Board To Death Ep. 35 - Arianna Powell (Halsey/Olivia Rodrigo) | EarthQuaker Devices

[@eerbrev]

Man, her voice leading is *killer*. It first hit me in that "organ-ish" segment, and then just kept hitting me. Such respect.

[@lorenperelman4517]

Yeah - she is clearly an exceptional musician. She commands enormous respect without being ostentatious at all, which is especially impressive.

[@maxpeck4154]

That organ sound was pretty cool

[@jtc2112]

Agreed, that organ tone was killer

[@christophersambuco9414]

KILLER is the word that I was thinking also. I really would rather hear her with a more stripped down sound, but I guess it's actually Humble of her to allow all of the processing of her sound put her pure sound and playing sort of in the background

[@davebertoletti]

What a player she is. Her style is so mellow and elegant, yet punchy and aggressive when needed. A very gifted musician, if you ask me.

[@williamj.sheehan2001]

I'm new to Arianna, but thoroughly impressed by her playing and her demeanor. It's great how she has mastered the pedal board and its intricacies, but if you've ever seen her in the Fender Squier Sonic demo videos, you soon realize that she also plays absolutely beautifully without a lot of effects. Her fingerstyle compositions will tug at your heartstrings.

[@eph_kni]

THE BEST contemporary guitarist in the main light and such a fresh voice in the world of jazz guitarists. All of her renditions are super informed and emotional. Her IG is full of her renditions and originals and some have literally brought me to tears. Top 3 favorite guitarists and a huge inspiration for me.

[@Grant_Ferstat]

Very rarely does someone manage to sound this musical to me with every element of a big board. Arianna has a lot of stuff going on but none of it seems superfluous the way that she uses it. She's really a terrific musician.

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

yep!

[@patsquanch]

I'm thoroughly impressed with how well she knows her setup and her gear -- like the back of her hand, for real. Awesome.

[@MichaelWatts]

One of the most lyrical players out there. Massive talent.

[@joegearing1745]

I could listen to her noodle amazing musical bits and ideas all day. Great stuff.

[@Grant_Ferstat]

Killer player with a great understanding of the application of what she has on her board.

[@hiroprotagonitis]

She’s so good it’s unreal

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

Really though

[@jefflogan334]

Glad I watched all the way through. That filter patch at the end was absolutely killer. What a great player. I love seeing musicians who really know their tools.

[@rustyl.6358]

I don't know who Halsey is, but Arianna is a player's player. Absolute talent as a guitarist and an artist's imagination she applies to her playing ability. 1,000% utmost respect.

[@aerialcombat]

This is the best pedal demo video I've ever seen, please feature her more often

[@alexmasters23]

I watched this once to see what pedals she has and to validate my GAS. I watched it again to watch how her fingers move. I watched it again to try to play along. And I've kept on watching it over and over and over. She's just so damn good!

[@BK-lx5mo]

Terrific chord voicing knowledge-very inspiring.

[@Madmax-rz5hz]

Some lovely chord progressions there

[@daddyrocker1000]

100% on the Avalanche Run reverb...best I've ever used...it's so perfectly dreamy

[@michaelkay611]

Absolutely beautiful playing. And a clearly deep understanding of how to get fantastic, diverse tones from all of these pedals. I hear some gospel/hymn influenced voice leading and incredible touch on every note. Thank you!

[@michaelyahner6695]

super cool the variety of tones/sounds she gets out of that. I feel like she could jump in anywhere and play anything.

[@leascaart]

Arianna is an amazing guitarist!!

[@MatthewHyatt]

Her phrasing is ridiculous. She's one of the best in my book.

[@dinosaurman1270]

We need more Ariannas in this world

[@Jillz_Wutnot]

Perfect lineup of effects and blend of tones!

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

Glad you think so!

[@wesebeling]

I started watching this video having no idea that I was going to be mesmerized for the next 12 minutes and 20 seconds. This was so amazing and maybe even strangely calming.

[@yourguitarpal]

such good taste with chords

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

Thanks for listening

[@Vendemiair]

I know nothing about guitars but got here after seeing her perform for Olivia Rodrigo. I especially like her playing for "Deja Vu".

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

Thank you very much for your interest in Arianna's playing and for stopping by!

