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So, Is Mark Knopfler the Master of Guitar Tone? Mark Knopfler has inspired so many guitar players including myself. I think he has one of the best guitar tones in the industry. Not just one tone but his selection for the song.  In this video, I go through some of the gear Mark Knopfler uses and we hear some examples of his incredible guitar tone in a live setting from the On The Night Concert in 1993.  Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/CIpliTNJxFc #markknopfler #direstraits #guitartone #guitar #amplifier #fretsuccess --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Guitar Was Never The Plan  Today I thought it was time to upload a video with me talking about how I got to playing guitar.  It was fun to think back about this. I left out some of the finer details but this will give you a good idea of how I ended up playing guitar, via the thought of a saxophone poised on a keyboard, surrounded by Dire Straits.  If you like this kind of thing or have any other questions/topics you want me to cover then please drop them in the comments.  Let me know what you think. #guitar #document #guitarist #musicbackground #stories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Line 6 Catalyst 60W Combo Review and Demo 2023  Today I got the chance to put one of the Line 6 Catalyst amps through its paces.  This amplifier is such a step up from previous Line 6 modelling amps. It's versatile and sounds great. Lots of onboard effects too. A joy to play through and this 60W version packs a punch.  This video includes my thoughts, the specs rundown, and a playthrough.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/. Buy a Line 6 Catalyst amplifier from them here: https://guitarworks.ca/products/line-6-catalyst-60-combo-amp?_pos=5&_psq=line%206&_ss=e&_v=1.0  #guitar #line6 #gearreviews #amplifier #amps #electricguitar --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Dan talks to singer-songwriter acoustic guitar player Daniel Champagne on his way through Canada, after his show at the Ironwood Stage & Grill in #calgary.  They talk about all things guitar along with how he started playing guitar, his influences, the general recording process, songwriting process and insipration, concepts behind the albums, guitar tips and tricks, and even running facebook campaigns to get people to shows.  Guitarworks in Calgary also kindly let us film the interview in their McLeod Trail store. Thanks to them. If you're in the market for anything guitar related be sure to visit their online store here: https://guitarworks.ca/.  Enjoy. #acousticguitar #danielchampagne #percussivefingerstyle #calgary --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

