Behind the Pedals: Jamie Stillman’s EarthQuaker Devices Journey | From Basement to Global Success
Join us as EarthQuaker Devices founder Jamie Stillman shares his story of creating one of the most influential pedal companies in the industry.
Starting from a passion project in the early 2000s, Jamie walks us through the ups, downs, and DIY spirit that shaped EarthQuaker Devices.
He discusses everything from early pedal designs, and handcrafting in his basement, to scaling production and embracing cutting-edge manufacturing tech.
This candid chat covers his journey, the evolution of guitar pedals, and the future of guitar gear innovation.
A must-watch for pedal enthusiasts and gearheads!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Jamie Stillman and Earthquaker
00:07 Early Days: From Hobby to Business
01:38 Growth and Expansion
04:06 Building Pedals: The Process
05:58 Modern Production Techniques
08:49 Product Development and Inspiration
18:45 Surface Mount Technology and Myths
26:54 Q&A: Artists and Pedal Preferences
31:46 Reflecting on Innovation in Guitar Pedals
33:00 The Future of Guitar and Technology
34:52 Balancing Simplicity and Complexity
37:20 The Evolution of Guitar Gear
39:01 The Human Element in Music
42:57 Earthquaker's Approach to Pedal Design
50:53 Q&A: Favorite Pedals and Recommendations
54:39 Q&A: Future Projects and Design Philosophy
59:56 Concluding Thoughts and Final Q&A