#62 - 2024 Wrapped: Rust, Renewal and Revelations
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
1M ago
Wrapping up the year 2024 and wishing you all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2025. On this video I'll share with you some of my thoughts on the past year, reflecting on changes in our shop and what the future might bring. I hope you enjoy the podcast. This is not a live stream like the Weekly Wednesday broadcasts typically are. This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collectors alike! The program is not about the guitars we make in my company Ruokangas Guitars. I'm doing this for you, who are interested in learning more about you ..read more
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#39 - Interrogation Continues...
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
1M ago
"Why does a guitar need a truss rod? How come fret files are so expensive? Can rosewood be replaced by thermally aged other species? How can I make my guitar strings last longer?" These questions and much more have been waiting in my questions-to-be-answered pile. Let's continue the "interrogation" we started a few weeks ago! On this episode I'll answer as many of your old and new questions as I can..!  This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collectors alike! The program is not about the guitars we make in my company Ruokanga ..read more
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#16 - Factory vs luthier.. what's the real difference? Pt.3 with guest Nik Huber
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas / Nik Huber
1M ago
This week - the 3nd episode of my 'factory vs luthier' series - you'll get to meet the famous German luthier Nik Huber, whose career I have been paying close attention to for well over 20 years, and with whom I have exhibited at the same shows in Europe and North-America countless times. Heck, we've even built custom guitars for each other!  Regardless of all the fun times, this live stream is no place to stroll down the good old memory lane. Instead, I'll be interrogating my brother in arms with a tough set of questions in the hope of understanding better whether there is indeed meaning ..read more
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#61 - Cremona Musica 2024 - a Luthier's Pilgrimage in Stradivari's Footsteps
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
3M ago
Cremona is known for its history as the center of classical musical instrument making - the home of Amati, Rugeri, Stradivari, Guarneri, and many more. So, why are we exhibiting our electric guitars in such a place? Isn’t this an odd fit? Join the Weekly Wednesday Live, Episode 61, to find out the answer to this question and more! This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collectors alike! The program is not about the guitars we make in my company Ruokangas Guitars. I'm doing this for you, who are interested in learning more about your ..read more
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#60 - New Guitar Model - The Missing Link Between Acoustic And Electric?
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
4M ago
We've had the tube-powered Valvebucker pickup for some years now. We've integrated it into our existing guitar and bass models, successfully inspiring players with its unique sound. But the exploration doesn't end there, does it? One path forward is to design an instrument specifically with the Valvebucker in mind. In this episode, I will reveal to you the result of one such path we've explored! This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collectors alike! The program is not about the guitars we make in my company Ruokangas Guitars. I'm ..read more
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#59 - Hasta La Vista, AI - The Arts & Crafts Strike Back!
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
4M ago
Today, we’re going to explore an interesting parallel between two eras that have shaped, and are shaping, our world: the Industrial Revolution and the rise of AI. This isn’t just a history lesson - it’s about understanding what’s happening right now and where we might be headed. This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collectors alike! The program is not about the guitars we make in my company Ruokangas Guitars. I'm doing this for you, who are interested in learning more about your instrument. The brand or monetary value of your gui ..read more
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#58 - Questions & Answers - Why is Finland the happiest... and more!
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
4M ago
A comeback stream after a year and a half hibernation? Well, that might be an overstatement, but I've been missing you people too much - I hope there's still some viewers and listeners left after all this time! This episode is simply about answering questions I've gotten from you over time. Have to admit I'm a bit nervous not having done this in a long time - wish me luck! The two links I mentioned during the live stream: X-Lok in Instagram:   / xlokguitar  Nick Cave / Red Hand Files: https://www.theredhandfiles.com This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and bas ..read more
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#57 - Can I shred with a nylon stringed electric..!?
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
4M ago
First I turned down the idea of making a nylon-stringed electric guitar - but eventually I changed my mind. Why? You have to watch this stream to find out. :) I'd like to dedicate my last Weekly Wednesday Live broadcast for this year to all You out there, who work hard in the field of making music - composing, recording & gigging - in order to bring joy, consolation and a feel of unity to people's lives. It is so very important, and often understated, in these challenging times. This broadcast is targeted to all of you who enjoy guitars and basses, be it players, enthusiasts or collector ..read more
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#56 - Songs From The Wood: Ebony
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas
4M ago
Why is ebony so highly valued in the world of musical instruments? Let's discuss about tradition and sustainability - and how those two concepts conflict in the case of ebony. Historically, ebony - this mythically exquisite wood from the dry and intermediate zones in Western Africa, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Southern India and Indonesia - was available only to master craftsmen because of the nature of the material and its great expense. The use of it has a long history of use in cabinetwork, decorative items, crucifixes – and in a wide array of musical instruments. In this episode of my (Weekly ..read more
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#55 - Ruben Roeh & The Art of Teaching Guitar
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
by Juha Ruokangas / Ruben Roeh
4M ago
What is ear training about? Active listening? Biomechanical method of teaching guitar..!!? Half a year ago I had no idea - but thanks to Ruben Roeh we'll all know a lot more after watching this interview! Ruben is a hard working musician and guitar teacher based in Hamburg, Germany. Most of you who follow us most likely have come across demos or other content involving Ruben's input. Yes, we're good friends and work together - would be fair to say that Ruben has become also one of our main test pilots for the Valvebucker invention early on. This interview focuses however more to Ruben's work ..read more
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