2 cats, 3 dogs, 5 children, and 13 guitars. Brian and Kalimar are old elementary school buddies who have come back to start Grade 43. Listen in on what they are learning about guitar gear, practice habits, and family life.
Grade 43
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2 cats, 3 dogs, 5 children, and 13 guitars. Brian and Kalimar are old elementary school buddies who have come back to start Grade 43. Listen in on what they are learning about guitar gear, practice habits, and family life.
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Recent Episodes
December 28, 2022
Episode 19: Pent Up Demand - An Interview with Eric Alexander of Penta Guitar
<p>Kalimar and Brian sit down and talk theory and <GASP> all things pentatonic with Eric Alexander of Penta Guitar. When was the last time you really looked at your fretboard? Say hello to Line 0. Also, we ask for homework, gluttons for punishment that we are. And in case it's unclear, it's a circle of fifths, OK? Follow and Retweet to Eric (@pentaguitar) for free coaching! Guest of the year!</p> <p>Grab Eric's book: <a href="http://www.pentaguitar.com" rel="nofollow">www.pentaguitar.com</a> and use the discount code: GRADE43</p> <p>Like what you're hearing? Buy us some guitar pics on <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Really like what you hear? Consider supporting us every month on <a href="http://www.patreon.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">http://www.patreon.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Opinions are 100% our own and we are not currently not sponsored by any manufacturer we mention. Some of the above links are affiliate links.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">On Trajectory Financial Planning</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">See where your money is taking you, at OnTrajectory.com!</a></li></ul><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="pentaGuitar JUST PLAY™ – JUST PLAY™" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pentaguitar.com/">pentaGuitar JUST PLAY™ – JUST PLAY™</a></li><li><a title="Modes: What are they and how do I use them? - Classic FM" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/latest/guide-to-musical-modes/">Modes: What are they and how do I use them? - Classic FM</a></li><li><a title="Circle Of Fifths" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.circleoffifths.com/">Circle Of Fifths</a></li><li><a title="What is a 12-tone system in music? – Sage-Advices" rel="nofollow" href="https://sage-advices.com/what-is-a-12-tone-system-in-music/">What is a 12-tone system in music? – Sage-Advices</a></li><li><a title="System - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/System">System - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="What are the five pentatonic boxes? – Guitar Reviewed" rel="nofollow" href="https://guitarreviewed.com/posts/0f5131c58d3cea572b8711d9db675d23/">What are the five pentatonic boxes? – Guitar Reviewed</a></li><li><a title="Eric on Twitter" rel="nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/pentaGuitar">Eric on Twitter</a></li><li><a title="Retracing the Sounds of Sogdiana | The Sogdians" rel="nofollow" href="https://sogdians.si.edu/sidebars/retracing-the-sounds-of-sogdiana-sogdian-music-and-musical-instruments-in-central-asia-and-china/">Retracing the Sounds of Sogdiana | The Sogdians</a></li><li><a title="Syriac Orthodox Church - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syriac_Orthodox_Church">Syriac Orthodox Church - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Lute - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lute">Lute - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Oud - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oud">Oud - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Mandolino - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandolino">Mandolino - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Niccolò Paganini - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niccol%C3%B2_Paganini">Niccolò Paganini - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Polytonality - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polytonality">Polytonality - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Grab Eric's book at a discounted price!" rel="nofollow" href="https://store.pentaguitar.com/products/visual-guitar-full/?coupon=GRADE43">Grab Eric's book at a discounted price!</a></li></ul>
December 13, 2022
Episode 18: Sliding into our DM's
<p>After letting things SLIDE for a while, the guys talk the ins and outs and arounds of slide guitar. Somehow, doing less is more. Wikipedia proves to be an excellent resource. Strings are talked about. Oh and Kalimar sounds a little like the internet, but c'est la guerre - at least you didn't see the video issues!</p> <p>Like what you're hearing? Buy us some guitar pics on <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Really like what you hear? Consider supporting us every month on <a href="http://www.patreon.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">http://www.patreon.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Opinions are 100% our own and we are not currently not sponsored by any manufacturer we mention. Some of the above links are affiliate links.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">On Trajectory Financial Planning</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">See where your money is taking you, at OnTrajectory.com!