The Guitar Podcast

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Loren Hunt talks guitars, amps, pedals, accessories and more. Discussions include choosing gear, artists, maintenance, improving sound, tone, playing, vintage gear, new gear, bargains, boutique gear, web resources and more. The Guitar Podcast

Recent Episodes
  • Episode 159 - Story of my Friend's 1960 Gibson J-50
    Jul 26, 2020 – 32:43
  • Episode 158 - What Have You Been Doing During Lockdown?
    Jul 19, 2020 – 33:47
  • Episode 157 - Tele Build Vibrolux Speaker Swap Guitar Shop Stories.mp3
    Dec 11, 2019 – 45:58
  • Episode 156 - Band Dynamics
    Nov 26, 2019 – 36:38
  • Episode 155 - Learning as an Adult, Family and Giving Back
    Nov 23, 2019 – 29:14
  • Episode 154 - Marshall JMP, Kiesel, Sweetwater, Audio Technica, Kemper, Solodallas
    Mar 20, 2019 – 34:35
  • Episode 153 - Listener Feedback, Teaching Beginners, Gibson Future
    Feb 28, 2019 – 34:35
  • Episode 152 - Pedal Steel Guitar and Giving Back
    Feb 27, 2019 – 30:16
  • Episode 151 - Hot Rod Tele to Les Paul Fever
    Jan 14, 2018 – 42:30
  • Episode 150 - My Guitars, Keeping it in the Family
    Mar 22, 2017 – 40:34
  • Episode 149 - Listener Feedback
    Mar 13, 2017 – 28:56
  • Episode 148 - Mo Gear or Mo Lessons?
    Feb 24, 2017 – 29:10
  • Episode 147 - Eight Month Update
    Feb 24, 2017 – 59:59
  • Episode 146 - Interview Otto D'Ambrosio from Eastman Guitars
    Jun 30, 2016 – 49:46
  • Episode 145 - Guitar and Amp Hum, Strings, Elbow Injury
    Jun 25, 2016 – 40:18
  • Episode 144 - Practice
    Jan 3, 2016 – 27:06
  • Episode 143 - Projects, Buffer and Signal Chain
    Jul 27, 2015 – 49:49
  • Episode 142 - Music Publishing and Licensing?
    May 19, 2015 – 44:46
  • Episode 141 - Listener Feedback and THE INDIANA GUITAR SHOW 2015
    Apr 30, 2015 – 1:20:34
  • Episode 140 - Listener Feedback Show
    Apr 4, 2015 – 45:12
  • Episode 139 - Adam Bath of Elysian Tuned Aperture Pickup
    Mar 25, 2015 – 53:20
  • Episode 138 - Amps, Pedals, Professionalism, Palladia and Punk
    Mar 7, 2015 – 56:04
  • Episode 137 - Listener Feedback
    Feb 2, 2015 – 39:05
  • Episode 136 - Facebook Feedback
    Dec 23, 2014 – 49:22
  • Episode 135 - Ivory Issue, Lower Priced Amps, Taylor and Ebony
    Nov 22, 2014 – 47:47
  • Episode 134 - Listener Feedback
    Nov 6, 2014 – 44:02
  • Episode 133 - The Good Old Days?
    Oct 26, 2014 – 34:04
  • Episode 132 - Tele Build Parts Guitar
    Oct 6, 2014 – 24:43
  • Episode 131 - Tele Building, Improvements to your Les Paul
    Sep 29, 2014 – 36:19
  • Episode 130 - Cool Vintage Guitar Experience
    Aug 30, 2014 – 22:22
  • Episode 129 - Opinions
    Aug 29, 2014 – 24:30
  • Episode 128 - Marshall JCM 800, Gibson L-37, Rant on Country Music
    Aug 5, 2014 – 44:22
  • Episode 127 - Why Doesn't This Sound Right?
