Rig Rundown - The Mars Volta's Juan Alderete

www.premierguitar.com PG's Chris Kies is On Location in Chicago with bass guitarist Juan Alderete, who talks to Chris about his bass guitars and demonstrates some of his favorite pedals. See more Rig Rundowns at www.premierguitar.com/video

[@lordundhimself1310]

"Earthquaker Devices, don't know if you've heard of them." Fast forward to 2018 and Earthquaker is all over the place

[@gabrielalbo6911]

haha Great point! Watching this in 2020 made me think "what!? They've been out there for so long there's even a bunch of already discontinued pedals I'm having to look for clones of!" then I realised how long it has been.

[@CorbCorbin]

@@gabrielalbo6911 I think they’re one of the best companies out there. They have full documentaries on the company, featuring the shop and how they build pedals. Earthquaker also has such an awesome selection of effects, from the basics to ambient stuff, and then multiple pedals that will work for any genre, style and/or synth, DJs and keyboard players.

[@firdaus125]

Get well soon Juan ....

[@IanInfernal]

He's posting bass videos on IG again he seems to be recovering very well!

[@egregore3333]

Knowing the mic isn't plugged in makes watching this whole video hilarious. Much love Juan

[@NickB-md1oy]

He held the mic 2 inches from his lips at all times that’s all that matters

[@Superninjajoe]

I love this rundown because the musician actually plays their instrument while explaining everything, as opposed to the others where it is just technical data.

[@therockiesfan3]

Take notes Premier guitar

[@ttngeo7494]

Can’t stress this enough.

[@Naddoniz]

I love that he's actually playing through these pedals instead of just talking about them. Juan rules!

[@premierguitar]

@HornSpeakersSuk We're not afraid of controversy or banter, but we do not stand for hateful, racist, or sexist comments.

[@Ampher03]

Did he delete it? I can’t find it. I wanted to shame the bigot

[@swtenors]

his tone.... is.. incredible

[@TheMusicmak3r]

it is

[@SuperRatboy12]

finally...... a bass rig rundown that is given the same length as a guitar one. about time to!!!

[@L3Gutierrez]

"I don't know if you guys have heard of him, Earthquaker" everybody does now

[@MrMillions69]

Never heard a man play bass like this man before

[@GeoAl09]

it seems like all the members of The Mars Volta seem so chill and humble and down to earth, mustve been so cool to interview them

[@nolanwitty4329]

Funny seeing Juan having to introduce the Earthquaker pedal, considering how massive the company is now.

[@isaiahdelacruz8703]

Idk I feel like Juan really helped them into what they are doing demos on the road just showing people the systems.

[@nolanwitty4329]

@@isaiahdelacruz8703 I agree 100%. Bought my first EQD cause of him

[@BuzzBlackburn]

The runtime of this video is 2112.

[@bpooboi]

One of the best bass players I've ever seen

[@astroandyborgloh]

Juan is sooooo calm and soooo enthusiastic!

[@cyrusmcconnell]

You have no idea how long I've been waiting for this bass porn

[@luistijerina]

That trick with the killswitch was amazing. I totally listening to the Mars Volta now.

[@strangebirdsir]

It's nice to see someone play during one of these rig rundown

[@deadkennedy4848]

okay guys juan is a legend he's just showing the basic effects of his pedals I'd like to see any bassist on here or guitarist outplay him stop hating and you might learn a thing or too

[@DangerRifai]

Oh man, that's such a sweet bass and bass sound. Tons of respect for Juan!

[@edthewave]

My favourite Rig Rundown so far!

[@1x9x8x9]

This was an awesome rig rundown!!! More bass rundowns please!!!

[@RelaxNplay64]

I like this vid because he not only shows us his guitars, but he shows us all the sounds he gets from pedals instead of just talking about it

[@KDollism]

I've never been so enthrall with something I know nothing about, but its awesome to get an idea of how they get some of those amazing sound effects.

[@Yvo19]

This is such an awesome video!

[@jackhunt9725]

love the PJ fretless bass

[@dansaghin1]

you have to plug in the external mic into the camera for it to work :)))

[@constructivecritique4049]

I got one of those Stars Guitars brass bridges on my 1975 J-Bass. The DiMarzio J pups, and the bridge were purchased new, and installed by the previous owner of the '75 Jazz. Those really early production DiMarzio pickups are highly coveted by me. Every single early DiMarzio bass pup that I've ran across since the mid-late 80's, I've bought them. I have 2 drawers full. I love the really early EMG Bass pups, too.

[@briansong7137]

+Steve Mills I've tried a handful of nice pickups, but found a set of used Model Js for cheap and fell in love with them. I recall Juan saying how he loves how DiMarzio hasn't changed their design in forever. This is when I realized that the hot trendy new gear doesn't always beat out the older stuff. The DiMarzio really is my favorite pickup, even if they're less expensive.

[@allanshandy]

14:35 CEDRIC!

