Rig Rundown: Tim Pierce

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  • Опубліковано 28 кві 2024
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    Tim Pierce’s guitar can be heard on more than a thousand recordings, starting in the ’80s, when he played on hits by Bon Jovi, John Waite, and Rick Springfield. In subsequent years, he’s added to his resume with recorded performances for Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, the Goo Goo Dolls, Lana Del Ray, Demi Lovato, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, and many more.
    These days, Pierce also has a popular UA-cam channel with more than 400,000 subscribers and offers an online masterclass program for thousands of users. You can get more information at timpierceguitar.com.
    Meanwhile, here’s what we saw-and learned-when Pieces shared the wisdom and the gear he’s accumulated in four decades of playing sessions.
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    [Brought to you by D’Addario XS Strings: www.daddario.com/XSRR]
    00:00 - D'Addario XS Strings
    00:15 - Tim Pierce Intro
    02:01 - 1962 Gibson ES-335
    03:44 - 2020 Gibson Custom Shop 1960 Les Paul reissue
    08:47 - PRS McCarty 594 Singlecut
    11:27 - 2019 PRS McCarty Flame Top Doublecut
    13:33 - 1962 Fender Jaguar
    15:53 - 2022 Mario hardtail S-style
    18:25 - PRS DGT
    21:02 - Tim Pierce's "Live" Pedalboard
    26:13 - Tim Pierce's UA-cam Cockpit
    27:21 - Iso Cab Setup
    28:30 - Tim Pierce's Amps
    29:51 - Tim Pierce's Studio Pedals
    © Copyright Gearhead Communications LLC, 2023
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 419

  • @premierguitar
    @premierguitar  Рік тому +7

    Full Rig Details: bit.ly/TimPierceRR
    Subscribe to PG's Channel: bit.ly/SubscribePGUA-cam
    Win Guitar Gear: bit.ly/GiveawaysPG
    Don't Miss a Rundown: bit.ly/RIgRundownENL
    Merch & Magazines: shop.premierguitar.com

  • @Garrett9339
    @Garrett9339 Рік тому +175

    Can't think of anyone more deserving of a rig rundown than this man. Such a virtuoso and fantastic teacher.

    • @dinofond
      @dinofond Рік тому +1

      Well Said Sir

    • @michaelpacinus242
      @michaelpacinus242 Рік тому +2

      What about a little baby with genitals

    • @pperejma
      @pperejma Рік тому +2

      @@michaelpacinus242 hmm fair point

  • @steveDC51
    @steveDC51 Рік тому +10

    Some say tone is in the hands - I think Tim’s is in his smile.

  • @stevenmiller3300
    @stevenmiller3300 Рік тому +52

    The sheer joy in which Tim plays with is inspiring

    • @premierguitar
      @premierguitar  Рік тому +4

      Truly.

    • @michaelpacinus242
      @michaelpacinus242 Рік тому

      Imagine him sucking on you for coke money with that very same enthusiasm! He used to do that for me back in the day out in the OC before things blew up

    • @jordymaas565
      @jordymaas565 3 місяці тому

      seems to know the score...

  • @ampersandmcvinegar5681
    @ampersandmcvinegar5681 Рік тому +17

    Nicest guitarist in the world. Tone monster!

  • @davidbolles6704
    @davidbolles6704 Рік тому +19

    I can’t put a number on how many times I’ve heard Tim talk about his gear, approach, set up,reasoning, etc. It will absolutely never get old. His skill and touch are one thing but his joy and devotion to music are what brings me back. Such a legend.

  • @arustydodge2111
    @arustydodge2111 Рік тому +49

    TIM PIERCE, such an amazing, polished, intricate player! Yet to watch the ease to which he bonds with any guitar he is playing, is so relaxed. Like he’s sitting on a couch having a cup of coffee. He looks so laid back, and really enjoying his craft. He makes this look so easy, but we all know how painstakingly hard it truly is to accomplish. He has his own tone, but can mimic and match the best guitar gods out there, effortlessly!
    Love to see a segment of TIM, and JOHN, jamming together!
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🎸⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @blcouch
    @blcouch Рік тому +6

    Tim doesn’t have a rig. He has a mission control center.

