Boss

Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

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Know Your Gear Podcast Norah Jones Is Playing Along HardLore

Episode Mentions

Know Your Gear Podcast · May 17, 2026

Fender Demands Everyone To Stop Making Strats Immediately!

“Pedal manufacturer; DS-1 distortion pedal compared against Vox Joe Satriani Saturator in this-or-that segment”

Fender's cease-and-desist campaign against Stratocaster-shaped guitar builders in EuropePublic domain vs. copyright protection of guitar body shapes across jurisdictionsLegal costs and barriers for small guitar manufacturers defending against corporate lawsuits

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Norah Jones Is Playing Along · May 12, 2026

Pino Palladino & Blake Mills

“Gear manufacturer; Blake Mills mentioned using Boss GP-10 units in his touring setup”

Music production philosophy and creative decision-makingUnconventional guitar modifications and fretless instrumentsSession musicianship versus recording artist career paths

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Know Your Gear Podcast · May 9, 2026

How Guitar Brands Target Kids Vs Older Players

“Compared DD3 delay pedal favorably to Strymon; discussed affordability and reliability in 'This or That' segment”

Guitar brand targeting strategies for kids vs. older playersVintage guitar collecting and trading economicsTorrified/roasted maple neck manufacturing and quality control

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Apr 28, 2026

Another Pedal Co. shrinking its size and going direct

“CH-1 chorus pedal and TU-3 tuner discussed as go-to products; Waza Craft versions mentioned”

PRS nitro lacquer finish durability and acrylic undercoat technologyDirect-to-consumer business model for pedal and guitar manufacturersMusic retail disruption and dealer network decline

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HardLore · Apr 16, 2026

DRAIN & HardLore Behind The Scenes: "...Is Your Friend" Tour 2026

“Manufactures effects pedals (DD8, NS2) used in guitar and bass signal chains”

Guitar setup and maintenance for touring musiciansDrum kit selection and cymbal preferences in metal/hardcoreBass tone and effects chain optimization

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Apr 14, 2026

Fender is ready to fight the cheap amazon guitar market

“Katana amp as industry standard for practice; Metal Zone pedal Waza Craft version tested; pedal comparison game featured”

Budget guitar market competition and Amazon's impact on FenderGuitar collecting psychology and upgrade cycle mythsCustom Shop vs. Professional-tier guitar value proposition

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Apr 9, 2026

Guitar Center CEO Starting A Brand To Rival Gibson And Fender

“Criticized for buffered pedals causing noise issues with Freeman and Mesa Boogie amplifiers”

Guitar Center CEO strategy and new brand announcementRetail operations and customer experience optimizationUsed gear market dynamics and resale value analysis

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Mar 9, 2026

I Survived Buying A Guitar At Guitar Center

“Referenced Metal Zone pedal as example of effects pedal requiring external amplification”

High-end vs budget gear content strategy and audience engagementProfessional musician definition and monetization vs skillGuitar setup customization for playing technique

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Mar 7, 2026

Another Round Of Layoffs At Fender Guitars

“Katana amp praised as reliable, portable alternative to expensive tube amps; host uses Katana despite never working with Boss”

Fender Guitars Layoffs and RestructuringGuitar Manufacturing Quality Control IssuesDirect-to-Consumer vs. Dealer Distribution Strategy

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Mar 1, 2026

The guitar Secret You Can’t Unsee

“Katana amplifier discussed extensively as reliable, affordable multi-effect amp used for budget guitar reviews”

PIRAS Hullabody 2 SE pricing and market positioningPiezo pickup system durability and maintenanceG&L guitar brand discontinuation and resale value

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Feb 13, 2026

People Have Lost Their Minds With Used Guitar Prices

“Pedal manufacturer discussed for recent deals and inventory clearing; CH-1 Super Chorus mentioned as recent purchase”

Split speaker cabinets and mixed speaker configurationsGuitar restringing business startup pricing and operationsFuture classic guitars and investment value

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Know Your Gear Podcast · Feb 12, 2026

The Your Not Good Enough For That Guitar Argument

“Effects manufacturer; G7 EQ pedal discussed as educational tool for learning frequency management”

2025 Gear Industry Sales Performance and Market OutlookGatekeeping and Skill-Based Gear CriticismCommunity Building as Competitive Advantage

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