    Jul 29, 2014 – 38:21
  • Episode 126 - Listener Feedback
    Jul 3, 2014 – 52:04
  • Episode 125 - Furthering Guitar on the Cheap
    Jun 25, 2014 – 23:50
  • Episode 124 - Buying Electric Guitar and First Amp
    Jun 24, 2014 – 35:45
  • Episode 123 - Nickel Creek Concert Review and Listener Feedback
    May 31, 2014 – 01:17:14
  • Episode 122 - Muscle Shoals, Upcoming Concerts and other stuff
    May 4, 2014 – 35:40
  • Episode 121 - Nashville Road Trip
    Apr 1, 2014 – 01:04:00
  • Episode 120 - Tubes Revisited 6V6 and 5879
    Feb 23, 2014 – 41:23
  • Episode 119 - Listener Questions and Feedback
    Feb 11, 2014 – 45:55
  • Episode 118 - Listener Questions and Feedback
    Feb 10, 2014 – 39:04
  • Episode 117 - Brian Wampler-Wampler Pedals
    Feb 7, 2014 – 01:25:42
  • Episode 116 - Listener Feedback and Questions
    Feb 5, 2014 – 01:01:30
  • Episode 115 - Learining Songs By Ear
    Jan 27, 2014 – 44:57
  • Episode 114 - Listener Feedback and Questions and special surprise at the end
    Jan 18, 2014 – 56:43
  • Episode 113 - DVD Review - Tom Petty Runnin Down a Dream part 2
    Jan 14, 2014 – 49:11
  • Episode 112 - Listener Feedback - Floating Bridge Buzz FollowUp - 58V - Multi-Effects - Tremolo Tune Issue
    Jan 9, 2014 – 46:16
  • Episode 111 - Listener Feedback - Acoustic Guitar Magazine Review - Guitar Finishes
    Jan 5, 2014 – 50:18
  • Episode 110 Tom Petty - Runnin Down A Dream DVD Review Part 1
    Jan 1, 2014 – 21:37
Recent Reviews
  • black_macabre
    Fun stuff
    As a seasoned player of 25 years, I tip my cap to your approach and how simple you make the basics out to be. As it should be. Fun to listen to.
  • Blazerscope
    Great podcast
    Ive listened since the beginning, always great to get a new show. Its a very unique podcast.
  • juan2141
    Great podcast
    This is one of my favorite podcasts, and I hope they keep coming!
  • my7guitars
    I like it
    I enjoy the casual and informative conversation about his guitars and experiences. I'm fairly new to this podcast and have listened to several episodes - from what I've heard so far, I appreciate that he doesn't make sexist remarks. I wanted to specifically mention that in the review, because frankly, sexists remarks in any degree are just plain tiring. I think he understands that his audience isn't just men. Thanks Loren.
  • Fhyridkfnrhshsf
    You've been warned
    To start I would like to say I hate being that negative faceless internet troll. I'm a subscriber to about 15 music/guitar related podcasts. I ran across this one and listened to a few episodes to get a taste for it. In all honesty it's absolutely unlistenable. If you enjoy rambling monotone with no definitive topic this is for you. In today's episode we covered push ups, the kind of car the host drives, his new boss in an unrelated field, and facial hair. I gave 1 star bc negative 5 wasn't an option.
  • i4USA
    Informative Info
    Very informative show from an experienced guitarist.
  • Turtle441
    Lame
    Some guitar podcasts are info driven, presenting a lot of great, detailed info. Some are more personality driven, with more emphasis on the joking around. And then there's this guy, who's by himself talking to his iPhone in his truck. Not worth your time.
  • ryguy48568
    I enjoy listening to this guy
    I usually listen on my way to work. Really enjoy the podcast. I wish more musicians did this type of thing
  • Black dart
    Love Loren's Style!!
    Loren's straight forward style is great for listening. There's no posing, posturing, or pretending with Loren. He is extremely humble and freely admits when he isn't an expert in a given area or makes a mistake. He is truly concerned about his listeners' needs, desires, and experience. He lays everything out in simple terms and always has interesting facts and opinions about the topics he covers. I'd love to hear more about acoustic guitars though Loren!! Thanks and keep up the great work!!
  • CJ who dey
    Hanging out with a guitar guy
    This podcast feels like you're just shooting the breeze with a buddy with a lot of guitar experience. I'm not huge into gear or the quest for tone like he is, but even when he spends a lot of time on that, I still enjoy listening to what he has to say. I do start each episode hitting the forward-15-seconds button about 5 times because it always takes him a good 1:20 to get through the standard intro, but it's all good from there.
  • Batarang9
    very cool
    It's like having a good friend tell you what he has found out about the guitar keep putting them out you rock !!!
  • Vault101Dude
    Great!
    Really enjoyed it!!
  • postgain
    Come here to learn and think differently
    This is the only guitar podcast to listen to as it doesn't tell you how bad your tone is and what kind of gear you need to buy to be great. This podcast lets you make your own decisions and to follow your own path with some great guidence from our humble host.
