EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 14 MIN
Tele Gumbo: String Stretching, Bridge Covers, Book Review & Gig-Ready Gear
from Ask Zac · host Zac Childs
In this week’s Ask Zac, I’m cooking up a little Tele Gumbo, as today’s show is a mix of guitar talk, gear love, and practical tips:A better way to stretch your strings, one that keeps your tuning stable and won’t damage your nut.Why Tele bridge covers (ashtrays) are actually useful — especially for protecting your strings and saddles when your guitar’s in a gig bag.Book Review: In-Law Country by Geoffrey Himes — a must-read for fans of Emmylou Harris and her circle of musical friends.Gig-Ready Gear: Why I love Headstrong Amps and Danocaster Guitars — no mods, no tweaks, just plug in and play.It’s a hearty serving of tips, tone, and talk — grab a coffee and dig in!#AskZac #TeleGumbo #Telecaster #GuitarTips #HeadstrongAmps #Danocaster #GuitarTalkwww.truetone.comNEW MERCH SITE!https://ask-zac-shop.fourthwall.comTo Support the Channel:Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskZachttps://ask-zac-shop.fourthwall.comTip jar: https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZacSupport the show
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In this week’s Ask Zac, I’m cooking up a little Tele Gumbo, as today’s show is a mix of guitar talk, gear love, and practical tips: A better way to stretch your strings, one that keeps your tuning stable and won’t damage your nut. Why Tele bridge covers (ashtrays) are actually useful — especially for protecting your strings and saddles when your guitar’s in a gig bag. Book Review: In-Law Country by Geoffrey Himes — a must-read for fans of Emmylou Harris and her circle of musical friends. ...
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