Golden Age of Gear - hosted by Joey Landreth & Derek from Revv Amps
This is the golden age of guitar gear! With so many awesome options available for players, it’s a thrilling time for musicians of all styles.
Join Joey Landreth and Derek Eastveld as they hang out and geek out over the gear that’s inspiring them right now. From killer pedals to amazing guitars, they’ll showcase the tools inspire and excite them, helping to fuel their creativity as guitarists.
Golden Age of Gear - hosted by Joey Landreth & Derek from Revv Amps
This Guitar Might Be TOO Good…Collings I-35
Collings I-35 LC | Golden Age of Gear Ep. 38
Welcome back to The Golden Age of Gear! 🎸 This week Joey and Derek take a deep dive into one of Joey’s most played and most beloved guitars—the Collings I-35 LC.
From its stunning figured top and unique finish checking, to its upgraded Ron Ellis pickups (the same set Bill Frisell uses đź‘€), this guitar has serious mojo. Joey shares the story of how he first got connected with Collings through That Pedal Show, picking up his I-35 alongside Ariel Posen, and even gigging it at MerleFest.
Along the way, we talk about:
Why the Collings I-35 is a “forever guitar” and how it compares to Gibson 335-style instruments
Touring stories, dings, dents, and why wear & tear can add character
Pickup swaps, tones through a Fuzz Face & Strymon El Capistan
The Collings shop legacy and why their instruments hold value
👉 If you’ve ever wondered whether a boutique semi-hollow is worth the price, this episode is for you.
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