mbhttps://soundcloud.com/user-11058217955:39 Is plying music u dont like part of music maturation?56:28 Larry Mitchell is playing Mesa AZ Aug 28th @ The Listening Room59:06 Are there any guitars on my bucket list?1:04:45 Warwick customer service1:05:49 How do you fix a lose output jack on a acoustic/electric?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vsJIQN5-Wk1:09:14 Ever heard of Gress Guitars AK or Santo Guitars?Know Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2NEW! Know Your Gear Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/14204159-know-your-gear-5-stickers-and-5-dava-picksBecome a Patron member to help this channel gSupport the show
01:10:3510/08/2018
3 #1 If you can only have one guitar
August Sg Style Shirthttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Know Your Gear Websitehttps://knowyourgear.netQuestion Index35:50 Why I think Tyler Larson Should Have a Signature Guitar0:00 Intro3:55 What do I think of the JHS Black Box?6:29 Attenuator vs overdrive pedal for low volume playing?7:52 Thoughts on Oceans 11 Reverb pedal?8:50 You do not quit playing guitar 9:30 Everyone has problems with their pinky on guitar11:32 Crown and level fret, work where to start?13:45 Changes on the channel15:38 Thoughts on semi affordable acoustic guitars?19:11 If you can only have one guitar, which one? 20:03 Are you keeping the Eastwood?22:55 Make your own tone or sound like someone else?25:06 The Fender Super Sonic 60 vs Super Sonic 2227:27 Why I do not dig travel guitars31:13 Suggestions for 2x12 cabinet?34:04 Any updates on Lace Pick ups? 35:49 What guitarist would I like to get their own signature guitar?35:50 Why I think Tyler Larson Should Have a Signature Guitar40:29 Do I shop on Reverb?41:45 Mooer pedals43:38 Did I get the Orangewood Uke?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5do9VJTlAs45:44 Will I ever do a build kit?46:30 Is You Tube your full time job?48:26 How do I deal with You Tube Copyright issues https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtcpNZ3SCFU49:26 Is all my income from the music industry?52:00 Thoughts on future of You Tube?53:25 Your amps are on wood slate shelves do you play them there?55:34 The bigger the channel gets the less crap I have to take56:49 I Only use String Swing for Wall hangers https://amzn.to/2AKOq7ohttps://amzn.to/2MidWlT59:17 The Gold Top shirt made for Justin Mabehttps://teespring.com/goldtop-july-2018_copy_2#pid=2&cid=2397&sid=front59:50 Why saying I do not charge for videos was a bad idea to announce1:02:25 Im I still upset with Lighting boy?1:02:54 Do you feel Chapman guitars is a product of You Tube PR?1:09:04 Thank you everyone at the restring event and for joining the live show.Support the show
01:10:0904/08/2018
2 #25 My Favorite mini guitar pedals might shock you
It is my Birthday and it is Q&A day, so I thought I would have a friend Lawrence Petross fromLPD pedals join me to answer your questions.0:00 The Restring Event Sam As in Glendale2:00 Three hours of guitar chat on Cheddar Kung Pao's channelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-gcOPnKSl8&t=271s5:00 What is that acoustic behind me6:19 if I use a 7.5 volt adapter on a 68 drive will it work like a variac on a Marshall?9:00 I bought two Gibson Special Ts and they have issues11:54 Why I like Schecter12:57 What is my real opinion on the Neunaber Immerse Reverb15:49 What are the problems with running Delay, Reverb in front of the preamp?19:17 How do you wire a HSS strat to have three volumes?https://www.seymourduncan.com/wiring-diagramsand https://guitarelectronics.com/guitar-wiring-resources/23:58 EQ for the room and not for the amp26:58 Thoughts on Strandberg guitars and the imports versions31:44 What do you is the best surf reverb?33:40 I want to make a TC Electronics 63 reverb tone print35:05 Explorer Style shirt and this months limited shirthttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-239:46 Fuchs amps42:10 Thoughts on EVH products43:40 Moms cooking and tone47:37 Should I upgrade my Peavey Classic 50s speakers?48:58 Where do you get a LPD shirthttps://pro.teechip.com/lpdpedals?retailProductCode=57FC5A8557E4A3-0520252AC9DD-GS0-TC0-BLK51:48 Whats our favorite mini guitar pedal?53:21 What will bring Rock back to the radio?56:18 A Dumble pedal???58:50 Thoughts on Mesa F100 2x12? The two Mesa sounds1:02:38 What is the best amp for the LPD 68 drive?1:03:35 Can you install a electric guitar bridge on a acoustic?1:04:19 Should I get a LPD 68 drive or 68 deluxe?1:06:50 Would the Orange 1x12 cabinet be good with the PRS MT15?1:08:39 How can get my Ibanez to sustain more?1:11:00 The Pedal wall is gone,but now its the guitar aquirium 1:12:40 How can I be buying a Schecter with case for $250?1:14:18 How did Lawrence get into building pedals?NEW! Know Your Gear Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/13573766-5-know-your-gear-stickersKnow Your Gear shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a Patron member https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Join me on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Support the show
