Paul Gilbert's Guitar "Travel Rig" Tour

Paul Gilbert joins Sweetwater's Nick Bowcott to show off his travel rig, explain why he chooses his guitar effects pedals for his pedal board, why he prefers vintage power drills, and much more. Enjoy!
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Pedal Board Overview
2:30 - TC Electronic MojoMojo
2:59 - TC Electronic Alter Ego
3:44 - Catalinabread Topanga
5:28 - Xotic Effects AC Booster
6:24 - Supro Drive
7:37 - MXR Phase 90
9:32 - Mojo Hand Villanova
11:13 - Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Cry Baby Wah Pedal
12:43 - Signature Pickups
13:30 - Custom Drills
14:55 - Slide Magnet
16:58 - String Gauge Preference
18:25 - Thanks For Watching!

[@dandyism7288]

He’s the best teacher-mad scientist-guitar player-comedian in one you can find.

[@siriusfun]

I remember the Racer-X days - hairspray, long robes and Shrapnel Records. Now he looks like a handyman from a 90s sitcom.

[@erictoniaschwab1009]

siriusisastar More power???

[@jamesmorgan2064]

a handyman that just boned your woman while you were fishing with the boys. Then he played guitar.

[@TheDiegoSinx]

Still the lumberjack shirt is awful, way more stylish back in the days, even your wife would agree kkkkkk

[@jonmorris9645]

And those shoes!

[@johnmcminn9455]

Yeah, right! Kotzen looks like a gas station owner, and Gilbert looks like he works there!

[@kevinminney9413]

Great lesson in tone. The dude is one of the best guitarists out there and his main tone is from a $49 distortion pedal. Chops over equipment for sure

[@jakobovski13]

its just a good pedal lol

[@DominicAirola]

Pretty sure TC could charge 150 for it and no one would complain. But I guess they just calculate production costs and add a fair profit and that’s it. No need to make it expensive if it’s simple. And don’t need to make it complex to make it good.

[@LeoWang28]

the dude is playing through a JTM and you think his tone is from pedals? haha

[@Andyanddiana467]

@@LeoWang28 That JTM is running on, like, 2, though. The TC pedal hits the front end nicey nice.

[@gordonsmith33]

I love my MOJIO MOJO pedal !!!

[@satch4u3]

Paul is a class act.

[@jobckts682]

I like they Way he explains. Anybody gets it, without being insulted.

[@learningtolive8410]

because he is a guru

[@revsharp777]

I see Paul Gilbert & I click. Truly awesome guitarist & person.

[@IPushHard]

Paul is magic. He caught Trowers tone dead on, and Eddies, and everything he did was flawless. Amazing.

[@pclindholm]

Paul Gilbert rules - so precise, such comfortable shoes.

[@gorelord13]

31 years now playing and following Paul's work/career but I rarely hear anyone ever mention Paul. Easily top 3 on the planet if not the best in my opinion.

[@wmxx2000]

I swear, Paul is a teenage guitar player that NEVER grew up.

[@madddog6790]

It's awesome, isn't it! I had the same thought watching this.

[@kandsexplorers]

All of us are.....

[@muleblues71]

Of course, he has grown up. Not everything has to be lightning fast.

[@safiramusica]

I’m 62 and feel like Paul. Don’t play him though!

[@c3920]

That slide magnet is genius, Paul Gilbert is the man.

[@HAIRYBIKER777]

"I still like to play too loud and too distorted - that's why I have two more overdrives". That's my man!

[@thealvarezguitar]

When he plays the Eruption thing and it feels like the fckn record... What a man

[@nigelnunes]

You can see so much that Paul's trip is pure 70's rock and roll. What a great guy!

[@ronnienose8608]

Such a natural when he talks, no mumbling or stumbling over his words. He's a great performer and his love of music really shines. Exceptional musician.

[@legoharry100]

"I can’t play this without making a face." - Paul Gilbert (2018)

[@hawg427]

You must make the Robin Trower face when playing his songs.

