Adventures With UA OX Part 2: Dan & Mick Record Songs At Real World Studios! - That Pedal Show

[@andreweasombentley4703]

The comments you make from about 51:40 got me thinking. So much online content in relation to guitar is essentially 'consumer porn' and I really think that the obsession with obtaining more and more gear that it sometimes propagates can be totally counter productive towards actually making / playing music. I've always like what you do because a great deal of it is educational and framed within the context of how a piece of gear can be used as a tool to get the results you are looking for in a 'real life' situation. I think that the prospect of further exploration of how gear can be used creatively etc is super exciting

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you Andrew. It’s always tough because our love of music is symbiotic with the gear fetishism. I love Strats because of SRV. I love Two Rock because of Matt Schofield and John Mayer. And then comes the point where you need to do something with it and that’s the tough part. The feedback has been so positive so far that Dan and I are already discussing how we can do more of this in a way that’s not too indulgent and has value for the TPS audience. Should be fun! Thanks again!

[@andreweasombentley4703]

Awesome! And don't get me wrong, I'm 100% a fellow fetishist!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

That Pedal Show who cares about being indulgent. You guys are great musicians and it’s ok to show off your talents whenever possible.

[@chaz32]

Also referred to as 'prosumerism'

[@bryanclarke1927]

Exactly! Just trimed down the pedalboard in order to just get back to playing. Liberating...

[@lance134679]

Loved the talk at the end of the video - that you're going to have more context when talking about pedals and guitar tone because you'll be actually making music. This is the kind of perspective we've been learning from guys like Joey Landreth and Josh Smith, who play music live and in the studio all the time. That's where it's at for me; my two hobbies are playing in a weekend band and doing little recording projects. I know I'll never be the very best, but I can still enjoy what I can do at my level. It's not about celebrating mediocrity, either, it's about making music for the joy of it, doing my best, but accepting my current limitations.

[@dinadams]

I recently bought an OX for headphone practice - massive indulgence as I don’t get to often record, but my giddy goodness what a joy to play with my valve amp and pedals with headphones and have a great sound. Every headphone solution has been bitterly disappointing up to now, but (with young child in house) this has increased my play time 3 fold. Love it!

[@rossridesmtb7497]

This was possibly the best show ever! The tunes, the context, the analysis. I felt like I learned loads and got inspired! Keep this format coming guys!!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Hooooray!

[@amaup83]

It´s been almost two years since this video and I can´t get enough of it, I still get so inspired by you guys, I know I´m just a hobbyist but this videos makes me want to continue improving.

[@colinrobertson4569]

The track sounds fantastic. I see a that pedal show album in the future.

[@ThatPedalShow]

We’d have laughed at that not so long ago. Now it looks like it will happen. Weirdness! Thanks Colin!

[@brianricker1703]

YES!!!!

[@colaboytje]

@@ThatPedalShow Yeeessssss!!!!!

[@RenanBeltrao]

PLEASE DO THAT, I`ll buy the vinyl!!!

[@williamsanderson9279]

Thank you very much for taking us on this journey - great songs! Please keep doing these types of videos that put all the gear-related content into perspective. It was really inspiring!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Cheers Will, that’s the plan :)

[@fabianericson5454]

That rythm guitar playing, Dan!!! Such a groove. That solo playing Mick!! Tone from heaven and hell. . And...that creativity from both of you. Good on you. Fig leafs thrown and no reason for any shame at all. Brave and inspiring. Keep it coming. This made me very happy! Now get David Rhodes on the show!

[@seankebely]

Honestly this is one of my favorite videos you have put out in a while. I love the fact that you are putting it into context. My guitar world right now is being in a band in the middle of recording so i can really relate to this video. Great video

[@ginoames]

Great show! Love seeing you guys in the studio playing songs! More of this please.

[@per-erikpihlstrom7281]

You two are so much fun to watch and listen to. I am really looking forward to hearing more of the music you’ll make going forward! Great tracks!

