The FUTURE of Modern Guitar w/ Aaron Marshall

[@jonglass9052]

Rick, I dunno if you’re gonna read this but I wanted say, you’re doing SUCH a service to all of us music nuts around the world. You deserve all the success you attain. THANK YOU.

[@isansimpson2056]

Jesus dude really gettin wet over there….this is just a gross reply

[@FacelessAhhmf]

Exactly 💯

[@DrChrisCoppernoll]

Whether it's a look at modern guitar gear, an interview with a leader artist, or understanding what makes a song great, every Rick Beato video raises appreciation for the value of contemporary music.

[@metaphoria3]

Checks in the mail

[@DrChrisCoppernoll]

@@metaphoria3 Sweet!

[@joshtorresfdu6621]

This is why I respect Rick so much he’s so open and open minded to contemporary music and players to where a lot of his subscribers are anti digital and modern music/players

[@TimeWaverTV]

Nice comment, yes, music is not about competition of who is best but about inspiration and fun, thats definetely what Rick represents in all his videos.

[@DrChrisCoppernoll]

@@TimeWaverTV I agree completely. Music lovers are moved deeply by all kinds of music and creativity. Rick's videos touch on all aspects of music appreciation. Plus he seems like a pretty decent guy!

[@PackinForSuperbowl]

His nerd energy is very strong. I love it. In all seriousness I really enjoyed his charisma, knowledge, and creativity. As an aside I got to meet Paul Gilbert a couple days ago and am still beaming. He jammed on MY RIG for about 5 minutes and it was simply amazing. What an amazing human being for being so generous with his time and so fucking cool to talk to...even though we're both kinda deaf from so much rock n roll.

[@PackinForSuperbowl]

@@mikepeligro Thank you for the total non-sequitur I suppose. Are you just having a conversation with yourself or....

[@HorsepowerHouse]

Like many people do on video comments - even though nobody cares.

[@colinwallace5286]

I am impressed by players who don’t distort the essence of “attainable” in a signature or artist model, and just put together a good quality “no BS” instrument at a price point that won’t scare off parents or utterly depress a kid with ambition.

[@chhau123]

This guy is running a band like a F1 team

[@jmm09015]

dude has an insane work ethic.

[@basselmtaweh3103]

He's the real deal.. All in one package!

[@basselmtaweh3103]

He's Dangerous.

[@CreationNeverSleeps]

Hahaha indeed he's the best

[@shea_o_keith]

Not Ferrari tho 😂

[@howieh7877]

I only discovered Intervals and Aaron earlier this year and am blown away at his patience for programming. My head hurts a little but that was incredible. Thank you so much Rick and Aaron. I'm presently in the Helix world but have been considering a QC.

[@gavindadds4414]

Said it once before Rick but I love the way you let the artist have nearly all the time to talk and do their thing. So many interviewers think that people are watching to hear them talk. They should watch you and learn the art of giving space and a gentle nudge to steer the conversation in the right direction. That guitar is amazing. Great job Schecter, Aaron and Rick.

[@moondawg3693]

Superb interviewing skills. Listening is an art, knowing when to speak and when to listen, while never competing with your guests is only accomplished through real humility and zero ego, it also makes one a nice person and a pleasure to be around. Just look at Aaron's comfort level, he could literally be at home hanging with his best friend. Great job Rick

[@acevedoa89]

Best Neural Demo I've seen. He's such a knowledgeable guy.

[@davedavem]

Totally! Also the best demo of the microcosm.

[@adamcontreras9710]

I spoke with Aaron before his show in Austin a few weeks ago. The nicest guy ever, spoke with me and my son. Gave my son a guitar pick and took a picture with him. Incredible show, amazing showman.

[@KomninosA7X]

Everytime you think that "real" music has died, remind yourself that we have amazing musicians like Aaron representing us. With creativity like his, sky's the limit.

[@lt_johnmcclane]

Every new generation for the last 75 years has claimed music to be dead at one point or another. It’s very much alive and more accessible than ever

[@KomninosA7X]

@@lt_johnmcclane True. To be honest I catch myself saying it too sometimes, while in reality I listen to current music (almost) as much as older artists.

