Deep Purple's Steve Morse Rig Rundown Guitar Gear Tour

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Tessa Jeffers chatted with the man of many bands, Deep Purple guitarist Steve Morse, just before the band performed at Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium. Morse sticks with the signature gear he designed: Ernie Ball Music Man axes and Engl amps.
Morse has a boat full of signature axes, but it all started with the Ernie Ball Music Man that he’s been playing since he designed it in 1986-this guitar remains his No. 1 favorite guitar of all time. Morse modeled it after a Frankenstein Telecaster that he made from both Fender and Gibson parts early in his career. The Ernie Ball Music Man Steve Morse has a unique HSSH configuration with signature DiMarzio pickups and a complex switching system.
Morse designed his second wave signature model 20 years after the first, hence the name Ernie Ball Music Man SM-Y2D. It has a flame-maple top, and he favors this Y2D with a red and purple tinted finish and Floyd Rose while playing with Deep Purple on tunes like “Smoke on the Water.” The Y2D has one less single-coil than the first generation Steve Morse signature model, making for an HSH configuration with a multi-pull switch for an option to use the humbuckers together. Morse strings his standard-tuned axes up with Ernie Ball Super Slinkys (.009-.042) and uses .011s on guitars tuned to dropped-D.
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[@Guitar5986]

Met Steve after a Deep Purple performance when I was 14 years old. He was standing off to the side of the stage signing autographs for people who at the time had no idea who he was. Steve just kind of had his head down and was going through the motions. I was a huge fan and got a little nervous telling him how he was such a big influence on me as an aspiring guitar player. He looked up, put his hand on my shoulder, put on a big smile and said "Wow thanks man! That really means a lot!" I kind of blacked out from the excitement of being spoken to by one of my idols. I just remember him patting me on the back while I kind of stuttered something before shaking his hand and running away in an elated daze.

[@rihamy2nd]

Great comment.

[@jayrobb9]

+Guitar5986 It may sound silly (or it may not), you you can almost tell he's a nice guy from his playing. It just has this tasteful 'friendly' sound to it.

[@dorianvaz7572]

Yes, great comment. I remember patting Al DiMeola on the back once, probably too hard. I kept thinking "wow, he's an actual human being, damn!

[@micktaylor204]

jayrobb9

[@jonblackers4339]

jayrobb91 year agoDP music does not need "nice", it needs agression, drama, exitement..

[@chrisccs2112]

Firstly, I'm a massive Blackmore fan. I have to say Steve Morse is without doubt one of the most lovely, humble, genuine human beings you could ever meet. A true musician that has time for anybody. The Kansas albums he did are superb!!!!

[@Jermeister12]

Hell Yeah!!! I'm a huge KANSAS fan . I love those 2 lp's . Saw both tours .Amazing how Steve mimic'd the violin.

[@Adipsia1]

Steve's a very rare-breed; multi-talented but ego-free. He's always got time for people and the light never seems to stop shining through him. A role-model on so many levels. And he's created a Swiss army-knife of a guitar that covers everything. Tessa's a really good interviewer too, she let's him talk freely without constantly interrupting like many interviewers.

[@Corey_G]

Peter Cooper , You said it perfectly, not many interviewers let the interviewed speak. They always try to pre guess what their gonna say etc .... ;0)

[@Chente73]

What's not to love about Tessa?

[@ukcats82]

I couldn't agree more. He is also VERY intelligent, and knows a lot about electronics and computers, sound and gear

[@johnhumphries505]

I wouldn't say that Steve always has time for people. I've observed him before and he avoids distractions to focus on things that matter. So no, he does not have a minute for anybody about anything.

[@marklangston3017]

Instablaster.

[@cybrunel1016]

Steve Morse is to guitar what Gary Oldman is to acting, a chameleon. The man can play anything on a virtuoso level. Top notch.

[@jackoconnor6797]

I've been coming back to this video a few times a year, for the last 7 years just to watch that intro 10 times over

[@ChuckNorrisCutsMyLaw]

One of the best rig rundowns ever and all he talking about was two guitars,one amp, and one pedal.

[@Jay-sy5yf]

Steve is not just a guitar player. He's a musician. Big difference.

[@coreyzimmerman9782]

And a pilot!