01:20:2028/07/2018
2 #24 Any Guitar Can Be Good On Accident
Highlighted question36:48 Any guitar can be good on accidentQuestion Index0:00 Thank you for the 8 hour hang out2:04 Im going to be on Cheddar Kung Pao channelhttps://www.youtube.com/user/cheeseonchinesefood2:49 EVH Special with D Tuna issue check out the EVH Proshttps://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane4:31 UnBiased reviews 6:15 Thoughts on Diamond amps?https://www.guitarcenter.com/Used/Diamond-Amplification/Spitfire-II-USA-Custom-Series-50W-100W-Tube-Guitar-Amp-Head-113496651.gc7:10 The Restring EVENT is FREE.https://www.facebook.com/events/480463659081846/8:29 Is the PRS MT15 amp made in the USA?9:48 Are Roasted Maple Necks all Hype?11:11 Any help on a rosewood neck with raised grain?12:19 PRS McCarty or Custom 24 if you hate thin necks?13:53 LPD 87 pedal new lower price and I am excited!https://reverb.com/item/3974100-lawrence-petross-design-lpd-eighty-7-preamp-cadillac-metallic-black15:07 Lefty T shirts are coming I promise and Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/13573766-5-know-your-gear-stickers16:28 Does it bug you that Suhr guitars look like Fenders?17:41 Have I tried a Parker Bass Guitar?20:11 Why I think you should get a second opinion on twisted necks and always get a replacement when something is new.23:30 Fender Custom Shop Strats to me are more high end than custom.26:38 Line 6 power cabinet and other line 6 products27:30 Marshall DSL20HR H&K or Jet City?29:00 A Martin Guitar with juice splashed inside issue30:48 Thoughts on the Ibanez Tube Screamer amp?32:05 Can you run a Fender Blues jr into a 2x12 cabinet?https://www.mojotone.com34:25: I can not believe all the stuff I have never heard of.35:44 How do make a 1x12 combo into a 2x12?https://www.mojotone.com36:48 Any guitar can be good on accident. 40:21 Jackson Minion are so good!43:04 Any chance of Randy Rhoads style T shirt?Support the show
01:26:1121/07/2018
2 #23 Do you set up guitars to Factory specifications?
Know Your Gear Crew Member shirts, mugs, and hoodieshttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Become a Patron member https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Know Your Gear Stickershttps://reverb.com/item/13573766-5-know-your-gear-stickersGet information early on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Want to check my Instagram page. Click herehttps://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/Question Index0:00 Intro1:18 New room set up and changes2:58 Why I only use String SwingSingle guitar hanger woodhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JCF0E4/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=knowyourgea0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B006JCF0E4&linkId=3c344330f4bed3b987d73cf26808d89fSingle wall hanger metalhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FOITMS/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=knowyourgea0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B004FOITMS&linkId=d9a1fe971de54fff76208d66d2e80b21String Swing Horizontal hangershttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CAKJSOM/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=knowyourgea0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00CAKJSOM&linkId=b7e968fb0389d74d8e02469f7cad327bString Swing Guitar Rackhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CBISHS6/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=knowyourgea0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00CBISHS6&linkId=d64bdadba493ff9af8839b3ef22995d35:39 What locking keys work with gretsch with out modding?6:35 Ralph and I still play and love our Fender Hot Rod (Blues Deluxe)8:08 Thoughts on using a noise suppressor pedal 10:12 Companies are people, so Guitar Center is people?11:30 Bassbreaker 45 combo thoughts?13:00 What amp modelers have great Fender clean tones?17:35 The best compliment I can get18:56 Where are the pedals?20:38 What are the characteristics of the different string brands?23:49 What are your favorite straps? 27:16 Bassbraker 15 or Bugera v22?27:38 Why I think you need to make sure to call fender with issues30:34 Top load or string thru body?34:13 Do the birds on the PRS make sound better?39:30 Give me a guitar that looks old but plays modern42:07 Modeling units, thoughts43:52 Ibanez AZ vs Fender HSS45:54 Guitars that are easy to play can change the way you play47:35 Do you set up guitars to Factory specifications?56:40 There is a benefit and a down fall to high action on your guitar59:05 Guitars being heavy or light is luck of the draw1:01:37 Why don't companies make more single humbucker super strat guitars?1:03:05 What are the possible reasons for a buzz sound between the nut and tuning key?1:05:11 Should I get the Line 6 HD500 on discount or wait for new one?1:07:00 The Restring Event announcement (FREE EVENT)What do the Icons on my videos mean?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4fAvzjncEk&t=60sSupport the show
01:11:1915/07/2018
2 #22 Why people block out serial numbers when selling guitars online?
