The Truth About Vintage Amps with Skip Simmons
The Fretboard JournalTwice a month, guitar amp guru Skip Simmons fields your questions on vintage tube amp repair, restoration and collecting. Often hilarious and always insightful, it's like no other guitar podcast out there.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 170 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic History | |||
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Before talking amps, we talk life! Longtime friend of the show John Vanderslice (Tiny Telephone) joins us to talk about moving to the Netherlands, the life of an expat, the equipment that he moved to Europe (and didn't), staying curious with your gea... more
Episode 165 of the Truth About Vintage Amps Podcast, where amp tech Skip Simmons tackles all of your questions about guitar tube amps!
Thank our sponsors: Grez Guitars; Emerald City Guitars; and Amplified Parts / Mod Electronics.
Some of the t... more
Episode 164 of the Truth About Vintage Amps Podcast, where amp tech Skip Simmons tackles all of your questions about guitar tube amps!
Thank our sponsors: Grez Guitars; Emerald City Guitars; and Amplified Parts / Mod Electronics.
Some of the t... more
Acclaimed guitarist Roy Rogers joins us this week to talk about his unique gear choices, working with John Lee Hooker, vintage amps and so much more!
Thank our sponsors: Grez Guitars; Emerald City Guitars; and Amplified Parts / Mod Electronics. more
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More fun than a rustic kegger out in the woods. The best vintage amp advice in the world.
Apple Podcasts5JC Swayzee
United Statesa month ago - Peak amp content
A great wealth of amp knowledge shared in an approachable and friendly way.
Apple Podcasts5MetsXVXUnited States5 months ago - Amazing podcast
This podcast is unbelievably awesome. Jason and Skip not only offer stellar content they also open their doors for Q&A…..If you are into vintage amps this is the #1 podcast.
Apple Podcasts5GitmoappsUnited Statesa year ago - The best
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Apple Podcasts5Emlon Emlonson
Swedena year ago - What’s on Skip’s mind?
This podcast started out great focused on guitar amp repair, restoration and the differences between models and makes. Now, goats, cooking and what feels like regurgitated discussions, - kind of lost its focus.
Apple Podcasts2N1ckname9
New Zealanda year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #25 | United States/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #35 |  Canada/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  United Kingdom/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #230 | Canada/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #47 |  Australia/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #61 |  Italy/Music/Music History |
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A highly technical yet approachable show about vintage guitar tube amps, focusing on repair, restoration, and collecting. Listeners get practical, battle-tested guidance on circuits, transformers, and troubleshooting, peppered with anecdotes, community Q&As, and hobbyist camaraderie. The tone blends meticulous, experience-based know-how with entertaining side conversations about food, gear sourcing, and personal stories, creating a welcoming hub for enthusiasts and professionals alike. A standout keeps the content grounded in real-world repair while maintaining a warm, communal vibe that invites participation and curiosity.
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1. The Fretboard Journal Guitar Podcast
2. Dipped In Tone
3. Chasing Tone - Guitar Podcast About Gear, Effects, Amps and Tone
4. The Fret Files
5. Guitar Nerds
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Roy Rogers
2. Jack Weston
3. Will Simmons
4. Steve Carr
5. Jonathan Stout
6. Bob Armstrong
7. Calvin McCormick
8. Mike Watson
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