Guitar Nerds

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,This week the podcast is being recorded in a guitar shop, and I'm joined by my good friend, guitar shop owner, Alex Cockburn. We're chatting all about great boutique gear, function band setups, and guitar shop trends......also, there is a thunderstorm whilst we're recording! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,This week I'm joined by Matt Knight, and we're talking all about his trip to Japan and his inevitable slew of incredibly cool and super rare pedal purchases using his emergency credit card! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds! This week JD is hunting for a new all-rounder stay-at-home electric guitar for writing and recording. We'll be taking a look at some of the deals available on Merchant City Music's new website, guitar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15 GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds! This week I'm joined by 40 Watt Podcast host, Phillip Carter, and we're talking all about Trump Guitars'...I mean Fender Guitars' new pro AI stance, plus some great new releases from Harley Benton! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,Welcome back! This week, Matt and I are talking all about his wonderful newly setup rig, and how the JC120 has become a cornerstone of his home tone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,This week I'm joined by Phillip Carter of The 40 Watt Podcast, and we're talking all about the new GUITAR ESSENTIALS add-on to the Darkglass Anagram, as well as some pretty strong effing and jeffing about Fender's continued decline into being the World's biggest bunch of plonkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,This week we're joined by both Ken and Torri from Reverend Guitars! So, of course, we're going to be chatting all about their new 2026 lineup including new models, great bass options, amazing finishes, and a whole new range of very bloody lovely pickups! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,Welcome back! We had a week off due to the heatwave in the UK...it literally prevented our computers from being able to record audio and video for an hour, very annoying.Anyway, this week JD and I are recounting our wonderful time at this year's Fret Fest Guitar Show! Prepare yourselves to learn all about some awesome boutique guitar brands! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in the UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,This week we've got a veritable hodgepodge of guitar chatter! Matt and I are buying new guitar stands, debating trem arm length, and demoing fuzz pedals! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,Welcome back! This week JD and I are back from a wonderful night out at the Hammersmith Apollo watching Crimson supergroup, Beat on their European tour! We'll be discussing all the wonderful gear used by guitar legends, Adrian Belew, Steve Vai, and Tony Levin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,This week, I'm joined by both Matt Knight and JD Short, and we're taking a proper look at all the incredible things Warwick Rockboard has to offer.We're also reviewing what you think are each guitar brand's BEST and WORST guitars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ROTOSOUND - Making history since 1958, and ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,On this week's episode of Guitar Nerds, JD and I rundown all the exhibitors at this year's first ever FRET FEST! We'll also be discussing the brand new Gibson inspired Bass VI from Eastwood Guitars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,Welcome to another nerdy episode of Guitar Nerds. This week Phillip and I are talking all about his new pedalboard, the greatest amps in the world, and the current situation with Fender's new direction of legal action to stop other brands from building Stratocasters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,Welcome back! This week, I'm joined by both Matt Knight and JD Short, and we're talking all about Tim's snapped guitar, cuck chairs, and the new Chase Bliss Big Time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds!This week, Matt and I are talking all about one of the best budget brands in all of the UK and Europe; HARTWOOD GUITARS!!!At first glance, an unassuming budget brand, you'll soon discover, as did we, that Hartwood are, in fact, super cool, retro and wildly affordable! We loved a lot about their range of weird guitars, vintage inspired amps, and wooden accessories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello dear listener,We're back! Thanks for your patience whilst I was away on tour! This week, I'm very happy to be podcasting with the wonderful Matt Knight. We'll be discussing all the terrific gear I got to check out during my 2 weeks on the continent, as well as some of the old gear Matt has been revisiting from his mighty archive of pedals! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15 GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds. This week I am joined by the mighty Phillip Carter, and we're talking all about my on going tour, gigging gear, and FSR and Limited Edition colourways from big guitar brands! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello lovely listener,This week, JD and I are discussing preamp pedals, touring rigs, C2C Electronics and Origin Effects! Join us for a solid hour of nerdery! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15 GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSHello dear listener,This week Matt and I are talking all about our favourite budget gear! From Gear4Music's VinTone Reverb tank to Harley Benton's Bigsby loaded telecasters! I'm also about to go on a budget gear buying spree, so let me know what I should get! