Homeskoolin’ Goes To Gruhn’s Volume 2

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  • @AlexG-ok1zc
    @AlexG-ok1zc 9 місяців тому +3

    Wish I could like this vid more than once. Loved the lefty sg special bit

  • @premierguitar
    @premierguitar Рік тому +54

    We wanna hang out with Uncle Larry and the mighty Greg Voros!! Miss you fellas!

    • @dadudezpr
      @dadudezpr Рік тому

      That would be a great episode!!

  • @getwhatyougive
    @getwhatyougive Рік тому +36

    [Corey made me feel comfortable. I had a tele picked out; he guided me to a room with amps, plugged it in, and he played a few things. Then he handed it to me and I played a few things, we had some conversation, and I told him I was going to another store but would call him and let him know if I was coming back. He said he'd hold the guitar for me. "Jason from Michigan" was the way I identified myself. An hour or 2 later, I called and asked for Corey. He was busy but called me back shortly thereafter. "Jason from Michigan?" he said. I went back and he hooked me up. Awesome service and an awesome salesman. Corey is the Man.]

  • @fleshbhones
    @fleshbhones Рік тому +49

    I love that Corey has the goal of making people feel comfortable. Even going into a run of the mill guitar store can be intimidating, let alone an institution like Gruhn's. God bless these boys and all they do!

  • @timh7156
    @timh7156 Рік тому +28

    Tom. When you pick up a guitar you always play something musical and never the same thing twice. You’re really refreshing to listen to.

  • @mcmillanalex
    @mcmillanalex Рік тому +6

    To keep with the Homeskoolin' vibe, I think these special Uncle Larry outings should be called "Field Trippin'"

  • @mikecouvillon2393
    @mikecouvillon2393 Рік тому +18

    I love watching Corey and Greg's faces while Tom plays. Wide eyed and all smiles! Nice front row seats! Thank you!

  • @saylefish8779
    @saylefish8779 Рік тому +8

    Just amazing how ol’ Larry knows immediately and EXACTLY what to play to make each guitar shine.

  • @rylieriley
    @rylieriley Рік тому +15

    These visits to Gruhn's are so cool. Thanks for taking us with you Larry!

  • @Juice_Fruit77
    @Juice_Fruit77 Рік тому +1

    Hugging a 31 Martin shadetop, hanging out with Uncle Larry. Listening to him play. Livin’ the dream.
    Unreal video thanks guys

  • @jipes
    @jipes Рік тому +5

    Dear Tom you never cease to amazed me the way you instantly find the right piece of music and the playing approach which instantly reveals the intrinsic quality of the instrument It's simply mind blowing how much fabulous music is runnin throgh your veins. Seing you play lefty was a special bonus what an amazing trick

  • @trentwaterman7049
    @trentwaterman7049 Рік тому +8

    These long type videos with the boys are the best. Enjoyable conversations only enthusiastic guitarists can appreciate. But most of all I sit and watch with my guitar in hand and get endless inspiration playing around with the ideas you come up with while you're jamming on each guitar. Thanks heaps!

  • @GabeHelma
    @GabeHelma Рік тому +8

    Every time Tom plays any guitar its instant musical MAGICK! The sound of that Martin brought a tear to my eye but it really doesn't matter with this guy, he could play the cheapest pos guitar and still sound amazing! EDIT: Apparently he can even make a left handed upside down guitar sound amazing!!!😂

    • @alexanderhelmer9245
      @alexanderhelmer9245 Рік тому +3

      Yeah uncle Larry is more comfortable and confident upside down than I am right side up. 😂😂😂

  • @RamirezFlores
    @RamirezFlores Рік тому +12

    Fantastic video Uncle Larry. You made them all sing, but I could listen to you on that Martin forever. ✌🏼

  • @TomoFujitaMusic
    @TomoFujitaMusic Рік тому +1

    Lovely Acoustic Tone!!

  • @burlingtonbill4687
    @burlingtonbill4687 4 місяці тому

    I bought what was called a Martin Custom guitar at Gruhn's many years ago. They said they had a certain number of guitars made for them by Martin. We were visiting in Nashville, and I saw a music shop. I didn't know that it was kind of famous, so I went in and just started playing guitars. They invited me to go into what they called the picking room and in there I played the more expensive guitars. A fun memory! Burlington Bill busking on the road and here on UA-cam.

