Singer , Songwriter, Recordist, Music Blogger, Husband, Father and still learning them all.

Charlotte, NC www.joeytownsendmusic.com
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NC Artisan - Splawn Amplifiers

NC Artisan – Splawn Amplifiers

This is a great article on Dallas, NC based Splawn Amplifiers that appeared in a 2010 issue of Premier Guitar.  I actually became aware of these amps after seeing FireFlight live in concert.  I was a big fan of their guitar sound and when speaking with Justin Cox afterwards discovered these were the amps he used.  Combined...
NC Artisan - Bonham Cajons

NC Artisan – Bonham Cajons

In my continuing efforts to highlight local musical artists and artisans, this week I had the opportunity to speak with the owner of Bonham Cajons, Billy Bonham, out of Mooresville, NC about his line of custom built Cajons. I will be planning an in depth review of his cajons in an upcoming segment. Until then,...
My View today! - VIDEO

My View today! – VIDEO

Spent the day working on the blog and a new song! This was my view today! Posted with Blogsy
Winner!

Winner!

Excert from my big WIN at Recording Hacks Announcing the Avenson DI Winners Last month’s prize was a pair of DI boxes from my pal Brad Avenson. The IsoDI winner is … (drumroll please) … Ian Walker of Lansing, MI. Ian is a sound engineer who spends his 9 to 5 fixing Mac computers. In addition to...
Ibanez Tube Screamer - A History

Ibanez Tube Screamer – A History

Look inside > Ibanez Tube Screamer
DIY - Telecaster upgrade FINISHED

DIY – Telecaster upgrade FINISHED

Here’s a view of the finished install of the new pickups, bridge plate with brass compensating saddles and new electronics installed.    
DIY - Telecaster Upgrade Project

DIY – Telecaster Upgrade Project

The below pictures are the work that went into doing an upgrade to my old Squier Tele.  I hope to detail out all the parts for you soon.