</a></li></ul><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Everything you need to know about starting to learn about slide guitar but were afraid to ask" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slide_guitar">Everything you need to know about starting to learn about slide guitar but were afraid to ask</a> — seriously, this is a great article. </li><li><a title="Sonny Landreth Slide Supernatural on Truefire" rel="nofollow" href="https://truefire.com/slide-guitar-lessons/slide-supernatural-blues/c824">Sonny Landreth Slide Supernatural on Truefire</a></li><li><a title="What Is POST? (Power On Self Test Definition)" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-post-2625953">What Is POST? (Power On Self Test Definition)</a></li><li><a title="501chorusecho" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.501chorusecho.com/">501chorusecho</a></li><li><a title="Kalimar's Code Name" rel="nofollow" href="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/7/7bf09c17-7255-4394-99f5-9b2793851925/hrt5KrPW.png">Kalimar's Code Name</a></li><li><a title="Miami University - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miami_University">Miami University - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Rowin DUMBLER LEF-315 Dumble Amp Simulator Pedal Ships Free | Reverb" rel="nofollow" href="https://reverb.com/item/1276943-rowin-dumbler-lef-315-dumble-amp-simulator-pedal-ships-free">Rowin DUMBLER LEF-315 Dumble Amp Simulator Pedal Ships Free | Reverb</a></li><li><a title="Dumble Amplifiers - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumble_Amplifiers">Dumble Amplifiers - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Mid-Fi Electronics ::: Pedals" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.midfielectronics.com/pedals">Mid-Fi Electronics ::: Pedals</a></li><li><a title="A Brief but Complete Guide to Guitar Compression — Anatomy of Guitar Tone" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.anatomyofguitartone.com/home/a-brief-but-complete-guitar-to-guitar-compression">A Brief but Complete Guide to Guitar Compression — Anatomy of Guitar Tone</a></li><li><a title="Elton John Guitarist Davey Johnstone on Their History, Final Tour – Rolling Stone" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/elton-john-guitarist-davey-johnstone-on-their-history-and-final-tour-720041/">Elton John Guitarist Davey Johnstone on Their History, Final Tour – Rolling Stone</a></li><li><a title="Kalimar's Multi Pedal" rel="nofollow" href="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/7/7bf09c17-7255-4394-99f5-9b2793851925/3sB6OLh_.jpeg">Kalimar's Multi Pedal</a></li><li><a title="Supro Delta King 12 1x12-inch 15-watt Tube Combo Amp - Black and Cream | Sweetwater" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/DeltaK12Blk--supro-delta-king-12-1-by-12-inch-15-watt-tube-combo-amp-black-and-cream">Supro Delta King 12 1x12-inch 15-watt Tube Combo Amp - Black and Cream | Sweetwater</a></li><li><a title="JIMMY PAGE's 17 Greatest Guitar Techniques! - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODBeh7A9w6g">JIMMY PAGE's 17 Greatest Guitar Techniques! - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Flying in a Blue Dream - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_in_a_Blue_Dream">Flying in a Blue Dream - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Fewer vs. Less: Correct Usage Guide | Merriam-Webster" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/fewer-vs-less">Fewer vs. Less: Correct Usage Guide | Merriam-Webster</a></li><li><a title="Playing With Dynamics - TrueFire - Guitar Lesson - TrueFire" rel="nofollow" href="https://truefire.com/guitar-lab/course-title-here/playing-with-dynamics-introduction/v64841">Playing With Dynamics - TrueFire - Guitar Lesson - TrueFire</a></li><li><a title="The Rock Slide Ariel Posen Signature Slide - Small | Sweetwater" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/BTRS-AP--the-rock-slide-ariel-posen-signature-slide-small">The Rock Slide Ariel Posen Signature Slide - Small | Sweetwater</a></li><li><a title="Focus On: Standard Tuning Slide - Guitar Lesson - David Hamburger" rel="nofollow" href="https://truefire.com/focus-on-guitar-lessons/standard-tuning-slide/c752">Focus On: Standard Tuning Slide - Guitar Lesson - David Hamburger</a></li><li><a title="Guitar Slides | Sweetwater" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sweetwater.com/c937--Guitar_Slides">Guitar Slides | Sweetwater</a></li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Moleskin Padding Adhesive Tape, Moleskin Padding for Shoes, Moleskin Tape for Toes Feet Blisters Prevention, 2 Rolls : Health & Household" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Moleskin-Padding-Adhesive-Blisters-Prevention/dp/B091KZ5T8F">Amazon.com: Moleskin Padding Adhesive Tape, Moleskin Padding for Shoes, Moleskin Tape for Toes Feet Blisters Prevention, 2 Rolls : Health & Household</a></li><li><a title="Brian's Slide Collection" rel="nofollow" href="https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/7/7bf09c17-7255-4394-99f5-9b2793851925/9IKKuAOv.png">Brian's Slide Collection</a></li><li><a title="Bonnie Raitt Explains Unconventional Way She Plays Slide Guitar, Talks How She Got Into Slide Guitar | Music News @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/general_music_news/bonnie_raitt_explains_unconventional_way_she_plays_slide_guitar_talks_how_she_got_into_slide_guitar.html">Bonnie Raitt Explains Unconventional Way She Plays Slide Guitar, Talks How She Got Into Slide Guitar | Music News @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com</a></li><li><a title="You Gotta Move (Tutorial + Tab) - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2geCtrniFPw">You Gotta Move (Tutorial + Tab) - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Van Halen - Runnin' With The Devil (Official Music Video) - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5txwFv-zYM">Van Halen - Runnin' With The Devil (Official Music