[@Zemael]

I can´t listen to this without making a face too 6:35

[@tomasagustinveravicentin7789]

But is a black sabbath song, into the void

[@hawg427]

The opening riff is Robin Trower " Too Rolling Stoned" ;-) Sabbath is towards the end.

[@lynyrddeville]

Now that is truly funny shit! Anyone else think he sounds like David Letterman explaining guitar? Paul Gilbert is a true guitar talent, but he might be the funniest clinician out there.

[@davidainscough1051]

Paul Gilbert, you are a credit to your profession and your parents. Truly inspirational and someone I could drink with, and listen to ALL night. Thanks for your help.X

[@bamahi7142]

That folks, is how you hold an interview! Bravo. Asked the right questions, was on time, and made sure to be quiet when he needed to be. Well, done.

[@MrWolf5150]

Nicest guy and a giant in the history of guitar. I'll always make time to listen to anything he has to say.

[@gegolis123]

MrWolf5150 this man got me practicing guitar hours everyday

[@Xyrium]

Nick just discovered the love of his life. He's giddy with joy in the presence of the Great Gilbert. Awesome stuff...

[@maxwellalmeida7299]

My mind ever blow how much Paul sounds so clear, precise, vocal and cut through the mix like a sharp katana

[@MikeMcAdam623]

Been listening to Paul for a long time ..this is by far the best sound I've heard him get.Great video !

[@nathanharding5597]

"I'm a fairly clumsy wah wah player..." AND THEN HE CONTINUES TO PLAY AN AMAZING WAH WAH SOLO

[@OllavoTozzi]

12:46 "These are SUCH nice pickups" the way he says that with such enthusiasm, like a child getting a new toy just warms my heart up

[@adam872]

Paul is such a legend. Great player and a top bloke to go with it. He's also a very good teacher. I learn something every time I hear him talk.

[@fadetoal]

Such a humble guy. My favorite guitarist! I had the privilege of shaking his hand at @Sweetwater after the show that night! Thanks for being such a cool guy, and amazing guitar teacher!

[@Aeronaut1975]

I met him a couple of years ago, he told me and my friends a funny story about when he trolled Yngwie Malmsteen by turning up in an Elvis costume to a joint photo shoot with Yngwie for the front cover of a guitar magazine. Yngwie wasn't impressed. The magazine is out there...

[@rabbitspliff]

Had to look up that magazine cover. Found it. nagasaki-ya.com/33/itemimage.php?filename=images/magazine_yg_200303_1.jpg

[@Aeronaut1975]

+Blundering Tusk Heh heh, that's the one ;D

[@EarthAltar]

Yeah, shook his hand after a G3 show. They are huge. Incredibly humble person just standing in the back parking lot by himself greeting fans. Thanked me for coming to the show, and asked if I wanted anything signed. I said no, just wanted to shake his hand, and thank him for all he does. All around great human being he is.

[@profile1251]

ikr Nick is a really great guy

[@jasonjohnson4170]

Thanks Paul and Nick! Love the pedals used here. Gonna pick up the Jimi baby mini immediately!

[@DougCanney1]

This guy, always impresses me. Not only his playing and thinking musically but his general attitude and humble approach to what he does. He explains his tone very remedially and frankly, that’s the best way for me to hear it. One of the best on the planet. Fo sho!

[@muhammadsulthoanuddinakbar2055]

He is a great teacher of many guitarists around the world. Always amazed seeing his explanation

[@pprovost]

Paul Gilbert and Nick Bowcutt in the same video. What a treat!

[@dannyyoung3644]

You gotta love Paul Gilbert ... He's funny , humble , and a HELL of a guitarist ... He is definitely one of my top three ...

[@jamespitoola1954]

Easily one of if not the best video Sweetwater has ever put up. Well done gang

[@AshishLimbu]

This man is one hell of a guitar player and gentle man... immense respect Mr Gilbert :)

[@calvinbass1839]

I admire Paul more & more. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day.

