ThroBak Guitar Lounge

Guitar players, sit back in the ThroBak Guitar Lounge and be part of the internet's most informative guitar hang! Fun takes on tone, guitar collecting, repair and installation tips, guitar news of the day and much more. ThroBak Electronics owner Jon Gundry and co-host Matthew Quail draw upon decades of guitar expertise and insights from their work at ThroBak Electronics making the finest reproductions guitar pickups available today. Join us each week by subscribing to the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast!

ThroBak Guitar Lounge is a music podcast hosted by ThroBak Electronics, with 63 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #65

  TOO LARGE! Guitar Collection Nightmare or Nirvana ? Does Anyone Need This Many Guitars?

  Aug 14, 20261h 17mS2

  Upgrade your guitar with ThroBak Pickups https://www.throbak.com/ A vintage '65 Gibson ES-330 demo to celebrate the 65th episode of the podcast. The only question is are these the original flatwound strings that are on this guitar. Hear it put through it's paces with clean and dirty tones. Welcome back to the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast! In Episode #065, the first international edition of the podcast, Matthew is north of the border in Canada while Jon holds down the Fort back in Grand Rapids, but the show must go on! Jon brings our viewers special news of a celebrity guitarist who was in town for a tour stop and made time for a ThroBak shop tour! And in the Guitargument we tackle the topic - TOO LARGE! Guitar Collection Nightmare or Nirvana ? Does Anyone Need This Many Guitars? Gear Featured in This Episode Vintage '65 Gibson ES-330 Heritage H-150 Custom Core Guitar ThroBak Lucky 7's P.A.F. Style Repro Reference Pickups with Long A2 magnets Vintage 1979 Fender Silverface Deluxe Reverb Nobels ODR-1 effect pedal ## Episode #065 Show Rundown **ThroBak Mailbox** We kick off the first-ever international edition of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast! Jon joins us from Grand Rapids, Michigan, while Matthew broadcasts from Canada. We dive into your comments from Episode #064, where viewers shared their thoughts on our Lucky 7's Reference Pickup comparison between identical 7.7K P.A.F.-style sets equipped with USA-made Long Alnico 2 and Long Alnico 5 magnets. Which magnetic recipe won the popular vote? **ThroBak News** Celebrity guitarist Allen Hinds recently stopped by ThroBak while on tour with Men at Work! Jon gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at Allen's visit to the shop and shares details about Allen's well-loved 1952 Fender Esquire. Jon was even able to take measurements from this legendary guitar, offering another fascinating glimpse into vintage Fender history. **Pickups of the Week – 1965 Gibson ES-330** To celebrate our 65th episode, Jon plugs a beautiful vintage 1965 Gibson ES-330 into a 1979 Fender Silver Panel Deluxe Reverb, with a Nobels ODR-1 adding just the right amount of grit for the overdriven tones. One intriguing mystery accompanies this guitar—it still wears a set of flatwound strings. Could they actually be the original strings installed when the ES-330 left the Gibson factory over sixty years ago? We discuss the possibilities while putting this incredible vintage guitar through its paces. ⚡ **The Guitargument** **Can You Actually Own Too Many Guitars?** It's one of the oldest debates among guitar players—and perhaps the most dangerous question we've ever asked! Is there really such a thing as owning too many guitars, or is every instrument another chapter in your musical journey? Jon and Matthew tackle the topic with humor, honesty, and perhaps a surprising dose of realism. **Rorschach Riffs – Jon's Australian Walkabout** Jon heads Down Under with an Australian-themed edition of Rorschach Riffs! From legendary Australian artists to iconic guitar riffs, can Matthew correctly identify all four songs before time runs out? **Matthew's Musical Musings** This week Matthew celebrates RUSH's long-awaited Toronto Homecoming. With four sold-out concerts set to be professionally recorded and filmed for a future release, he reflects on what this historic event means for Canadian music fans and for one of rock's most influential bands. **Outro** Thanks for joining us for the very first international edition of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave us a comment with your thoughts on this week's Guitargument: **Can anyone really own too many guitars?** We'll feature some of your best comments in the next episode of the ThroBak Mailbox. Explore ThroBak Pickups: https://www.throbak.com ThroBak Electronics is a world leader in classic reproduction guitar pickups. To learn more visit.: https://www.throbak.com/p90-pickup.html https://www.throbak.com/paf-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/stratocaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/telecaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/alnico-magnets.html https://www.throbak.com/pedals.html https://www.throbak.com/strings.html