[@RobertWilliams-mb8td]

He’s both a great guitarist and musician and artist … This comment is from Bob Williams … Steve and I played in a band together his senior year in college … I love the way his music and career have progressed ✌️😎👍

[@jeffdawson2786]

Steve is a gentleman’s gentleman in every interview, with a career and body of recorded work that few guitarists can rival. 🎸

[@sullimd]

Steve just gets it. He gets his place in the mix. He gets guitar tones. He gets how to use amps. Its always refreshing to see these "dumb, long-hair, hippy, rock stars" speak so intelligently about their craft. He's a guitar genius. Anyone who can stay in this industry as long as he has deserves all the success he has.

[@fastguitars4380]

What a nice guy, and so willing to share. Good interview, especially when you consider he is about to gig.

[@88omair]

Fastguitars He's willing to share because he knows noone can touch him even with all his secrets :). But actually I think he just loves music and talking about it. Even though I'm not a guitarist, I love watching his interviews for that reason

[@whiketurner6249]

+Omair Sheikh He's a gearhead and a helluva player.

[@weewilly49]

+Fastguitars I've read over and over that Steve is the most agreeable, even tempered super-musician you will ever meet!

[@kurt57b]

+Wee Willy What a difference he must have been to Blackmore. Just as Gillan often said, a cloud lifted from the band.

[@800764]

+kurt57b Its not really fair to blame Ritchie Blackmore entirely for the problems Deep Purple had when he was in the band. I know he's a perfectionist and can be a bit of a control freak but Ian Gillan has said that he played his part in causing some of the issues due to his apparent partying\drinking lifestyle at the time. Thankfully they've both mellowed a bit in their old age :)

[@IPushHard]

Steve is one of those guys, that I would hear and instantly think... I can never ever touch this. Amazing player...obsessive about practicing. How fortunate for Deep Purple that he took on the gig, because he is the guy that will get it right. Tessa did a fantastic job! Impressive... and Steve was obviously also very impressed.

[@indiofernandez3059]

Soy pintor y admirador de steve morse y me voy a pintar una remera con aerografo con la imagen de mi idolo ❤

Steve is so good and kind. Just a great player and person all-round

[@lisagy4354]

Copping that Eric Johnson stuff ......still a great guitar virtuoso

[@dorianvaz7572]

He can cop the Eric Johnson stuff, but he has miles of his own stuff. Eric is amazing for his voice on the guitar, but Steve is more of a chameleon that at the same time always sounds like himself. And that's not even mentioning Steve's classical guitar compositions which Eric doesn't really aim for, as a composer.

[@bob5951]

Yeah He REALLY is - just the nicest guy . . . not to mention an awesome guitarist/composer. I've met him a couple of times at clinics back in the 80's . . .

[@josegelabert4140]

I met Steve Morse once in the mid 90s when he was with the Dixie Dregs and man he is one of the nicest guy I ever met. I remember before playing the first song he was having a technical problem with his amps and while his tech was working on the problem he was telling some jokes to the audience just to entertain us. That the kind of guy Steve is. He really kept his cool.

[@danieldayton3497]

Saw listened & had a photo pass Beacon Theater 11/19. Waited with the die hard fans behind a velvet rope for the band to come out to the tour bus. He came over to sign, not me but I kinda belted out “My first ever CD was yours!” He turned, acknowledged me & smiled. All true he put out a solo instrumental album I think it was ‘82 or ‘83 my 1st Compact Disc

[@colejustesen]

Steve seems like a such a nice guy! I appreciate musicians like him; down to earth, answers questions to the fullest, and truly loves guitar. Thanks PG for a great interview.

[@rolibrother]

What an amazing guy he is! My highest respect to him for his music and his personality!

[@Rickzenbackzer]

Its great when the big guitarists actually come and talk about their own gear instead of the guitar tech doing it. Btw; Does anyone know what song he's playing in the intro?

[@alvaroguimaraes8610]

Gonk It's 'sometimes i feel like screaming'

[@Rickzenbackzer]

Alvaro Guimaraes Thanks!

[@runrabbitrun4342]

+Mrlz56 Yeah I though so to, iTS hard to watch because of it.

[@800764]

+Mrlz56 I've watched this a few times and have to agree. Steve does look kind of uncomfortable. I've seen this a couple of times in other interviews. I guess he's just the kind of guy that would rather get on with playing the music that he makes instead of talking about it.

