Podcast 224: Vintage Amp Repair with Skip Simmons

from The Fretboard Journal Guitar Podcast · host Fretboard Journal

Amp repairman Skip Simmons calls it like he sees it. He joins us on this week's Fretboard Journal Podcast to talk about vintage guitar amp repair, why smaller wattage amps can be better for the average player, and what bargains still exist in the world of amplification. We also talk Filmosound conversions, Alexander Dumble, repair horror stories and a lot more. Going forward, Skip will be hosting a monthly podcast called the Truth About Vintage Amps for the Fretboard Journal where he will be fielding questions from you, our listeners. Send any and all amp questions and comments to [email protected]! Skip was featured in the FJ's 33rd issue. This episode is sponsored by Retrofret Vintage Guitars, Lowden Guitars and Lee Valley. http://skipsimmonsamps.com

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