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  Episode #64

  P.A.F. Repro Reference Pickups Face Off | No. 1 | Long Alnico 2 vs Long Alnico 5

  Aug 4, 20261h 34mS2

  P.A.F. Repro Reference Pickups Face Off | No. 1 | Long Alnico 2 vs Long Alnico 5 Upgrade your guitar with ThroBak Pickups https://www.throbak.com/ Welcome back to the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast! In Episode #064, we're excited to launch the first installment of an all-new P.A.F. Magnet Duel series with the debut of the ThroBak Lucky 7's Reference Pickup Set. Two nearly identical Heritage H-150 Custom Core guitars, matched in weight and fitted with pickup sets wound to the exact same 7.7K ohm output, face off in the most controlled comparison we've ever produced. The only variable? The magnets. One guitar features USA-made long Alnico 2 magnets, while the other is equipped with USA-made long Alnico 5 magnets, allowing you to hear an honest, apples-to-apples comparison of two legendary P.A.F. magnetic recipes. Gear Featured in This Episode Heritage H-150 Custom Core Guitars ThroBak Lucky 7's P.A.F. Style Repro Reference Pickups Vintage 1979 Fender Silverface Deluxe Reverb Nobels ODR-1 effect pedal Show Run Down: ThroBak Mailbox We begin the show by answering your comments and questions from Episode #063 before Jon introduces the brand-new Lucky 7's Reference Pickup Set. He explains how the project came to life, the winding philosophy behind it, and the technical details that make these pickups unique. Pickups of the Week The moment you've been waiting for! Jon puts two matched sets of ThroBak Lucky 7's Reference P.A.F. pickups through their paces in two nearly identical Heritage H-150 Custom Core guitars. Both pickup sets are wound to the exact same 7.7K ohm output, with the only difference being their magnets—USA-made long Alnico 2 versus USA-made long Alnico 5. You'll hear one of the most controlled P.A.F. comparisons we've ever produced through a 1979 Fender Silver Panel Deluxe Reverb with a Nobels ODR-1 adding just the right amount of "hair on the dog!" ⚡ The Guitargument – Lightning Round Jon and Matthew jump into another spirited Lightning Round, tackling timely news, opinions, and hot-button topics from around the guitar world. Fast-paced, thought-provoking, and always entertaining, this has quickly become one of our favorite recurring segments. Rorschach Riffs with Matthew This week's challenge features Chordal Riffs! Matthew plays a collection of memorable guitar riffs built primarily around chords instead of single-note lines. Can Jon identify them all before time runs out? ️ Matthew's Musical Musings – Yooper Edition, eh! Matthew shares highlights from a family trip through Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula, including a visit with his daughter Kathleen to Yooptone Music in Marquette. Together they explore the store's impressive selection of guitars and gear, learn about its instrument repair services and music lessons, see a Peavey T-15, affectionately known as the "Mississippi Mustang." Matthew also reflects on why independent music stores like Yooptone Music continue to play such an important role in keeping the guitar community thriving throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Outro Whether you're chasing authentic vintage P.A.F. tone, curious about the differences between Long Alnico 2 and Long Alnico 5 magnets, or simply enjoy guitars, gear, and great conversation, you've come to the right place. Tell us in the comments: Which classic P.A.F. magnet would you choose for your ideal tone—Long Alnico 2 or Long Alnico 5? If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Notification Bell so you never miss a new episode of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast!