Video) - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Back to School (1986) Academic Evaluation Scene - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yec9xYJxpE">Back to School (1986) Academic Evaluation Scene - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="11 alternate tunings every guitarist should know | Guitar World" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.guitarworld.com/lessons/11-alternate-tunings-every-guitarist-should-know">11 alternate tunings every guitarist should know | Guitar World</a></li><li><a title="14 Best Short Scale Electric Guitars in 2022 - Guitar Lobby" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.guitarlobby.com/best-short-scale-electric-guitars/">14 Best Short Scale Electric Guitars in 2022 - Guitar Lobby</a></li><li><a title="What is a Parlor Guitar? | Parlor Guitars" rel="nofollow" href="https://parlor.guitars/blog/what-parlor-guitar">What is a Parlor Guitar? | Parlor Guitars</a></li><li><a title="The Splinter Self - Playing the Changes: Demonstration - Eric Haugen - Guitar Lesson - TrueFire" rel="nofollow" href="https://truefire.com/eric-haugen-guitar-lessons/pentatonic-double-stops/the-splinter-self--playing-the-changes-demonstration/v63909">The Splinter Self - Playing the Changes: Demonstration - Eric Haugen - Guitar Lesson - TrueFire</a></li><li><a title="Frank Gambale - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Gambale">Frank Gambale - Wikipedia</a></li></ul>
November 16, 2022
Episode 17: Hum a few bars: An interview with Ryan from 60 Cycle Hum
<p>The guys sit down with Ryan from 60 Cycle hum and talk about...well...all kind of things. Daylight Saving Time, parenting victories, and like ... guitars and stuff. <br> Like what you're hearing? Buy us some guitar pics on <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Really like what you hear? Consider supporting us every month on <a href="http://www.patreon.com/grade43" rel="nofollow">http://www.patreon.com/grade43</a></p> <p>Opinions are 100% our own and we are not currently not sponsored by any manufacturer we mention. Some of the above links are affiliate links.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">On Trajectory Financial Planning</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ontrajectory.com/?affcd=hbbdmig8gh8">See where your money is taking you, at OnTrajectory.com!</a></li></ul><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="How to Play the Flute" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/-1sM29zGxeo">How to Play the Flute</a> — Pretty obvious when you think about it</li><li><a title="Daylight Saving Time" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/f0kruxRbHXE">Daylight Saving Time</a> — SAVING!</li><li><a title="(1) THE SECRET TO SUCCESS - Dickdy Fox - Jerry Meguire - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyxWWYeXKBw">(1) THE SECRET TO SUCCESS - Dickdy Fox - Jerry Meguire - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Sinister Plot to Eliminate Handedness" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/x9ABJUZ8Mww">Sinister Plot to Eliminate Handedness</a> — get it...sinister </li><li><a title="Clipart, Vectors, Logos, Illustrations, Templates and Graphics - iStock" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.istockphoto.com/stock-illustrations">Clipart, Vectors, Logos, Illustrations, Templates and Graphics - iStock</a> — Where Ryan made a living before podcasting and reviewing gear</li><li><a title="60 Cycle Hum – The guitar podcast" rel="nofollow" href="https://60cyclehumcast.com/">60 Cycle Hum – The guitar podcast</a></li><li><a title="60 Cycle Hum - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/60cyclehumcast">60 Cycle Hum - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="JHS on the 'Tube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfbkA4jJkJY5g0wbjuoZWA">JHS on the 'Tube</a></li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Lefty's True Left-Handed Scissors for General Purpose Use, 2 Sizes Included" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Leftys-Left-handed-Scissors-General-Included/dp/B00IZ7JUHE/ref=asc_df_B00IZ7JUHE?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80745502739804&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584345029897864&psc=1">Amazon.com: Lefty's True Left-Handed Scissors for General Purpose Use, 2 Sizes Included</a></li><li><a title="Bad Cats" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.badcatguitars.com/">Bad Cats</a></li><li><a title="NAMM" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.namm.org/">NAMM</a></li><li><a title="Gearfest" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sweetwater.com/gearfest/">Gearfest</a></li><li><a title="Putting the Band Back Together" rel="nofollow" href="https://media1.tenor.com/images/e9a7b889175db947f670d4111e807b82/tenor.gif?itemid=17459030">Putting the Band Back Together</a></li><li><a title="RSS" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSS">RSS</a></li><li><a title="WTF with Marc Maron Podcast" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wtfpod.com/">WTF with Marc Maron Podcast</a></li><li><a title="Tony Iommi" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.iommi.com/">Tony Iommi</a> — One of the original badasses</li><li><a title="Surfy Bear" rel="nofollow" href="https://reverb.com/p/surfy-industries-surfybear-compact">Surfy Bear</a></li><li><a title="HX Stomp" rel="nofollow" href="https://line6.com/hx-stomp-xl/">HX Stomp</a> — We presume if you've heard Kalimar speak you don't need this but...</li><li><a title="Land Lines" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landline">Land Lines</a> — You may need this. It's been the internet for a while now. </li></ul>
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