How To Get an Endorsement Deal

[@ronammar5021]

I learned about Warmoth from Darrell Braun’s guitar channel and have been hooked since. In fact his build videos going step by step showcased tricks and pitfalls of builds that have been completely invaluable when working through my own build. Not sure I would have taken the plunge without his content because there are many things you could do wrong, and it can be expensive.

[@etherboy3540]

I've also seen and liked Darrell's Warmoth videos. However the first ones I came across on youtube were from a guy named Tony Mckenzie who built some incredible guitars using Warmoth parts kzbin.infosearch?query=warmoth.

[@Streamline35]

@ron same!

[@warmoth]

Darrell is a great guy! His channel is fantastic!

[@Ratso_DeLynch]

@@warmoth Hey Aaron! I'm so close to finishing my build .. I just have *1 more burning question* to ask you *About the neck width at the nut* On the warmoth necks... So for the neck I want : *standard thin neck profile and 11/16 43mm nut, standard stuff* . I am wondering : *is width of the neck up at the nut the same width in every neck profile that you have* ? * *neck width* dictates what nut width *will suit it best then, no?* . "I can't see any measurements on the neck profile section on The Warmoth site about this , SO therefore if I want a 1-11/16 nut but the necks width AT the NUT is say 1 3/4ths, then wont there be too much wood on the shoulders of the fretboard for that option? OR when I choose 1 11/16ths nut then does that mean *the standard thin neck profile gets cut accordingly right to the user selected nut width in warmoths factory??* . . I thought this was worth asking since I haven't heard anything about that point specifically on any Warmoth neck comparisons/neck profile/nut width videos etc! So if there is any correlation between those points it really got me thinking^ and I'd be very interested to know from you first hand .. . Or for example say you have a boatneck profile something ridiculous on the guitar( example), now let's pretend the 1 3/4ths *neck width at the nut* (example) does that mean it has to have a 1 3/4ths nut to match it surely ? OR is it opposite in that the nut width must be smaller to have "room" on the fretboard and you go with 1 -11/16th ? . . This is the last piece of the equation I'm trying to figure out. Really hope you see this and all that makes some sense🙏 ^ please stay safe and healthy during this time, once warmoth is available to start shipping again due to covid I'm looking forward to finally pulling the trigger and putting the beast together 🙏🤟 also if you have any social media a personal one I'd love to send you pics of the guitar when its finally together before I post it up in youtube. Thanks again in advance for any feedback Aaron all your videos you take the time to do rock 🙏🤟😊 - Adam

[@davethehermit8482]

Same

[@CemeteryCorvus]

Do a video of how you got into Warmoth, how many years you've been there, how did you first hear about the company and what drew you towards it.

[@fabianvanderelst9643]

I just wanna tell you guys how amazing I think Warmoth is. There's so much transparency and honesty, while having a ton of features at a reasonable price. Amazing work, guys I've customised my dream tele online, and I'm just waiting till my budget and my parents allow it :p

[@billgross176]

Whats in it for the other person. Works in all aspects of life. When you figure out its not all about you.

[@warmoth]

Truth.

[@OgamiItto70]

Hey, Aaron, buddy...Heh-heh!...listen, I was just kidding about the hair plugs, man... Seriously, though, I seem to recall a couple of members of the Foo Fighters saying that, while they were organizing to go on tour, they ordered parts from Warmoth and built guitars and took them on tour. And that they were impressed by the quality. I remember thinking, "Yeah, I was pretty happy with my Warmoth build, too."

[@warmoth]

Yep, we did some stuff with Chris Shiflett for a while.

[@liquorsbass]

I love these home studio videos. Contents are excellent, of course, but what's fun each time is to check the wall behind Aaron, and count the albums I have!

[@stevebadachmusic]

99% of my videos already feature warmoth products already. i don't care about free stuff. i'm happy to pay for products built as well as warmoth.

