Sonic Artifacts
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsSonic Artifacts is a weekly podcast bringing you the best deals in vintage musical equipment across America. Reporting from New York City, hosts Brian Chillemi and Max Braun bring you the steals Tuesdays along with in-depth interviews with the most innovative builders and musicians around the world on Fridays. Follow along @sonic_artifacts!
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Interview Series: Ruby Guitars
March 05, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week on our Interview Series we were lucky enough to sit down with Reuben Kemp of Ruby Guitars! Building out of Berlin, Germany this Englishman has made his mark with a series of super stylish instruments that lean into the off-set body lineage. We talk about the music scene in Berlin, some serious gear scores he has had over the years and of course what we can expect to see in the future from Ruby! @rubyguitars rubyguitars.co.uk/ Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicart...
Interview Series: Kochel Guitars
December 08, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week on our interview series we sit down with Sean Kochel of Kochel Guitars. Building out of Montana, Sean uses reclaimed wood from old structures to combine history and tradition. Incorporating bullets and bones - he is offering a piece of Americana history in his hand-built instruments. Not to mention Elk bone nuts! @Kochel_guitars Kochelguitars.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Gear Ant
November 10, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Elad M. of Gear Ant. Building out of Brooklyn New York, his unique pedal designs along with wild custom artwork on pre-existing pedals makes what he does truly special. We talk about how to make the most of the limited space NYC offers along with some of new designs! @gear_ant gearant.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: M.B. Guitars
September 29, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Mike Bowes of M.B. Guitars. Building out of South East Kent, England, his Pre-CBS Fender inspired instruments have quickly gained attention due to their incredible build quality, tone and natural looking relicing. We dig into his building history, his passion for vintage instruments and get the scoop on exciting new things to come from M.B. Guitars! @mbguitarsuk mbguitars.co.uk/ Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts ...
Interview Series: Emil Amos
August 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with musician, composer and podcaster Emil Amos. We get deep into the history of library music, sampling and his colorful musical past playing with Grails, OM and so many more. His latest soundtrack project - Zone Black - is out now on Drag City Records! @holy_sons Personal Prison II https://www.dragcity.com/products/zone-black Drifter Sympathy Podcast Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: James Kaye
July 28, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with James Kaye. Building out of Detroit, Michigan – James is an artist who creates the coolest one-of-a-kind custom harmonica microphones out there! This is our first dip into the world of harmonica related gear and microphones for that matter. We talk about his fine art background, his many businesses and even his stint on reality television! @jameskayeartist jameskayeartist.com facebook.com/james.kwiatkowski.7 alpha6corporation.com Supp...
Interview Series: Sankey Guitars
July 14, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Michael Sankey of Sankey Guitars. Building out of Ottawa Canada, Michael has created some the most unique and artistically designed custom guitars out there. We go deep into his Live Edge Series as well hear the secrets behind his one-of-a-kind Bibelot, which brings the acoustic guitar and a grand piano together in a way that we have never ever seen - or heard! Sankeyguitars.com @sankey_guitars Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr....
Interview Series: Cory Hanson
June 30, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with the prolific Cory Hanson to talk about his new album Western Cum out now on Drag City Records. Built around his desert island amp, this heady ride of a record delivers some serious tonal riffage and beautiful songs. Tune in to hear about Cory’s choice gear, the recording process and how it all got started for him. Pre-Order Cory Hanson’s Western Cum @c0ryhans0n @dragcityrecords Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifac...
Interview Series: FSC Instruments & Henry Amplification
June 16, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week of our Interview Series we sit down with Farhad Soheili of FSC Instruments and J.P. Henry of Henry Amplification. These two East Coast builders have come together to offer a very cool spin on the classic Fender Bassman but with so much more… We dig deep into the new FSC Custom 50 amplifier. We had a great time catching up with Farhad along with getting to know J.P. Henry and his amps! @henryamplification henryamps.com @fscguitars fscinstruments.com Support the show @sonic_a...
