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Life With Strings Attached

Jamie Gale
Guitar Making
Music Industry
Music
Craftsmanship
Guitar
Lutherie
Creativity
Guitar Design
Innovation
Acoustic Guitars
Artistry
Luthier
Acoustic Instruments
Guitar Technology
Vintage Guitars
Rock and Roll
Lutherie Mentorship
Guitar Building
Tim Warnock
Visual Effects

Everything in life is better understood if you can learn to see the strings attached.

Life With Strings Attached is a long-form conversation series hosted by Jamie Gale that explores the people, ideas, and disciplines shaping the evolving world of the guitar.

Drawing on decades of experience across touring, retail, distribution, manufacturing, education, consulting, and global cultural exchange,... more

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My guest today is Jerome Little, founder of Torzal Guitars and the mind behind the Natural Twist.

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Today's guest is luthier and architect Simon Padalka, a guitar maker with few peers.

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In this episode, I speak with Lisbon-based artist, musician, and instrument designer André Gonçalves of ADDAC System.

For sixteen years, André has explored modular synthesis, experimental music, and the physical interfaces that make electronic sound... more

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In this episode, I sit down with Chris Griffiths, someone I’ve known for nearly twenty-five years and whose remarkable career I’ve had the opportunity to see unfold firsthand.

Chris opened his first guitar shop at nineteen, trained as a guitar maker... more

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Recent Guests

Markus Spohn
Co-owner/Incoming leader at Tom Anderson Guitarworks
Tom Anderson Guitarworks
Episode: Tom Anderson & Markus Spohn | Passing the Torch at Anderson Guitarworks
David Sutkin
Founder of Bass UpFront and collector known for his Bass UpFront Studio and deep involvement in bass culture
Bass UpFront
Episode: David Sutkin | What 350 Basses Taught Me About Craft, Collecting & the World's Best Luthiers
Sheldon Dingwall
Revolutionary guitar maker and founder of Dingwall Guitars
Dingwall Guitars
Episode: Biography | The Story of Sheldon Dingwall
Rob Turner
Founder of EMG Pickups
EMG Pickups
Episode: 50 Years of EMG | Rob Turner on Metallica, Active Pickups & the Black Box
Tom Anderson
Founder, Tom Anderson GuitarWorks
Tom Anderson GuitarWorks
Episode: Biography | The Story of Tom Anderson
Eli Lester
Co-owner and CEO of 2-Rock divided by 13
2-Rock divided by 13
Episode: The Obsession Behind 2-Rock | Eli Lester
James Trussart
Guitar maker and innovator
Self-employed / Studio in Echo Park
Episode: Biography | The Story of James Trussart
Linnea Sundberg
Guest; intersection of music, technology, and the evolving artist economy
United Masters
Episode: The New Music Industry | Linnea Sundberg
Michihiro Matsuda
Guitar maker, founder of Matsuda Guitars
Matsuda Guitars
Episode: The Guitar as Art, Not Just a Tool | Michihiro Matsuda

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Jamie Gale
Host and interviewer focused on exploring guitar design, culture, and industry dynamics.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • AI Shill

    Trash proponent of AI and anti-artist, pro corporation capitalist bootlicker. Pass on this never-been

    Apple Podcasts
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    FValdez
    United States3 months ago
  • Stop the umhuh umhuh umhuh

    I enjoy the content but not the host. Jamie is pompous and interrupting to guests. Stop with the umhum,, umhum,,,umhum. Constantly, no one needs you constant approval. Good guest terrible host. Remove.

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    kpro65
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of craft and industry context, with guests who share technical detail and personal storytelling.

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Biography | The Story of Ervin Somogyi
Q: How did you end up becoming a guitar maker despite your early life and family expectations?
A combination of curiosity, practical experimentation, and opportunities that arose when I least expected them—starting with fixing guitars for income, then meeting an influential player who requested a custom instrument, and gradually formalizing a workshop and apprenticeship approach.
50 Years of EMG | Rob Turner on Metallica, Active Pickups & the Black Box
Q: Do you view EMG as a heavy metal-focused brand or a versatile option for many players?
While heavy metal players embraced EMG early on, the technology is designed to be versatile across genres; the choice of tone depends on the player, amp, and setup rather than the pickup alone.
50 Years of EMG | Rob Turner on Metallica, Active Pickups & the Black Box
Q: What was the market response in the early NAMM shows and how did it shape the company?
Early shows built relationships with players and builders, showing that the product could deliver in live and studio contexts, which helped EMG transition from a niche idea to a staple in professional setups.
50 Years of EMG | Rob Turner on Metallica, Active Pickups & the Black Box
Q: How do EMG pickups achieve clarity and low mid-range emphasis compared to traditional humbuckers?
By separating the coils, increasing coil height, and controlling mutual inductance, the design reduces mid-range buildup and produces a cleaner, more defined sound suitable for high-gain contexts while maintaining on-board preamp control.
50 Years of EMG | Rob Turner on Metallica, Active Pickups & the Black Box
Q: How did EMG get started with the idea of an active pickup, and what problem were you trying to solve?
I wanted to eliminate hum and buzz, reduce noise, and create a low-impedance output that could run long cables cleanly, while keeping a compact, battery-powered package on the guitar itself.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life With Strings Attached

What is Life With Strings Attached about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This long-form interview series centers on the guitar and the people who shape its design, culture, and business. Across episodes, listeners hear about hands-on craft, innovative manufacturing, and the evolving artist economy—from luthiers and boutique amp builders to educators and industry leaders. The conversations frequently reveal how craft, storytelling, and technology intersect, offering practical insights for makers, retailers, and brand builders while highlighting unique philosophies, mentorship networks, and the social dynamics of the instrument world. A standout pattern is the show's ability to connect artisanal craft with broader trends—from AI and platform economics to sustainability and community-building—creating a rich primer... more

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6. Eli Lester
7. James Trussart
8. Linnea Sundberg

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