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  Episode #62

  One Great Guitar or Five Average Guitars? The Debate Every Guitarist Has

  Jul 25, 20261h 16mS2

  One Great Guitar or Five Average Guitars? The Debate Every Guitarist Has What would you rather own: one truly great guitar or five average guitars? It's a question that every guitarist eventually faces, whether you're just starting your collection or have been chasing great tone for decades. In this episode of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast, Jon and Matthew tackle this classic dilemma in this week's Guitargument, debating whether it's better to invest in a single exceptional instrument or spread your budget across several good ones. Along the way, we put a truly special vintage guitar in the spotlight during Pickups of the Week—a beautiful 1967 Epiphone Riviera loaded with its original Gibson Mini Humbucker pickups. Plugged into a classic tube amp, this iconic semi-hollow delivers the unmistakable chime, clarity, and bite that have made it a favorite of legendary players for over six decades. Whether you're a collector, a gigging musician, or simply searching for your next great guitar, this episode is packed with vintage tone, spirited debate, and plenty of inspiration. Gear Featured in This Episode Vintage 1967 Epiphone Riviera with Mini Humbuckers Vintage 1979 Fender Silverface Deluxe Reverb Nobels ODR-1 effect pedal ## ️ Episode #062 Show Rundown **ThroBak Mailbox** We kick off the show with a great viewer comment from a longtime listener who shares why the **ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast** has become a bright, positive, and enjoyable part of his week. Jon and Matthew reflect on the importance of building a guitar community that celebrates great music, vintage gear, and the joy of playing. **Pickups of the Week** Jon Gundry plugs in a stunning **1967 Epiphone Riviera** equipped with its original vintage **Gibson Mini Humbucker** pickups. Through a classic tube amp, we explore the clear, articulate, and unmistakably rich voice that has made these pickups a favorite among blues and rock guitarists for generations. ⚖️ **The Guitargument** **One Great Guitar or Five Average Guitars? The Debate Every Guitarist Has** If you had the same budget, would you invest in one exceptional guitar that inspires you every time you pick it up, or build a collection of five solid instruments that cover a variety of sounds and styles? Jon and Matthew debate one of the biggest buying decisions every guitarist eventually faces. **Rorschach Riffs** This week, Jon Gundry steps into the spotlight with a collection of **Chicago Blues-inspired riffs**. Can Matthew identify the influences and legendary players behind the licks? Play along and see how many you can recognize before the answers are revealed. **Matthew's Musical Musings** Matthew explores the fascinating history behind **Keith Richards' famous Open G tuning**, how it became the signature sound of the Rolling Stones, and why one simple tuning change helped create some of the most iconic guitar riffs in rock history. **Outro** Thanks for joining us for another episode of the **ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast**! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment letting us know where you stand in this week's Guitargument: **Would you rather own one great guitar or five average guitars?** Explore ThroBak Pickups: https://www.throbak.com ThroBak Electronics is a world leader in classic reproduction guitar pickups. To learn more visit.: https://www.throbak.com/p90-pickup.html https://www.throbak.com/paf-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/stratocaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/telecaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/alnico-magnets.html https://www.throbak.com/pedals.html https://www.throbak.com/strings.html

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  Episode #61

  Irate Guitar Influencers: Is Outrage Good for Guitar?

  Jul 13, 20261h 13mS2

  Irate Guitar Influencers: Is Outrage Good for Guitar? Upgrade your guitar with ThroBak Pickups 👉 https://www.throbak.com/ Is outrage becoming the new currency of Guitar YouTube? In Episode #061 of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast, Jon and Matthew dive into another fast-paced Guitargument Lightning Round, tackling one of the hottest questions in the guitar community today: "Irate Influencers: Is Outrage Good for Guitar?" Does controversy strengthen the guitar community by encouraging honest debate, or is it driving players away in search of clicks and views? Before the sparks begin to fly, we plug a set of ThroBak KZ-115 MXV P.A.F. reproduction pickups with long Alnico 2 magnets into a 2025 Gibson 1957 Historic Reissue Les Paul Goldtop to explore the rich, dynamic vintage tones inspired by some of the finest original late-1950s P.A.F.s. It's another episode packed with legendary tone, spirited discussion, and everything that makes the guitar world endlessly fascinating. 🎸 Gear Featured in This Episode 2025 Gibson R7 1957 Historic Reissue Les Paul Goldtop with ThroBak 'KZ-115 MXV Alnico 2 pickups. Vintage 1979 Fender Silverface Deluxe Reverb Nobels ODR-1 effect pedal Show Run Down: 📬 **ThroBak Mailbox** We kick off Episode #061 by reading viewer comments from Episode #060, where our debate over **"The End of Tube Amps"** generated plenty of passionate feedback. Matthew shares comments from viewers who aren't convinced the era of vacuum tube amplifiers is coming to an end.. 🎸 **Pickups of the Week** This week's featured pickups are the **ThroBak KZ-115 MXV P.A.F. reproductions with long Alnico 2 magnets**, installed in a **2025 Gibson 1957 Historic Reissue Les Paul Goldtop**. Along with plenty of vintage-inspired tones, Jon demonstrates his recommended pickup height measurements and explains how proper setup can dramatically influence output, clarity, dynamics, and overall P.A.F. character. ⚡ **The Guitargument – Lightning Round** It's another fast-paced Lightning Round as Jon and Matthew tackle several timely topics from around the guitar world. Headlining the discussion is **"Irate Influencers: Is Outrage Good for Guitar?"** Has controversy become the secret to success on Guitar YouTube, or is constant outrage doing more harm than good for the guitar community? Expect spirited opinions, plenty of laughs, and opportunities for viewers to weigh in with their own perspectives. 🎼 **Matthew's Rorschach Riffs** Matthew celebrates the release of the latest **Rolling Stones** album with a brand-new Rorschach Riffs challenge. Can Jon and Paul identify the musical inspiration behind Matthew's original riff, or will this tribute to one of rock's greatest bands leave everyone guessing? 📰 **Matthew's Musical Musings** This week Matthew takes a nostalgic trip through the **May 1977 issue of Guitar Player magazine**, highlighting memorable articles and fascinating vintage advertisements that capture the state of the guitar industry nearly fifty years ago. From classic gear to iconic brands, it's a fun look back at what guitar players were reading—and dreaming about—in 1977. 👋 **Outro** Thanks for joining us for another episode of the **ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast!** If you enjoyed the discussion, please like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts—especially on this week's Guitargument. We'll see you next time for more vintage tone, great guitars, and lively conversations from the Guitar Lounge. If you enjoy vintage guitars, authentic P.A.F. pickups, P-90 tone, classic Fender and Gibson gear, and spirited guitar debates, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell so you never miss an episode of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast. 👉 Explore ThroBak Pickups: https://www.throbak.com ThroBak Electronics is a world leader in classic reproduction guitar pickups. To learn more visit.: https://www.throbak.com/p90-pickup.html https://www.throbak.com/paf-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/stratocaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/telecaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/alnico-magnets.html https://www.throbak.com/pedals.html https://www.throbak.com/strings.html