Interview Series: Ciara Guitars
June 02, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Jonathan Spangler - CEO and Founder of Ciari Guitars. With the goal from the start to make a premium travel guitar, Ciari has succeeded in a truly unique design that is gig-ready, stylish and made for convenient transport. @Ciariguitars https://ciariguitars.com Ascender Ambassador Signup – Ciari Guitars Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Ciari Guitars
June 02, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Jonathan Spangler - CEO and Founder of Ciari Guitars. With the goal from the start to make a premium travel guitar, Ciari has succeeded in a truly unique design that is gig-ready, stylish and made for convenient transport. @Ciariguitars https://ciariguitars.com Ascender Ambassador Signup – Ciari Guitars Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep12: Week of May 22nd, 2023
May 23, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBS3 Ep12: Single of The Week Cory Hanson's "Ghost Ship" off his upcoming new album Western Cum on @dragcityrecords - out today! Drenched with guitars, this sonic bliss of a song is wrapped in vulnerability and rings true like 1970's rock at its best. Western Cum out June 23rd @dragcityrecords Pre-Order Cory Hanson’s Western Cum @c0ryhans0n Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: The Brooklyn Guitar Show
May 19, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Eric Cocco of Labella Strings and James Carbonetti of Carbonetti Guitars to talk about their upcoming event The Brooklyn Guitar Show! If you’re in the NYC area head over to @babysalright Sunday, May 28th from 11am – 6:30pm. Check out the links below for updates on all the new builders being added! *Tickets are $10 at the door and the bar is open! @thebrooklynguitarshow / thebrooklynguitarshow.com @labellastrings / labella.com @carbo...
S3: Ep11 Week of May 8th, 2023
May 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBSKORTS guitar player Char guests on this week’s episode and shoots the deals! Single of The Week – SKORTS Cyclops Girlfriend Check out the debut release from NYC based, SKORTS. Produced, mixed and mastered by Teddy O'Mara of Sir Chloe, the track features driving psyche guitars and haunted powerhouse vocals. The drums and bass were recorded live at RCR (Red Convertible Recording) in Williamsburg. Guitars and vocals were recorded in SKORTS rehearsal space in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Cyclops Gi...
Interview Series: David Ross Musical Instruments
May 05, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with David Ross of David Ross Musical Instruments. Working out of Binghamton, NY David has been repairing instruments since 2008 and now has an exciting new line of guitar pedals! Check out his kickstarter now for his new pedal Spellbook - links below! Kickstarter for new Spellbook pedal! @davidrossmusicalinstruments Youtube davidrossmusicalinstruments.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]...
S3 Ep10: Week of April 24th, 2023
April 25, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBSupport the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Fazio Electric
April 21, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Colleen Fazio of Fazio Electric. Originally from the Midwest, Colleen offers tube amplifier services to the Los Angeles area as well making very rad and informative repair videos! We talk amps, amps, amps and even her custom build “The Woody 15”. @fazioelectric fazioelectric.com youtube.com/fazioelectric Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep9: Week of April 10th, 2023
April 11, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB10% off your next purchase: stewmac.com/sonicartifacts Vox Teen Beat The Complete Collection-1965-1967 Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: StewMac
April 07, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Erick Coleman and Gene Imbody from StewMac whose love of all things guitars is undeniable and infectious! Located in Athens, Ohio, StewMac has been providing every luthier tool you need since 1968. We talk about the philosophy of the company, exciting new aftermarket products and their next step into European distribution. Check out the affiliate link for 10% StewMac products: http://stewmac.sjv.io/AWoqM1 Stewmac.com @ stewmac_guitar...
S3 Ep8: Week of March 27th, 2023
March 28, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBBrooklyn Guitar show - May 28th at Baby's Alright Gofundme for @cindyguitars!! Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: BLAMMO! Electronics
March 24, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Dan Adamson, founder of BLAMMO! Electronics. Pedals are a serious business but with wild graphics and cool tweaks on classics BLAMMO! is bringing the fun back! Building out of Portland since 2018, this self-described solder jokey is always tinkering so go check out his wide range of pedals now! Breakdown of Cuban Engineering video! blammoelectronics.com @blammo_electronics Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts ...
S3 Ep7: Week of March 13th, 2023
March 14, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWE ANNOUNCE THE WINNER OF OUR RAFFLE FOR THE ARTIFACT PEDAL - MOUNTAIN FACE! https://www.forbes.com/sites/pamwindsor/2021/07/30/gibson-launches-new-record-label-with-slash-as-first-featured-artist/?sh=7d10b1aa789f Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Milkman Sound
March 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Tim Marcus of Milkman Sound! Building out of San Francisco since 2011, Milkman focuses on high-head room tube amps in custom colors and light weight cabinets. We go deep into Tim’s love of tremolo and breakdown his specially designed harmonic tremolo! @milkmansound Milkmansound.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep6: Week of July 27th, 2023
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBwww.frettedamericana.com/product/1967-gibson-melody-maker-iii Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep6: Week of February 27th, 2023
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBwww.frettedamericana.com/product/1967-gibson-melody-maker-iii Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Artifacts Pedals
February 24, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Holger Thorsin of Artifacts Pedals! His stylishly tough looking pedals are hand built in the woods of Sormland, Sweden with a philosophy focusing on NOS parts and beautiful circuit layouts! Check out his rad bands, pedals and sign up for our exclusive raffle to win a limited run Mountain Face fuzz pedal! artifactpedals.com @artifact_pedals @eyesoftheoak @houseofobskyr Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts Sonic...