[@Drerex]

I agree with the endorsement deals how Warmoth handles them. Since I am in the PC modding world, it's the same way there. Works good that way getting the name out there.

[@humblegeorge]

Well,all I can tell you and your audiance is this.last year about this time I bought a bran new American made Fender Precision five string bass.Always wanted one.I really liked it ! Enough to contact you to make me a AAA Birds eye Maple neck and fingerboard fretless and lined.Time passed but the day came ten weeks from order and right on time.I installed it and it was totally Awesome to look at.Ajusted the neck and to this day I long to play that Bass ! Everytime I do play it it is for several hours at a time.The neck is light years better than ANY neck I ever played in 54 years of playing guitar,,,,,,,now Bass. All I can say it I placed the Warmoth sticker on the headstock and with out reservation . What do I want.To go grab my wonderful Bass and play for hours :>) What do you get ? This honest persons review of your artistry and craftmenship .Your workers and wood selectors are top notch and talking with you was easy and fun.Cheers Warmoth.

[@stevenmgyori3826]

Well done Aaron! Very helpful to many I'm Sure! Great to share your passion and insight! Be Well All!

[@Hexspa]

Seems like once you're valuable enough, the business comes to you.

[@warmoth]

Yup. If you've got something to offer that companies find valuable....they will show up.

[@RoPanuganti]

Thank you for this transparent and exciting information for musicians - I've had a variety of experiences and companies that are this clear, transparent, and specific with endorsements always have my respect!

[@barnettg66]

My wallet has endorsed Warmoth Products!

[@schmoemi3386]

Mine, too! 😲

[@gkol69]

Everything in life is Give and Take. It sounds cold but if you think of it even when in a romantic relationship that you feel good and have fun each one gives something and takes something and if the balance is not right you break up. In business is colder and endorsement is a business arrangement.

[@monstrok]

I've been a Warmoth "artist" since I built my Gecko 5 bass 12 years ago. People love the lizard inlay and always ask about the bass when I play out. I'm happy to tell them it's a Warmoth.

[@samboliah3691]

I had an idea of what I wanted, a p-bass made out of beautifully figured woods, then I saw some of the options and had to rethink it. Now, I'm torn.

[@michaelogden5093]

You know of course that you sent about 100,000 "artists" cry'in to their mama's say'in... Aaron was mean to me! Can't wait for the "Get A Job" video! Seriously... I subscribed. I can't wait!

[@ryantapley5054]

Thank you for making such great necks! Y'all brought my 65 musicmaster back to life, incredible work.

[@ZO5150]

Hey Aaron! Just wanted to throw out a couple of wish list suggestions! 1. An ultra access heel ala the Fender Ultra 2. Full thickness double bound regal w/ ultra access heel! Please and thank you!!!

[@zosojstro]

You probably have heard this too many times but you have the perfect looking fingers for a guitarist! You can probably easily play all those Holdsworth chords. What type of practice routine do you have and has it changed during the “stay safe” world? Luv your content thanks

[@GetDoeMusicRadio]

Thank you for the information 💕💪🏽

[@tonlarj37]

Just wondering.... Does Warmoth offer the truss rod spoke wheel at the heel?

[@SandeepSingh-zc5sh]

Nope, but they offer the side adjust which is even better and less fiddly than the wheel at the heel.

[@ryane323]

It's hard being in a small band trying to gain even a small endorsement. The band I'm in has been around for over 10 years (I joined 3 years ago) and we have a decent name for ourselves in our small branch of Canada (the Maritimes), but because we're so tiny in comparison to other bands out there, we never get noticed simply because our numbers are low. Any suggestions how to make that work in a small band's favour?

[@warmoth]

KZbin.

[@GearGasms]

I’ve got 2600 subscribers and I’m expecting the endorsements to come flooding in! Lol

[@lonniemckinney3427]

So I splurged on a Jackson a few months back. I have two Warmoth guitars and they still sound and feel real, my cusotm necks fit me. The Jackson neck is a joke. You would think if they are owned by Fender the neck would be decent, nope

[@texasred4213]

How much thought do you put into what albums are displayed behind you? or do you simply just mix em up randomly?