[@Claidheambmor]

I saw him with Big Sir last night and he's awesome isn't he? Such a great musician with a really unique tone. Really down to earth and mega talented. :D

[@peterbass27]

Amazing bass rundown!!

[@Iamnotaserialkiller_]

Amazing sounds!

[@MrJonnypfunk]

Fantastic rundown - I love how musical Juan is, even whilst manipulating all those freak monster sounds he conjures up :-) What a player and what a band!

[@jamesd6851]

thanks - I just learned so much.

[@OPdbx]

yes! just ordered my multi-play today!

[@JazzCapacitor]

sound of that groove loop starting at 14:40 is pretty badass

[@paqman78]

If he and Mike Einziger ever form a band, it'll be like watching a tap dancing duo on stage.

[@dsenunez]

nice interview juan is awesome. he really enjoy the interview.

[@quinoacowboy]

I don't need a fretless but man his tone makes me want one

[@Creed_fan_69]

They’re so much fun trust me dude you need one

[@andrelunaisatuna]

I gotta agree with fudge budge, you should get a fretless if you haven't already

[@fvernongreen3441]

For the love of GAWD hold the camera steady, I feel like I am watching an old episode of Hill Street Blues or something.

[@Mithicus]

mad respect for such a good bass player

[@isaiahdelacruz8703]

Juan is a OG . salute

[@phantasmata4029]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@woodbutcher]

one of the most under rated bass players in the world right here, folks.

[@gszabo66]

www.gofundme.com/f/fundraiser-juan-alderete-brain-injury Juan Alderete - beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, friend, bandmate and cat dad - has had the privilege of connecting with music lovers around the world through his remarkable talent as the bassist in Marilyn Manson, The Mars Volta, Big Sir, Deltron 3030, Dr. Octagon, Vato Negro, Halo Orbit and Racer X in addition to lending his bass lines to music by Lil Peep, Jonwayne, Juliette Lewis, B'z and many more. On January 13, 2020, Juan was involved in a bicycle accident that-despite wearing a helmet and protective gear-left him with a serious type of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) known as Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI). He also suffered a fractured clavicle and spinal fracture. And as many of you fellow musicians and artists understand, there is no paid time off or sick time for this type of work. The journey Juan and his family are about to embark on is a marathon, not a sprint; it is a long road and we want to be able to tap some of the best and most passionate medical professionals who are experts on TBI patients and their potential for recovery. Physical, occupational and cognitive therapies are just some of what we'll need to pay for in the coming weeks and months. In-patient care and therapy, special medical equipment and assistance are other expenses we anticipate in the longer term. And while we help Juan focus on recovering, he will not be able to work but of course the goal is to get him back to playing music, and talking pedals on Pedals and Effects with his partner in crime, Nick. Because the world needs Juan on bass just as much as Juan needs to play bass.

[@HipCovers]

I met Juan a few months ago. He's the coolest guy, and a hell of a bass player...

[@gvalentin2767]

I saw this in my subscription box and was thrilled. awesome bassist, awesome rig, awesome video. one needs to be done for Armistead Burwell Smith IV of Pinback

[@ronaldmcdonald8168]

❤ you and 🙏 for you Juan

[@mackymaca]

Juan Alderete is my newest inspiration. Cool!

[@lizardwizard195]

The only rig rundown that I've heard a "TV bleep". Rad

[@ErGoyoTV]

Killer extreme modulated Delay with an old Digitech Multiplay PDS-20/20 !!!

[@artriveros7659]

Cool to hear a plug for Eric’s Guitar shop in Van Nuys

[@astroandyborgloh]

The black Bass just sounds KILLER! Could not believe my ears!

[@Claidheambmor]

It really is. Did you have a peek at that little box of noise he uses with the knobs and little keys? It's awesome! And the way he uses the iPad to fill in the rest of the music.

[@hiks45]

The mic is unplugged...

[@DeadeyesX311]

yeah that would had pissed me off if i was interviewing

[@savanaviolenta]

hiks45 maybe because is wireless?

[@MaxxDiaz]

I would love a rundown of Jonathan Hischke of Hella, Broken Bells, Dot Hacker, and Le Butcherettes bass gear.

[@mouthmw]

@Tonyisnt Those are 2 Ampeg PF-500 (Portaflex Series). 500W of solid state MOSFET power. Interesting to see him not use his usual full tube amp! The cabs he has are also portaflex: 2 115HE and 2 210HE.

[@fendertremolo9793]

I had an uncle who's name was Juan Alderete, in Albuquerque, NM

[@JoseJoseC626]

Even if your not a fan of the mars volta's music you gotta give it to em because each individual member is a master of their craft.

[@mattlittlej]

Thank you! After looking through Boss's tremolos I found out it's a PN-2, for anyone else who was curious.

[@fastandbulbis]

What a great dude!

[@StNorthgateRecordings]

I love you Juan!!!!!