[@prakashkrishnan9646]

Stupendous playing! And what a lovely fellow he is.

[@joeybuhain4086]

PG is awesome! He doesn't hide secrets.. So humble and truly inspirational.

[@tel5690]

Gotta love this Man..He taught me so much.... Much love my friend....😄😄😄.. Paul Gilbert

[@ChrisOBrien666]

Love the little lick from Dazed and Confused with the wah pedal engaged!

[@isaacjohnson.]

Love Paul's passion for all aspects of the music.

[@usnk666]

How much joy in a man with a guitar!

[@chusssMusic]

1 genius speaker + 1 genius guitarist = Paul Gilbert. Awesome demo and presentation.

[@franksiebmann5184]

Paul is such a wonderful human being. Always makes me smile. 😀

[@jgl2222]

He seems so nice! I’ve loved him since I started playing guitar! 🔥

[@ruchirsajwan]

Paul is so amazing as a person and a guitarist. I wish him all the best in coming years.

[@stevendurantini7182]

The man just is incredible. Such a laid back and cool dude that just loves to play.

[@christopherburnett1745]

Ya gotta love Paul Gilbert! Not only is he a phenomenal guitarist (with arguably the greatest guitar face ever) and very funny... talk about just a down to Earth, humble guy! I mean... his leave on all the time distortion isn't some custom made boutique pedal, but a $50 Mojo Mojo, which sounds perfect for him. Great stuff!

[@drothberg3]

Yeah, I love the fact that one of the best guitarists in the world has a pedal board with mostly moderately priced pedals rather than boutique stuff.

[@Craig_Fussell]

Paul Gilbert seems like such a nice guy...on top of being an amazing musician!!

[@Quickjob519]

This guy is always amazing, seems like such a people person. Even with that level of talent extremely down to earth.

[@dryvur]

Wow!! What a great video....Paul, you're the man. Super cool and super nice.

[@basslinger]

That was awesome, thanks Mr. G and thanks Sweetwater

[@mattgilbert7347]

Love my AC Booster! It works pre or post od/dist or a Muff. After an OCD works a treat.

[@Kairg]

Paul always sound very clear. Amazing!

[@MrZipdang]

Best rig rundown ever! 🤘

[@fleshTH]

Paul never disappoints! This is great!

[@leftyfusion88]

Paul is just such a solid and great player and teacher, explainer of all things logically.

[@phongle1564]

man Paul is just the coolest most humble celebrity guitarist ever. couldn't stop smiling through the whole video

[@zal_raj]

Phong Le same man! He is so genuine! Even the guy who is interviewing, you can tell by his expressions

[@faizeljoemrati6329]

Love it, how Paul’s face is playing the guitar🤟🏾

[@wizaxed]

Paul is sooooo cool!! Seems like such a nice person and someone that would take their time with teaching you how to improve.

[@jameslighterGTR]

Nick is having the most fun here its amazing.

[@sweetwater]

🤣👏

[@sonofvintage]

Mister Gilberto's pedalboard is inspired me for my upcoming guitar tone clinic. Paul is very humble and genious guitarist.

[@mansuetatajanlangit5142]

I love this man since ive start playing guitar in the 80's

[@efilnikufesin2069]

You know whats my favorite favorite thing out of his WHOLE rig!???? The classic Ibanez logo on his headstock that was used on all the lawsuit Ibanez guitars from the 70s lol What a classic touch i love it!!!! What a throwback! And that slide and magnet attachment is genius hope he patented that and name it after his son lol

[@bradleybaldwin1339]

Great video, loved hearing his theory on his gear.

[@axedoc2010]

What a super guy! Was smiling through the whole video without even realising.

[@cheycasters]

I'm 62, I have never watched anything by Paul until the last few days.........I dig this guys personalities!!! He's an awesome dude and I love the way he "tells the story" on gear and influences etc.... He's a cool dude man!

[@blackdotpatrick]

What a treat! Nobody plays rock better than Paul.