  • Fernie3000
    Inspiring
    Great info! Always something new and interesting. This show inspired me to start my own podcast a few months ago! Thanks Loren
  • 44Nifty
    Too much ambient noise
    Sounded like he was recording it in his car while he was driving.
  • WasteO$
    Enjoyable Listen
    I downloaded about 10 of these to see what it was all about. My first impression was this guy seems like someone I would hang out with but I'm not sure I want to keep listening- he talks about his kid a lot & doesn't seem to know much more about gear than I do. Maybe that episode just wasn't great because I listened to the next 9 in a row & enjoyed each one more than the last & will be downloading more
  • PiNKFL0yD
    Excellent Podcast on everything Guitar...
    Been listening for a while now... Informative and interesting, covering different topics to do with the guitar by a guy just like the rest of us (but he can play MUCH better than me.. FOR NOW..) Highly recommended show...
  • You when you were drunk.
    Review for you to view.
    This podcast is excellent and contains a lot of useful information with regard to guitars and the associated gear. Since I primarily play acoustic, a lot of the content doesn't interest me specifically, but it doesn't matter, I just want to hear about guitars. The only realy complaint I have, and I understand that it can be difficult to find time for everything, is that there aren't enough episodes to keep me going. Ideally and unrealistically, there would be two plus hours of new content daily, so I could commute & listen to The Guitar Podcast.
  • Roman5978
    Great Podcast For Everything Guitar
    A great place to gain general knowledge and insight on all things guitar related. I have learned a ton from the gear reviews, discussions and from Loren's personal opinions. Really cool to find a podcast from a guy who teaches guitar, plays in church, and still appreciates old Metallica. Well worth starting from the first podcast.
  • Bird.Hunter.Joe
    Great podcast
    This is a really fun podcast for anyone who likes and plays guitar. Its easy to listen to and the points made are useful for novices to veteran players. I like the "feel" of this podcast. It isn't preachy or negative. It is one dude sharing his opinion and I can really dig it. Good stuff.
  • Mikee101
    Can't get eough of this podcst. Always what i've wanted to listen to and more!!
    (Mike from Waukesha, WI) This is a great podcast about everyinthg guitars. Loran is a very knowledgable and respectful person. With the musical ability and knowledge he has he could be soooo arogant like other musicians I know but instead he uses his experience and passion to convey and help the listener in every way possible. I strongly recommend this podcast to anyone, starting out or experienced that has a passion for music and guitars............ Cheers,
  • Guitarguy1964
    Great podcast!
    If you love guitars you'll love this podcast! Very intelligent discussion about guitars, no fooling around! I look forward to every new episode
  • BrokenCylon
    Wewt!!!
    Wonderful podcast, I've recently reunited w/creating music...started w/keys, then I set my focus on guitar, but have been out of the loop for quite awhile...this is perfect for refreshing buried knowledge as well as acquiring new knowledge regarding gear, tone & playing styles...this guy is consistent, level headed & pleasant to listen to anytime, indeed a trooper...so Tysm man!!! Update: This guy has now been at this for two years!!! Way to go man, Ty...
  • mattnbecky
    Stands out among guitar podcasts
    I've downloaded - and subsequently deleted - dozens of guitar podcasts. Almost all fall into the same old patterns - either taking 20 minutes to say what could be said in five, or patting themselves on the back while looking down their noses at players with inferior talent or experience, or obsessing about obscure gear, or sounding like they were recorded in their mom's rec room on an iPhone. Not so Loren Hunt's Guitar Podcast. Though the host is by his own admission neither a professional tech or pro player, his podcasts are focused, concise, easy to listen to, and full of good information. I can't believe it was this hard to find a good podcast about guitar equipment and other issues (NOT a guitar lesson), but I'm really glad to have finally found this podcast! Keep it up, Loren!
  • quicksilver tim
    Excellent Podcast!
    I love this podcast for it's genuine qualities...no BS, no goofiness and sound bytes, and he's not trying to sell anything! If you love guitars and music, you can't help but enjoy this podcast. It takes a lot of time and energy to produce online media....I for one commend Loren for what he's doing. Job well done : )
  • Tele Custom
    Love this podcast
    I look forward every week to hearing something new!
  • Greentongueman
    Great info on guitars
    Very good info on music and guitars,listen up people this guy is a genius!
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