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40 Watt Podcast

40 Watt Podcast
Guitar Pedals
NAMM
Fretboard Summit
True Fire
Summer School Electronics
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Music Education
Music Industry
Music Gear
Guitar Pickups
Music
Grez Guitars
Guitar Effects Pedals
Great Eastern FX
Media Industry
Tap Tempo
Aviate Audio
Guitar Playing
Guitar Education
Pedal Building

In 40 Watt Podcast you can find commentary, interviews, and news in the music world. We'll discuss guitars, amps, effects and how they are used and influence the music around us and the music of the past.

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Recent Guests

Ken Haas
Representative of Reverend Guitars
Reverend Guitars
Episode: The Real Reason Guitars Get Built in Korea, Not America | S6E20 w/ Ken Haas from Reverend
Perfecto Decastro
Guitarist, educator, and content creator
Independent musician and YouTuber
Episode: Losing Guitar and Finding It Again | S6E18 w/ Perfecto Decastro
Joe Branton
Guest from the Guitar Nerds Podcast
Guitar Nerds Podcast
Episode: Why Oasis Is Huge in the UK (and Nobody in America Cares) | S6E17 w/ Guitar Nerds Podcast
JD Short
Guest from the Guitar Nerds Podcast
Guitar Nerds Podcast
Episode: Why Oasis Is Huge in the UK (and Nobody in America Cares) | S6E17 w/ Guitar Nerds Podcast
Dan Pechacek
Engineer and founder of Old Blood Noise Endeavors
Old Blood Noise Endeavors
Episode: Designing the Unknown | S6E15 w/ Dan Pechacek of Old Blood Noise Endeavors
Adam Johnson
From Cover Band Confidential
Cover Band Confidential
Episode: The $2K Guitar Rig Survival Challenge | S6E14 | Adam Johnson from Cover Band Confidential
Levi Clay
Professional transcriber, guitarist, and educator
Self-employed / Levi Clay
Episode: You’re Learning Guitar Wrong | S6E13 | w/ Levi Clay
Barton McGuire
Founder/designer at Cosmodio Instruments
Cosmodio Instruments
Episode: Good Tone is Killing Your Creativity | S6E12 | Barton McGuire of Cosmodio Instruments
Matt Schofield
Guitarist and bandleader
Independent musician
Episode: Blues, Improvisation, and the Art of Playing Live | S6E11 | Matt Schofield

Host

Philip Watters
Host of 40 Watt Podcast; engages deeply on gear, tone, and industry dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • Angus Clark

    New to the pod, saw TSO for first time in Dallas 2025. Incredible is not strong enough to describe, but when angus came into the crowd and gave me a fist pump, that sealed the deal for best concert ever, and at age 65, I've seen everyone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    james from waco
    United States7 months ago
  • Talks more than quest.

    Ok show, but he talks twice as much as his guests. Answers the questions for them half the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Regular user 10
    United States2 years ago
  • Very informative and chill

    Love this man!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edman9
    United States2 years ago
  • Very interesting content and guests

    I have been binging episodes and really like what I have heard so far. The host and guests have great knowledge and passion for music and guitars. There have been some great guests on the show. The host does have opinions as do we all! However, they don’t seem to be overbearing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoff.D
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Informative and fun

    Great player, fantastic guests and reliably good content and discussions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The good doctor of Wooster
    United States3 years ago

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Some reviews note the host occasionally dominates conversation.
Many find the content informative and gear‑centric with strong community vibes.
Fans appreciate accessible but expert discussions on gear and live playing.
Listeners enjoy the balance of gear insight with personal stories from guests.
Listeners praise the host's interview skills and guest variety.

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The Real Reason Guitars Get Built in Korea, Not America | S6E20 w/ Ken Haas from Reverend
Q: Why did Reverend choose manufacturing in Korea, and how do you manage global production and quality control?
Ken describes partnering with a three-generation Korean manufacturer, Wave Products for pickups, and Mere Music for assembly, arguing that quality comes from design, consistent setup, and a robust local team; the US-based final setup ensures guitars ship ready to play, bridging international production with domestic QC.
The Real Reason Guitars Get Built in Korea, Not America | S6E20 w/ Ken Haas from Reverend
Q: How did you get into guitar, and how did you transition into building guitars?
Ken explains that he initially connected with Reverend through working with Joe Naylor in Detroit, grew into involvement via sales and hands-on experiences at NAMM, and ultimately joined Rev full-time as sales director before taking ownership with his partner Penny, by leveraging artist relations and dealer networks.
Good Tone is Killing Your Creativity | S6E12 | Barton McGuire of Cosmodio Instruments
Q: How did you get into guitar?
I started with a love for pedals, studied music and electronics, and gradually moved from playing in bands to designing and building pedals, eventually founding Cosmodio Instruments after a push from a friend who encouraged me to pursue it full-time.
“If Everyone Loves It… I’ve Failed.” | S6E9 | Markus Reeves on Fuzz, Identity & Gatekeeping
Q: If you could go back to yourself as a younger player, what would you change?
He would have picked up the acoustic guitar sooner.
“If Everyone Loves It… I’ve Failed.” | S6E9 | Markus Reeves on Fuzz, Identity & Gatekeeping
Q: What is something old school that we should protect at all costs?
Handmade instruments.

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The show centers on guitars, amps, pedals, and gear culture, balancing gear reviews with conversations about performance, education, and the music industry. Episodes frequently feature builders, makers, educators, and seasoned players who share practical insights on design, tone, live rigs, and the evolving gear landscape. A standout is the host's deep enthusiasm for gear history and community, which often leads to entertaining deep dives, cross‑industry perspectives, and practical takeaways for players and makers alike.

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1. Dipped In Tone
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Recent guests on 40 Watt Podcast include:

1. Ken Haas
2. Perfecto Decastro
3. Joe Branton
4. JD Short
5. Dan Pechacek
6. Adam Johnson
7. Levi Clay
8. Barton McGuire

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