[@swedishknightingales6349]

Every generation will say that the next generation is ruining music. There are always amazing musicians… there will ALWAYS be completely awful famous garbage.

[@tricko8000]

@@swedishknightingales6349 Yeah but usually kids say their generation's music is the best, and that hasn't been the case for late 90s/2000s and 2010s kids (I was born in late 90s). Even my great grandparents used to say they were jealous of their kids/grandkids' music (50s-60s-70s-80s-90s). The second half of the 20th century was the golden age of music, it's as simple as that.

[@swedishknightingales6349]

@@tricko8000 Music has a weird psychology to it. So someone who started listening to and became a fan of music in the early 2000s will disagree with you and even if they’re “technically wrong” they technically aren’t. My point is that there is always music that will stand the test of time and just because something is a commercial success for the time doesn’t make it timeless. There are also musicians and bands today that could stand up toe to toe with any band from the 90s or 80s. I feel it’s best to just enjoy everything no matter what era it’s from the same way one should enjoy all wines no matter the price point or year.

[@christophermccaig6160]

God I love him so much! His energy and attitude about music and just life in general is sooooo nice and never fails to put me in a good mood! His music has really brought joy to my life in a hard time and it never fails to make me feel better. The fact that I haven’t seen Intervals live yet is unreal to me.

[@kylediehl0031]

I saw Intervals last Saturday in Columbus at Skully’s and the audio was flawlessly crisp and full of punch. My wife wept when the sax player from Thank you Scientist came out and blew our minds. Also, the matching in ear covers to go with that emerald blue paint of your signature is a great touch. If you’ve never seen Intervals live, this tour is worth the ticket. Satyr, Cryptodira, Thank you Scientist and Intervals all have such a great dynamic.

[@QuincyJamesMusic]

Aaron Marshall has a sig now, that’s incredible, well earned 🙏🏽 Good to see Aaron as well as Nick Johnston being with Schecter, it’s progress for both the company and guitar community.

[@christhiancastillo1607]

100% dude, 2 of my favorites.

[@777666hxc]

Totally agree!

[@miinpajamas6680]

He also has 4 mayones signatures

[@777666hxc]

@@miinpajamas6680 those mayones guitars are not “signature” guitars

[@miinpajamas6680]

@@777666hxc yeah but they're still his model designs lmao I know they weren't signature signature

[@kimchi6302]

I honestly do not know anything about what they're talking about but I am just amazed how Rick and Aaron can hold a conversation this long and not made me feel bored. Listening to this while working makes me so productive and efficient. love you Rick and Aaron ♥️

[@J0nny61]

I have to admit I didn't have a clue what this bloke was talking about. His terminology left me clutching at straws for the meanings. Clearly after 40 odd years I still have a lot to learn. I love the Schecter guitar but don't think I could do it any justice. I'm going to check out Aaron's music now and may get a better understanding. Great vid Rick as usual.

[@thump9957]

You and me both. This vid is more about the effects than the guitar. My friend told me to check out this vid because we are both Schecter players, and I was hoping to hear more of the guitar without the toys.

[@iAutodidact]

@@thump9957 truthfully, if it’s what Aaron decided to go with for a signature guitar, it’s going to be great. You can watch other interviews with him and his general musical knowledge is astounding. He has played and loves a lot of different brands, so him going with Schecter says a lot. I also appreciate him having what will likely be closer to a $1000-1500 guitar through Schecter vs a “lambo” Ernie Ball Majesty/JP sig at like $4k.

[@kylesage2046]

You won't be sorry. He's an incredibly talented player and his music has come a long way from just showcasing a shredder. Love Intervals!

[@gentlewolf1279]

I had the pleasure of meeting Aaron and buying one of his amps... super chill dude with a serious knowledge of his stuff. Love seeing him get the attention he deserves.

[@Jacksabbath44]

the impressive about this is that just until very recently all he's doing was possible at a stratopheric level of artists, people with huge racks and insane combinations of amps, pedals, and man power, nowdays is possible with just a few elements and basically one tech, middle class and below bands can get these kind of results way easier and conveniently, all the gear involved for touring probably takes less space and weight than 1 tube amp, that's amazing

[@DaveZnoise]

Same goes for recording gear.