[@NicoViergever]

Hi Aaron, Hope you are well. My question: in 1979 I assembled my own Partscaster Strat. Over 40 years old, it is still going strong and people love it. Would you have any idea what company made the parts in those days? A very good luthier who did some work on it recently, suggested it was Warmoth (said a lot about the quality!) but I don't think you guys existed in those days. The body was sold as American walnut (very heavy) the neck was Canadian maple with a Brazilian rosewood fingerboard. Any ideas?

[@warmoth]

Warmoth has been around for 40 years. Could very likely be Warmoth parts.

[@daievans2637]

Great advice

[@michaelkennedy1117]

Hey Aaron When is the website going to be back on line? So we can order the parts in our carts?

[@ass_jay]

Aaron we have the same album collection. I haven’t seen Ghost yet but assume it’s in there somewhere

[@warmoth]

I don't have any Ghost on vinyl, but I am a massive fan. So is everyone in the Warmoth web department, actually! :)

[@KingsofUkulele]

Good video

[@boblothian9068]

Getting pretty much a vid a day from Aaron! Informative video, thanks for all your hard work, these videos have kind of become part of my schedule during these lockdown times. PS ᶜᵃⁿ ʸᵒᵘ ᵍᶦᵛᵉ ᵐᵉ ᵃ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗᶦᶠᵘˡ ᶦⁿˢᵗʳᵘᵐᵉⁿᵗˀ ᴵ'ˡˡ ᵇᵉ ᵂᵃʳᵐᵒᵗʰˢ ᵇᵉˢᵗ ᶠʳᶦᵉⁿᵈ.

[@_charwyn]

Wait, if I buy a fender-style neck, put in on a custom body of completely different body, can’t I put a Warmoth logo on it? Just curious

[@j_freed]

I think it's cool if you just keep selling the same parts to everyone, no matter who they are, same amazing quality same price.

[@linoleum1979]

Fluff! When you doing that Warmoth build!

[@lonniemckinney3427]

I just want to thank you guys for making the best neck out there. Thank YOu

[@scottjanzer8083]

And also, don't act entittled, and don't be a jerk. The brand doesn't owe the srtist anything until there's an agreement.

[@AnonymousBosch3158]

isn't the vortex, warhead and others headstocks warmoth creations?

[@windsurfmaui8239]

Here is a strange question. I have been thinking of a roasted Ash Strat body for a build that has no finish or I apply Tru-oil. I think an unfinished body has a better tone. But I really like the roasted alder body with Red dye and satin finish you used in another video. Has anyone requested in a build or would Warmoth build a roasted ash Strat that has red dye satin finish on the front and sides but unfinished roasted ash on the back? I know a goofy idea but has it been done?

[@warmoth]

We wouldn't do that....you would have to try something like that on your own.

Roasted ash does need a finish. If you wipe over it with water, the water is being absorbed (and it raises the grain). Only the roasted maple (neck) becomes sealed (waterproof) during the roasting process. However, the roasted ash (and also the roasted maple) looks way more awesome as soon as you apply 1-2 layers of tru oil. And there's basically no way to hear a difference when doing just such a minimal finish.

[@warwickben]

should offer neck thru necks made to order i would buy one to use in my builds

[@atakdragonfly1675]

Why can't you do it on original necks??? Can't you make necks with a different spec? Your own original neck, headstock, etc..and just specify that this is the neck pocket spec you need to have?? Say look, ok these are licensed tele and strat necks. But THESE, are our necks with our own design and measurements. I wold love to find original things that are not only strat or tele. Things that maybe I'd just have to modify the pocket in my body a little wider or whatever. So let's say, bigger than fender specs. Can't you then brand it however and wherever you want to then?