[@robholiday5370]

And Dan nailed it, too. As said, the Neil Finn influence is clear and excellent, and I also felt shades of Gilmour & Squeeze. More from you both, please.

[@ThatPedalShow]

That feels inevitable at this point Rob. Thank you!

[@NevuSGRock]

oh yes! give me that! this is phenomenal. you guys always succeed at achieving such a multi-layered insight into what all of this «gear stuff» is for - making music! just bloody great.

[@grantsgear]

Watching this just makes me want a "That Pedal Show Album." Sounded pretty great.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Looks like that might happen Grant. Although Gawd knows when. :9)

[@andrewtycksen8746]

This is so good and inspiring! I love the sentiment about how we now take all we've learned from watching you guys forever and actually really practically applying it. Thank you!

[@jetsetbetties]

I am 100% with where you are taking this show and your selves. It is great to be on the journey with you two!

[@BrockBarr]

As a hobbyist songwriter, home recordist, and guitar player, this is quite simply inspiring. Hoorah! Great songs too guys. I was moved by each track. Bravo!

[@clench13]

Mik your solo was sick man and what a voice! More please. Dan you too sir... just a big wow guys. More more more. Inspiring!

[@LeighWesleyMusic]

I love everything about this video. The songs themselves, the studio footage & of course the discussion. Fan-bloody-tastic!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you Leigh!

[@brianpatrick6102]

Thank you guys. This vid was directly in line with why I purchased the OX... to get great tones for recording without having to muck about with micing and such. I need that time and room for creative flow. Much appreciated. Can't wait to dig in and see what the OX can do.

[@rorymcclellan3740]

All in all, SUCH genuine, authentic content! I Really love ALL that you guys are, and the whole of everyone on your team that brings us your banter! Bang on, bloody goodness!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Wow. Thanks Rory, that is high, high praise. Thank you so much. :0)

[@elvagabundovatti]

All the major facts are being well documented in this awesome video. I own the OX since a couple of months. Although i´m still a fan of the oldschool way, in my opinion the OX is THE tool to make serious guitar recordings without kickin out of your flat by the landlords. What i like most on this video is, that finally you tested the sounds within a playback. To judge a guitarsound by its own is always just a first hint. The real world is different. In the old days i´ve worked in a guitar shop. When i played Mesa Boogie Amps in front of the customer, they were always impressed about the sound. I had the opportunity to check everything in the band context. Result: The sound wasn´t there. If you play an old Marshall, Vox etc. the sound alone might not be the love at the fist sting. But in a band these kind of british more in the face amps cut through better. Of course at the end everything is about taste, musicstyle and so on. So big up guys for this important video. THANKS and greetz.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Exactly how we feel Carsten, that front edge on the note that can seem a bit offensive is exactly what makes it work in the malaise of a band mix :£

[@elvagabundovatti]

Agree. I have a question about the recording session. Have noticed that you guys are recorded with an UAD Apollo and a Macbook, right? Whats the specs of the Macbook and the Apollo (Quad?). Thanks!

[@mrtwohats]

We all love it when you guys are having too much fun! More of this please, with live and recorded guitars & FX in context. It feels like a natural progression of what the show is all about to me. Nice studio scarf Mick - always a winner!

[@clos87]

what an awesome video, I've owned an Ox since December 2022 and it's become the one piece of gear that if it ever goes missing or stops working, I'll definitely buy another one. It makes recording and practicing so much easier. Thanks UA and Thanks TPS for this amazing video of the capabilities of the OX. Much appreciated..

[@justingarcia7722]

Thank you so much for this guys! I can honestly say as a follower of TPS from early on that the lessons in these videos have been invaluable to my growth as a player, performer, creative, you name it... You guys came along at a pivotal time for me personally as I had made a decision to try my hand at being a professional musician and truthfully don’t think I would’ve made it through certain hurdles and roadblocks without the love of this community and content of these videos. Cheers guys, love the tunes, killer as always

[@ThatPedalShow]

That is a truly wonderful thing to hear Justin. The whole point of doing any of this is to enjoy music and playing, so if we’re helping anybody to do that, we are WINNING! Thanks for sharing that. :0)

[@dan_brett_rosenthal]

Absolutely the best music and guitar channel on KZbin

[@andyperrin3802]

Great episode and killer tracks! It is so important to see the conversation on gear redirect to musicianship and creativity. Thanks, gents!