[@MN-de]

love the tone of the jb with blacktape nylon wound strings

[@ZijunTan]

this video keeps on appearing on my recccomemded list. ok i decided to take a look

[@HARwinsOUTagain]

That bass tone at 17:40. Good God 🤘

[@augustuscrane895]

He was with EarthQuaker since the beginning

[@mouthmw]

@Tonyisnt Yeah, VRs are the classic tube tone. But those Pf-500s are not as expensive! And they pack a lot of power too! They go around $400 new. Light weight, great sounding and small.

[@XcatisX]

@utubedestroysmytime Hipshot D tuner. It's a lever you can install on your E string tuning key and at the flip of a switch you can go from E to drop D

[@mattlittlej]

Also worth noting about his fretless is that his fretboard is epoxied. Just so y'all know :)

[@aharonfreeman]

I love how he describes his pedals as "musical"... he doesn't focus on the technical aspect of playing, but rather how those things add to his playing.

[@Chandler17447]

i love his geto boys shirt

[@flkfnd]

There's a photo of Jon and Juan where Juan is wearing an N.W.A. shirt, he loves the old school gangsta stuff.

[@L.A.W.Studios]

I need one of those vibrato pedals.. and the octave/sub pedal! Nice! Anyone know what pedal will do the original Mu-Tron justice?

[@laurencejazzperry6086]

tru tron 3x

[@rodolfoperalta5180]

gotta love those vintage fenders

[@obiplays5270]

"Theyre named Earthquaker Devices, dont know if youve heard of em" EQD is a mainstay on my pedal board.

[@hectorg8188]

+BassNBeards lol this was over 5 years ago

[@sunepedersen8537]

wasnt it 2011

[@GuitarAnthony]

You da man, Juan...now...NEW RACERX CD!

[@AbramRVille]

I just want to know if Juan applied the famous epoxy coating to his fretless neck?? Since i believe he uses roundwounds with it.

[@catmoney5791]

Beast mode incarnate!

[@mikebuerger]

Juan seems like a chill guy.

[@Emmanuel.Gasser]

Haha, Juan is a real pedal hipster "They don't make this anymore", "I don't think you've heard of them (Earthquaker Devices)", "They used to make these way back when". Don't get me wrong, I love this guy, I just found that really funny.

[@pschierhorn]

Because he's been playing fretless for along time. Contrary to popular opinion, practicing does help. I suck at playing fretless, but I notice that it gets better already whenever I play fretless a couple of days in a row.

[@wood70294]

Juan's my effing hero.

[@jrmarrero96]

@MrsBucket1234 Its a Digitech PDS-1650 Programmable Distortion Pedal. It was made in the 1980's. You can get them for a good price on ebay.

[@ErGoyoTV]

PDS-20/20 and it's a Delay

[@themarsvoltafan1215]

I almost went to see them at the forum on this tour..bummed that I didn't

[@6672rock]

How does he go from Racer X and The Scream to The Mars Volta of all bands?

[@KingTaco77]

+6672rock By car or plane, I would imagine.

[@DapperHesher]

With an open mind. More people should try it.

[@namesurname7172]

6672rock By choice.

[@awol.oper8r]

And now Marylin Manson lol

[@Walibnzas]

Yes, what was the last pedal he demo'd? Looked like maybe an old digitech?

[@aj95racer]

Digitech 20/20 pedal that he is using has an infinite looping setting in it which he is using I think. Hope this helps.

[@Yoitson1]

I'm going to show my bassist this for our bands own good!

[@JohnSmithiuyytw]

Hi, any ideas for an alternative to the Digitech Multiplay PDS 2020? I want what it does but in a new pedal or pedals so it/they doesn't break down on me. Awesome video as ever!

[@kapseeta]

Red Panda Tensor is supposed to be able to do the Multiplay thing as well as many other weird sounds. Check the video Juan and Nick made about it.

[@miky8788]

The brown one is almost my dream bass

[@lizardwizard195]

Geto boys!!

[@mordecai52005]

ok, so someone know the name of that beat up, red pedal he used for sub drops? looks like an old DOD pedal, but thats all i can figure out. anyone know?

[@ErGoyoTV]

DigiTech PDS-20/20... I've had it for years using it for subtle modulated delay... never did that extreme modulation, so I feel I have a new pedal now.

[@olivedotcom]

It’s the meat box super rare/expensive

[@ISsantos0]

Here I am again... after so long time

[@rajansanchez9674]

He's also the bassist for Racer X....

[@withgaryjonas1426]

You can practically predict which pedals he uses for most of his Mars Volta sounds : extreme phaser for The Widow.

[@Gabe872]

what's that pedal on the bottom left?

[@chumanjames]

9minute mark is so cool. very envious

[@Groundeyes]

That rear pickup on the last guitar is sinister!

[@shaneedmundson7506]

Where can Ibuy the atomic amps studio devil? Id appreciate any help!

[@mattlittlej]

What's the green Boss pedal ontop of his power supply?

[@DiegoScatto]

muy buena onda Juan!