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Premier Guitar’s world-famous Rig Rundowns take you backstage to explore the live gear used by your favorite guitar and bass players. Whether you’re into shred, country, indie, or classic rock, Rig Rundowns give you the lowdown on the instruments, pedals, and amps powering the biggest acts on the road today—and often we even coax them into demoing their favorite settings. Listen now and pick up ne... more

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Latest Episodes

Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer and bassist Josh Gilbert reveal the low-tuned tools driving their alt-metal sound.Watch the full Rig Rundown: www.premierguitar.com/videos/rig-rundown/spiritbox

​The legendary rockers, guided by lead guitarist Nancy Wilson, brought an all-tube assault on the road last year.Watch the full Rig Rundown: www.premierguitar.com/videos/rig-rundown/heart

The guitarists back up the American rapping songwriter with gear from PRS, Kiesel, Reverend, and Kemper.Watch the full Rig Rundown: www.premierguitar.com/videos/rig-rundown/rig-rundown-mgks-justin-lyons-and-sophie-lloyd

​When GWAR stomped through Nashville with the goriest gear of all, we had to take a look. PG’s Chris Kies caught up with the band at Marathon Music Works to hang with Grodius Maximus, Bälsäc the Jaws ’O Death, and Casey Orr (aka Beefcake the Mighty).... more

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Keith Scott
Lead guitarist for Bryan Adams, involved in the live setup and performance
Bryan Adams
Episode: Rig Rundown: Bryan Adams
Dan Ely
Guitar technician for Keith Scott, responsible for maintaining the guitars and setup
Episode: Rig Rundown: Bryan Adams
James Bowman
Tech for Frank Iero of My Chemical Romance
Against Me
Episode: My Chemical Romance Rig Rundown
Simon Law
Guitar technician for The Who
Episode: The Who Rig Rundown
Joel Ashton
Bass technician for The Who
Episode: The Who Rig Rundown
Mike Shinoda
Co-vocalist and guitarist from Linkin Park
Linkin Park
Episode: Linkin Park
Rubin Pollock
Guitarist and member of Kaleo
Kaleo
Episode: KALEO
Brendan Bayliss
Guitarist of Umphrey's McGee
Umphrey's McGee
Episode: Umphrey's McGee: Jake Cinninger & Brendan Bayliss [2025]
Dave Harrington
Member of the band Darkside
Darkside
Episode: Darkside's Dave Harrington

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John Bollinger
Host of Rig Rundowns, showcasing intimate interviews and insights into guitar setups and stories from musicians.
Chris Keys
Host for Rig Rundowns, known for in-depth explorations of artist gear and behind-the-scenes stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • Ok, but needs work

    I love these interviews, but PG needs to be more professional. That one obnoxious interviewer that always does the metal interviews says “God d@&$,” and “f#%+,” every other word needs to be fired. Grow up. It’d be nice to listen to these with the kids who are into guitar. And hello, you’re doing AUDIO; STOP slapping hands when greeting and saying goodbye! Have you ever seen anything on camera ever, or heard any audio production ever ever? Fist bumps and hand shakes. Jeez. And several episodes su... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Scott XD
    United States5 months ago
  • Great

    Great show, teaches me a lot about guitar gear! Check out the Joe Bonamassa episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeepOnShredding
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fire!!!

    This podcast is so much more fun to listen to than 60CH. Makes me wanna practice all day!! Lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1904 Tito
    United States3 years ago
  • One of my favorite guitar related podcasts

    This is one of my top 5 podcasts about guitarists, pedals and gear. I have discovered several musicans and bands through this podcast and found very useful informaiton about guitarists and bands that I really like. If you're a guitarist and a fanatic about tone, it doesn't get any better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atomica13
    United States6 years ago
  • Hey

    Review TOOL find them n interview them in depth pls . Oh and keep up the 5 star reviews you guys Rock ...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AH😎
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the personal stories and insights shared by musicians regarding their gear.
Overall, listeners find value in discovering new musicians and techniques to enhance their own guitar skills.
Some feedback indicates a desire for higher production quality, particularly concerning audio issues during episodes.
The interviews are praised for being informative, providing in-depth technical discussions about instruments and setups.

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Rig Rundown: MGK’s Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd
Q: What are some things that you're planning for the upcoming year?
I'm looking forward to diving more into creative directing and artist development within the Dallas music scene.
Rig Rundown: MGK’s Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd
Q: What are some things that you have learned from touring?
The importance of balance, knowing how much to party, hydrate properly, and maintaining a good work-life balance.
Rig Rundown: MGK’s Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd
Q: How do you get pumped up for a show?
I meditate, read scripture, and prepare mentally because I know the energy that's coming when I'm on stage.
Rig Rundown: MGK’s Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd
Q: What was your experience while performing in K-pop?
We were brought in to urbanize their music, and we played a significant role in setting the stage for the live sound of K-pop performers.
Rig Rundown: MGK’s Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd
Q: How did you get this gig?
I got the call from Travis Barker because MGK needed a guitarist for the Tickets to My Downfall tour.

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An engaging exploration of the live gear utilized by prominent guitar and bass players, featuring in-depth conversations about the instruments, amps, and pedals that define their sound. Each episode often includes personal anecdotes from artists, revealing the emotional connections they build with their equipment and the evolution of their setups over time. Unique demos and intimate discussions allow listeners to gain insights into the gear that powers today's biggest acts across various musical genres, from rock and country to indie. The podcast stands out for its focus not only on technical details but also on the artistry and creativity involved in performance and sound production.

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1. Chasing Tone - Guitar Podcast About Gear, Effects, Amps and Tone
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Recent guests on Rig Rundowns include:

1. Keith Scott
2. Dan Ely
3. James Bowman
4. Simon Law
5. Joel Ashton
6. Mike Shinoda
7. Rubin Pollock
8. Brendan Bayliss

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