S3 Ep5: Week of February 13th, 2023
February 14, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBhttps://www.premierguitar.com/news/mojotone-fender-licensed-blonde-bassman https://www.mashinonyc.com/ https://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_base/Characteristics_and_Value_of_Catalpa_Wood.html Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Todd Novak of The Guitar Knobs Podcast
February 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBThis week on our Interview Series we have the pleasure of sitting down with fellow gear podcaster Todd Novak – Host of The Guitar Knobs Podcast! With awesome guests, rad segments and star a studded crew assisting in hosting – The Guitar Knobs Podcast is a super fun and informative gear show everyone should check out! @guitarknobs guitarknobs.com facebook.com/thevillaintinos Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep4: Week of February 6th, 2023
February 06, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBCheck out all the deals over at linktr.ee/sonicartifacts . guitarworld.com - ZETA GUITAR Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep3: Week of January 30th, 2023
January 30, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBSupport the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Mellotron
January 27, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBThis week of our Interview Series we sit down with Markus Resch of Mellotron! Sparked by an idea formed in the US, popularized in the UK and now built out of Stockholm Sweden – the Mellotron has been a mysterious, elusive and true studio gem for decades. With their new line of digital mellotrons featuring raw sound samples from the master tapes this rare piece of gear is now accessible to you and I! www.mellotron.com digitalmellontron.com @mellotronfactory Support the show @sonic_arti...
S3 Ep2: Week of January 16th, 2022
January 17, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBThis week we have a special guest host Josh Pannepacker from Season 1! With Max out of the country we took the opportunity to catch up since his move from Thanks Mom Studios in Philly to his new studio in North Hollywood, CA. Josh provides some killer deals, sonic insights and of course some laughs. @joshonsound FREE PLUGINS! Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S3 Ep2: Week of January 16th, 2023
January 17, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBThis week we have a special guest host Josh Pannepacker from Season 1! With Max out of the country we took the opportunity to catch up since his move from Thanks Mom Studios in Philly to his new studio in North Hollywood, CA. Josh provides some killer deals, sonic insights and of course some laughs. @joshonsound FREE PLUGINS! Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Reverend Guitars
January 13, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBThis week of our Interview Series we sit down with Ken Haas, CEO of Reverend Guitars. Based out of Toledo, OH - Reverend Guitars has been in business since 1997. We discuss vintage guitars, how the industry has changed over the last 25 years and working with factories overseas. Reverend makes affordably awesome instruments and boasts an artist roster that includes Mike Watts and Billy Corgan to say the least! @reverendguitars @Haas.ken reverendguitars.com Support the show @sonic_artifa...
S3 Ep1: Week of January 2nd, 2023
January 03, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBhttps://www.ultimate-guitar.com/articles/features/what_will_2023_hold_for_guitar_gear_enthusiasts-143981 Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Vintage Synthesizer Museum
December 23, 2022 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBThis week on our Interview Series we have the pleasure of sitting down with Lance Hill, Curator, of Los Angeles’s own Vintage Synthesizer Museum! Located in the Highland Park Neighborhood of LA - VSM’s collection is truly mind blowing and totally accessible to you and I. We talk Craigslist steals, his move from Oakland and of course all things vintage synths! @vintagesynthesizermuseum vintagesynthesizermuseum.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts SonicArtifact...
S2 Ep41: Week of December 19th, 2022
December 20, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWurlitzer model 120 Electronic Piano https://youtu.be/u0P7buW0178 Gibson GA-100 Review/Demo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI1KP8X8MUg Follow the deals on our linktree! Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S2 Ep40: Week of December 12, 2022
December 13, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this week's show we are stoked to share our Single of The Week : The Men's killer new cut God Bless the USA from their upcoming album. The tune is a total ripper and a total blast. We had singer / guitarist Nick Chiericozzi on for Season 1 - you can really hear that Marshall plexi in action he was talking about! The Men's new album New York City comes out February 2023 on Fuzz Club Records. wearethemen.blogspot.com @wearethemenbk Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicarti...