[@Chris-cf2kp]

Even tube amps come in much more manageable sizes like Mesa's rectoverb 25

[@Jacksabbath44]

@@Chris-cf2kp and a lot more features for convenience, midi switching, and IR outs

[@fahdo_owani]

Dear RIck, I just wanted to say that most of the time I do not understand what you talk about but I love watching your videos. You just connect to me. Thank you for sharing your knowladge and experience! Have a blessed day! Keep smiling

[@MrBungle222]

I have never heard a person speak so passionately about sound production in regards to live rock performances. Aaron knows his stuff yo.

[@HorsepowerHouse]

What's the Yo for?

[@jadonsvd]

@@HorsepowerHouseWhy not?

[@HorsepowerHouse]

@@jadonsvd because it's moronic

[@jadonsvd]

@@HorsepowerHouse let it all out cultural enforcer. Yo makes you feel a type of way?

[@oscarcastellon7398]

Saw them last week and was one of the best concerts ive been. Every band was perfect in both the energy and music. And the stereo sound and light show of intervals was just the best

[@beansburton]

Ok second episode was amazing, here's my idea for the 3rd. Make it at least 5 times longer. I'd love to hear a multifaceted conversation between you two. Gear, life, touring, recording, successes, failures, pitfalls of the industry, lessons learned, favorite gear, favorite albums new and old. I could sit here all day. Please give me like a 2-3 hour podcast as it were and I'll die happy. Thank you Rick and Aaron!

[@YouSeeSorrows]

Aaron is the reason why I've pre-ordered a Quad Cortex. I used to be very anti-digital for amp tones. But I figure if it's good enough for Aaron, it's definitely good enough for me.

[@KimchiBagels]

Aaron sold me an Ibanez RG when he worked @Steves Music Store in Toronto, waaaaaaay back when he had only a couple of his tracks up on youtube as playthoughs. I'm honestly so happy to see a fellow Canadian go so far in his craft that he is so passionate about. Such a humble musician! edit: side note, when we get a Archtype: INTERVALS I'ma finally pull the plug on Neural DSP

[@Utubesup7890]

Steve’s is in every city it seems in Canada. Went in one in Montreal. The fact I’m not Canadian and don’t speak French didn’t go over well with the one guy. Looked down his nose. No reason for me to speak French. Took myself out and bought a guitar back home. Try being polite québécois. The french dumped you off yet you’re still loyal to them. They dumped you off. Dumped. Dumped. Get it. Dumped you off.

[@ZL1LoVeR]

This has to be one of the nerdiest interviews you’ve done, Rick… and I’m here for it!

[@TomRValdez]

Thank you thank you thank you!!! This is the BEST electric guitar nerd journey, and true application. The stuff of my dreams 25, 35 years ago, now a reality. I hope Aaron and Intervals decides to tour again soon.

[@cozmicpfunk]

Araron is surely going for ease of performance without messing with his pedal and modelers and has done an AMAZINE job programing his system to get the sounds and versatility to exact specifications just like a Perfectionist! I love it, there is definitely an Eric Johnson sound and feel to some of the ambient guitar work. I created a simple pedal board with a Boss SY-1 synth going into the Boss DD 200 multi digital Delay into a Boss RV-6 Reverb. Both the DD-200 and the RV-6 have Shimmer and Modulate ( I love the Terra Echo setting) and with all 3 units with the variable settings, I can get everything I want and need for ambient spatial guitar sounds and it is easy to tweak without going into deep menus or programming. Thank you so much for sharing with us Ric! Bravo

[@prblackhawk]

Im already a big fan of Intervals but hearing the massive amounts of design and attention to detail that goes into the sound quality makes me appreciate it even more.

[@JohnPaulHare]

This was absolutely wild to listen to everything Aaron was able to do with just one large format pedal and a modeling unit. Those clean ambient jams were beautiful, very reminiscent of tones I've heard from a guy who plays in a worship band I've worked with a few times. The Quad Cortex is absolutely incredible, probably the best new modeler on the market, and the power is on full display in this rig. I'm impressed beyond words.

[@Helfiredrew]

This interview just made my day! I'm definitely going to be picking up one of his new signature models as soon as I can! Rick, Aaron, you're both outstanding human beings. Keep it up and thank you!