  • @gsmeeuwsen
    @gsmeeuwsen Рік тому +7

    Tim has got to be one of the best players on Earth right now....every note he plays just BELONGS there...

  • @bsherbine
    @bsherbine Рік тому +14

    Tim’s the man! What a sweet guy. His command center cockpit is unreal. Great episode

  • @jcoulter43
    @jcoulter43 Рік тому +30

    Tim and John. Tone and gear talk hosts match made in heaven. Fantastic video and two of the nicest, coolest dudes in all the guitar world! I could listen to them talk gear and tones for hours. God bless and rock on 🎸😎

    • @GimmeJimmy23
      @GimmeJimmy23 Рік тому +1

      A thousand times: Tim and John!!

  • @manofleisure75
    @manofleisure75 Рік тому +7

    Tim has probably played on more songs than you can count. Amazing player and seems like a super chilled dude! Cheers for sharing.

  • @Singlehand_Music
    @Singlehand_Music Рік тому +6

    I've never seen JB so quiet, he looks completely mesmerised by Tim's rig and masterful playing. Love it ❤

    • @GuiitarBilly
      @GuiitarBilly Рік тому

      Imoho John uses his excellent interviewing skills to guide rig rundowns and asks questions to help artists provide their pertinent gear info. He’s great at asking the right stuff, then pretty much staying out of the way while they answer. With Tim most of this isn’t necessary. Tim’s a master communicator who’s been refining things through hundreds of videos over the years….and he’s demoed his guitars and cockpit many times on his own and other channels .This seems like it was an easy one for John, he could just let Tim go and enjoy the music and the info.
      Two pros doing their thing.

  • @Steve-ih7dg
    @Steve-ih7dg Рік тому +42

    At last!! Tim is one of those legends who so few people know of by name - yet many many have heard play as a sessionman on thousands of songs. Can't wait to watch this. His enthusiasm, humility - & that smile of his - always warms my heart.

  • @Nozmo_King_NJ
    @Nozmo_King_NJ Рік тому +7

    Love Tim Pierce! What an articulate and informed guy. Plus his guitar face is one of the best .. like pure joy!

  • @synonyx
    @synonyx Рік тому +5

    I love how Tim is just having fun while doing this the whole time. This was awesome John!

  • @RakelaK67
    @RakelaK67 Рік тому +7

    Tim is a inspirational gift to all dedicated musicians to follow and learn

  • @glaucosouza1971
    @glaucosouza1971 Рік тому +6

    You can call it tremolo, vibrato, whatever you want Tim, you are the boss! Master musician. 🙌

  • @CargoShorts7
    @CargoShorts7 Рік тому +4

    Seriously the most powerful home studio I've ever seen. Tim is such an inspirational player. Great episode guys!

    • @juanmacaceres2702
      @juanmacaceres2702 11 місяців тому +1

      It's not a home studio, it's a studio in a home

  • @jammergreg
    @jammergreg Рік тому +4

    Tim is one totally melodic guitar man! That Les Paul is a beaut!

  • @shanewise4669
    @shanewise4669 Рік тому +3

    Tim always looks like he absolutely enjoys what he does 😃🤘👍

  • @zacate1983
    @zacate1983 Рік тому +3

    The best tone, the nicest guy and the coolest gear! Tim’s the man!

  • @Slugg-O
    @Slugg-O Рік тому +1

    Best Rig Rundown - EVER!
    Tim is the man. Such a happy, cool guy.

  • @Bobby_Digital37
    @Bobby_Digital37 Рік тому +2

    Tim definitely gets the award for most amazing home guitar setup and rig!!!! And definitely gonna need those Tim Pierce signature pickups!!!

  • @AlexVoinotGuitar
    @AlexVoinotGuitar Рік тому +7

    Thank you so much for doing that! Tim's been featured on so many records, he deserves the attention! This was an amazing learning experience!

  • @Steve-ih7dg
    @Steve-ih7dg Рік тому +1

    Love how Tim just drops in 'I met Tom thru Joe Bonamassa'. There's another story - but Tim has such humility, it's never a name drop with him.