S2 Ep39: Week of November 28th, 2022
November 29, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBhttps://guitar.com/news/music-news/publisher-admits-bob-dylans-new-book-wasnt-signed-by-artist/ Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Science of Sound
November 23, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBWe have a special guest this week on our Interview Series –our very own Pacific North-West Correspondent Cody Lane! Coming to us from Edmonds, Washington Cody contributes some awesome deals to our weekly show as well as being a great supporter. Cody has launched his own podcast - Science of Sound - and is a true lover of all things gear. @scienceofsoundofficial/ Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S2 Ep38: Week of November 14th, 2022
November 15, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBhttps://www.guitarworld.com/news/kurt-cobain-1973-fender-mustang-sells-for-nearly-500000 https://plek.com/ https://dice.fm/event/7lr2p-taxi-gauche-records-label-showcase-mary-vision-kyle-avallone-chillemi-sam-himself-4th-dec-the-sultan-room-new-york-tickets Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Rock N Roll Relics
November 11, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Billy Rowe, founder of Rock n Roll Relics. Coming to us from Los Angeles, CA his vintage inspired guitars and basses are some of the coolest we have seen. Not to mention the relic jobs are incredible and some big names like Billy Joe Armstrong from Green Day, Glen Campbell and so many others have taken notice. We talk gear, music, touring and of course the building process! rocknrollrelics.net @rnrrelics Support the show @sonic_artifact...
S2 Ep37: Week of November 7th, 2022
November 08, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBhttps://www.guitarworld.com/news/paul-davids-nuclear-power-plant-reverb https://www.instagram.com/reel/CgwyogjAI9A/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Dan Ford Drums
October 28, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBWe are very excited this week to sit down with Dan Ford of Dan Ford Drums for our Interview Series! The first drum builder we have had on, Dan builds out of Sonoma County, California. Combining his lifelong love of drums and 20 years of woodworking he makes beautifully articulate sounding and looking handmade kits. Danforddrums.com @danforddrums Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S2 Ep36: Week of October 17th, 2022
October 18, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBhttps://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/msg/7538598247.html https://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/msg/7546645139.html https://neworleans.craigslist.org/msg/d/new-orleans-vintage-1978-fender/7537049582.html https://neworleans.craigslist.org/msg/d/kenner-60th-anniversary-classic-player/7541121090.html https://austin.craigslist.org/msg/7546503187.html https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/msg/7543402667.html https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/msg/7542048517.html https://waco.craigslist.org/msg/d/...
Interview Series: Madrid Guitars
October 14, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThis week of our Interview Series we sit down with Brandon Madrid of Madrid Guitars. Building out of San Diego, CA - Brandon is a master luthier with 20 years of experience and a hell of a nice guy. With years on the road as a guitar tech for bands like The Shins and Spoon, Brandon focused on making his guitars tough. He offers a unique line of basses and guitars packed with his own brew of customs pickups along with a full service repair shop. @madridguitars madridguitars.com Suppor...
S2 Ep35: Week of October 3rd, 2021
October 04, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB@sonic_artifacts Linktr.ee/SonicArtifacts Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
Interview Series: Salt Mastering
September 30, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBThis week on our Interview Series we sit down with Paul Gold of Salt Mastering. Paul works out of his analogue studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn and has provided mastering to acts like Pavement, The Rapture, LCD Sound System. We talk about the history of mastering and dig deep into his custom built “Shaker Desk”, which has finally come to completion after 15 years! @saltmastering saltmastering.com Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]
S2 Ep34: Week of September, 19th 2022
September 20, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB@sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts FENDER RISING PRICES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YSDM6sjRR8 https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/msg/d/los-angeles-1959-danelectro-convertible/7528389950.html https://louisville.craigslist.org/msg/d/louisville-mjt-loaded-honeyburst/7530783174.html https://louisville.craigslist.org/msg/d/elizabethtown-benson-monarch-head/7533989397.html https://providence.craigslist.org/msg/d/attleboro-sovtek-mig60-tube-amp-serviced/7515740168.html http...
Interview Series: Jeff Schoen
September 16, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBThis week of our Interview Series we sit down with songwriter and session keyboardist Jeff Schoen. Jeff cut his teeth around Brooklyn as a teenager in the late 1960’s and earned enough of a reputation to get the call of a lifetime to go on tour with Wilson Pickett. Tune in for some great stories from the road and of course vintage keyboard talk! Juke Joint Support the show @sonic_artifacts linktr.ee/sonicartifacts [email protected]