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15 GET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDSGET 30% OFF ALL NEURAL DSP PLUGINS WITH DISCOUNT CODE: GUITARNERDS Hello dear listener,This week I'm joined by my favourite man; the man of men, Matt Knight. He's back from Japan, and as usual he has a whole bunch of stories about his journeys around the incredible HARD-OFF second hand shops of Tokyo!We'll also be discussing Discord topic: Have you ever overpaid for a piece of gear just because you had to have it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello there,Welcome to episode 10 in our 7th season of Guitar Nerds!This week, I am joined by Jonny Dibble and Matt Parker for a big fat bass special. We'll be nattering away about our favourite things from this year's Birmingham Guitar Show, as well as discussing new purchases, and our favourite basses on the market today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guitar Nerds is sponsored by ACS CUSTOM - the go-to brand for ear protection, moulded earplugs and in-ear monitors with over 30 years as trailblazers in the business!If you're in UK why not enjoy 15% off ACS Custom earplugs and in-ear monitors with discount code: GUITARNERDS15Hello there you charming bag of baltic birch!It's time for another fun-filled episode of Guitar Nerds. This week I'm joined by Phillip Carter of 40 Watt Podcast, and I'm stirring the pot and dishing the dirt on what the new EU ruling on use of Stratocaster body shape means for all those lovely little luthiers out there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello there, you charming listener, you! This week, JD and I are recapping the wonders of this year's Birmingham Guitar Show! We'll be counting down all our favourite guitars, effects, amps, strings, and accessories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back! This week Matt is back from his travels around the US of A. He went to a whole bunch of guitar shops and we're going to talk about all the wonderful things he got to check out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week on Guitar Nerds I'm joined by 40 Watt Podcast's Phillip Carter. I've been watching a lot of Subway Takes recently, and inspired by it's glorious format I've asked you lot for your hot takes on guitar gear and the guitar community. I'll also be grilling Phillip on his opinions and standpoints on classic, vintage and custom shop gear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week JD and I are discussing all your favourite Tuner Pedals! From the humble TU-3 to the hipster Canvas Tuner! From the simple Pitch Clip to the Sweetened Strobostomp! Which one is your favourite? Which one is ours? Only on this podcast will the truth be discovered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back! This week, I'm joined by my trusty sidekick, Matt Knight, and we're talking all about the new affordable Nitro Finished guitars from Patina Guitars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome aboard this Guitar Nerds shaped train, heading all the way to NAMM 2026 with a brief stop at Wood, Wire, Volts and The Baked Potato. This week, Matt, Phillip and I will be recounting their favourite bits from all of NAMM 2026, whilst I lament at my poor decision to give this year a miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Guitar Nerds is sponsored by MusicNomad Guitar Equipment Care - the maintenance tools that your guitar deserves!Hello dear listener,Welcome back! This week I am joined by the wonderful JD Short for some solid discussion about what brands you think are going to win 2026! Each week this year we're asking you to get more involved in Guitar Nerds with questions, polls, and surveys that we'll be distributing across Discord, Patreon and Facebook - so, get involved and let us know what you think!As always, thanks for listening and for being a part of this wonderful guitar community! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Guitar Nerds is sponsored by MusicNomad Guitar Equipment Care - the maintenance tools that your guitar deserves!Hello dear listener,Welcome aboard! It's another season of Guitar Nerds, and would you believe it, Matt and I are back for another year of shooting the s**t about our favourite guitars, amps, and effects!In this first episode Matt and I are discussing yours and our new acquisitions and intentions for 2026. Will this be the year for valve/tube amps to make a triumphant come back after the surge in modellers over the last few years?As always, thanks for listening and for being a part of this wonderful guitar community! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear, sweet, warm and wondrous listener, Welcome to the FINAL of GEAR OF THE YEAR 2025!!! For this final episode in the series we're joined by the gorgeous Blake Wyland from The Tone Mob and Tape Spaghetti. Prepare yourselves for outrage, anger, torment, and ultimately acceptance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back! This is the third chapter in 2025's Gear of the Year journey. Today is Phillip Carter's favourite category, amplifiers! Get ready to listen to a whole fresh batch of ludicrously overpriced amplifiers being peddled by 40 Watt Podcast's host and creator in a bid to convince the rest of us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello there dear, wonderful, sweet and sensual listener! It's time for Gear of the Year 2025, episode 2! Today we're dealing with the hot topic of Best Effects Pedal of 2025! Once again I am joined by JD Short, Matt Knight and Phillip Carter, and we are delving deep into the wonderful world of awesome new pedals! What will win, who knows, you don't, but I do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dearest of dear listeners, That time is upon us! Gear of the Year is finally here! This year, I'm joined by Matt Knight, Phillip Carter and JD Short, and we're going to debating the BEST guitar gear releases of 2025! In this first episode we're deciding the BEST GUITAR release of 2025! This will be followed by BEST EFFECTS PEDAL and BEST AMPLIFIER in the coming days! Prepare yourselves for torment, fear, and a deep deep sense of bladder discomfort! