Ep 9. Gearing

Jon Glaser Loves Gear is a television show that is all about the enthusiasm for gear and its related culture. In this show, host Jon Glaser shares his passion for everything from sneakers to guitars, and everything in between. In the show's second season, episode 9 named Gearing, Jon dives even deeper into his love for gear as he explores the world of creative tinkering with customizing his equipment.

The episode begins with Jon talking about how he has always had an interest in creative problem-solving and tinkering with his gear. He takes on the challenge of modifying his gear for his upcoming live performance. Throughout the episode, Jon walks us through the process of customizing his equipment to make it better suited for his needs, including adjusting his microphone stand, pedalboard, and even his guitar.

He starts by modifying his microphone stand so that he can adjust the height and angles of the microphone to perfectly accommodate his height and voice. Next, he moves on to his pedalboard and adjusts it to include a new fuzz pedal that he has been excited to try out. Jon shows us how he puts his own spin on the intro to his song, and we watch as he demonstrates his newly modified pedalboard, creating new and interesting sounds.

Later in the episode, Jon delves into his biggest challenge yet - customizing his guitar. Jon has always been passionate about playing guitar, but he has struggled to find the perfect combination of sound and playability. In Gearing, Jon starts by talking about the process he went through to choose the right guitar for his needs. He then demonstrates how he modified the neck of the guitar to make it more comfortable to play and how he changed the tone of the pickups to produce the sound he is after.

Throughout the episode, Jon's enthusiasm for gear is infectious. The show doesn't just focus on the technical aspects of customizing gear but dives into the joy of creating something unique that speaks to your creative side. Jon is passionate about gear, but he doesn't take himself too seriously, which makes the show even more enjoyable to watch.

One of the highlights of Gearing is the way Jon showcases his creativity and the lengths he will go to get the perfect sound. He isn't afraid to experiment with different combinations of gear until he finds what works for him, and he is happy to share his knowledge with the audience.

Overall, Gearing is an entertaining and informative episode of Jon Glaser Loves Gear that will appeal to anyone who has ever been passionate about music, gear, and creative problem-solving. Jon's passion for gear is contagious, and the episode is packed with useful tips and tricks for any aspiring musician or gear enthusiast.