7 things I stole from John Leventhal - Ask Zac 86
April 17, 2020
John Leventhal is a favorite of mine, and in many ways, hearing his work in the early 90s was a gateway drug to a young Texas Honky Tonk guitarist to stay afloat in the world of pop/folk/singer-songwriter music. In this episode, I look at 7 concepts that I have stolen from Leventhal, that are very worthy of checking out for yourself.
Truetone Lounge video interview with JL
JL Playlist
Gear for this video:
1957 Fender Esquire with added neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain.
Strings: Gabriel Tenorio NíquelPuro Pure Nickel Strings 10-46
Pick: Blue Chip TPR 35
Amp: 1964 Vox JMI AC10 with 12" Celestion Blue Alnico Speaker in a custom cab built by Kyle Bollendorf.
Effects used:
Mirage compressor pedal
Line 6 Echo Park
9v power via Truetone CS6
Amp Tremolo