  • @dwightrobertson275
    @dwightrobertson275 Рік тому +1

    Great show.I'm a big fan of vintage stuff,have owned a bunch of them over the years.The most wonderful,part of the video,is the overall Joy of sound, and friendship.Thanks.D

  • @MrYatesj1
    @MrYatesj1 Рік тому +2

    If Uncle Larry was not enough, he brings in two other amazing chaps to share wisdom and shoot the sh!t. LOVE LOVE LOVE!

  • @BatDroppings
    @BatDroppings Рік тому +3

    Even when goofin' around on left hand instrument, still killin' it! That's just amazing!

  • @howdy2053
    @howdy2053 Рік тому

    that's one thing I'll always appreciate Gruhn's for, I don't think I was even 16 and they let me play the burst they had. That will always be a special moment for me, They also didn't give me like a minute with it and take it away, it was like 30 or 40 minutes. Will stick with me forever!

  • @JimiRaySantanafoya
    @JimiRaySantanafoya Рік тому +1

    Keep these coming! You asked for requests so here’s one: it would be great to hear y’all cover long term storage and display of high end guitars. Is a humidifier overkill? What meters and gear are effective? What needs the most careful handling? Etc. thanks!!!

  • @thurstonhowls7723
    @thurstonhowls7723 Рік тому +2

    I just got so much satisfaction from watching you drop 40,000. That was fun!!!

  • @zackbeattymusic4538
    @zackbeattymusic4538 Рік тому

    Fellow Classmates,
    I stopped by Gruhn’s Guitars while I was in Nashville a few weeks ago. I was blown away by the guitars there that you can play off the racks. The majority of the acoustics there are nicer than the showrooms in my area which is always a mess trying to get access to play the higher end stuff at my local shops (I usually get the are you gonna buy it look/attitude before they unlock it). I experienced none of that at Gruhn’s and I highly recommend stopping by if you are near.

  • @daleagan9896
    @daleagan9896 Рік тому

    I'm an old guy (started playin in1961). I've heard stories of players that could play both righties and lefties, but never seen it. That was really pretty amazing. Uncle Larry must be one of the most talented and hardest working guitar players in the business. I look forward to watching these videos every day. Thanks for showing inside views of the life of Nashville session musician.

  • @bldallas
    @bldallas 3 місяці тому

    Remember how fun “field trips” were, back in grade school? I’d call these episodes, “Home Skool Field Trips”…

  • @stevesuv
    @stevesuv Рік тому

    Unk ....These guys love you so much. You are a blessed man to have them as your friends. They are GODSMACKED by your talent.

  • @jakewatson1757
    @jakewatson1757 Рік тому +5

    So glad y’all love the melody maker! I have a single pickup 66 and it has the original pickup with the incredible neck and the original single coil low output pickup and it reacts so well with higher gain Marshall style amps

  • @TeleCaster66
    @TeleCaster66 Рік тому +1

    I love the these Gruhn Guitar vids, make more. Who knew 3 guys with a left handed guitar could be so much fun?

  • @stephenmckenna6488
    @stephenmckenna6488 Рік тому +1

    Corey and Greg think they are in the business of selling/repairing guitars. They are actually in the trust business. You are going to pay for whichever type of guitar you think you can afford. But when you trust the dudes with whom you are dealing? Priceless. Thanks for doing this guys...

  • @johnnolan4312
    @johnnolan4312 Рік тому +2

    Never ceases to amaze me the amount of improvised licks Uncle Larry has under his fingers at any given time, just fantastic!!!

    • @BeefNEggs057
      @BeefNEggs057 10 місяців тому

      He and Guthrie Trapp are the best at endless riffs and ideas. Perfect pairing - looking forward to their album!

  • @niguel4438
    @niguel4438 Рік тому +2

    5 years ago I drove the Blues Trail from New Orleans to Chicago when on holiday from the UK. I couldn’t wait to visit Gruhn’s and felt like a little kid in wonderland. I was 65 years old at the time! I asked to meet George and not only did he agree but we spent and hour together. During this time I was admiring a Martin 00018 hanging from the wall. George let me play it. When I put it back I noticed that it was $100,000. This would not have happened in London. All the team I met were great. Can’t wait to go back to Aladdin’s Cave one day. This is a great segment of your show Tom. More please.

