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Know Your Gear Podcast · May 9, 2026
How Guitar Brands Target Kids Vs Older Players
“Referenced as example of manufacturer with proprietary torrification standards and quality control processes”
Guitar brand targeting strategies for kids vs. older playersVintage guitar collecting and trading economicsTorrified/roasted maple neck manufacturing and quality control
View AnalysisKnow Your Gear Podcast · May 8, 2026
Why Cheap Guitars Have Better Features Than Expensive Ones
“Discussed bolt-on neck construction choice for repairability; host did bonus podcast with CEO Andy Powers”
Guitar specifications marketing (stainless steel frets, bone nuts, roasted maple)Neck joint construction (bolt-on vs set neck vs through-neck)Speaker selection and EQ compensation
View AnalysisKnow Your Gear Podcast · Mar 29, 2026
The scams and tricks people do when selling or trading guitars
“Manufacturer transitioning to employee ownership model; Phil planning factory visit to discuss employee-owned business structure”
Guitar scams and deceptive selling practicesUsed guitar inspection and authenticationPickup swaps and component modifications
View AnalysisKnow Your Gear Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
The Your Not Good Enough For That Guitar Argument
“Acoustic guitar manufacturer; released 2026 line with three design innovations; host has deep dive video planned”
2025 Gear Industry Sales Performance and Market OutlookGatekeeping and Skill-Based Gear CriticismCommunity Building as Competitive Advantage
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