Gearbox

Eric Klein and the FRFR debate

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 08:00:00 PST

In this inaugural episode Jay and Will answer user submitted questions and interview Helix product owner Eric Klein

Ben Adrian and the NAMM preview

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay sit down with lead sound designer for Line 6 Ben Adrian and discuss IRs and why the Helix tastes like a steak. They also try to hold back on pilling the beans on what’s coming out at NAMM.

NAMM wrap-up and artist interviews: Part 1

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay record from NAMM 2018 and Eric Klein joins in for a weekend wrap-up. Part 1 also includes interviews with Butch Walker (Producer), Kurt Ballou (Converge, Producer), Dustin Kensrue (Thrice), Richie Castellano (Blue Oyster Cult), and Mark and Joe from the Guitar Nerds Podcast. All the while they try and figure out what to do with Stevic MacKay (Twelve Foot Ninja)

NAMM wrap-up and artist interviews: Part 2

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 08:00:00 PST

Part 2 continues with more artists interviews from Philip Bynoe (Bass Steve Vai) Glenn Delaune, Paul Hindmarsh, and Leo Moracchiolo (Frog Leap Studios YouTube)

Stevic MacKay (Twelve Foot Ninja)

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:00:00 PST

In this episode of the podcast, Will & Jay answer listener mail and talk about the new Helix Firmware 2.5 update. And because he would not stop calling, they finally let guitarist Stevic Mackay of Twelve Foot Ninja on the podcast. Stevic reveals stories about how he got started in music, his lifelong use of Line 6 gear, and how he approaches song writing in general. They also discuss the water flow of toilets in Stevic’s home-world of Australia.

Peter DiStefano (Porno For Pyros)

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 08:00:00 PST

On this PODCast for pyros, Will and Jay get serious with Peter DiStefano (Porno For Pyros) and talk about the pros and cons of the 90’s rock scene. They also discuss the darker elements of writing about loss, addiction and abuse while also managing to bring up Shrek. Warning: This episode does contain adult content.

Brandon Frenzel (PowerCab)

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 08:00:00 PST

Brendon Small (Metalocalypse, Galaktikon)

Tue, 01 May 2018 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay don't fail to see the irony in recording their biggest episode yet with Brendon Small. They cover everything from his new Galaktikon material to his early days of bombing in front of an audience and how he grew from it as an artist. They discuss the intricacies of timing when it comes to comedy, writing and music and how much it sucks that failure is an essential part of success as an artist. This episode has more lore than all the seasons of Metalocalypse combined.

Marcus Ryle (Co-President YGG)

Fri, 18 May 2018 08:00:00 PST

In this brand new episode about branding, Marcus Ryle the Co-president of Yamaha Guitar Group sits down with the dudes to discuss acquisition of the new/old Brand/ Ampeg. They also have Sam try to help everybody wrap their heads around what headphones to use with modeling. Jay FINALLY answers questions on his own and we play a super sweet Tone Submission. Also Jay tries to drum up support for LampY. As always email, Podcast@line6.com with more questions, comments and sweet sweet tone submissions.

Nick Reinhart (Tera Melos)

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 08:00:00 PST

This week Jay and Will get looped into a multi-layered conversation with guitarist Nick Reinhart of Tera Melos, and the YouTube channel Pedals and Effects. They talk/argue over which music class was harder to pass, Math-rock or Social-studies rock. Also, Will learns that the band Hella is not the same band as Health.

How to Get Backing Tracks Right

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 08:00:00 PST

This episode, Will and Jay get back to the backtracking basics with special line 6 guest Igor Stolarsky. If your live show uses backing tracks, click tracks or is just a bunch or robots, Igor gives advice on how to make your live show run smoothly and avoid any type of West World situations with a rogue synth lead.

Jeff Schroeder (The Smashing Pumpkins)

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay open the Gearbox with Jeff Schroder of The Smashing pumpkins. They chat about bringing the studio sound to a live setting and how if you shred hard enough, one day you can play in your favorite band.

Ep 12 - Guitar Maintenance and Setup

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 08:00:00 PST

Jay and Will speak to Pat Campolattano, Yamaha Guitar Divisions resident luthier to get the truthier on common guitar complaints and issues. Don't fret, we've got that covered. Tune in to pickup the tips and tricks Pat has for making your favorite guitar sing.

Ep 13: Kurt Ballou (Converge, GodCity Studios)

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay (and Ben) have a casual chat with the legendary Kurt Ballou to discuss record production and the difference between the band on the record versus the band on the stage. They also list great songs you never need to hear again, hometown heroes and how Jay didn’t know Boston births rockstar legends.

Ep 14: Guitar Speakers and Cabinets

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 08:00:00 PST

Will and Jay are back! This time we sit down with YGG Head Systems Engineer Anthony Fergoso to talk guitar speakers and cabinets. All you need to know about ohms, speakers sizes and types, cabinet construction and so much more.

Ep 15: NAMM 2019 Helix Game Show

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 08:00:00 PST

Jay and Will host a Helix themed game show at the Line booth at NAMM 2019

Ep 16: NAMM 2019

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 08:00:00 PST

Jay and Will talk NAMM Bass, Bingo, and Booths! We got Stevic from 12 Foot Ninja, and YGG peeps Eric, Kyle and Marcus. Also we got Derek Smalls of Spinal Tap playing Big Bottom out of 11 foot Ampeg SVT!

Ep 17: Trey Xavier (Gear Gods)

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:00:00 PST

Jay checks in from SXSW and the boys sit down with Trey Xavier from the Gear Gods for a great conversation about the validity of music theory and how Weezer is propaganda.