[@Gibfenez]

This CREATIVE OUTPUT is fantastic. Thanks for taking us along for the evolution of TPS. Best thing on the tube. Most inspirational. Ready for the Album that can generate from this.

[@jamwithjason3112]

this one was amazing to watch! so insightful! thanks for putting the effort guys!

[@cesmcmyth]

Dan's track is so glovishly sweet and great song writing work. Love it!

[@keflim6661]

I really am enjoying how this show continues to evolve and grow. Great show guys. Loved both songs.

[@alantruckner8183]

Tracks were great! Sounded awesome! Even more respect for you guys and your chops! Thanks for putting yourselves out there! Just be yourselves and enjoy the music! Being able to hear things in a musical context will really make the show practical. Looking forward to the ride this takes us on!!! 😀👍

[@maxf5711]

Seriously- much respect guys- the tracks sounded fantastic, from the song writing, playing and the production quality.

[@erickeriksson9742]

Great job guys! what a nice experience to go to a studio with your favorite toys. Congratulations, beautiful tunes and tones.

[@GwynAshtonMusic]

Great sounds, playing, songs. So cool to see you guys doing this. Thanks for all of the informative vids, especially this one!

[@MrIantodd]

This video just popped up on the right hand side. Don't think I've seen it since you first uploaded it. What great songs! Please write, record and release more songs!

[@mattwoods9977]

This is prob the best show y’all ever did congratulations guys.... love it more of this please!

[@guitarmoderne]

How appropriate that you did this a Real World studios as the OX is not a perfect recreation but rather a real world solution for those of us who can't record loud amps in our recording situations.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Bingo!

[@MariJu1ce]

Mick awesome singing man! You can totally do it, just believe in yourself

[@flaviocatalanoguitar]

This is OUTSTANDING! I'm using a setup that maybe can be interesting and very related to this episode: my Bogner Helios is going through a Suhr reactive load and this whole system is routed through a loop of my Line6 Helix; from there I go straight to the board using a couple of IR's in parallel and in stereo. But not only this, via two separated outputs, I'm going also to a stereo VHT power amp and run a stereo real cabinet setup. That setup is a dream come true for me and it's heavenly whenever I go out and play: super consistent sound in the PA and MY sound on stage, without the hassle of live mic positioning and such. Hope that would usefull to someone. AWESOME work again guys, keep it up, you're a joy for all of us guitar addicted! Cheers from Milan, Flavio!

[@brendan2871]

Mick, that solo is a bloody freight train. Dan, your singing style is fantastic, and I absolutely love the vocals that follow the beginning of the guitar solo. Brilliant stuff, both of you.

[@VladyslavHrinko]

Wow gentleman! That was something that I was not expecting at all! Now - we all want an album!!!! I loved it so much!

[@byebyebeano8616]

Fantastic! I loooove your vocals. Very cool to see you sweat and give it a real go! Keep on doing that!

[@jazzmasternovo]

Wow! More of this please, much more! Thanks for a great show TPS!

[@ryanmaroney4793]

One of the best shows you've ever done! This is tons of fun to fly on the wall with you. More of this please.

[@CGCEifel]

What a great song. Touchy, catchy, smart and rocksolid. I had the TV running behind my back and turned around to check for some of my all time faves maybe being resurrected. And then there was Dan ripping it :-) I'd buy the album.

[@MrWilson-WithaPbass]

Love the music ! great job guys . Yes real world ,live show and studio . This pedal was great in this circumstance,not to mention guitars and amps. Love it man . Yes please more . Thanks guys .