  • @888jimm
    @888jimm Рік тому +4

    How do you know you are a geek ....
    1 -You clicked on this the instant you saw it
    2 - You know and agree with everything they are talking about....
    3- Can't wait till the Tim Pierce pickups are available and are on reverb looking for a " New Platform" to put them 😂😂

  • @noahchasinguitar5831
    @noahchasinguitar5831 Рік тому +3

    Tim has the best tone I’ve ever heard… It’s always different but always amazing. Doesn’t matter what guitar or amp/modulator he’s playing through… Which makes me think it’s just how he plays

  • @deckert618
    @deckert618 Рік тому +2

    Tim is just amazing

  • @keithmulcahy3417
    @keithmulcahy3417 Рік тому

    I love listening to Tim, his knowledge is incredible and his tone and the way he plays is amazing

  • @KRayxKodessA
    @KRayxKodessA Рік тому +1

    How is this only NOW happening?!! Tim is incredible!

  • @ronnie5129
    @ronnie5129 Рік тому +1

    Tim, you have the most Elaborate, Setup of things that i ever saw in my life, Cousin Figel

  • @chrisnash8411
    @chrisnash8411 Рік тому +1

    Tim Pierce is a breath of fresh air. You gotta' love this guy ...! Great player ...He's just so genuine.

  • @mmiller6873
    @mmiller6873 Рік тому

    Tim Pierce is such an inspiration and talented musician. Thank you so much for doing this RR. As always PG does it again.

  • @PeterLacis
    @PeterLacis Рік тому +1

    So good! I love Bolinger's face looking over Tim's shoulder in the second half. So great to see his reactions as a real fan.

  • @richardberry8830
    @richardberry8830 Рік тому

    Tim's Flat Wound 62 Jag was THE SOUND! I can't get over that delicious, syrupy soaked reverb tone. Heaven!

  • @vdubbub9746
    @vdubbub9746 Рік тому +3

    Thank you! This is awesome.

  • @papablue3015
    @papablue3015 Рік тому

    Tim seems a very pleasant happy person! Great guitar player!

  • @denverrandy7143
    @denverrandy7143 Рік тому +1

    Tim just has a beautiful touch! Period.

  • @toddflowers8052
    @toddflowers8052 Рік тому +2

    Outstanding show guys !!! 👌

  • @DrJeebles
    @DrJeebles Рік тому

    Yep, I've been waiting for this one. Tim is phenomenal.

  • @JS-nf1sn
    @JS-nf1sn Рік тому +1

    Love Tim. Love John. Thanks for another great video.

  • @RobertKeeleyTV
    @RobertKeeleyTV Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this incredible video Tim and John. Sure appreciate everything you guys do!

  • @daviddixon7326
    @daviddixon7326 Рік тому

    So thankful for both of you. Since picking back the guitar up after a very long absence, I can say with certainty how much I’ve appreciated sitting at your feet here on UA-cam and immersing myself in Tone Town and tutorials and the passion both of you have for sharing!

  • @BrianVallotton
    @BrianVallotton Рік тому +2

    Tim and John! YES! Two of my favorite UA-cam people. God bless y'all.

  • @scottweavermusic4130
    @scottweavermusic4130 Рік тому

    I can't get enough of Tim Pierce!

  • @grantdickey
    @grantdickey Рік тому +1

    GOAT!! Tim has to be the sweetest guy. A true inspiration ❤

  • @snartzzb983
    @snartzzb983 Рік тому +2

    A couple of my favorite youtube guitar guys. Thanks to you both.

  • @davidstephens1097
    @davidstephens1097 Рік тому

    Really great interview! Thank you both!

  • @claytonphelps9911
    @claytonphelps9911 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic rundown here, Tim is so cool, incredible knowledge and experience in tone, and yes, he can play quite well

  • @VERBANDTREM
    @VERBANDTREM Рік тому +3

    What a great episode!
    I think we're due for an updated rundown on Tom Bukovac

  • @jfturner67
    @jfturner67 Рік тому

    Time is such a pro’s pro, and anything he says is pretty much golden to me. Love it!