[@KeeperOfPoops]

i know, i dislike every single video where a fuckboy techie does the review instead of the actual guitarist, i love this comment though about the John Petrucci one asking where is he, one reply said he was sucking on Portnoy's dick

[@FOHguy]

Met Steve on a first class flight about a hundred years ago across the Atlantic. He asked me for my name for free tickets to a London show. (Yeah. He'll remember, ...) Decided to check will call the night of the show. Fourth row center, Band Crew backstage passes. (I worked 12 years as a roadie for various bands. But, my new wife was amazed). Incredible person.

[@giggs102]

what a nice dude

[@88omair]

One of the finest guitarists/musicians/composers to walk the earth. Living legend right here. Oh and he's got a great sense of humour, though surprisingly he doesn't throw around his usual puns in this video.

[@JohnS-ei7ol]

Best rig rundown so far. Amazing guitar player with an intelligent explanation of his gear choices and usage. Great to hear that he still practices everyday and doesn't always enjoy it, a lesson to all.

[@GlennDeLauneOfficial]

Very good interview!! Excellent Job Tessa!! One of THE Best I've seen from PG. Keep up the great work. You asked all the right questions.

[@paulandlesson]

Studied at Stetson (DeLand, Fla) and met Steve several times. Yes, he is humble, nice, very smart (airplane pilot) and a BRILLIANT musician. Although already an unbelievable guitarist and composer , he was Influenced by Juan Mercadal (University of Miami). Everything about Steve's approach to music is transcendental to me. My father's favorite guitarist was Chet, my favorite guitarist has always been and will always be Mr. Morse. I also wanted to say that the young lady, did a great interview. You could tell Steve was impressed with her knowledge. Guitarists Rule. Peace

[@rogeliogamboa7644]

Steve Mose - what a humble guy - and so dedicated to divulging accurate information about his guitars and the controls & settings - I'm not a technical person, just love listening to music - but he really explained hi-tech stuff in simple terms - very informative - and to my mind one of the all time greatest guitarists - he has not allowed fame to make him arrogant - unlike, some other famous guitarist's **

[@jackleyton5504]

Steve is not only one of the finest rock/fusion guitarist ever, but one of the nicest people you could ever meet. I remember a gig Steve played in toronto ontario about 30 years ago playing in a three piece dreggs act. The power kept going on and off and he had to reprogram his rack each time with a big smile on his face. I was up against the stage right in front of him. I guess it was clear to him that I was a guitarist and a huge fan. In the middle of one of his amazing solos he gave me the most incredible, reassuring smile that somehow said "keep playing and you will be great". What a great guy with more modesty than possible for such an incredible musician. You totally rock Steve!!

[@ClassyOldMusic]

I believe he's one of the most interesting and personable super star guitar players ever. I also believe one could learn a lot from this video. He's somewhat unique in that he's not only an awesome guitar player, but he really knows "Tech" as well. I can watch it over and over and learn one thing new after another. Fantastic Guy! Great Video! Thanks for Posting!

[@reidmcclure1438]

So true Classy! Steve’s enthusiasm is contagious. Here he has devoted so much time to Tessa in this interview and it shows his dedication to the craft. She has really prepared well for her meeting with Steve and it shows. Such an awesome individual...Thank’s Steve! You’ve kept me in awe since 1976!

[@Juaniguitarra86]

great interview, Steve is a killer player and a true gentleman

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

i met him in '84 after a dregs gig at washington and lee university in Va. He was alone in a Kroger supermarket. Super nice guy!!

[@tomcoryell]

Robert Whitcomb Ha! I just read this after saying Super nice guy! about Steve.

[@gsmeeuwsen]

Morse is so insanely good at playing and composing. One of the best ever, and so humble. I own all of his recordings, which are all incredible.

[@RakelaK67]

about frickin' time ...... the rig of the greatest "all-genre" guitarist on the planet

[@Fred196407]

As an older guy I appreciate where he's coming from with what hurts. So you find other ways of doing it. I also like the fact that he's not hell bent on shredding all the time which I find can get quite tiring. An awful lot of players seem to want to be the fastest but don't appreciate any melodic structure to their sound. Thank you to Steve Morse for you're Humble patience in explaining your kit. It was a pleasure to watch.

[@flaviobarretto]

It's amazing to watch Steve talking so passionately about his sound after all these years. I guess the quest for the perfect tone is just endless. He's also so humble... Thanks, Premier Guitar :)

[@ellokittymew]

Excellent interview. The right questions and she knew what their audience wanted to hear. You could hear Steve get excited as he was able to talk in depth about his gear - especially since he helped design so much of it.