[@nicennice]

Most fun video yet. Really enjoyed it. That studio looked amazing. Great playing AND pretty good singing. I have a Two Notes Captor I've recently bought. Love this technology cranking the crap out my Vox AC15 and Fender Super Champ and recording it. So much fun. Your channel is great so many people enjoying this stuff.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you kindly!

[@HiHello-ku1fl]

I'm really impressed with both of your songs. Good stuff! I don't know why but I was surprised. I guess I should have expected that. You guys rock!

[@brianstewart947]

Hot Damn!! Excellent work gents. Both songs now reside in my iTunes library. More please!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you Brian!

[@urbanwikstrom9246]

That was a real eyeopener.......! That`s why my guitarsolos never cuts through in the mix when home recording. Micks solo did, (to my ears), sound quite bright and harsh, but in the mix.........great! Thanks guys! Always nice to learn something new.

[@AZFunk]

That was terrific, loved both songs. You guys are just the best and a real treasure to the guitar community.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Blimey. Thanks Doug!

[@Dave_Sacca]

GREAT episode! I love hearing you guys create music, and I welcome more of it in the future. Great episode!

[@n3rdg4m3r]

Absolutely brilliant show, and great music tracks. Kudos to you both! Can't wait to see what you come up with next. I agree hearing a pedal demo is different than using it in a mix for some context. Love the work you do on TPS, you have opened my eyes to so many different pedals and sounds than i thought possible.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you!

[@eddietrucco9969]

This was surely one of your greatest. The fact that everything is taken in a musical context is wonderful. Sure, we all love massive guitar tones but it is one thing to play by yourself than playing within the mix. I applaud you and root you on your new journey. Rock on dudes.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thanks so much Eddie, interesting times ahead for sure :)

[@robomalo]

Thanks for pushing me over the fence to finally just get the OX! Re what Mick said about singing: I am also a guitarist first of 25 years and totally relate. My new project needed a singer and I decided to give singing a try because Dan once said to learn how to sing to be a better guitarist. We just finished a full length and it was rewarding to get out of my comfort zone/put the work in. It turned out way better than we imagined. Thanks for the motivation fellas!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Niiice - Great work John. Liberating isn’t it?!

[@robomalo]

That Pedal Show - It really is! Singing has made me think about keys and notes in such a different way. Also worth noting: My G2 was clutch in the studio! It allowed me to just play and experiment so naturally. Wish I had it years and YEARS ago. Cheers.

[@JelteNoordveld]

Mick, your vocals sound truly wonderful. Guitars are superb, as expected. Great tune guys!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you!

[@rune288]

never enough. Great song. great vocals. sounded awesome

[@rodgoodbrand5359]

It's true,...I am emotionally invested with you two. So it is what it is.... but having said that. It has been a long time since listened to a song and got top to bottom goose bumps for real guy's. no less that twice. Love you guys thankyou for all you do.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Wow, thank you Rod. That’s a big deal!

[@Bhh-j2s]

Bravo!!! Great to see you two stretching out and putting your talents on display. Fun to watch and highly informative. Killer tones to boot.....

[@willgoodfellow4235]

Every time I see you guys I think to myself how lucky I've been to hang out with you in Brighton. You're the best. (PS Mick- the offer to have my Landau strat on the show still stands!)

[@alperademi7538]

wonderful songs, wonderful tones...thank you guys!

[@Jetknight774]

Thanks for the video! I loved hearing the difference between the OX and the real cabs. Also used your playing the solo stem soloed for some ear training and tried to pick it out! Good fun, and a GREAT solo!

[@Five0Music]

I really enjoyed this video, having listened to both the first and second parts before and after (this week) I bought an Ox. I understand the excitement and inspiration now. Thanks for letting us in on your journey!

[@ptugman]

Brilliant! As an aging, Ebay addled, reformed musician I never expected to fall so deep into the rabbit hole called That Pedal Show. For years acoustic treatments seemed to be the only antidote to the endless 60 cycle frustration coming from my basement lair. But as the old adage says: "when the student is ready, the teacher will appear", I found your web channel. Your ability to render context to the sonically oblique triggered a surge of dopamine that revived my will to SCHWANG! Keep up the good work, you had me at signal path.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Ah blimey Pat, thank you so much for the kind words. Dan and I are overwhelmed at these responses. We’re proud to be of some use!