[@robhand7205]

Intervals not my cup of tea but this guy makes me realize how lazy of a musician I am. What a dedicated pro with such great art. The mix of virtuosity and technology is really cool.

[@DimestoreLiam]

Yeah, same here...

[@mikepeligro]

Yes, intervals can be boring, but sometimes they can sound catchy just like Gun's N' Roses' "Sweet Child of Mine"

[@DimestoreLiam]

@@mikepeligro I was referring to the laziness bit, not intervals!

[@robhand7205]

@@mikepeligro I was talking about the band "Intervals".. the guy from the video is their guitarist...

[@woodside4life]

@@robhand7205 That exchange was hilarious!

[@NasserSharaf]

Honestly the cool factor of this channel is unprecedented. Every time I think it can't possibly get any better, you surpass yourself. I'm a fan for life.

[@Chillnel]

Aaron is such a talent honestly. Love everything he's ever written.

[@airbo0309]

Aaron is my Gear Spirit Animal, dude knows so much and it’s musical “tinkering” at its absolute BEST! 🤘🏻 Every Intervals album is a soundtrack to Life. Sonic eargasm of beauty, chaos and every thing in between

[@philipStClair-mm4jq]

Sonic eargasm! I love it and will use it responsibly! With that description I will have to checkout Interval immediately! Aaron is a very knowledgeable and interesting dude for sure.

[@questfortruth665]

I've been playing since the 60's and this stuff is WAY too much for my little, old brain! You younger people are so lucky to have all this tech now.

[@mikepeligro]

I'd rather hear more musicality from Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Carlos Santana than any of this gear. It's the artist, not the gear.

[@albertkotze8974]

@@mikepeligro lame comment... the musicality that Aaron has is very near their level, if not the same. You probably just dont like it

[@DEM94]

@@mikepeligro I rather hear both. If Eric or Jimi were born in this decade, they would be using this kind of gear for sure.

[@valebliz]

@@mikepeligro and more boomer bends, gotta love boomer bends on that first pentatonic

[@Utube-s8m]

@@valebliz boomer is such an out of date term. FYI I’m Not a boomer. I think I’ve talked to you before. You will one day be a boomer. Soon to be boomer. Time flies. Jerk

[@larryboz]

I don’t know when Aaron finds time to play guitar. Such an enthusiastic techy

[@mrdiwan100]

Watched the show in NYC last night, the guitars and the entire band sounded amazing.

[@mjb972]

I was at the Intervals show 3 days ago in Pittsburgh and it was amazing! Best show I’ve seen in years.

[@GermanFafian]

Such a wonderful person and amazing composer/player. Met Aaron here in Madrid, Spain last time Intervals played here and was really kind to all fans waiting to meet him. It's great to see someone using these devices to create music instead of spending countless hours in the web debating whether they are suitable/usable/good enough!

[@petertsilko]

I love how Aaron forgets to breath when he's talking about gear. Legendary guy!

[@LagunaPadre361]

We caught this show in Austin. Seeing Tom jump in the song was MINDBLOWING! There was so much talent under the roof that night

[@MotherboardStandoff]

I had to go back a couple of times during the video to re-listen to some of the ambient stuff Aaron was playing, 'cause it was amazing. Aaron should make a full ambient album, give Eno some competition 😉

[@Dustinchugs]

I've loved this band for like 10 years! Aaron is definitely a big influence of mine

[@zakm0n]

Played in a prog metal band back in 2012 and all of our patch changes were midi controlled. Had a POD HD pro, and a axe-fxII, and all of the patch changes and mutes were fully automated to match the drummer's click and backing tracks.

[@zakm0n]

@@stephenfrancis303 it doesn't really affect the sound. You basically have to play the same set every time, but you no longer have to worry about patch changes or muting for tuning. It made us as a band INCREDIBLY tight, but it didn't make anything seem too polished.

[@zakm0n]

@@stephenfrancis303 oh yeah, that only really affects automating patch changes and keeping the band synced up with the tracks and patch changes through the drummer who's on a click track. All of the guitars are still played by people and the modelers were amplified through analog gear.

