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New Interview With Sergio Hamernik of Mercury Magnetics Transformers

Posted on March 2, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Boy have I got a treat for you guys!!! As you know I am a big fan of Mercury Magnetics transformers and have been a dealer for many years now. Their products are excellent as well as their customer service. The Mercury Magnetics line is quite extensive and they will do custom pieces as well. […]

Gary Vaynerchuk’s Wine Library TV

Posted on March 1, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Hi everyone. I will be a guest on Gary Vaynerchuk’s Wine Library TV!!!! If you don’t know who Gary is just Google him and prepare to be amazed. He is best known for his expertise in the world of wines and in the world of business. Gary went to work in his father’s wine store […]

The Amp Show in Austin, Texas March 6 & 7!!!

Posted on February 28, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Don’t forget The Amp Show on March 6 & 7 in Austin, Texas!!! The Amp Show is produced by Loni Specter and I am proud to say that I am one of the sponsors of this event!!! There will be over 40 amplifier manufacturers each with their own demo room!!! There will also be a […]

Stratocaster Intonation Tip

Posted on February 27, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

If you are having trouble setting up and intonating your Stratocaster type guitar then this video can help. The magnetic pull of the pickups can mess with the string vibrations and throw off the intonation……and kill a bit of sustain. As always hit me up with any questions or leave some comments! […]

Jim Campilongo – Caravan 12-21-09!

Posted on February 26, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Here is a really cool video of Jim Campilongo performing Caravan. This was shot by DJFonzi on youtube. He only got the second half of the tune…..totally worth checking out! Love Campilongo!!!! […]

New MXR One-knob Micro Chorus

Posted on February 26, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Who likes the Chorus effect? I do for certain things but if you over-use it you can get sonically sea-sick! You know what I’m talking about…… Here is what looks like a cool Chorus pedal. One knob, gas and go as I like to say. The MXR Micro Chorus is designed with vintage “bucket brigade” […]

Live Ustream February 25, 2010 9:30pm EST

Posted on February 25, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Reminder: Live on Ustream 2-25-10 at 9:30pm EST. I’ll be talking about The Amp Show, the ZT Club Amp, V-Picks, a few brands I am starting to work with, a special give-away and taking questions especially about intonation. Click here for the 300guitars ustream channel. […]

Guitar Pickup Repair Detail

Posted on February 25, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

I had some people email me about the pickup repair video. Basically there was a question on which wire was the outside wire that you unwind to find the break in the coil. This video shows how to determine which is the outside wire. Hit me up if you need more info!! […]

Ruokangas Guitars at the 2010 NAMM Show

Posted on February 25, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Here is a great video clip of Juha and Emma of Ruokangas Guitars at the 2010 NAMM Show. There are some really great players in this clip demoing Juha’s guitars and I am honored to have been included!!! Thanks Emma and Juha!!!!! […]

Fret Buzzing – How Much is Too Much?

Posted on February 24, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Another popular email I get is about fret buzz. I get questions like what is fret buzz, where does it come from and the biggie how much is too much? I know everyone wants a great playing guitar but there are certain anomalies you have to live with and one of them is fret buzz…..but […]