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  Episode #59

  1959 Les Paul Junior vs Marshall — The Meanest Dog in the Yard?

  Jul 11, 20261h 9mS2

  Tone Unleashed! | 1959 Les Paul Junior Through a Marshall — The Meanest Dog in the Yard? Upgrade your guitar with ThroBak Pickups 👉 https://www.throbak.com/ Can a 1959 Gibson Les Paul Junior with a single original 7.6k Dog Ear P-90 deliver one of the greatest rock guitar tones ever recorded? In Episode #059 of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast, Jon, Matthew and Paul plug this legendary vintage guitar into a Marshall SV20H amplifier to discover why the Les Paul Junior remains one of the most revered rock guitars ever built. We begin in the ThroBak Mailbox, answering viewer comments and questions from Episode #058 before moving into this week's Pickups of the Week. You'll hear an original 1959 Les Paul Junior with its factory Dog Ear P-90 delivering everything from articulate cleans to aggressive, harmonically rich overdrive through the Marshall. If you've ever wondered why players have loved vintage P-90s for more than sixty years, this demonstration explains it all. This week's Guitargument asks: Are Microtonal Guitars the Future of the Electric Guitar? The discussion was sparked when Matthew was surprised to discover albums by the French-Canadian band Angine de Poitrine for sale at his local Target alongside records by Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift. Has microtonal music moved beyond a niche audience and into the mainstream? Could guitars with additional frets and expanded tuning systems represent the next evolution of the electric guitar, or will traditional instruments continue to dominate? Join the debate and let us know your thoughts in the comments. We'll also share the Marshall SV20H amp settings used throughout the episode so you can recreate these classic vintage tones yourself. Next, Matthew returns with another edition of Rorschach Riffs, challenging Jon and Paul to identify famous guitar riffs using only their ears. Finally, in Matthew's Musical Musings, we take another look at the growing interest in microtonal instruments as Matthew discusses Eastwood Guitars' unique 4/6 double-neck microtonal bass/guitar, inspired by the distinctive instrument used by Angine de Poitrine. Is this an exciting glimpse into the future of guitar design—or simply a fascinating specialty instrument? If you enjoy vintage guitars, 1959 Les Paul Juniors, P-90 pickups, Marshall amplifiers, classic rock tone, guitar history, and thoughtful discussions about where the electric guitar is headed next, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and ring the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast. 🎸 Featured Gear • 1959 Gibson Les Paul Junior with original 7.6k Dog Ear P-90 Pickup • Gibson Les Paul Junior Single Cutaway with a ThroBak P90-DE 7.8k bridge pickup. • Marshall Studio SV20H Amplifier What do you think? Is the 1959 Les Paul Junior still the meanest dog in the yard, and could microtonal guitars really shape the future of the electric guitar? Let us know in the comments! 👉 Explore ThroBak Pickups: https://www.throbak.com ThroBak Electronics is a world leader in classic reproduction guitar pickups. To learn more visit.: https://www.throbak.com/p90-pickup.html https://www.throbak.com/paf-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/stratocaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/telecaster-pickups.html https://www.throbak.com/alnico-magnets.html https://www.throbak.com/pedals.html https://www.throbak.com/strings.html

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