[@davidepannone6021]

This is why Steve's one of my fav of all time. Such a down to earth guy and happy to share his years of wisdom with everybody.

[@Jermeister12]

Same here buddy.

[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

I know a word perfectly describing Morse - inspiring. He's just so enthusiastic it makes me want to pick up guitar while just watching this.

[@graemeyetts3465]

I did, and still do.

[@Superjet113]

Saw Steve Morse Band 2 years ago opening for Joe Satriani and his tone was SUPREME(and so was his playing)! I fell in love with the Engl sound and I had to go out and buy a Engl head.

[@SlightReturn666]

What an absolutely _great_ human being. Talent and work ethic simply off the charts. But oh so humble. A fine, fine person to say the least. The light shines so very very bright here

[@TheShredfester]

Awesome!!! Steve Morse is an American Icon, I met him in 2000 and he was such a gracious man.. It was at a small venue in Sauget, Illinois and he nailed everything he played, sounded just like the recordings.. Been a fan since the mid 80's and after meeting him I became a bigger fan because he's humble and appreciative to all his fans.. He covers a lot of musical territory and trying to pin him into a certain genre is impossible, he's beyond labeling and can't be placed on any one spot of the map, he is the map, truly unique.. He is a facsimile of times past while capturing the moment now and yet future inventiveness galore.. God Bless Steve Morse!!!

[@kaistutz7067]

This guy is a scientist.... I feel so much sympathy when he talks about his gear with bright eyes, so proud to let people know what he created. I love this feeling, too, and it's a gift when you have it and what you do makes you happy. It's a pleasure to see him talk and, even more, play.

[@gitarmats]

One of the absolute greats!

[@fendafred]

his comments about channel 3 and how the sound gets bigger without getting louder is so true. His Y2D signature is a really great guitar.

[@pngaia]

Brilliant all round interview of Steve, as we're all fans. I was impressed as to his 1st guitar, and why he still uses it.... Good engineering gets it right once. Tessa's int. was great, let the Man talk.. no interruptions.. loved it.

[@fonzybrookestone727]

28:43 for the glove explanation. Almost watched the whole thing to find out why!

[@PB-1]

THANK YOU!

[@duderclown2402]

I have been a fan of this man and the Dixie Dregs since I first saw them perform Punk Sandwich on Don Kershners Rock Concert back in '79 or '80. You are a musical hero Mr. Morse. God Bless. Seen them do the song Disco Sucks, they always kicked ass brilliantly, then came the Steve Morse Band. Steve Morse playing the song What If. The memory gives me goose bumps. Another run through S Oregon please guys...

[@ironpirites]

Interesting. Good interview by a good interviewer. Steve Morse was nice to explain his complicated guitar wiring. It was slightly humorous to watch him run through something that he understands thoroughly but probably never has to put into words the average person can follow.

[@rumoursduo]

I've met Morse, & he's just the nicest guy to talk to. He always comes across nervous on camera, so I think he's fundamentally a bit shy & humble. I've met Joe Satriani too, & he's just the same. Basically they're both 'music nerds' & would rather be playing than talking, but at least Morse is generous enough to explain his gear & make sense, unlike some other prima donnas!

[@rossmarx8693]

wow, 30 minutes of tech talk from steve morse; a guitar player's dream! can't get any better than this.

[@TheSpydersBand]

I was at this show. It was the "Deep Purple Featuring Steve Morse" show. I used to see the Dixie Dregs in the 70s in Nashville every time they'd come to town and play The Exit/In. I remember the announcer at one show asking the crowd, "How many of you are guitar players?" 90% of the hands in the audience went up...they were there to see Steve.

[@tomcoryell]

Bill Wilson Steve asked that question in Dayton OH in the 80’s. Same result.

[@dangerousaliens]

So nice to have a presenter that knows their stuff.

[@davetozier9235]

Genius. Saw him in Hampton, NH. I was 10 feet away. I'll never forget it.

[@alward5678]

This is one great musician and a wonderful man. So nice.

[@theartist124]

Nice she really knew he stuff!

[@FleetfootMike]

the artist And he takes a while to figure out she does....

[@Nachtopus]

I was impressed when she pointed out the guitar's 22 frets in relation to the tone.

