Best EVH Podcasts (2025)

In this episode, I dive into the Schecter Reaper-6 in Satin Sky Burst. A sleek, modern guitar that blends killer looks with serious playability. I break down its ultra-thin neck, swamp ash body, and versatile pickups, plus what makes it stand out in its price range. Is it the ultimate shredder’s guitar, or is it much more versatile than that? Tune …

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Iconic Albums - Toto IV 54:51

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Toto are back touring the globe in 2025 and Matt has tickets for the Sydney show! What better time to revisit Toto's smash hit fourth album? Matt, Rob & Gabor investigate the record featuring Steve Lukather at the top of his game. We bless the rains! ___________________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakelin…

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NAMM 2025 - GSP #254 1:29:55

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NAMM 2025 - all the hits!! And a couple of misses... Matt, Gabor and Rob give their take on the biggest music trade show on planet Earth. ___________________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakeling in Sydney, Australia. The show features deep dive interviews with amazing guitarists from around the globe, occ…

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Glyn Evans Pickups Q & A - GSP #253 1:08:43

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Glyn Evans, of Mr Glyn's Pickups New Zealand, returns to answer your questions. After 30 years of full time pickup design and production, Glyn has a fantastic ability to decipher the science of pickups in distinctly musical terms. It's a fascinating Q & A! mrglynspickups.com ____________________________________________________________ The Guitar Sp…

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Ep. 161 - Bob Daisley Interview! Learn details about Ozzy's first two solo albums 2:05:23

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Ep. 160 - Andy Wood Interview! 1:51:31

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Jerry Garcia's Alligator Guitar - Chad Winn's deep dive GSP#252 43:14

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Jerry Garcia's unique "Alligator Strat" holds legend status in Grateful Dead lore - and is arguably one of the first heavily modded Strat's to grace the stage of a high profile band. Ace Nashville guitar tech, Chad Winn, joins us to go deep on the history of this guitar from it's hybrid vintage heritage through to the extensive mods Garcia and the …

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Andy Scott - Sweet GSP#251 30:29

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Andy Scott has spent over 50 years - and counting - rocking as the lead guitarist of Sweet. The UK band has enjoyed phenomenal international chart success with hits like "Ballroom Blitz", "Fox on the Run" and "Love is Like Oxygen". Sweet influenced bands like Def Leppard, Kiss and the Scorpions to name but a few. Andy joins us to talk guitars, reco…

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Ep. 159 - Jake E. Lee Part 2! 3:03:17

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Punish Dave with Questions #30! 1:47:48

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2024 - The Year in Guitar. GSP#250. 1:56:56

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2024 - what a year for guitar! The Iconic Albums team assemble to talk through all the good stuff. Matt, Rob & Gabor discuss favourite albums, gear, gigs, podcasts, books and more and debut the impromtu "what Rob said" segment \m/ _______________________________ The Guitar Speak Podcast is produced and hosted by Matt Wakeling in Sydney, Australia. …

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Guitar Repair Expert Steve Rozitis (R Guitars, Calgary) Spills His Secrets! 1:13:49

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Join me as I sit down with Steve Rozitis, owner of R Guitars in Calgary and a true expert in guitar repair and luthiery. 🎸 Steve has spent years crafting, fixing, and breathing new life into guitars, and in this interview, he shares some of his best-kept secrets, expert advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world of guitar repair.We talk abou…

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Want PRO Rock TONE? Listen to My EVH SA126 Review Now 12:33

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"Hey guitar fans! 🎸 In this video, I dive into the stunning EVH SA-126 Special, QM in Transparent Purple. This guitar is Wolfgang Van Halen's tribute to his dad, Eddie Van Halen, blending modern innovation with classic inspiration. Featuring a unique hybrid design, 'E' holes (for Eddie), and a matte-finished neck, it’s an instrument built for versa…

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STOP Ruining Your Tone with the Wrong Cab! - Spark Cab Review 10:37