    • @CatholicSoutherner
      @CatholicSoutherner 2 місяці тому +1

      That’s sounds like an awesome trip man!

    • @niguel4438
      @niguel4438 2 місяці тому

      @@CatholicSoutherner it was. Do it if you’re a blues nut like me.

  • @trouschyoutub
    @trouschyoutub Рік тому +1

    Look at the amazing magic music man on the left handed guitar! Amazeballs!!!

  • @boblewis902
    @boblewis902 Рік тому +1

    Literally the most guitar fun I've had in a long time. Thanks for taking me along. You're definitely my favorite uncle.

  • @Vintage_375
    @Vintage_375 Рік тому +1

    Episode ideas - What makes a setup on a guitar great; Compare Vintage Acoustic Martin / Gibson / Body Shapes / Tone vs other body shapes/ Wood Comparison; Compare Custom Shops/ Reissue to the Vintage guitars like the ES-335. What makes the Vintage guitars that much more worth the cost; Vintage 70's Yamaha Red Label Nippo Gakki Acoustics; Compare Vintage Amplifiers Vox/Fender/Marshall/Matchless; Chord voicing break down and application / Chord Shapes; Chord Progression break downs / usage; Influential records; Influential Guitar players other than the typical players like Hendrix/Page/Clapton; What is good / great tone(Personal taste obviously, but what makes tone great, mentally); Pick attack / dynamics; What makes a song great / unique / stand the test of time; Playing great music with the guitar verse playing great guitar.

  • @bigdavedave9865
    @bigdavedave9865 Рік тому +1

    We all went to another place when the acoustic came out 🙏 that guitar in uncle Larrys hands was just fantastic 👌

  • @MADRADIOOFFICIAL
    @MADRADIOOFFICIAL Рік тому +1

    Loving these segments with Gruhn boys Tom. As someone who has worked in music retail in a past life I know these cats are these best in the business.

  • @bodocki1155
    @bodocki1155 9 місяців тому

    Man this was great!! There's that other store on the West Coast that sells vintage guitars and has a guitar of the day.. This just took That to a whole new level!! Excellent excellent excellent!!

  • @dolphy1978
    @dolphy1978 Рік тому

    You guys are a marvelous delight, please do not stop filming these.
    And now I'll go off myself 'cause I'll never own a Firebird.

  • @hughscully
    @hughscully Рік тому

    Thanks, Uncle Larry for letting us tag along. I learned a ton.

  • @JerBanta
    @JerBanta Рік тому

    I’m pretty sure if we put strings on a phone book, uncle Larry would make it sound great. Amazing and effortlessly bringing the best out of everything he touches … I love watching the facial reactions of the guys in the room as he dances on the fretboard… love it

  • @TaylorSchlupp
    @TaylorSchlupp Рік тому +3

    Corey has helped me with a couple guitars whenever I've been in town. Gruhn is great about making people feel welcome. Rumble Seat on the other hand is a sweet store but the last time I was there we were told that anything we wanted to play had to be handed to us. Either way love both stores and Carter Vintage. Great video as always! 🎸

  • @philroselle1514
    @philroselle1514 Рік тому +2

    All these incredible instruments sound so good in your hands, but damn that 31' Martin sounded other worldly with you playing it!!

  • @Vincentcam
    @Vincentcam Рік тому

    Corey is great, he sold me my vintage Strat. He made the entire experience incredible.

  • @BounceBoomBounce
    @BounceBoomBounce Рік тому +1

    I really love this series of videos. I hope there are many more of them to enjoy in the future. Huge gratitude to you and the guys at Gruhn's for your time, knowledge, and love of all things guitar.

  • @tomeksikora8920
    @tomeksikora8920 Рік тому +1

    So cool seeing Tom play a lefty. As a southpaw, I'm used to picking up right-handed guitars and playing them upside down. He is doing exceptionally well!
    Also, damn, I would kill for either the SG or the Esquire...

