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Guitar Nerds

A Plethora of Pedals

Ep. 254

Guitar Nerds is brought to you in association with Faith Guitars.


Based right here in the UK, Faith Guitars are designed by British guitar luthier Patrick James Eggle, who has been hand-building guitars for decades for some of the biggest names in the business.


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This week's podcast is also sponsored by INDRA GUITARS - Whether you're after a full custom electric guitar, a repair or the just the smallest of modifications to make your instrument stand out from the crowd, Indra Guitars can guarantee truly original results so that your guitar really is your guitar and there isn't another one like it in the world.


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Check out Indra Guitars at indraguitars.com and get in touch to start a conversation about your next dream instrument.


This week on The Guitar Nerds Podcast, Joe, Mark, Matt and Jay take a look at the new TC Electronic Plethora, plus a load of other cool new products.


AND, we announce the winner of this month's Redbeard Effects Red Mist MKIV Giveaway!


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