[@TheZooropaBaby]

+the artist well it's a big progress from her past interview

[@gj8683]

It's always wonderful when the interviewer can talk the craft and/or the art with the musician.

[@jeddak]

There's no one like Steve. Great interview.

[@tMatt5M]

The most dad looking rock star ever.

[@dressedtosmellgood]

he looks like this guy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpOZgKOIm95_fNE

[@sashingopaul3111]

30 year old boomer confirmed

[@TomTobin67]

You ain't seen me yet.

[@rickflippin1]

The dad that out plays all the kids

[@lastdaysguitar]

In the 70's and 80's he was the coolest looking rocker out there and the Dixie Dregs were untouchable in skill.

[@DanOughton]

I would normally skip through these but this is engaging, super detailed.. Oh and Tessa is cool, even if she makes Steve look like a hobbit.

[@saltyassassin]

I think Steve's only 5'5"

[@Southernguitar74]

I always thought Steve was a tall guy. LOL...No matter. He is a monster with a guitar, and a very cool guy.

[@leehanson1416]

@@saltyassassin Met him back in the SMB days, I don't remember his stature being an issue, one way or another. I was fairly star-struck at the time, Steve being tied as my favorite guitar player with Eric Johnson, so I might not have been paying attention. EVH, OTOH, was not tall.

[@nylonsteel]

10 sets of ...frets ..holy moly

[@dbwindhorst1]

+nylonsteel I think you mean holy chrome-moly. :>)

[@metalheadlazz]

Boooo "GET OFF THE STAGE!"

[@dbwindhorst1]

+James Brown I _think_ that's an opinion about my lame joke. :>)

[@krelbar]

+nylonsteel Actually, considering his sig guitar came out in the 80s and he's been touring basically nonstop, thats pretty normal

[@universityofutubesjewtubes2579]

+David Windhorst don't fret about it

[@tempjohn1111]

An excellent interview/rig rundown with the best compositional guitar player around.

[@Cigarsnguitars]

Steve and I are approximately the same age. Saw him 2x when he was with the Dregs. An awesome dude to talk to.

[@tomcoryell]

Something Wicked This Way Comes Ray Bradbury!

[@Cigarsnguitars]

tomcoryell Before Ray, Shakespeare.

[@VonBluesman]

Great interview. Steve seems to have more knowledge about guitars and gear more so than anyone that has ever been interviewed.

[@nancyleekellyproductions1616]

THERE YOU GO STEVE ,, THAT WAS THE SOUND OF THE ARRANGEMENT FOR "A MOTHER'S BABY IS A MOTHER'S STAR" I WILL GET MY ORCHESTRA TOGETHER ON THIS THEME BEFORE I DIE! AND AS MANY PARTS AND MEMBERS OF THIS ONE BIG BODY I BELIEVE YOU GOT THAT PART!

[@MetalSonicBricks]

Tessa sure did her homework! ^^

[@JulioJustiniano]

MetalSonic though she missed the quilt maple and said flame.

[@theknowbody777]

I think she is a better interviewer than any pg has used so far. lots of informed questions. well done!

[@Disciple_Of_Lerxst]

I live in Orlando and met Steve Morse a couple of times. You cannot meet a nicer guy, who will answer any question you might have. He lives and breathes music. He has literally over thought every aspect of his tone and equipment. He is truly a musical genius.

[@johnpierson8398]

This is an awesome PG interview and Rig Rundown! Big kudos to Tessa for her respect and style. Steve Morse is a gentleman and one of the finest guitar players ever. I love to see he keeps evolving his rig and refining his art. The explanation of his amps 3rd channel - 4 mid range voices is huge. This is the frequency range the electric guitar lives in.

[@AxenFrite]

AMAZING, so awesome to hear this stuff from a guy whose music shaped my brain when I was a kid. Whenever I'm trying out a guitar, first thing I play is the _Whole Lotta Love_ solo and next is _Ice Cakes_. And I don't think 2 weeks have gone by where I didn't whistle the guitar from _Take It Off The Top_ to myself. Genius.

[@rayraymond2952]

Mr. Morse seems like a quite nice person, and needless to say, he is among the greatest of rock guitarists. Nice interview with lots of useful info. Hats off to the interviewer and to the interviewee. Slainte, Richard (Ray is an internet name),

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Great video. Steve is so smart and like a mad scientists when it comes to guitar and equipment. What a nice guy too...