  • @mojo6778
    @mojo6778 Рік тому

    Love these Uncle Larry goes to Gruhn's session, especially when Uncle Larry ripped it up lefty - blew me away!

  • @deweydecimal1446
    @deweydecimal1446 Рік тому +1

    You're fukn nuts Tom! Truly in tune with melody and tone. I've never seen someone with such a catalog in their brain. I could listen to you play all day! Masterful

  • @mathiasbergenheim3398
    @mathiasbergenheim3398 Рік тому +8

    I just love how Greg and Corey are superfocused on Tom's hands when he's playing...like two kids staring at the presents under the christmas tree...I'm doing it as well I might add, when Tom's playing I'm just amazed every time...he's the GOAT!!!

    • @jimhurlbut3649
      @jimhurlbut3649 Рік тому

      I don't play but noticed that Tom seems to have perfect hands to be a virtuoso guitarist. And look how strong they look! I suppose that comes from years of playing.

    • @pawlowski6132
      @pawlowski6132 Рік тому

      What did you think they would do just stare at their phone checking email?

    • @mathiasbergenheim3398
      @mathiasbergenheim3398 Рік тому

      @@pawlowski6132 Nice of you to comment…..with a “nice” comment….

  • @markfeltham8392
    @markfeltham8392 8 місяців тому

    Man I'm enjoying these Gruhns episodes . 👍👍👍👍

  • @thenewtowncryer
    @thenewtowncryer 4 місяці тому

    I couldn't help but notice you didn't play any prog licks while demoing those saxophones, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for that- Danka LarrY!!!

  • @johnmorrison8618
    @johnmorrison8618 Рік тому

    Tom I didn't think I could appreciate your playing more but then you played so well lefty it elevated your status to true savant level excellence and mastery. What the hell man!

  • @CharlieGrier
    @CharlieGrier Рік тому +1

    Wow, what a fun 75 minutes!! Great information, great friendship and tons of cool tones. I would love to see a shootout of vintage versus new custom shop guitars with your thoughts on what's good and not so good on each. I'm really looking forward to more of these. Oh, and great left hand playing.

  • @nilsgarcia343
    @nilsgarcia343 Рік тому +1

    The descending sequence you play on that Martin is simply angelic

  • @joshellyson
    @joshellyson Рік тому

    What can i say Uncle Larry, watched the video as i ended the day, and i went to sleep with a big smile on my face. I am sure everyone appreciates all your generosity.

  • @bldallas
    @bldallas 3 місяці тому

    How can you not pick the white-guard? That things was awesome!
    EDITED TO ADD: That Firebird is freaking awesome, too. That would be my second choice.
    Regarding the store…though I haven’t been to Gruhen’s in 30 years, back in the mid-90s, I used to travel from Dallas to Nashville, every couple months, for work.
    I was super impressed with how laid back they were and how I felt I could play anything I wanted there. It was refreshing compared to my experience with other smaller shops here in Dallas or other cities in the SW. Much appreciated.

  • @justinguitarcia
    @justinguitarcia Рік тому +1

    My favorite new series, love having my pre gig weekend coffee with yall

  • @josephmitchell204
    @josephmitchell204 4 місяці тому

    I love these videos. Great guys.

  • @unclesamsniece2064
    @unclesamsniece2064 Рік тому +1

    That acoustic…sounded beautiful. Thank you for that.

  • @larrygessner3155
    @larrygessner3155 4 місяці тому

    Loved this video! Awesome guitars! I dont know if I have ever seen Tom play a cigar box guitar, but I would bet money he could make it sing!

  • @TomoFujitaMusic
    @TomoFujitaMusic Рік тому

    Amazing playing on that Lefty SG!!

  • @Jerrylumdegaard
    @Jerrylumdegaard Рік тому

    Another aspect of the show I thoroughly enjoy! Couple of good dudes right there! Starship trooper is a god dang alien playing lefty like that’s!!!

  • @JM_Welch
    @JM_Welch Рік тому +2

    This was top notch 👍🏼 the tones on that epiphone, it’s like there are songs in that guitar just waiting to be coaxed out. Some good banter in that room!
    Gregs laugh is infectious.
    I hope one day I play as well as you do upside down 🤯

  • @biffleonetti5298
    @biffleonetti5298 Рік тому

    Made it through the whole video. I was entertained the entire time. It’s great seeing the three of you enjoying each other’s company the way you do. I feel like I just had the best hang with old friends.