[@ptugman]

Thanks, Mick? As for your latest posting, I agree fully with your extending the TPS curriculum into real world application of effects in recording and stage. I certainly would appreciate a series on recording tips and tricks.

[@bnbsda]

Love the show! You guys should be Stoked, both of the tracks sounded great you both played and sang excellent. It’s not easy to track and than Critique your own ART! It is your personal ART and it Rock’s!! Well done👍

[@riccaregio]

Massive thank you guys! The tracks are GREAAAAT! They sound HUGE! And thanks for, as you said, to put everything you do every week in context. Really appreciate that. Keep going strong. If you will make an album I will buy three copies!

[@edthejester]

Maaaaaaaan these are great songs! I'm bobbing my head here! You guys are an inspiration and I thank you.

[@edwardbosloper2445]

This is absolutely brilliant! Fantastic two tracks with brilliant gear and awesome tips on recording. Pretty amazing I think!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you Edward!

[@Isaac-Draper]

Really hearing the Crowded House influence in the harmonies in Dan's track. Love it

[@Isaac-Draper]

Lol, obviously posted before I heard the Neil Finn comment!

[@paultwiselton1996]

MAN ALIVE YOU GUYS!! This show has been an exhilerating, moving and fascinating confirmation of what musicians you are. (AND what a legend of an awesome drummer.) Keep keep doing it, for it's my pleasure. BRILLIANT!!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Bloody hell, thanks Paul! Very kind!

[@robertwood8605]

Thanks for the video and the podcast. I listen to the podcast every week.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Ah, that’s ace, cheers Robert :)

[@twat75]

Sure someone has already said it but we need a "more ass than class" TPS shirt. Wonderful episode gentleman. Definitely need more of this full track goodness from you guys.

[@MarkDelsing]

Fantastic episode, gentlemen! Mick, you have a great voice and the opening verse of your song is now stuck in my head. Dan, your song would not sound out of place on "Woodface". Glorious! Your comments about making the show more about music are spot on, and I feel like you've actually been doing that for a while. That's yours is the best "pedal" show around. And... "both our Hiwatts"? You glorious bastards. 😊

[@stevieboy444]

Love this. Great to see things being put into real world context. Killer solo sounds too!

[@ampoll88]

Love the songs and your channel! I truly enjoy what you guys do and your passion for music.

[@ThatPedalShow]

Thank you!

[@jeffrosen2010]

Wow I’ve been a fan of the show for a long time but I absolutely love the direction you guys went with this. I love hearing everything in context. Mick, the bit at 53:11 really inspired me and It feels like the kick in the ass I need!! What a brilliant little pearl of wisdom. Thank you.

[@ThatPedalShow]

That’s awesome Jeff - that’s the best possible effect this show can have. Motivate people to make and enjoy music. Good for the soul, good for the brain, good for life. As long as the ONLY reason you do it is because you love it. Otherwise it can be a giant PItA!

[@hitnorcal]

My favorite channel on ALL of KZbin.

[@tomhand1070]

We need an album!!! I'm not kidding....these two tracks are some of the best music I've heard in quite some time!! Love it!!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Ah, cheers Tom, that’s very kind. It’s looking more and more likely :)

[@glassmoon91]

Thank you guys so much for doing this!!! I'm currently mulling over buying an OX and you guys demoed it exactly how I would be using it in the studio!!! Y'all's music is killer!!!!

[@sandrews7760]

I listen to podcast... without the visuals you here the pedals and other beautiful bouff in an entirely different way. Which is just lovely,, As a fully functioning debt slave, anything that gets you through the day and keeps your hands free to work to the fricking bone... Am I right guys... yeah I’m right... fricking nailed it..