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Am I the only one that loved his two albums with Kansas?

[@xmandlt]

The one song that stands out from Morse-era Kansas for me is Stand Beside Me. I feel he's a much better fit for Kansas than he is for Deep Purple.

[@Faithhop3love2]

Well done tessa. Great job of interviewing. Well researched, and didn't talk over him. Steve was great, nice to hear him talk about his stuff.

[@mickgentry8128]

Awesome guitarist really love his solo's on the Flying Colors albums and well all his playing is amazing, really cool guy!!

[@rudicci]

Steve Morse-Guthrie Govan-Paul Gilbert: Guitar Players that I can spend my whole day listening to. You can feel their passion, knowledge and simple-guy attitude. Not to mention Goddly Guitar Players. Knowledge presented on really humble way. And about the girl, she was really good, IMO. Really respecfull and nice, knowing that Steve will be the one talking. Too tight? Who would in front of Steve? She will be more loose on future rig rundown, eventually becoming our new Rebecca. Great Work Primier Guitar. Kudos.

[@graemeyetts3465]

Guthrie is super hot.I auditioned him in 1995. He was hot then.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Dude is so enthusiastic about his rig. Legendary!

[@jhonfelo]

There's no doubt this is the most spontaneous, yet deep and thorough interview I've seen of Rig Rundown series. Very well-managed by Tessa and Steve was just brilliant giving us so many interesting tips. Bravo!!

[@dominiquefarese8061]

Thanks to this intelligent journalist who knows what she's talking about, and thanks to this so kind and decent man who teaches us a lot of crucial datas. Steve is a model as a man and a guitarist. So humble.

[@joaoboludo6153]

I saw Mr. Morse in 1997 at Istanbul in one of his workshop performances happened in Roxy Club. Managed to chat with him for few minutes, got his autograph on a black & white photo of Ernie Ball advertisement. Fantastic musician and a super nice person. I guess, just one year later saw him again with legendary Deep Purple in Open-Air theater when they performed in Istanbul. That was one hell of a great show.

[@ericpresley7527]

Such a warm and nice person and im so lucky to get to see him play every night his sound is huge and his playing is fantastic even though i can see that his in pain sometimes because of his wrist problem but still he pours his heart out on every Purple show his one off a kind for sure the best!

[@megapengmusic]

i remember his solo show in montreux (1979 or at least around that year) his first announcemnt was "if you`re playing alone you gotta use every trick in the book" and ,i guess, two years later in l.a. the dixie dregs live at the roxy, the bassplayer said at the beginning of the show "we gonna show you f..ed up west coasters what kinda music we`re doin home" and the roxy went bananas - one of the best shows i`ve seen in my life band AND crowdwise!!

[@paulofreire7520]

I had the chance to see Deep Purple 2 times in Lisbon. Steve Morse is just one of the greatest guitarists and not only from his generation. It’s a joy to see him play. His charisma and great personality, let alone his playing, are one of the key ingredients on the great atmosphere that you can feel from the band on stage. Hats off!

[@deekayman68]

Steve Morse is an absolute master of the instrument and one of those rare guys that can capture audience with the sounds he produces live at the concert. He seems like a cool, down to earth human that is pleasure to talk to and spend time with...Definitely a living LEGEND.

[@mikaylaboo1]

Steve Morse is a very, very clever chap. It's no wonder Deep Purple sounds so good after all these years.

[@mariovuksanovic5077]

This woman is huge...Steve stands well over 6ft.....but don't worry Steve is safe she seems to like him otherwise if made upset, she would take his guitar...squeeze it until there was nothing but dust left and hand it back to him and say...her hot shot now let's see you play....sorry I couldn't resist...she is big but gorgeous....

[@Jermeister12]

Hell yeah !!!

[@markrobertdevison1227]

Nobody plays better than Steve Morse, nobody! He is a legend.

[@ianryan5727]

Just watched this for a second time, Steve gives a lot of amazing info regarding stage set up and sound. Cheers!

[@truefilm1556]

Steve Morse is one of my favorite guitarists! Brilliant guy!

[@LukeTheMore]

one of the best rig rundown ever ! great man ... great musician ! 61 years ... wow ! I never saw a detailed "review" of the gear like this ! He knows perfectly what he wants, years of searching, tests, mount / unmount ... THIS IS EXPERIENCE !!! :)

[@guitardudeguy3139]

Steve Morse continues to impress! What a great guitarist and person! I've been following him since the Dreg years and he has no secrets, he will tell you exactly how he does everything...a great teacher ...and incredible performer!