  • @aaronwinton7067
    @aaronwinton7067 Рік тому

    Now I know what my Dad meant when he said, “Boy, you wanna do anything with bla, blah, bla …… you better work at until you learn it backwards and forward “….
    … that’s why you so great… you took it literal. Thanks Tom for the life lesson.

  • @timchalmers1700
    @timchalmers1700 Рік тому

    I thought I heard Steve Cropper playing. I love hearing Uncle Larry play. Just listen to the sustain of that Firebird.

  • @Sammywhat
    @Sammywhat Рік тому

    I predict, Uncle Larry goes home with that Epiphone. That was SO dialed in!! Wow. Thank you, Greg and Corey just the same!! As Tom was playing that Epi, Greg, Corey, and I, and probably 17,000 other guys had the same serene smile on our faces! I'm sure of it. Man was that awesome!!

    • @hansvancamp6284
      @hansvancamp6284 Рік тому

      Do you know what model Epiphone that is? It wasn't mentioned I think. A reissue of that one would be nice :)!

    • @Sammywhat
      @Sammywhat Рік тому

      @@hansvancamp6284 I think that's a 1965 or 66 Epiphone Al Caiola. Fairly rare. A few have been sold on Reverb in the last few years. That is one really interesting guitar. Would have loved to hear Tom run through all of the iterations of that switching system! 👍

  • @kevinafflack
    @kevinafflack Рік тому

    Such a great episode. Bummed it took me awhile to get to this one, that Epiphone is really talking to me…and is gone. Please keep doing these. So much knowledge from all you guys that’s just impossible to find elsewhere.

  • @scottruffner7744
    @scottruffner7744 Рік тому

    I love how each guitar forces you to play differently!!!

  • @mkii1964
    @mkii1964 Рік тому

    @26:51 you own me Sir!! It has never once dawned on me to try to learn the sped up piano interlude George Martin played on In My Life!! Wow!

  • @stratcat9432
    @stratcat9432 Рік тому +1

    Yes,yes!! Now my hour + drive to work will go by in a snap! I love these Uncle Larry and Friends Lessons the most! Thank you Unc,Greg and Corey! ❤❤❤

  • @larsgorananundi7003
    @larsgorananundi7003 Рік тому

    Beautyful!
    Tom, you bring out the best in these guitars.
    Its amazing.

  • @wallqvistphotography4937
    @wallqvistphotography4937 Рік тому +1

    So wonderful to see how different instruments bring out different feelings in you as a player. A truly wonderful player at that.

  • @Nozmo_King_NJ
    @Nozmo_King_NJ Рік тому

    Gruhn's .. One of my top Nashville bucket list stops .. someday soon. A while back George was very kind in answering a few questions I emailed him regarding a 1946 ES-300 I have. Plus, he likes Parrots, which is cool in itself.

  • @stevesuv
    @stevesuv Рік тому

    Dont forget Chris Camp, and Wayne Henderson. The guys from the old Picken Parlor. Now they are the Masters.

  • @MichaelPaul155
    @MichaelPaul155 Рік тому

    Crazy good. Listened to this while on the treadmill with ear buds and it is a WHOLE different sound. The tone in the hands of the master becomes heavenly. Even when playing a lefty. What???

  • @jackmundo4043
    @jackmundo4043 Рік тому +1

    Smartest thing George has done is to hire you to demo these pricey guitars. You make em sound so rich.

  • @niguel4438
    @niguel4438 Рік тому

    Nothing long winded about this Tom. It was a guitar enthusiast dream. As for ideas, it would be great fun to pick out one very rare and very expensive guitar a month with an eye popping price. I get that money doesn’t equal cool but it’s still fun to see those rare items. Also fun to compare them with their new original price. Great guitar work today, as always, especially the left hand playing. Incredible.