EVH Wolfgang Special Review and Demo. Today I got the chance to put the EVH Wolfgang Special through its paces. This is a very solid guitar, a fantastic neck, very clear and articulate pickups, and a fantastic look. This video includes my thoughts, the specs rundown and a playthrough.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/. Buy this guitar from them here: https://guitarworks.ca/search?type=product&q=EVH%20Wolfgang%20Special*  #guitar #evhguitarrs #fender #wolfgang #guitarreviews #electricguitar --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Dan talks to Terry Myers from Taylor Guitars about how he got involved with Bob Taylor all those years ago, what it takes to make a good guitar, stories from the industry, how Taylor Guitars has grown over the years, how to have consistency in guitar making for a global brand, PRT tone woods research and so much more.  #guitar #guitarlessons #taylorguitars #calgary #california #bobtaylor --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Dan went down to the 2022 Calgary Guitar Show to talk to the exhibitors there. This podcast reveals the conversations with the great builders, retailers and repair folk that were there.  Sam Coulson (Asia, We Will Rock You) kindly took the time to chat before his seminar slot and live performance.  List of people and companies in the episode: Canadian Guitar Shows: https://www.canadianguitarshows.com/ Sam Coulson: https://www.facebook.com/samcoulsonguitar Stonehouse Guitars: https://www.stonehouseguitars.com/ Guitarworks: https://www.guitarworks.ca/ Northwood Guitars: https://www.northwoodguitars.com/ Labyrinth Guitarworks: https://labyrinthguitarworks.com/ Masa Guitars: https://masa-guitars.com/ Guitar OR: https://www.guitaror.ca/ Jtree Guitars: https://joshuatreewoodwork.ca/guitars/ Tree Picks: https://treepicks.com/ Fret Success: https://fretsuccess.com/ #calgaryguitarshow #guitars #guitargear #amplifier #canada #calgary #events --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Fender CD-60 V3 Dreadnought Acoustic Review and Demo Today I got the chance to take the Fender CD-60 V3 through its paces. This is a fantastic acoustic guitar for the money. So full of resonance and tone at such a great price. This video includes my thoughts, the specs rundown and a playthrough.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. #fender #cd-60 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Orange Crush 20RT Review and Demo | In this episode I take the Orange Crush 20RT through the Fret Success Gear Review. This 20 WATT amplifier is packed full of bite, energy and great sounds.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/.  #guitar #orangeamps #orangecrush #guitarreviews #amplifierreviews The Crush 20RT builds on the tonal platform of the Crush 20 with even more functionality due to the inclusion of a lush onboard reverb and an integrated chromatic tuner. Like its more ‘stripped down’ sibling, the Crush 20RT features footswitchable Clean and Dirty channels plus our new high gain, four stage preamp design, serving up a huge palette of overdriven and distorted sounds, rich in harmonic overtones.  The sheer punch achieved through the Crush 20RT’s custom 8″ Voice of the World speaker is nothing short of staggering, with a commanding delivery and depth of sound that belies amp’s modest footprint. Complete with an Aux In for backing tracks and a CabSim-loaded headphone output, the Crush 20RT is the perfect portable practice amp combo, combining usable features with legendary Orange tone and buckets of classic Orange mojo. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Lollar Pickups Blackface Strat Pickups Demo & Giveaway -  In this video I switch out the original pickups from a Squier Strat and replace them with the Lollar Pickups Blackface Strat Pickups.  As mentioned in the video, I will be giving away: - A Squier Strat Guitar setup by pro luthiers at Guitar OR in Calgary - Lollar Pickups Blackface Strat set - Custom Picks from Tree Picks (who will also plant some trees as well)  Click this link to enter the competition: https://fretsuccess.com/lollar-blackface-giveaway . Competition will end on 23 Jul 2021 at 12pm MST.  Check them out the pickups here: https://www.lollarguitars.com/lollar-stratocaster-pickups/strat-blackface Watch my interview with Jason Lollar here: https://youtu.be/Y3tS43_LsbM Listen to the podcast version by searching for the Fret Success Guitar Show on your favourite player. #lollarpickups #custompickups #stratpickups #stratocaster #guitargear2021 #pickups #FSGS #fretsuccess #guitarteacher #calgary #guitartone #customguitars #treepicks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Wally Toney (Cornford Amps USA) | The story of Cornford amps is one seldom told. However, I got the chance to catch up with Cornford Amplification USA owner, Wally Toney, on this episode of the Fret Success Guitar Show. We talk about the history starting with Paul Cornford and Martin Kidd and the reasons why the company stopped making amps in the end.   Some key players that use Cornford Amps are Guthrie Govan, Richie Kotzen, Mark Tremonti and so many more. SO many funny stories in this episode and we ponder the future of guitar amps, being backstage at the NAMM show, searching for the perfect guitar tone, Eddie Van Halen and how Wally's daughter was nearly hit on by Wolfgang Van Halen.  Check Out the Cornford Amplification website here for some information: http://www.cornfordusa.com/  #guitar #guitarlessons #wallytoney #eddievanhalen #wolfgangvanhalen #fretsuccess #guitarteacher #calgary #guitartone #cornfordamps #cornfordusa --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

PRS SE 245 Review and Demo | Today I got the chance to take the PRS SE 245 through its paces.  #guitar #prsguitars #prsse245 #prsse #guitarreviews --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