[@JimMartiataka]

Steve's a REALLY nice guy!!!!!! Props to him!

[@crystalettuce]

such an awesome guy and player. I got to meet him when my buddy's band opened for him on my 21st birthday. I think I still have the pick he gave me...

[@ravenstooth]

Steve is just a very humble musician and has s very technical knowledge background and can explain well how he gets his fantastic sound on stage. He is the epitome of a tech guitar player. Great interview.

[@richardgrenfell5829]

Long time fan here. I saw him in a really small club in Australia, must have been late 90s. He was amazing. The gear he had was all crappy backline rental, and his "rack" was separated by matchboxes. Plus the FOH kept going down. What impressed me was his professionalism. Rather than throw a tantrum, he simply turned a foldback to the crowd and told a road story while the stressed out soundguy resurrected the the PA. The PA issues happened more than once and he did the same thing. Very impressive. Mind numbingly good player, and seemed like a really nice bloke.

[@shearn666]

At the risk of repeating others - one of the best rundowns I've seen. Interviewer and subject both first-class. Steve is a serious tone-hound. And to cap it all, that gorgeous swelling compositio at the end; sublime. 30 minutes felt like 10.

[@aguirreignacio]

I would have never imagined that Steve was so down to earth, humble as he is. And she is like in love with him in the interview, this rundown is so sweet and relaxing hehe

[@johnkru1295]

One of the absolute best, past, present and probably future. Seen the Dregs and Steve Morse Band about 35 times since 1991. Standing 25 feet away at Toads in New Haven CT was like being slammed by a music tornado. Not volume as much as pure power. Those bands will always be on par with the best in the world. And DP is also excellent. Thank you, Steve.

[@nikolaslavchev1521]

Well worth the wait. One of the most lectural videos I have ever seen.Steve has really opened me to trying new things.

[@DaveJacoby]

Tessa, I feel, is early in this gig and will get better as time goes on. Steve, I'd wager, would feel more comfortable playing than talking. But lots of really cool information from one of the best players in music. Thanks, all.

[@morganghetti]

Dave Jacoby Agreed. Both seemed nervous. She was well researched, however. Funny that a guy who plays in front of thousands of people gets nervous in a one on one interview.

[@flugplatz21]

+Dave Jacoby She has Rebbecca Dirks shoes to fill. Tall order. Tessa has great potential.

[@IbanezLk]

+morgan ghetti It's just the way Steve Morse is, he's very excited to show people everything he can, such a humble and nice musician.

[@morganghetti]

Gary Palmer Always seems like a cool, humble dude.

[@IbanezLk]

He does indeed, his attitude is very inspiring to me as well as his amazing musical capabilities. Every musician can learn a lot from this man no doubt

[@marcos_music_channel]

He's such a nice person! I met him before the concert in Munich in May 2017.

[@TheGazz74]

God id listen to him all day Such passion and love of music Hes undoubtedly one of the best guys at his art The interviewer done so well Great interview

[@Alfrus770]

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[@imadumas2]

Lovely, intelligent and knowledgeable interviewer and an amazingly humble genius made for a very interesting video. I enjoyed this even though about 60% was way over my head.

[@jayurban4313]

Steve was at a guitar clinic in Charleston South Carolina back in the 80s. The topic came up about practice, and he said that to make himself face it, he would put his guitar on a stand right in the middle of the doorway so that when he came in he had to deal with it - either move it to one side or go ahead and pick it up and start playing. He continued by saying that if he missed practice one day, that night he could feel it in the performance. He said if he missed two days in a row practicing, the guys in his band could feel it. And he said that if he missed practice three days in a row, the folks in the house could feel it. Made a deep impression on us....... An amazing guy , every way you cut him!

[@rogeliogamboa7644]

the lady said it all at the end - "well Steve, thank you" "you've been very gracious with your time" - that says it all **

[@EvanJr]

I love so much this guy. Since first time I saw him live with Deep Purple. I was just a teenager guitar learning. The Bash(est)!

[@kurtlonde5892]

.... what a guitar.... ich love it... I can understand him so much.... you make a lot to get your guitars in function.... and you never give them away... sorry my English