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Hey, gear enthusiasts! 🎸 Join Dan as he takes an in-depth look at the Positive Grid Spark CAB, a 140-watt FRFR cabinet designed to elevate your Spark amp experience. Whether you're jamming at home, in the studio, or hitting the stage, this cab delivers crystal-clear, uncolored sound that's perfect for any setup.In this review, I’ll walk you through…

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Ep. 157 - Brian Young - Formerly of David Lee Roth Band! 1:47:54

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Ep. 156 - Kevin Proctor from Iconic Guitars! Part 2 1:48:19

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Ep. 158 - Mick Mars and Chris Collier Interview! 1:44:22

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Punish Dave with Questions #29! 1:46:27

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Ep. 154 - David Szabados of Legendary Tones! 1:53:19

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Ep. 155 - Ossie Ahsen of 3 Monkey's Solderless. Down the VH Rabbit Hole! 2:35:35

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Ep. 153 - Jim Root of Slipknot!! Interview! 1:59:13

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Punish Dave with Questions #27 2:15:25

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Punish Dave with Questions #28 1:36:18

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Episode 39 - Mammoth WVH - Live in London - July 2024 1:22:13

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Greetings upon greetings to all VH-loving speaker systems everywhere! Yes it's that time again for another issue of your _(insert number here)_st / nd / rd / th favourite Van Halen podcast that’s out there on the digital broadcast cyberhighway! Now we do like sailing along in our relationship with you dear listener, but like any good relationship i…

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Matt Bruck EVH Gear launches Wolfgang Van Halen's SA 126 34:02

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Matt Bruck started working as Eddie Van Halen’s guitar tech in 1990, and was Eddie’s business partner at the inception of EVH Gear in 2004. After Eddie’s untimely passing in 2020 it was announced that Matt and Wolfgang Van Halen would be running the company, continuing its legacy and looking to the future. Matt joins us to talk about the launch of …

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Ep. 151 - Steven Fryette of Fryette Amplification - On The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection 3:08:30

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Ep. 152 - Andy Sneap Interview! Producer and Musician! 2:08:10

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Bonamassa & Bohlinger Studio Story, Nashville Pedalboard, Recent Favorite Rig Rundowns & New Guitars 54:31

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Broadway Pedalboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkG-kelitHA PG's video team recollects recent Rig Rundowns with Jedd Hughes, Donny Benét , Knocked Loose, Loathe, Adrian Vandenberg, and Tyler Childers. Then Bohlinger and Kies report back after building the dream pedalboard for downtown…

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Iconic Guitar Collaborations GSP #248 57:16

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There is jamming and then there is collaboration. The Iconic Series Team assemble to discuss their favourite collaborative projects. Some are massive, others more intimate. Many of these projects were inspired by a greater cause. One in particular will require all the hairspray you can find and all the notes you can play! All of them feature amazin…

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Episode 38 - The Collection II 1:23:02

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Ahoy there, dear listener! Your audio pals Steve & Ross are back casting pods around Lake Internet and reeling them in to bring you a review of their latest catch — The Collection II! And to pursue this totally random angling analogy a little further; there's nothing fishy going on when such a treasure trove of previously unreleased Sammy-era VH tr…

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Punish Dave with Questions #26! 2:16:05

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Ep. 150 - Shea Monomyth of Monomyth Amps! 2:41:31

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Punish Dave with Questions #25! New Product Reveal! 2:00:48

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Ep. 149 - Jim Seavall of Scumback Speakers! 1:49:07

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Artist Guitars AT73 Review GSP #247 17:28

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Matt reviews the Artist AT73, test driving it in the studio and live on stage. This modern flavoured T-style six string features top end specs at a very friendly price. Is it too good to be true? https://www.artistguitars.com.au/ This episode is brought to you by Fretboard Biology Fretboard Biology - the online guitar college created by Joe Elliott…

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70 Years of the Fender Stratocaster with Tim Shaw GSP#246 33:53