  • @neal9812
    @neal9812 Рік тому +1

    Tim is right on the money on everything:
    1) Guitars are tools of the trade: they're better with modern improvements but without leaving the aesthetics aside (vintage vibe or whatever works for you)
    2) Amps, speakers and pedals complementing each other
    3) Setting the environment up so one can focus on creativity and not connecting/disconnecting, setting up, etc.
    thanks for this rig rundown, Tim is a player but also a guitar gear expert, which makes it more interesting.

  • @J.C...
    @J.C... Рік тому

    Wow. Best Rig Rundown EVER! This is INSANE! 👌

  • @davidc0812
    @davidc0812 Рік тому

    This was fun! Love Tim. Love this channel.

  • @samthomas1945
    @samthomas1945 Рік тому

    What an awesome Rig Rundown. I love the ones with great session players, they're so generous with their insight and process. John is so good at just letting an artist talk as well

    • @michaelpacinus242
      @michaelpacinus242 Рік тому

      Tim used to do a great Dick Suckdown on my penis back in the day! Really great stuff

  • @TheSchmidu67
    @TheSchmidu67 Рік тому +4

    He's such an inspiring guy. If you watch him play, it is always a motivation to go further on your instrument. No matter, what your level is ...

    • @michaelpacinus242
      @michaelpacinus242 Рік тому

      He used to suck on me with such *wild* inspiration- astounding care to detail!!

  • @Bastion71
    @Bastion71 Рік тому +1

    I love the rundown of the Command Center! So cool.

  • @kmjansen
    @kmjansen Рік тому

    I love Premier Guitar AND Tim Pierce! Great Rig Rundown.

  • @GTRJohnny66
    @GTRJohnny66 6 місяців тому

    It's nice to see someone with so much talent and so little ego. Tim is amazing.

  • @TheJesterboy1969
    @TheJesterboy1969 Рік тому +1

    It's literally the tastiest licks ever!❤

  • @TomoFujitaMusic
    @TomoFujitaMusic Рік тому

    What a lovely playing!! So awesome!

  • @beachcomber4141
    @beachcomber4141 Рік тому

    What a home studio! That might be the most impressive guitar cave I have ever seen. Tim has spent years learning all of these things and is now able to do ANYTHING at the press of some buttons. Just wow. Great rig rundown!!

  • @kevinhydemusic
    @kevinhydemusic Рік тому +3

    Tim Pierce's tone is one of the most pleasant sounds in the universe.

    • @christopherweise438
      @christopherweise438 Рік тому

      What makes the vintage PAF's so tasty is they were low output. Tim knew to get that tone on his '60 reissue had to have low output pick ups.

    • @greggmolnar5335
      @greggmolnar5335 Рік тому +1

      Well-said. Totally agree. Every guitar, every amp, on every one of his videos is just
      so sweet

  • @vintagesounds5150
    @vintagesounds5150 Рік тому

    Tim is a Kid in a candy store! in his Studio. I could live there forever! Thanks for sharing ☮️🎸🎶

  • @kennethquintini658
    @kennethquintini658 Рік тому

    Agreed that this is a golden age for 🎸 electronics, I still like the old stuff, y'all keep on rocking!!

  • @stephenbedford1395
    @stephenbedford1395 Рік тому

    You always manage to get a magic sound Tim... love it mate!

  • @Someone-nl9ke
    @Someone-nl9ke Рік тому +3

    Tim has alot of good friends with really famous people. Wonder what its like to be really good friends with really famous people. Also the tone on his Jaguar is just insane. The reverb is great. Thanks for showing it Tim! Thanks for the content Premier Guitar. Very Cool Stuff

  • @hitnorcal
    @hitnorcal Рік тому

    COMMAND CENTER! Tim seems like such an awesome guy. I love all his videos. I hope he keeps working for another 20+ years.

  • @JemmyJems
    @JemmyJems Рік тому +1

    This is fantastic

  • @frankierodriguez8661
    @frankierodriguez8661 Рік тому

    thank you again for this. What a lovely dude is Tim.

  • @mattiv1
    @mattiv1 11 місяців тому

    That outro tone, da fugg man... brilliant!

  • @dongonzulman6478
    @dongonzulman6478 Рік тому

    Loved this - thanks for getting Tim on here!

  • @rocnpops62
    @rocnpops62 Рік тому +1

    The ultimate rig run down!!! Wow!!!