[@daniellesniak3242]

Rick just looks so happy sitting down with Aaron . It makes me happy

[@david_hstg]

This conversation was so inspiring and entertaining. You could do a series called "Rick Rundown" and do this format with a bunch of other artist. Great work video as always!

[@teleguy5699]

When they talk about concert image, I remember the U2 360 tour had the best sounding system I've ever heard. Amazing. Loud and clear. I was impressed. Been to many many shows in my life going back to the 70's.

[@supersonicej]

This interview makes me want to go plug my guitar straight into my amp.

[@ChaosDP]

The color on the Schecter is SICK!!!! Will be looking for it when it comes out.

[@danawakes2001]

Yes. I’m glad to see he didn’t go for those awful burl poplar tops or a 10-color burst

[@ChaosDP]

@@robroper8878 US slang for really good.

[@reijerlincoln]

I have a Phd. I have a modelling amp. I have no idea what you guys are talking about.

[@user-te3qq1rb7u]

Huh, that’s odd. I figured you having a Phd would have unlocked all of the knowledge in the universe…

[@reijerlincoln]

@@user-te3qq1rb7u Clearly you misfigured.

[@2317lakers23]

As they say... PhDs know everything about nothing

[@rmp5s]

Seriously one of my all-time favorite musicians. When I heard "The Shape of Colour" (ht Fluff!!), my mind was blown. Like, "Fable"? That sax solo? Ho-lee...friggin amazing.

[@Emilyluvssamncolby_x]

Hi Rick! I’m a newbie to your channel… love all your videos!!👍🏻❤️

[@sdrockrgirl]

That guitar is soooo sweet. I play bass but I just found an amazing schecter Damaien in a pawn shop dirt cheap. Took my guy who is a guitarist to check it out and he told me to jump on it. I am now at 48 learning guitar!

[@jamesparr6840]

This guy is awesome! Such focus and dedication to the craft of music making! Look forward to seeing him live; bravo!!👏🏻

[@aaronhall9024]

Awesome!! I'm a prog metal nerd too and I play thru a v30 and creamback together! Love it for getting more clarity out of the 7 string without losing any 'punch'

[@drwilliamlarge]

Aaron sounds really really clever and a cool human being at the same time.

[@Karpie666]

Aaron Marshall and intervals deserves more fans, so undervalued band and his music is incredible ❤️

[@wayfaerer320]

I have to be honest, that's one of the best looking "Super Strat" guitars I've ever seen. The body proportions, horns, neck, and headstock - they all just look right to me.

[@teleguy5699]

It is pretty and I'm not usually into those styles.

[@Owtyg23]

Interesting to see the change to Schecter but understandable. They make amazing, amazing guitars. The Nick Johnston sig is beautiful visually and audibly.

[@Ryo7_7]

One of my favorite guitarist in modern playing and style. So good. 🤘🏾

[@mrchano5452]

Didnt understand. But his passion for his setup is amazing. He programmed that out himself. Awesome. Love this video Rick.

[@BRAG450]

I'm so glad he brought the Hologram microcosm to show Rick. It's one of the coolest pedals out there right now. Man the sounds you can make with that and a chase bliss mood and blooper are crazy.

[@rixtervidz]

Just when you think you're an accomplished musician and has done this and done that, check out this guitarist/programmer/director/innovator or call him whatever coz of all the stuff that he does and he goes ocd on 'em. He goes beyond his rig and even does the friggin lighting design of the gig. Another huge appreciation for Rick to have this episode. Aaron is such an inspiring human being. You both are. Felt good watching this whole 40mins of geeking out I don't even mind not understanding all that jargon!

[@CarlosAnglada]

Dude walked out the time machine and grabbed the guitar - "here's how we do it in my time (year 3000)..."

[@TeddyLeppard]

Nice to see a musician who is dialed in to every facet of his sound and music production.

[@lastdaysguitar]

Such a great player - your interviews have reached a new level this year, Rick! The only comment I would have is that it is also sometimes good to explore the old ways of playing guitar and older sounds - best example I can think of is Brian Setzer's mining of rockabilly guitar... ultimately mastering and reinventing it. Sometimes the future path can be a reimagining of the past, and too often people have a "been there done that" attitude on playing methods that they've barely explored.

