Best Allison Amp Ian Podcasts (2024)

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170 - Our favorite amps & cabs in 2024 1:01:14

1h ago1:01:14

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You might have an expensive custom shop bass and all the boutique stompboxes in the world, but you’ll still need a great bass amp to achieve your dream tone. In this video, we’re looking at some of the greatest amps, pedals and cabinets of 2024, handpicked by the SBL team – including tube, solid-state and preamp pedals! Here’s what we think are the…

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169 - Is the Bass Amp FINALLY DEAD?! (In ear monitor takeover?) 57:59

1d ago57:59

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Let’s clear this up from the start – we LOVE bass amps, big stacks of speakers coupled with loud, monstrous amplifier heads. We want to feel the air move as we play! But when you’re a gigging bassist, one of the biggest struggles we face is the endless battle with the onstage sound. In this podcast, we’re asking if there’s a future for bass amplifi…

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What Does It Mean to Live a Good Life? Filmmakers, Writers, Visionaries & Educators Share their Stories 15:14

15d ago15:14

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What does it mean to live a good life? How can the arts help us learn to speak the language of the Earth and cultivate our intuitive intelligence? What is the power of mentorship for forging character and creative vision? How can we hold onto our cultural heritage and traditions, while preparing students for the needs of the 21st century? Alan Poul…

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168- Why Headless Basses Suck 42:18

16d ago42:18

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Headless basses were two a penny in the 1980s and 1990s, and nowadays they tend to look pretty embarrassing. But we like crazy-looking gear, in case you hadn’t noticed! So, whether you love them or loathe them, if you’ve always dreamed of wielding a headless bass, then we urge you to watch today’s video!…

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167 - Dirk Lance: The ICONIC bass lines of early Incubus 56:59

30d ago56:59

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We’ve got some good news for you today. Dirk Lance, a co-founding member of platinum rock band Incubus, is here to break down some of his greatest bass lines. We also asked him about his ’65 Jazz Bass and why he went from a Fender P Bass Special to a Warwick 10-string! It's the ultimate inspiration to pick up your bass this week.…

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166- Was G&L Leo Fender’s biggest MISTAKE? 46:38

1M ago46:38

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After he sold Fender and exited his collaboration with Music Man, Leo Fender founded a brand-new company that would play host to his final electric guitar and bass innovations. Leo called G&L Guitars the best instruments he ever made – the problem was that by the time he formed his new line of instruments, his accomplishments in the music industry …

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How Toxic Relationships Shape Us - MEAGHAN OPPENHEIMER - Highlights 18:03

2M ago18:03

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“Often when people write or make movies about romances with young adults, I think they are very flippant about it and don't take it seriously. But I think that those friendships and romantic relationships are some of the most important ones because they really set the stage for the rest of our lives. If your first relationship is incredibly toxic a…

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165-Why learning scales is NOT the answer to knowing your fretboard 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

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Finally, a video that dispels some of the myths about achieving bass guitar fretboard mastery - like having to learn ALL of the notes in the Hungarian minor scale! In this episode, Scott and Ian reveal how they solved their fretboard woes, their newfound love for headless basses, and the simple steps you can take to elevate your own bass playing.…

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#5 - Finding your voice with Blu DeTiger 42:45

2M ago42:45

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In episode five of The Aguilar Podcast, we had the chance to sit down with bassist, singer-songwriter, and DJ Blu DeTiger! Blu has had an exciting year, from releasing her first solo album, to performing at Lollapalooza, to releasing her brand-new signature bass! She shares stories, bass tips and tricks, and so much more!…

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164- Anderson .Paak’s Secret Bass Weapon: Kelsey Gonzalez 48:17

2M ago48:17

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In today’s video, we asked Kelsey González to name the bass lines that helped define his career with American singer, drummer, and record producer Anderson Paak. You’ll hear nuances to his bass lines you never noticed before – and probably rush home to grab your bass!By Scott's Bass Lessons

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Tell Me Lies w/ Creator, Writer, Exec. Producer MEAGHAN OPPENHEIMER 49:11

2M ago49:11

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What is love? How do the friendships and relationships we have early in our lives affect us for years to come? Meaghan Oppenheimer is a screenwriter, executive producer, and showrunner who tells stories driven by flawed, deeply human characters and the relationships between them. She’s behind Hulu’s drama series Tell Me Lies, starring Grace Van Pat…

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163 - The Genius Bass Lines of Tony Franklin 1:18:46

2M ago1:18:46

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In today’s video, we asked Tony Franklin to dig into the fretless bass lines that helped define his long resume of gigs with artists such as Blue Murder, The Firm, and Whitesnake. We asked him about his time with Kate Bush, the history behind his allegiance to the Fender Precision and why he feels "liberated” playing an unlined fretless bass.…

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#4 - Being Undeniable with Ben Carr (Carrtoons) 1:01:05

3M ago1:01:05

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In episode four of The Aguilar Podcast, we got a chance to sit down with Bassist and Producer Ben Carr aka Carrtoons! Ben goes deep on his approach to bass playing, beat making, collaboration, and so much more!By Aguilar Amplification

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162 - 6-String Basses: Pros and (mostly) CONS? 1:13:47

3M ago1:13:47

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In this podcast, Ian and Sharon explore the highs and lows of playing a six-string bass, from the extra range it offers to the challenges of controlling those extra strings. They share their favorite models, riffs, and tips for anyone curious about diving into six-string territory. Curious about why they think every bassist should try one? Tune in …

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161 - Is Toxicity costing you the gig? 1:10:33