[@Vendemiair]

@@EarthQuakerDevices Thank you for the welcome! I was also curious what she was tapping with her foot during that video and several others. Now I know, and it's always nice to know something new.

[@PeteLamont]

Incredible player and a very versatile rig.

[@PerryLevy]

I can listen to her play for hours! Amazing!

[@baimun]

So glad that you are getting this spotlight, Arianna!!! I took note of your fantastic cleaner tones and chord voicings on the BBC Radio 1 you did with Halsey a few years back on that Jonas Bros cover of "Sucker". And ~thank you~ (sarcasm marks) for showing me the J.Rockett Tim Pierce pedal. Tim is one of my favorites. Also the Afterneath!... so crazy unique!!

[@markpowell4082]

Agree 100%... she killed it on "Sucker"... it sounds like she had a lot in that arrangement

[@rexlore]

Sister Rosetta Tharpe gibson style guitar is so awesome to see

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

The best!

[@-Atmos1]

The Spatial Delivery sounded particularly awesome . Great representation of Great Pedals .

[@martianmurray]

I’ve had my eyes on that spatial delivery. I love every other EQD I have so I imagine I’d love that one too.

[@monkeypawism]

Amazing tone. That spatial pedal was trippy.

[@evanbjammin]

5:40 so much yes!

[@johngalvez5237]

She’s fantastic

[@MrWilson-WithaPbass]

She is Awesome !

[@GloveBunniesVideos]

That SG is so cool!

[@carltonjones2915]

Yo yo this is the best exploration of sound and pedals that I've come across in a minute. Real real musician definitely going to keep up on you and subscribe. Peace ✌🏾

[@mr.champlinssciencechannel906]

Amazingly precise playing!

[@nickybhoof]

what a great guitar player, damn.

[@libert906]

Amazing lady of guitar players.

[@veerchasm1]

Great playing and sounds. Well done

[@coleemmersonhallman5329]

what a pretty guitar (and wicked playing)

[@liquidsolids9415]

I think I need a Spatial Delivery now. That was rad. Thanks for the cool walkthrough!

[@annunacky4463]

Very personable and reasonable sounding lady. And yeah, she rocks as a performer. Sweet lesson.

[@snicker576]

Damn she's great!!! Gotta look into her

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

She will be back very soon! Subscribe for more

[@nick57325]

Fantastic playing Arianna. Tasty riffs, tasty board

[@johnlattimer350]

Our ears seem to like a lot of the same things. Still like my verb from a '64 Fender stand-alone tank. Very tweakable through the mixer. Won't go anywhere without a Hoof. The JRAD Archer is a very good Klon clone for OD. The OCD Ge adds some butter. Get the time-based stuff from a Keeley Monterey and an EQD Pyramids. Is it sad that I'm still using a DOD DFX 91 from the 80's for delay?! ;O Not really. Bought it new and she still does what she was meant to. ;) Yeah, I'm old enough to be your dad, but I still Love to play just as much as I did when I was 14! ;D Hope you all maintain the Love of making music at least as long as I have. The tools may change; the passion doesn't.

[@spacebass79g98]

Killer board and licks. Tone is perfect.

[@Infinighost]

Absolute dream guitar. Someday 🤞 Glad to see someone play awesome & creative riffs on it.

[@harveycan5820]

Attack high, release slow.... Great motto!

[@Seriouslycantplayguitar]

I love it! Digging the slot to experiment with pedals, I feel like for its a great way to keep the board mostly familiar but try out different stuff to inspire, but you said that way better.

[@mistertwister4862]

Killin’ it, Arianna 🔥

[@taygafrux]

wow! I've just received used EQD Spatial Delivery today! Playin' all day long. So Arianna use it, very nice pedal! Bought all my envelope filter pedals and finally satisfied with Spatial Delivery! Recomended!

[@susancorgi]

wow great distortion tone!

[@mr5811]

1:57 blew my mind

[@leevitalone]

very cool great board very diverse, I like IT!

[@komagome03]

Such a classy girl, her playing is stunning and she knows exactly what she is doing with the pedals. Very inspiring.

[@OIP_1]

super tasteful player! all the tones are bang on as well.