Why people block out the serial number when selling guitars online?NEW! KNOW YOUR GEAR STICKERS!https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Freverb.com%2Fitem%2F13573766-5-know-your-gear-stickers&h=AT2-HmosHyuE4C3f4BrEqzzFS0jkvRSp2WPV8kngdLy26wioi8KTGDOzBFy8wAwwArIUscXX2t_RgYg0y78sQheO4A2KfR3o6oGNsUpDu6LwWgoGYPzzl_tjbR4-0yAY8SqH3e1dQcDviChXgsVVDvzm7OTq7AftQfNcICO3YZuvNEW! JULY OFFSET T-SHIRThttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-2Question Index0:00 Intro and thank you to the Friends of KYG3:45 Thoughts on my old PRS 513 and now 5095:39 Boss RV67:18 The Rob Chapman Music Man factory video was greathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWd9nx3IYOE12:18 Why I think Eddie Van Halen left Music Man?15:38 Why people block out the serial number when selling guitars online?19:23 Thoughts on 80s USA made Peavey guitars21:39 Do you think Fretboard radius is important for speed?22:56 Will a PRS USA switch work on a PRS SE?25:21 What pedal do I like more than the SL drive?26:43 You Tube gear reviews can prompt you to buy and not buy gear29:00 Upgrades on the Sterling St Vincent31:35 sometimes it is time to leave. lol32:58 Do I have a Diamond guitars?35:28 You should do a Warmoth build37:08 The July shirt and another shirt https://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-shop-237:44 I have stickers now https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Freverb.com%2Fitem%2F13573766-5-know-your-gear-stickers&h=AT2-HmosHyuE4C3f4BrEqzzFS0jkvRSp2WPV8kngdLy26wioi8KTGDOzBFy8wAwwArIUscXX2t_RgYg0y78sQheO4A2KfR3o6oGNsUpDu6LwWgoGYPzzl_tjbR4-0yAY8SqH3e1dQcDviChXgsVVDvzm7OTq7AftQfNcICO3YZuv38:54 Guitar with floating tremolo for metal and jazz under 1k?41:30 The Restring clinic in AZ and others are just finishing up the dates45:44 How will the New Fender Players Series effect used Fenders?52:33 Tim Shawbucers in a Tele, thoughts?53:37 Why you should leave your guitar alone until you know it inside and out56:20 Jackson VS PRS S2? US vs Indonesia?59:57 What do I think of Yousician?Please put suggestions and thoughts1:03:21 Is it a good idea to trade a guitar into Guitar Center?1:06:10 Dead frets, do it yourself or take it to a pro?1:07:45 The Alice Cooper Rock Solid Foundationhttps://www.alicecoopersolidrock.com1:10:01 Best way to clean electronics in your guitar?https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I3G272M/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=knowyourgea0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00I3G272M&linkId=f86e82e2d0cdb3f61ee1a7d3d40c73d21:11:50 Fender Pro, MM Cutlass, or Classic Suhr?1:13:07 Helix or Headrush?1:15:49 Shout out to KYG Friends1:16:34 What picks do I use?1:17:15 Do better transformers make a difference in ampSupport the show
01:19:2007/07/2018
2 #21 We are going to Talk Guitars
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01:21:5030/06/2018
2 #20 Guitar Pick Ups That Do Not Work
Live Q&A #70 Why I will not buy Lace Pick Ups by PhilMcknightSupport the show
01:20:3422/06/2018
2 #19 P90 for metal or high gain?