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This is the final episode in season 6 of the Guitar Nerds Podcast! This week, I'm joined by Matt Knight, JD Short, and Maarten Cox, and we'll be chatting all about our favourite gear from this year! OK, not necessarily gear that came out in 2025, but gear that we have loved playing in 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week Matt is back from Japan, and he's full to the brim with tails of weird and wonderful guitar gear from the other side of the planet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back to a rather special episode of Guitar Nerds. This week, we're joined by the man who started this whole bloody thing, Mark Packham. Mark's been working for Reverb.com for the last 5 years, and he's helped to implement some really positive changes that make Reverb a fantastic treasure trove of wondrous guitar goodies! In this episode we're chatting all about Mark's gear and taking a look at some of Reverb's most interesting statistics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome, once again, to another episode of Guitar Nerds. This week I'm joined by the marvellous host of The 40 Watt Podcast, Phillip Carter, and we're discussing all things amplification! We're going to take a look at Phillip's favourite amps in every category, from Preamp Pedals to 100w Stacks, and everything in between! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week JD and I are discussing the wonderful, rich and super important legacy of G&L. We'll looking at some of their innovations and our favourite guitars from over the years since 1979! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome to another trip down nerdery lane! This week, JD and I are recounting our time spent at this year's London International Guitar Show! We'll be discussing all our favourite bits of vintage gear, custom built guitars, and boutique pedals! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener! Well, goodness me! It's episode 40... we're nearly ready for GOTY, baby! This week, Matt and I are taking a look at Blue FX Devices Fuzz Fields, as well as sorting all the best guitar brands into price categories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome to another Nerdy trip down nerdy nerdery with me, Joe Branton, and my favourite guest-host, Phillip Carter (of The 40 Watt Podcast). This week we're discussing gigging essentials, from strings to string lube, and everything in between! Sounds thrilling doesn't it! ...well, it will do if you truly are a guitar nerd! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back to another episode of Guitar Nerds! This week, Matt and I are discussing everything from The Butterfly Effect 3 to Joe Bonamassa's new Epiphone '59 Les Paul! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds! This week Matt's back from Guitar Summit, and we're counting down his top 5 favourite booths from this year's German extravaganza! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome to another episode of Guitar Nerds! This week, Matt and I are discussing the brand new BOSS XS series of pitch shifting pedals! It might seem like they're a little late to the game to make a Whammy, but it's loaded with the usual ludicrously comprehensive level of customisation-ability! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, Welcome back to another episode of Guitar Nerds. This week we've got a new guest host in the form of Matt Parker. Matt is a session bassist who specialises in Bass VI. He constantly buys and sells Squier Bass VI's which he mods to a ludicrous degree with an ease that I can only dream of. His taste in gear is eccentric, but functional.He loves taking a punt on something a bit unusual, but has his feet firmly routed in classic, vintage style gear! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week JD and I are taking a look at all the brands heading to this year's London International Guitar Show! We love a classic US style tabletop show. It's always such a great place to get a deal, find weird gear, and make bad decisions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week I'm joined by the wonderful Phillip Carter of The 40 Watt Podcast! We're talking all about our favourite guitar shops with especial focus on my recent trip to Denmark Street in London to check out some of their weirdest guitars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week, we're starting the episode with a short commemoration for our dear friend, Eric Hemmer, who passed away last week at the age of 44. I'm very glad to have got the chance to meet Eric and to have had him on this podcast, he was a true guitar nerd. This week, Matt and I are taking a look at the new BOSS PX-1 Plugin/plugout stompbox. We'll also be taking a little trip down memory lane and looking at some of our favourite BOSS 20 series effects! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello dear listener, This week Matt's back, and we're continuing with our little look back at the top 20 best selling brands on Reverb.com. This week we're looking at pedal builders/brands, and seeing who from the boutique world rivalled the leviathans of BOSS, MXR and Electro Harmonix! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.