Object Worship Brady Smith and the Marshall JMP
Sep 19, 2024
Brady Smith, co-founder of Old Blood Noise Endeavors, shares insights from his vast experience in the music gear industry. He reflects on his long-standing relationship with the Marshall JMP amplifier, which has shaped his sound and pedal design. The conversation explores memorable moments from the Eastside Music Supply anniversary party and dives into the emotional connections musicians have with their gear. Brady also discusses the balance between high-end gear costs and accessible alternatives while sharing funny anecdotes about guitar experiences.
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High-Watt Amps 'Tell The Truth' About Pedals
- Trying high-watt, high-headroom amps reveals pedals' true behavior and tracking, but may not match personal taste.
- The 2 Rock Bloomfield Drive surprised Brady by offering a more natural dynamic breakup he connected with.
Use Expression Settings To Unlock Pedal Features
- Read manuals and explore expression/assignment sections to access hidden features on complex pedals like POG3.
- Use expression inputs and preset values to enable freeze/gliss or alternate algorithms without external controllers.
Matcha Replaced Coffee For Digestion
- Brady switched from coffee to matcha due to stomach issues and now prepares matcha at home with local honey and oat milk.
- He finds matcha gentler on his digestion and enjoys its bright green aesthetic.