Shirt of the monthhttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-2018Patron linkhttps://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG QUESTION INDEX0:00 I wanted to say thank you 0:48 Thank you to Chedder Kung Pow https://www.youtube.com/user/cheeseonchinesefood2:03 Thoughts on Schecter Solo Elite?3:10 What is my favorite neck pick up?4:00 I stayed at a old Church with Grave yard.6:03 Thoughts on NS bass with piezo system?7:24 P90 for metal or high gain?9:35 Thoughts on Marshall Origin amps? Here is a linkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KSDu4kJBOw&t=309s11:40 What is F spaced?13:35 Have I ever cried over a guitar? sad or happy?16:15 Why I do not like colored strings18:05 The new History of gear and other cool stuff on the websitehttps://knowyourgear.net/the-history-of-gear19:49 Is the PRS Tremonti good for clean and using pedals?21:27 Thoughts on Darkmoon pick ups?22:17 Why I like lower priced USA mad guitars25:32 Thoughts on the Peavey Windsor?26:30 Ever been to Sweetwater Gear fest?28:36 Thoughts on PRS 85/15 SE pick ups?Get information early on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Want to check my Instagram page. Click herehttps://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/What do the Icons on my videos mean?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4fAvzjncEk&t=60sSupport the show
01:24:0515/06/2018
2 #18 Vintage Guitars vs New Guitars?
Question Index0:40 No Friday QA because I will be at PRS2:10 How to learn to do fretwork?5:28 How to get a deal on a PRS CE?https://www.chucklevins.com/pages/contact-us7:06 How did I start my guitar brand?9:38 The PRS event is different than Guitcon11:06 Thoughts on Graphite neck basses?13:04 thoughts on the jhs bonsai pedal?14:19 Pedal platform head around $500?22:10 Vintage Guitars vs New Guitars?27:17 Thoughts on steinberger guitars? 27:18 More to tone than what you think?29:38 What happened to the SWR bass amp company?29:38 A brand can die in months not years now. 35:00 Kramer guitars, do you feel Gibson is effectively promoting the brand?37:20 PRS Core and CE thin necks vs PRS SE Thin neck?38:48 Can you install active pick ups in a guitar with Passives pickups?42:18 Gibson to measure? I have no idea what it is, sorry43:13 Is Fender going to stop selling necks?45:24 Certified neck vs a LIC Neck. Not the same thing47:28 Is it crazy to buy a Marshall for clean tone?49:12 Vox VT40x vs Boss Katana?50:44 What guitar Am I thinking of getting next?51:50 What happened to the G&L search?56:05 Thoughts Japan made guitars like Greco1:01:00 How to get more customers for your repair shop?1:04:44 Thoughts on none Gibson/Epiphone LP under $5001:06:02 Thoughts on the EVH D Tuna?1:07:28 Do all the yellow and orange Boss pedals sound the same?1:09:00 Will Guitcon Be better than #TGU18?1:11:18 Thoughts on Eastwood guitars?1:12:44 Shirt of the monthhttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-20181:13:20 Are the Wolfgang special pickups different than the USA pickups?1:16:10 I do not think you should sell your Les PaulSupport the show
01:24:5505/06/2018
2 #17 Cheap parts on Gibson Guitars?
You can support what I do and show you Know Your Gear. Get your T shirt, hoodie, or coffee cuphttps://teespring.com/stores/know-your-gear-2018Become a Patron member https://www.patreon.com/phillipmcknightKYG Get information early on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Knowyourgear/Want to check my Instagram page. Click herehttps://www.instagram.com/phillip_mcknight/What do the Icons on my videos mean?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4fAvzjncEk&t=60sQuestion Index0:00 intro1:46 I am horrible at the License plate game 4:02 What size guitar cab do you like for the bedroom?5:24 what happened to the H&K video that was up?7:18 Have I ever owned a double neck guitar?9:25 Why my wife did not allow me to own Behringer14:50 Do I ever buy anything vintage?18:10 thought son MXR Micro Chorus?20:32 My high E chokes out on my American strat 24:35 What is the oldest guitar I own and guitar I have owned the longest?26:19 Do you like all your amps the same or do you have a favorite?31:25 Thoughts on Egnator amps36:44 Blackstar metal amps43:28 Do you think entry level acoustics are less value than electrics?50:02 Lighting Boy Audio Apology videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RYwPMunp2854:46 Why does Glenn hate bass players?56:52 What was pedal should I get first?59:41 Thoughts on Chapmans attitude towards reverend guitars?1:02:35 Cheap parts on Gibson?1:04:06 Best midrange guitar brands?1:06:12 Are Gibson SG Special and Standard necks the same?1:07:39 When is it worth it to get a isolated power supply?1:10:03 What is that blue strat behind me?https://reverb.com/item/10944154-fender-strat-plus-19881:13:17 Boss RV6 or TC hall of fame?1:15:22 Freidman PT 20 vs Runt 1:17:28 A great online bass learning channel?1:18:48 PRS SE Amp with broken reverb for $300, worth it?1:20:10 And then my computer died, or the government kicked me off. lolSupport the show
01:20:0926/05/2018