3M ago1:10:33

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If you’re in any sort of environment that’s become toxic, chances are you’ve been bending and flexing for a while to try to make it work. It’s no different in a band. While the audience might not always see it, the band always feels it. In this video, Sharon and Ian talk through some of the common pitfalls to avoid.…

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160 - The HIDDEN Genius behind Bob Marley’s Bass Lines (6 ICONIC examples) 1:03:10

3M ago1:03:10

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Throughout the 1970s until Bob Marley’s last sessions and live shows in late 1980, the bass lines of Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett played a primary role in introducing the sound of reggae’s one-drop rhythm to audiences around the world. His full-bodied bass tone was a signature part of the Wailers sound! From Get Up Stand Up, to One Drop and beyond, i…

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#3 - Playing like a Producer Featuring Lex Sadler 55:17

4M ago55:17

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In episode three of “The Aguilar Podcast,” we got a chance to sit down with Bassist, MD, Producer Lex Sadler! Lex shares a wealth of wisdom and stories about his approach to electric and key-bass playing, takes us inside “Producer Monday’s”, one of the staple improv jams in NYC, and so much more!By Aguilar Amplification

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159 - The Bassist Behind Blackstar: The Tim Lefebvre Interview 41:58

4M ago41:58

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Tim Lefebvre has had a career that Forest Gump would envy. As a bassist, he’s provided the punch for Sting, David Bowie, The Black Crowes, Elvis Costello, Empire of the Sun, Wayne Krantz and Knower. So today we’re diving into the genius of Tim Lefebvre, what makes his bass playing so iconic and how you can bottle a little bit of that magic for your…

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Making Impactful Films with Oscar & Emmy-winning Director SHARMEEN OBAID-CHINOY - Highlights 10:29

4M ago10:29

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“As a filmmaker, I've always made films about extraordinary women whose lives are faced with extenuating circumstances who've had adversity thrown at them and who've risen to the occasion. And when I began to look at Diane's story, for me, Diane is a fashion designer, but she's so much more. Her central ethos is woman before fashion, and we felt it…

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DIANE VON FURSTENBERG: Woman in Charge w/ Oscar-winning Director SHARMEEN OBAID-CHINOY 37:47

4M ago37:47

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How can we free ourselves from fear and social barriers to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives? What does it take to overcome trauma and turn it into triumph, and failure into reinvention? How can we shine a light on the marginalized and misunderstood to create social change that transforms the lives of women? Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is an Osca…

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158 - The Mount Rushmore of SLAP Bass 1:05:17

4M ago1:05:17

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There are so many cool slap bass players out there, but who are the truly great ones? In this video, we round up some of the best slap bassists to have laid down stone cold grooves and mesmerizing double and triple-slap technique on some of music's biggest and best loved tracks. In this episode: Who invented slap bass? What's the best ever slap bas…

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157 - Human vs. AI ... is real bass DEAD?! 57:44

4M ago57:44

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AI is already here, tempting everyone in music with a previously unimaginable menu of cheat codes. As the potential continues to unfold, Sharon and Ian reveal their newfound love for Logic Pro’s latest AI features. In this episode: Is AI a genuine threat to real bass players? Logic Pro 11 AI Session Players: Love, or Hate? Can AI trigger a scrunche…

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#2 - Exploring Cabinet IRs 24:24

5M ago24:24

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In episode two of “The Aguilar Podcast,” our own Jordan Cortese and Pete Iannitto dig into the new cabinet IRs featured in our AG and Tone Hammer amplifiers. Join us as we learn the backstory of creating the Aguilar IR library, how IRs play into the modern bassist’s gigging and recording life, and much more!…

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156 - I was WRONG?! 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

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Some bass players love to double down on a bad idea. And though we once bristled at the notion that there could ever be such a thing as a wrong musical opinion, we’ve since come to accept that there is such a thing. We know because we had one! Scott was colossally wrong about the Fender Precision AND slap bass! In this episode, Scott and Ian reveal…

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155 - The 5 BIG Mistakes I Made on My Journey Of Bass (it was PAINFUL!) 51:45

5M ago51:45

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Whether you’re an established bass player looking to add to your library of skills, a total novice picking up the bass for the first time or you're heading back to school and want to take your four-string skills to another level, there are five common mistakes that nearly every bassist will make on their learning journey. In today’s episode Scott w…

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#1 - "What's the best amp... for me!?" Featuring Ian Martin Allison 42:59

5M ago42:59

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Episode 1 of the new Aguilar Podcast! Our own Jordan Cortese got a chance to sit down with Ian Martin Allison to check out our new AG and Tone Hammer amplifiers! They dig into the backstory, the specs, play some bass, and share a few laughs along the way. We're so excited to share the podcast with you! In future episodes we'll be featuring some of …

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154 - Jon Button breaks down his favorite bass lines 29:33

5M ago29:33

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In the episode of "The Bass Lines That Made Me," Jon Button shares enlightening reflections on his early experiences as a bass player. Throughout the episode, Jon delves into the profound impact of iconic musicians such as Miles Davis, Weather Report, Marvin Gaye, and Journey, shedding light on the pivotal bass lines that have significantly influen…

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153 - The 12 Ugliest Basses of ALL TIME 42:56

6M ago42:56

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Bass guitars are beautiful and they can make anyone look good, but during its 70-year history there have been a few that are gloriously gaudy or just plain ugly (Precision Bass Lyte, anyone?!) In this episode we’ve set out to name and shame some of the ugliest bass guitars of all time! In this episode: Does Ernie Ball make the world’s ugliest bass …

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