There are so many guitar pedals on the market nowadays. There are a few that have come and gone but there are three pedals that have always stayed in the rig.  I thought I'd go through what these are for me and what guitar pedals I have in 2021.  These are,  TC Electronic Polytune 2  MXR Custom Comp Boss DD6 Delay  Join the Free Guitar Academy with loads of guitar lesson content here: https://fretsuccess.com/fret-success-academy-sign-up/ #guitar #gearreview #guitarreview #tcelectronic #bosspedals #mxrpedals --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Jarin Winterhalt | Guitar Repair Luthier - Guitar O.R. Calgary. It’s not every day that you get to sit down with someone who has an impact on so many guitars on an everyday basis. We can sometimes neglect our guitars and even not know how to make them perform their best. Jarin Winterhalt has figured this out over his many years in the world of guitar repair and maintenance Jarin is a guitar repair luthier and we talked about his career so far, interesting guitars he’s worked on and tips for things to watch out for. Watch the full interview.  Check Out Jarin's website for more information: www.guitaror.ca  #guitar #guitarlessons #jarinwinterfelt #guitarrepair #FSGS #fretsuccess #guitarteacher #calgary #guitartone --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster is the latest offering from the USA range of Fender. This guitar has a few new upgrades from the last including a wonderful satin neck finish and new pickups and configurations, just for starters. This video talks about all the features and has a play through with loads of sounds. Enjoy the new Fender American Professional ii Stratocaster. The new American Professional ii series are definitely worth a look. Very cool colors too!  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/  Join the Free Guitar Academy with loads of guitar lesson content here: https://fretsuccess.com/fret-success-academy-sign-up/  #guitar #fender #fenderguitars #gearreview #guitarreview #stratocaster #guitarworks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

The Suhr Classic S is a guitar that just feels right. It sounds amazing, low noise pickups with great clarity and finesse. This Suhr Classic S was a pleasure to play, fantastic neck and great setup. I put it through its paces in this review and demo video.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/ Join the Free Guitar Academy with loads of guitar lesson content here: https://fretsuccess.com/fret-success-academy-sign-up/ #guitar #suhrclassics #suhr #gearreview #guitarreview #classicguitars #guitarworks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

American Professional ii Jazzmaster is the latest offering from the USA range of Fender. This guitar has a few new upgrades from the last including a wonderful satin neck finish and new pickups, just for starters. This video talks about all the features and has a play through with loads of sounds. Enjoy the new Fender American Professional ii Jazzmaster.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/  Join the Free Guitar Academy with loads of guitar lesson content here: https://fretsuccess.com/fret-success-academy-sign-up/  #guitar #fender #fenderguitars #gearreview #guitarreview #jazzmaster #guitarworks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

The Gretsch Streamliner Junior Jet Club G2215 P90 is a budget guitar with lots of features and great playability. I was pleasantly surprised with the range of sounds this guitar can produce. With a great neck also! I put it through it's paces in this review and demo video.  Thanks to Guitarworks Canada for lending me the guitar for the demo. Check them out here: https://guitarworks.ca/ Join the Free Guitar Academy with loads of guitar lesson content here: https://fretsuccess.com/fret-success-academy-sign-up/ #guitar #gretsch #gretschguitars #gearreview #guitarreview #streamliner #guitarworks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

I caught up with Simon Pellett from the Music On Your Own Terms Podcast in this latest episode of the Fret Success Guitar Show. We talk his background, guitars, tips and mental health in the industry.   Find Out More Here: https://musiconyourownterms.com #guitar #guitarlessons  #FSGS #fretsuccess #guitarteacher #calgary #guitartone #customguitars www.fretsuccess.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support

Should You Play The Same Thing as Another Guitarist? Sure you can but it's pretty boring in most circumstances. In this video I go through a few of my tried and tested ways to spice up your playing with another guitar player. It's important to learn how to compliment another guitar player. Sometimes you'll play alone, others you'll be with someone. These simple tricks will help you take your band's sound up a notch. You could even try it when recording extra guitar parts. Have fun.  #guitar #guitarlessons #fretsuccess #calgary #beginnerguitarlessons #electricguitar --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-fret-success-guitar-show/support