  • @TheTennesseetiger
    @TheTennesseetiger Рік тому

    Master Class…..! thanks Tom…..what a special peep behind the scenes with two remarkable experts. Incredible tones , ability and knowledge of the instruments

  • @CRP2426
    @CRP2426 Рік тому +1

    This was much needed Therapy.
    Love these episodes, Thank you!

  • @skeenj
    @skeenj Рік тому

    I love how Greg and Corey watch you play. They have the same glee on their face, that i would have watching you up close, like that.

  • @t.sewell1513
    @t.sewell1513 Рік тому +1

    Tom…you definitely went into orbit mode on that Martin. Sounds great man!

  • @nickspann89
    @nickspann89 Рік тому +6

    This Mfer just picked up a left handed guitar and played the shit out of it. Jeez

  • @davefromnh9204
    @davefromnh9204 Рік тому

    More Gruhn's Tunes! Thank you guys, made my day

  • @timharris3716
    @timharris3716 Рік тому +1

    Amazing, what you do with a guitar in your hands is very special!!!!! Thank You. Homeschoolin's the Best!!!

  • @Milesinstruments75
    @Milesinstruments75 Рік тому

    The acoustic (unplugged) tone of that Epiphone is amazing!

  • @KennethMoyer-t3y
    @KennethMoyer-t3y 4 місяці тому

    Loved this show.

  • @johnzuker
    @johnzuker Рік тому +1

    Fun video! Since it was brought up, it would be interesting to see/hear some new custom shop Fenders and Gibsons as compared to their original vintage counterparts through the prism of Uncle Larry’s discerning hands/ears.

  • @GraphiteandCigars
    @GraphiteandCigars Рік тому

    Great format. The three of you are great together. Amazing playing, amazing guitars..... what else could we ask for.

  • @JasonHobbsGuitarist
    @JasonHobbsGuitarist Рік тому

    Great video guys! I’d love to see some vintage VS custom shop comparisons, tone wise. Might help us “hear” what the difference is from these old instruments.
    thanks for another one guys!

  • @Ruudis9er
    @Ruudis9er Рік тому +2

    Gruhn gonna have give you some commission for selling every guitar you demoed Tom,
    Thank you boys
    Tom that tone you got with that 335 was awe inspiring 👍🏽

  • @dantheman348
    @dantheman348 Рік тому

    20 seconds before pulling the trigger on a left handed guitar, realized this channel might influence my decision making process a little too much lmao😂

  • @Cognitobot
    @Cognitobot Рік тому

    Thanks for the left handed guitars. I’m a lefty and we deserve some love every now and then

  • @ouphrontisco.
    @ouphrontisco. Рік тому

    George Gruhn has as good of taste in people as he does in guitars. These dudes are wonderful.

  • @GIBKEL
    @GIBKEL Рік тому

    Hells Bells!….thanks for the invite!
    “It’s worth more than when we started”….
    definitely.

  • @tombstoneslim7070
    @tombstoneslim7070 Рік тому

    Just now got the chance to sit down and watch this one…very much enjoy y’all sharing those beauties!! All I can say is you need to borrow that Martin and just roll tape for a couple hours. That thing sounds AMAZING!! Gotta also say the stuff you had chiming out of that Epi was awesome too!! I hear what you’re saying about Dan probably liking that one but you should definitely add that one to your studio case. Bang for buck that thing could seriously be dangerous in your hands. 🤘Thanks for sharing!

  • @strings31
    @strings31 Рік тому +1

    How do these guitars survive all those years. Geez man. Their so fragile too, the acoustics. Pretty cool.

  • @thg705
    @thg705 Рік тому +1

    What a badass for sure! Boy can play lefty and make it rock! Damn it, son!

  • @joecoombsguitarist
    @joecoombsguitarist Рік тому

    What an amazing video Tom, killer guitars but your playing was captivating. The tones with that Epiphone were particularly special, as well as that ‘31 Martin

  • @sparkomatic
    @sparkomatic Рік тому

    The switch to the pick just past 21:45. A quick interjection then tucked away again and then back out again. Tone, articulation, dynamics, and super slick technique.

  • @kevinmalone8903
    @kevinmalone8903 Рік тому +2

    Listening to that wonderful In My Life solo, I could hear a little Tears In Heaven. I wonder if that’s what inspired the melody for EC