[@yogiiswara9133]

Paul is one of a kindest and most humble guitarist...great player

[@gw2934]

I watched Paul few years back at Glasgow Royal Concert hall supporting Satriani and the tone from his amp was freaking unbelievable, I have never heard such a sassy full range guitar tone ever! ! Class !

[@prophylacticfaith]

Thank you, Paul, for deciding to be an amazing guitarist instead of some boring academic or something. He’s clearly highly intelligent.

[@fadetoal]

I just bought the MXR Phase 90. I can't wait to jam with it and write some stuff.

[@jacksnedden8161]

Such an Amazing guitarist and teacher!!!

[@giannisalustri7848]

Paul you are the best ! your knowledge of music rock history is deep

[@ulissespacifico]

Sound so good !!! Amazing guitar player..

[@johnnydorsey650]

I really enjoy watching P.G.play.So good yet so humble.Really like the handyman look in the video.Nothing wrong with comfort clothes lol.He has so much energy.His attack at the beginning of the video was great.Pedal board needs to be in my guitar room😄.

[@jcpatrick4824]

On all levels brilliant thank you so much for your service totally cool!!!

[@regortex3364]

He’s hilarious and a monster player.Didn’t know he is Trower fan, very cool.

[@guitargeek1984]

Legend ! Jedi Master extraordinaire ! Phenomenon!

[@Win1forQuinn]

Paul Gilbert is an amazing player and a really cool guy to boot.

[@guitarpenter3357]

Gotta Love this guy, Great personality, amazing Musician.

[@richardhawley8041]

Rockin' the sneans. Nice one Paul!

[@rich655]

Nice! Starts off with Trower’s Too Rolling Stoned!! Giving props to the master! Very cool!!

[@markconger8049]

Paul is such a great guy to listen to, and not just playing the guitar. Down to earth and very open. Anyone who prefers a thin pick for a scratch has gotta be cool!

[@MrWilly2204]

PG seems like such a genuine guy. Like that’s how he is all the time.

[@Booker10000]

Wow Paul is an amazing teacher. And so funny. I could watch hours of this

[@organjoe]

Paul is very pleasant and watchable here - Great Stuff!

[@fernandes5986]

That Hendrix inspired psychadelic lick was awsome!!

[@MrRockNRoll]

Finally he talks about the slide/mag strip

[@wojciechwierzbianski2707]

Sometime I think that Paul Gilbert is a kid who sees guitar for a first time and have great time with an instrument. Great guy!

[@ironrob4344]

He's always having fun, that's key.

[@telecasper]

Great vid and practical gear!

[@jacey714]

I actually watched the entire video~ PG~ Always entertaining~

[@ChrisShredGuitar]

Damn his playing is just so satisfying!!

[@fretpoint]

Paul is so great at this kind of thing. Always both funny and fascinating.

[@togelz]

Every time i see Paul plays, even though just a simple pentatonic lick, always gives me the urges to grab my guitar and play, there's always a positive child-like enthusiasm that infectious from him, not even Joe Satriani or Steve Vai had that kind of effect on me,... Wherever you are Mr. Gilbert, may God bless you with health and happiness,...

[@ric9452]

Paul is such an amazing Guitar player !!! With a larger than life personality !!!!!!

[@Cinnemax77]

Fantastic guitar innovator and super freaky! Way to go Paul!

[@JSBroadcast]

You can't get cooler then this dude. Brilliant.

[@mwagliardo]

Paul is so funny, great player. Excellent demo!

[@jimmeymcgee2840]

Thanks Paul I was so glad to have met you back stage during g3 tour in Chicago it was by accident but I was so happy it was my first time flying in a plain an I bought a vip package that only included joe S. You couldn’t pay me to fly now 😂Keep on putting out good music your family will be proud of you . 👍🏾

[@timothycormier3494]

Paul is not just one of the greatest players in guitar history ( in my opinion) big he’s also one of the greatest guys in the world and it’s a better place with him in it