Guitar Business Radio

Our third episode goes in a different direction as we continue our discussion of guitar-related opportunities of the future. In that realm, we talk with Michael Phifer of Musicians Institute Guitar Craft Academy in Nashville about what is, in many respects, an upscale approach to vocational training in guitar building, technical maintenance and more. Highlights of the podcast include: 00:40 Setting the Stage 05:20 Questionable Moments 08:05 Michael Phifer Interview 35:35 The Value Shot Thanks for listening and we look forward to hearing from you!

Our second episode features a very interesting interview with a leader in the high-end custom finishing market for decades. Pat Wilkins has put incredible finishes on literally tens of thousands of guitars and basses. And, while he's probably best known for his finishing operation, he's actually been building his own line of basses and guitars for years. We talk to him about all this and more. Highlights of the podcast include: 00:40 Setting the Stage 03:55 Questionable Moments 06:20 Pat Wilkins Interview 28:30 The Value Shot Thanks for listening and we look forward to hearing from you!

Episode One brings it all to life. This inaugural episode features, among other things, an in-depth interview with the Nashville-based guitar builder, Mark Lacey. For over 40 years he has been building extraordinary custom guitars while handling many high-end repair projects, working with literally the icons of popular music and jazz. Highlights of the podcast include: 00:40 Adding Your Voice to the Mix 04:30 Questionable Moments 06:20 Mark Lacey Interview 29:50 The Value Shot Thanks for listening and we look forward to hearing from you!

This Guitar Business Radio trailer sets the stage for future episodes by describing the nature and flavor of the show (natural flavorings). Find out how you can participate on the show with Guitar Business Minutes, Interviews and more. No reviews. No demos. No idle chatter.