[@tedayre]

I look forward to hearing some pedals and different setups in a band context. I'm sure that it will be illuminating to many about what they prefer, and what works for them in what context. Saying that though, the best thing to see is you guys both having fun, because it inspires many of us to re-focus and just have a bit of fun with our music too!

[@andreasdavour9973]

What Mick said about his guitar sounding harsh in the beginning, and Dan focusing on how well it sat in the mix reminds me of some similar impressions I have gotten lately. Having listened to some isolated tracks of guitar, I often heard sounds that I would never had dialed in, but that obviously work in context. Being a mixing engineer and a producer is way harder than I ever imagined, and these experiences have taught me how different a skill set that is.

[@jonbailey6052]

Really enjoyed that guys, very well done.

[@stevewilson3603]

I'm a home studio amateur/enthusiast and any content you guys do with regard to getting a sound in the studio rather than live, I'm in. This is a great video & really useful. Good stuff.

[@fishvishnu]

Excellent tracks, guys! Really impressed (surprised?) with both Dan's and Mick's singing, as well as the tones, the songwriting, and the production (both audio and video). Well done! And it's a bonus that this is a super helpful and interesting video. I'm sure I'll come back many times for reference. Do more like this!

[@scot-combs]

"In Context" undeniably informative and entertaining ... this is why I watch every week. Endlessly interesting. Well done, gentlemen.

[@jaccootten2725]

I was just heading over here to re-re-watch part one of this video as I have just order myself an OX and there you were, with the long awaited part 2! 😃 Awesomeness. Thanks guys! Can’t wait to receive the OX now..

[@merrittsquared]

This is great guys! It’s good to see stuff like this as a reminder that all the noodling and all the gear matters most when you can put it into context of great songs and music. That and of course practicing actual songs so when you get to piece it all together is makes sense as a whole. Cheers.

[@arthurfunkarelli]

What we've learned is that the guitar sounds awesome, always. What an instrument! Fantastic work on the songs, guys; playing guitar, bass, singing lead, harmonies. Truly great to see you two having so much "serious" fun. I'm never more happy or content in my life than when I'm recording albums in a professional studio. There is definitely a feeling of "this is what I am meant to be doing" every time. I see that familiar stoke in this video. I look forward to watching the evolution of your thing. Inspiring...and fun...always fun! Bravo!

[@Bealzeebozzo]

Thanks so much for making those tunes available early for us Patreon boosters as a special download guys. Great tunes and really well produced gents. You should be proud lads!

[@ThatPedalShow]

Ah, cheers Kman, thank YOU for all your support :)

[@Bealzeebozzo]

Pleasure guys really. Wish I was in a position to support you guys more than I can at the moment. I have learned quite a lot from you two fine gentlemen over the travels. Cheers lads. :)

[@masque1313]

great video and both songs were really really cool and performed very well! thanks for posting.

[@MrSh8ky]

Thanks so much guys. You’ve inspired me to get off my arse and make some music. Sounds are great but it really is about the music and songs. Keep up the great work and I look forward to following your journey. Cheers Marty from Melbourne

[@DIYivan04]

Pumped to see where this goes. Great songs. INCREDIBLE content!

[@Redshiftly]

Fantastic show.... I really appreciate that you shared your work in context with the Ox. I ordered one last night and wanted to hear one in an actual mix. Excellent job on writing, singing, playing and reviewing the Ox with the comparison of the actual mic'd cabs.... Thank you....

[@mackimm11]

You guys are not just good at what you do. You're also amazing human beings. Btw love this new direction of context i.e. using gear in actually making music. Always loved your show, but this just keeps getting better and better. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us.

[@trimmusic6571]

Brilliant stuff guys! Really fun to see your journey with those tracks, and they're good tracks too. Keep bring brave 😉

[@otherGuise]

+100 to the deepcut honesty. I feel like we've walked through the same woods.

[@josequibaoneto4586]

AHhh guys, your rock!!!! What an incredible show, as usual. The tracks...ohh the tracks. Congrats TPS! Always making the best of my Fridays, thank you for that.

[@jegl1012]

Great episode guys.... warm greetings from Panama!!!