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In this episode, we dive deep into rock 'n' roll history with none other than Tim Shaw, Chief Engineer Guitar at Fender, as our guide. Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the legendary Fender Stratocaster guitar, Shaw takes us on a journey through seven decades of Strat goodness. Drawing on decades of experience, Tim is warm and knowledgeable - a f…

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Star Wars and Guitars with Gabe Bott of Blastpoints 40:52

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Happy May the Fourth!! Are there guitars in a galaxy far, far away? The answer is yes! Gabe Bott - musician, composer and co-host of the Blastpoints Podcast - joins us to talk about the use of guitars in the Star Wars cinematic and streaming releases, bands reinventing the classic John Williams themes, his own arrangements and compositions for Blas…

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Iconic Live Albums 1:56:31

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From Ace to Zorn and Adams to Zeppelin we check out our favorite 11 live albums with killer guitar playing...plus bonus Neil Diamond! Rob Rhodes - www.rhodetripent.com Gabor Josika - SuperFunAwesomeHappyTime Pedal Show This episode is brought to you by Fretboard Biology Fretboard Biology - the online guitar college created by Joe Elliott, ex Head o…

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Episode 37 - Mammoth WVH - Mammoth II 1:36:44

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Podderers! Podbods! OnlyPoddyFans! Seeeeee!! As promised, it's not been an eternity of decades since the previous episode has it! Say what you like about this poddington-pod (and if you've ever read our reviews you'll know that some people certainly do) but we are true to our word... as long as we don't have to sign anything official that legally b…

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Ep. 148 - NOLLY! Multi-instrumentalist, Music Production, Product Designer! 2:04:03

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AI & Music, Relic Guitars, Nuno Bettencourt Rig, Gibson Theodore & Line 6 Catalyst 48:55

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Win Guitar Gear: https://bit.ly/GiveawaysPG The PG Video crew of John Bohlinger, Perry Bean and Chris Kies remember a pair of killer Rig Rundowns with Extreme (Nuno Bettencourt) and Sammy Boller. Then the trio focus on new gear pieces from Ed Sheeran, HeadRush, and PRS, before dishing out …

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Punish Dave with Questions #24 1:43:51

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Ep. 147 - Greg Leon of Greg Leon Invasion! Formerly Dokken, Quiet Riot and Suite 19 2:03:18

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Worst Bandmate Ever? Tool & Pantera Rig Rundowns, Ed Sheeran Looper, New PRS, Peavey 37:19

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Win Guitar Gear: https://bit.ly/GiveawaysPG The PG Video crew of John Bohlinger, Perry Bean and Chris Kies comment on recent monster Rig Rundowns with Justin Chancellor, Rex Brown, and Zakk Wylde. Then the trio focus on new gear pieces from Ed Sheeran, HeadRush, and PRS, before dishing out…

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Iconic Guitar in the Movies 1:12:20

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The Guitar Speak Podcast's 'Iconic Series' roundtable names the top nine motion pictures featuring cool guitar stuff. Good times! Please note - Matt's audio is a little sketchy at first but rapidly improves, Rob and Gabor sound delightful throughout as usual! Originally published Oct 2021. Iconic Series Co-Hosts: Rob Rhodes www.rhodetripent.com Gab…

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Guitar Review: Gretsch Broadkaster Jr Chris Rocha Model GSP#245 12:29

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This is the plugged in review of the new Gretsch Broadkaster Jr Chris Rocha Model! Matt reports back from the studio and live arena with the rundown of this new Gretsch signature guitar. Also check out our interview with Chris himself, talking us through the process of working with Gretsch: https://www.guitarspeakpodcast.com/e/chris-rocha-interview…

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Episode 36 - What's new in =VH= World 2024 1:07:48

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We listened, dear Listener! Yes, after spending thousands upon thousands on expensive podcast focus groups we listened to the feedback... and after kindly giving the world's ears a deserving year and a half's rest from our nonsense – WE'RE BACK – to broadcast more flights of fancy from the Van Halen chopper! Well, a news broadcast to be precise. Si…