[@elihansen820]

So there’s no way to get a neck with a Warmoth logo on the headstock? I had been wanting to see if that was a possibility

[@ravecaster]

You have to put the decal on yourself.

[@andresilva8444]

I remember you guys doing Yamaha Pacifica necks. What was that about?

[@warmoth]

We were doing OEM for Yamaha for a time. Over the years we've done OEM for many companies.

[@andresilva8444]

Warmoth Guitar Products Bet those were some of the best neck they ever had. Mike Stern grade.

[@donald-parker]

Sad that so much value is placed on a logo or the shape of a headstock. I would be more than happy to let my Warmoth banner fly proud and high. In theory. But the cartoon turtle is just not too cool. Maybe come up with some cool and distinctive lettering (like every other brand) and give a nod to the turtle with a very small stylized inlay somewhere (headstock, truss rod cover, , 12th fret, whatever). But make it small, elegant and cool. Not big, green and cartoony.

[@barfthebarf]

Hey man, I play in an electric kazoo band. I think we would be a great fit for your roster.

[@douglasbailly8519]

Are you guys called the Humbuckers? Get it?? HUMbuckers??? 🤭 I'll go...

[@jkramer432]

Where can I get a mug like yours?

[@primoroy]

OK, how about an "offer you can't refuse?" A Warmoth Turtle mascot or I'll run over the next dead armadillo on I-10? 😅🤣😂

[@MisterTee]

You guys should try to get Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein to work with you

[@metalmakesmecrazy]

Joey from Sacred Reich could use one!

[@warmoth]

I've talked to Joey many times. :)

[@michaeldrevyankosr6180]

Arron, I’m a mediocre guitar 🎸 player , but I’m a excellent Engineer, over 35 yrs experience as a Six Sigma Quality Engineer , send me parts and I’ll review the quality and post the results . Mike

[@aneveningwithebola2727]

You mean can't even put the logo on a non-Fender headstock? Why is that?

[@warmoth]

We could do that, but we have chosen not to.

[@aneveningwithebola2727]

@@warmoth Ah. Okay, that part was confusing me.

[@AIengine]

our channel put out many Warmoth build video , but may be don't have enough Sub yet .

[@littleredguitars2]

I'm pretty sure I've gotten At least 100 people to buy from just based on my tom delonge style strat and jazzmaster hardtail build videos over the past 10 years. Lol

[@JinJinxandTuna]

I've got 100k subs, 7k on Twitter and 20k on Twitch. Think I could review something? :) Jk my entire following is a bunch of nerds, I love them.

[@anyday82]

I can't imagine how many "gimme freebies because I have many followers" emails these companies get. It must get so sick and tiring.

[@warmoth]

We get a lot, but I don't get to sick of it. I enjoy meeting people and learning about their passions. There's nothing I find more inspiring than talking with people who are passionate about whatever it is they do. I do have to say "no" a lot, so this video was to hopefully give people a better idea of the kinds of things companies look for.

[@anyday82]

@@warmoth Such a gracious dude Aaron, the world needs more people like you man

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah guitars are cool but talk to me more about that mug you're holding.

[@warmoth]

Haha! Says the guy who convinced me to buy a Molecular. I guess I'm gonna have to talk about the mug in today's video. :)

[@LeonTodd]

@@warmoth marvellous! Ceriatone are doing for amps what Warmoth do for guitars IMO - looks, feels, sounds and smells every bit, if not better, than the "real" thing. Excellent match.

[@russellzauner]

imma hafta grow a beard i think

[@jamesonpace726]

Seems a weird biz model, but I guess "licensed by F". has more value than I'm aware of. Funny was that world that we are leaving behind. Not so funny the next one shall be...sez der Yoda....

[@FalloutGuitarist]

First

[@ravecaster]

Why do we care?

[@ThatGuy2042_]

I am bad at guitar and have 0 social media following. Good thing your necks last so long cause I'm not getting a free one. lol