[@chrisscarpa2173]

Aaron Marshall might be the best, well versed, most knowledgeable guitar player alive right now. I had no idea the QC was capable of these kinds of things, nor did i know they were even a possibility. Its like a whole new world of guitar playing he's just casually inviting us to.

[@Utube-s8m]

Whether or not Aaron still uses the quad or not, it sounded dam good. It’s UI, it’s feel and sound beat the two big guys. The compactness and cool factor, the footswitches that do last thousands of times. They were tested by a machine. The fact that you can also turn them or put your finger on the screen to move the different knobs. The overall easy workflow. Takes a few minutes to get a great sound. Presets, scenes, stomp mode and now hybrid. Neural also has their own other list of their captures that will keep me busy for a long time. The plug in whiners are whining because they don’t want to actually buy the unit. They want to be tied to a computer and pay very little for their plug ins. Fine but stop badmouthing neural. Their customer service is great. Personally, Kemper was nowhere to be found when I needed help. Sorry but true. Then they added a secret Bluetooth to their least expensive model, the stage so u can use ur cell. Great. It’s an extra $100 bucks to set that rig manager mess up with a cell if you own the more expensive models. No thx. Sold. Helix is the same thing re feel and sound. Sold. If Aaron even used this for a year, it still means it was good. He probably needed more sounds. I don’t want 100’s of modulation fx. That’s just me and my opinion. He’s also known to switch brands a lot. But I only see the axe fx and the quad that have been with him. And amps I’m sure. Btw amps and pedals always come first but the quad comes next. Plug ins gojira x and plini x are in mine. Free if you signed up before a certain date. I had a back up so I have both plug ins. Wasn’t even planning on using them. They sound really great.

[@talaynt2656]

He does still use the Quad Cortex

[@AlexRafn]

source? @@talaynt2656

[@podgemurray4377]

be intersting to see Neural DSP do a plug in with Rick. I'd imagine you'd get a base tone for every style of music in it, would be a great all rounder for anyone thats into recording all styles

[@jdubbs9655]

Rick, You do incredible work! I would Love for you to do an in depth step by step video with Aaron on how he builds his midi tracks from scratch in Logic and uses all of the midi information, midi equipment and cable routing to change his effects and run the show of the whole band. I would pay for a Blu Ray on this!!!

[@wolfhorsky]

Aaron is imho the most nerdy and yet warm, open person to listen to. Not the first time having a great time listening to that Gentleman.

[@markusszelbracikowski956]

This was a great interview! I love that there are guitar geeks like this guy and push what the instrument can do. After so many years and there's still so much to discover.

[@Utubesup7890]

I love geeking on gear but if he just takes a breath. Just a breath.

[@pablobruning4508]

I love this stuff. Even though I personally haven't a clue. He's like the car guru that speaks the high tech lingo that only other car gurus understand. He's a true guitar tech guru. His excitement over his tools is infectious.

[@ralelunar]

He reminds me of Dallas Schoo, who is The Edge's tech

[@gordonmcnally899]

I remember seeing Aaron in Ottawa at Maverick bar during his A voice within tour. I can't believe he's there sitting with Rick Beato, so cool.

[@vaisatchatrucci]

As a HUUUUUUGE Quad Cortex / Neural DSP fan, this episode was a very entertaining and incredible watch! I love Ricks appreciation for gear and how despite being a massive tube amp fan (like myself) it’s nice to see an old schooler (also like myself) embrace and appreciate new technology and realize these are all just tools and optional roads to the same destination we all seek to arrive at as musicians! LOVE Aarons Schecter too!!! That color!!!! ❤️🤟

[@brianlew9559]

The technical knowledge, just so fully cooked and complete! Aaron: let there be some space in your playing man. I note your songs by how little empty space there is to enjoy or allow drama to build. But God, you're an engineer tucked into a musician! Impressive.

[@Masood.Hassani]

THAT was one of the most informative Videos ever Rick I Didn't know Aeron Marshall but now I have a Tremondous amount of respect for him I thank you both So much I've learned a lot 🙏🏻

[@MuscleEire]

I'm 10 mins in, have absolutely no idea what they're talking about, but man I'm enjoying it

[@DrLangly]

15:30 begins some gorgeous playing and tones, then 18:10 hits you. forget it, excellent!!