  • @Eduaro2U
    @Eduaro2U Рік тому

    That is the sweetest, most gorgeous sounding 335 - I need one.

  • @KEV_101
    @KEV_101 Рік тому +2

    Tim is the best session guitarist! He can play anything and everything.
    Follow his UA-cam channel!

  • @dennisdewinter1997
    @dennisdewinter1997 Рік тому

    Such an excellent video! Thanks so much John and Tim for sharing your wealth of experience and gear knowledge. This was so incredibly insightful!

  • @6Nicolas
    @6Nicolas Рік тому

    What a stunning rig and setup. Tim Pierce is the man !

  • @Bobafat1979
    @Bobafat1979 Рік тому

    Nice Boys! Great pleasure seeing this rundown!

  • @nilsmclellan868
    @nilsmclellan868 Рік тому

    I love this guy’s enthusiasm about his gear.

  • @clgmafnas
    @clgmafnas Рік тому

    Gracious and generous in sharing his information. Thanks John and Tim!

  • @CarbonBasedLifeform7810
    @CarbonBasedLifeform7810 Рік тому +1

    Timmy!! Such a treat

  • @williamlivingston1099
    @williamlivingston1099 Рік тому

    You're both fabulous. Monster contribution.

  • @darylm.stephens9603
    @darylm.stephens9603 Рік тому

    Great as always John thanks Tim

  • @mudzera
    @mudzera 6 місяців тому +2

    It's a pleasure to watch, always smiling and enjoying the sound, congratulations to both of you, good work ❤

  • @leozebiosthor6242
    @leozebiosthor6242 Рік тому +1

    wicked episode!

  • @Steve-ih7dg
    @Steve-ih7dg Рік тому +1

    Tim the consumate professional. Just listening to the care and attention he has given to designing his cockpit so as to get the best out of the artist he is working with - and giving off his best. A lesson that goes way beyond being a musician.

  • @officialswillis
    @officialswillis Рік тому +2

    Just, TRULY, The Best of the Best.
    A constant inspiration & in my few interactions with him, so very personable and humble with it. Thank you Mr Tim / Here’s hoping we can see you over UK side 🇬🇧 one day?! Cheers - Sam

    • @Steve-ih7dg
      @Steve-ih7dg Рік тому +1

      Yes to a trip across here! Wouldn't that be just great

  • @madebydbm
    @madebydbm Рік тому

    Great stuff - obviously love Tim's playing but love his ethos just as much. So refreshing hearing such an expert talk about "player grade" and new guitars with such enthusiasm. Much a pleasant change from all the vintage megabucks stuff.

  • @mattsb99
    @mattsb99 Рік тому +1

    OMG! That is unreal AWESOME! I’ve been a fan but oh my. Tim, that isn’t a Ferrari, it’s an F16, on full afterburner! Thank you from Austin!

  • @tuffitout2568
    @tuffitout2568 Рік тому +2

    Tim and John are both great guitarists and good people.

  • @limpindug
    @limpindug Рік тому

    Tim has got to be a master musician, his touch on guitar can only be dreamed about. So thanks for this video it's great. 👍👍👍👍🥃Respect to you fellas.

  • @davidsummerville351
    @davidsummerville351 Рік тому

    Very inspiring, enough said. Thanks Tim.

  • @ElmanAuthement
    @ElmanAuthement Рік тому +1

    Tim has one of the most interesting channels on UA-cam. Never miss anything he posts

  • @steveritchie3650
    @steveritchie3650 Рік тому

    Two of my fav guitar nerds in the same video….heaven

  • @haldasinger6440
    @haldasinger6440 Рік тому

    So great to see this come up in the recommended videos--two great guys in one video

  • @dr.gregoryweisswassernd7251

    Great collection, amazing player, fantastic interview.

  • @RolandSpecialSauce
    @RolandSpecialSauce Рік тому +1

    Best one yet!

  • @babagadoush1
    @babagadoush1 Рік тому

    “Universe Provides” love that John

  • @michaelparson-mcnamara782
    @michaelparson-mcnamara782 Рік тому

    Thanks John! I felt like my astonishment matched yours, as you followed Tim through his maze!