[@blackdogrover]

Great player. Great tones. My favorite guitar. Ever! Maybe some day I will actually own one. Oh. And, I want every pedal on her board. Which, I think, is the whole point of this vid. 🎶🎶🌻🌈🌅🎶🎶

[@dieterniedereder2336]

So beautiful i love it - a must have it

[@Jamesjimjimmy]

Great video. Their music isn't really my cup of tea but I just gained a newfound respect for Halsey

[@PageandPlant4Life]

That opening riff makes me feel like I'm out on the open water with my tasty treats

[@joshw9736]

She’s bad ass

[@theoliviaarchives4794]

Awesome episode. That Spacial Delivery reminds me of the Zvex Ooh Wah.

[@christopherfettes390]

Her tones with the Spatial Delivery pretty easily convinced me I need one.

[@Kweesh]

Those first few chords were a welcome surprise

[@izzyfontaine]

an absolute legend

[@tmitz73]

this girl is Ruling!!!

[@wsurfn]

Wow, she is great.

[@ryangunwitch-black]

That is a beautiful guitar.

[@soysos.tuffsound]

Killer technique and tone!

[@chaza.2891]

Her reverb game is karayzay!!!

[@imnotfishing]

Instant fan here. Something really sensitive and deliberate in her playing. I’m thinking she’s done some studying music wise. 👍🗽🔝

[@mohawkbear8768]

She’s a great player. Nothing she played was redundant and great board

[@MetalMike2112]

That Was Awesome

[@Relayer6a]

Great to have a pedal(s) demo where the artist actually knows how to use the particular pedals. Most reviews the player turns the knobs without knowing what they are really going to get and then act like that's what they wanted all along. LOL

[@mikomusic1]

This vid has convinced me to dig my POG2 out of storage.

[@jimblestotalwar9450]

How did it ever get there in the first place??

[@TNNLZ]

Excellent 👍

[@landisix9709]

Arianna gives me a little of that Terri Nunn resemblance from Berlin.

[@chrislocke9157]

Very cool

[@plutoloco2378]

That organ thing is tight.

[@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n]

wow

[@mannyfragoza9652]

i didnt know EQD made sort of an Autowah hmmmm prob my next pedal

[@Daniel-rg9sl]

She rips.

[@jodieunganum1465]

Band eq or parametric eq? Thats my question. I think the parametric eq is better but they are rare and most times not so affordebel. I mean there is no need to go for cheap cheap but there is not a lot under 200 euros to Start with. I found some for under a 100. Now i ask myself is it worth to try them. I use GEB 7 pedals. I know there are better once out there but.... could it be a little ugley duckling for 40 snots? It is no need that the pedal must be better but simular effective. They are always on so the mechanic can be crap. No need for a dicend switch. ... actually i need guitar and patch cables... so funk the eq . Cool Video. I love the Board to death Show. Thx 🥳

[@RevolutionClub69]

nice guitar

[@simondalemusic]

Duuuude she's so sick

[@Supernautiloid]

POG

[@rocketdoggo]

She plays each pedal perfectly. You can tell she's really into effects and has probably sat around for days messing with each of them.

[@KodyXXVll]

it's wired in stereo but going into a mono amp it seems. I wonder if there is a point in her signal chain where the stereo signal is summed into mono or am i missing something?

[@kcapkcans]

I'd assume there is a summing box/switch. I got one from Saturnworks (I think?)

[@sifelaver]

Any idea which Supro that is in the background?

[@Alex-eo9of]

Looks like the Black Magick Combo to me

[@middle_pickup]

I hope Jonas has her play the solos. haha

[@craigwood8862]

That thing at about 6 minutes is amazing. Modern Radiohead?

[@timwhite794]

Great demo Ariana. What was the first fuzz pedal you played?

[@mono-liz]

It’s a Hoof Fuzz from EQD

[@joegearing1745]

Does anyone know what the riff she's playing at 11:31 is from? If that's a song that exists somewhere, I need to find it

[@yaveeya2992]

The track Stripped is amazing..! Halsey and her can pass as Sisters..

[@PageandPlant4Life]

Why do I wanna have a picnic now?

[@Zeal808]

Jimi Hendrix’s SG?

[@chrisattigliato1]

Low key reminds me of the modulated side of Zach Abelz

[@endezeichengrimm]

I thought that hoof would be another Klone.

[@alexbreyer6921]

It copies a Russian Big Muff.