[@catnipnapkin3329]

I love this video. I can't even fathom the amount of working hours and creativity that has gone into tinkering with all this sound. Truly appreciate how big of a nerd Aaron is :)

[@codydudgeonphysiotherapy9197]

Scarborough boy! Went to Wexford high school with Aaron. Glad to see you made it buddy 👊

[@KaleAdam]

Aaron is such a great player and i love his attention to detail to creating a production and always wanting to give his audience the best listening experience ever! great interview.

[@yesloow]

I'm not a guitarist (piano, drums here), so 99% of this just flew past me, but man that guitar just looks amazing! Hey Rick, when are you going to cover some post-rock in your "what makes this song great" series? Like Sigur Ros's Saeglopur (the entire range of emotion induction in a single song), etc.

[@thesuncollective1475]

I am a guitarist ..I couldn't follow either but sounds useful

[@kenzeo]

Basswood is the same as Linden. Crap . You can dent it with your fingernail. It's cheap and easy to carve. It is also the most dead tonewood. Don't judge the girl by the makeup, but by how she looks in the morning, or what's between the ears

[@johnrogers9481]

A drummer here too. What a treat to hear all that information and feel all that passion that is Aaron. Pure inspiration! So great to see a guy so focused and on top of every note and sound that he creates. He is always striving towards perfection. Great job Rick, excellent interview.!! This one gives me hope for the future of music.

[@BermondseySteve]

@@thesuncollective1475Same! But "dime bag stuff", "dive bombing", etc?!? Too much jargon, slang & cliches spoken so quickly that it came across as a sad attempt to appear hyper-cool. Salesman talk. Strange to see on Rick's terrific & very worthwhile channel.

[@TeddyLeppard]

@@BermondseySteve I think the guy was being completely genuine in his excitement over what he's doing. It's nice to see.

[@tomp538]

Now this is some metal I can dig... you're never too old to appreciate something new to your ear if it clicks with you.

[@bearded_death_machine3592]

Aaron is such an inspiration to me. Looking forward to seeing Intervals in the UK again sometime soon 👌🏻

[@rockinrob43]

Aaron is next level , I enjoy listing to his knowledge , great video Rick !!!!

[@roverer109]

wow - I need to re-watch this about 10 times to try and catch it all

[@mr.logskin3627]

Love the color on that guitar. That metallic teal color really does it for me.

[@backauf]

...in all this discussion of things electronic, the first switch flipped would be on the espresso machine ... I did not detect an "OFF" switch on Aaron.

[@alegutierrezmusic]

Aaron is such a beast not only a good unique player. It really takes time to manage the equipment that way

[@ethanbeahm2204]

My brain this entire interview 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 this dude is a genius

[@johnfrenette]

Man he’s such a talent, so enthusiastic. Intervals has been awesome since they dropped having vocals. I wish I caught them when they rolled through town.

[@Mixa_742]

22:46 really love the tone "Hot amp hot fuzz never go wrong"

[@richardbaron7106]

Man, this guy is a total geek and I mean that in a very good and respectful way. Seriously impressed.

[@ShaunWorthen]

Way more geeked out for me to comprehend all of it, but so mind expansive and appreciate the video. 👏

[@aldaaa]

For the past few weeks I ve been addicted to instrumental djent if you can call it like that. intervals and Angel Vivaldi have been my top picks!!! I love their music so much😊

[@almaguapa-sailboatliveaboa440]

Thx much Rick to present us this crazy+amazing musician! Love when the attention to so many details is put in.

[@Juicyfruit310]

Love Aaron. Went to see him finally a few days ago and it was the best show I’ve ever been to. Underrated.

[@widexawake_]

He's under appreciated, not under rated. Anyone who plays guitar knows Aaron rips, so he's rated quiet fairly.

[@thoughtsbeforesleep]

Schecter is killing it these last few years - just picked up my fourth

[@777666hxc]

I know! I completely agree, still have mine from 2008!!

[@daddyg1973]

Just makin' stuff up, and it's breathtaking. What a talented musician, and he's so in love with everything guitar.

[@cheesygorditacrunk]

Been a long time fan of intervals, awesome to hear Aaron talk about his setup and how he takes advantage of tech.