Shoot, I don’t even need an audience. I can sit alone playing and jam to my feelings. If I’m bummed out about something I might jam some blues. If I am having pissed off day I’ll jam some metal....and so on. I love guitars SO much
@texasplumr3 жыл бұрын
I'd have never believed that I could watch a video this long but he is such an unassuming and brilliant guy, I was simply fascinated! How do you forget a decal? I know! I'm a welder / fabricator and Master Plumber and after finishing a big job and I'm feeling so proud when someone notices some little thing that I forgot! I'm immediately just crushed and want to crawl under a rock and hide. It's never anything critical, usually cosmetic, like a decal. Those experiences are truly humbling and keep me from getting too full of myself. And at age 67 and doing this work my entire life I still make those mistakes. Thanks for interviewing Ron and I hope to see more of him here. And yeah, I love guitars too! Even if my fingers aren't as flexible as they once were, I still try to play every day. There are many unhealthier things to obsess on!
@tuckersossaman88382 жыл бұрын
Ron really is a great frickin dude, i work regular production in corona and got to walk thru the custom shop selection room and he was there, met him and it was just an awesome experience, he's the inspiration to stay and become a master
@arniebaird78524 ай бұрын
What an amazing, right place at the right time, story! Thanks for sticking with it and being there to move forward an aspect of Fender, (and the best way to build guitars)!
@simontemplar33593 жыл бұрын
I'm so late to the party, but you're a great interviewer! Ron Thorn.. he's just such a cool guy. I want to be like him if and when I grow up!
@pablo93643 жыл бұрын
Very good banter .empirial is a great name
@sheikhabrahim40572 жыл бұрын
Ron's story unfolds like an autobiography. Someone needs to set this story in book form now. He's very inspiring 'cause he's true to what he's saying...no pretentions!
@tonyguilfoyle90993 жыл бұрын
What a super guy Ron is skilled at his trade and down to earth,could bring him home to your elderly mother.I totally enjoyed the chat....most enjoyable interview ever. Want an Empirial guy he is. Thanks Tony Guilfoyle Ireland
@TheGuitarGeek3 жыл бұрын
I’m really glad you enjoyed this. Ron is an absolute star
@rockybruce37503 жыл бұрын
Also did a semi hollow body with a PRS kind of style headstock. Created my first maple inlays and stained them to match the theme of the guitar. I could talk about it for days
@ryanthenormal11 ай бұрын
An amazing video to watch, and some top notch questions. His stories about mistakes he made were very reassuring. The number of times I've had to change designs of guitars because I slipped with a chisel or went a little too deep with a router... I'm glad to know that even a master builder can make mistakes.
@RabihSaadguitars10 ай бұрын
What a stellar interview. Great Job Andy I realy enjoyed it .
@Markleford Жыл бұрын
Fantastic convo, guys! Love to you both!
@TheGuitarGeek Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@nar____ Жыл бұрын
Becoming a fender master builder is my dream job
@pascalgoupil4715 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful video! I had an ear to ear smile the entire time!!
@JoshBreault4 жыл бұрын
Excellent interview! In fact, my favorite yet. The Empirial is a beautiful guitar! Thanks for the great chat and inspiration.
@bardpendragon72292 жыл бұрын
Ron Thorn is a living legend. Looking forward to the next chat you have with him.
@TheGuitarGeek2 жыл бұрын
he really is. The next chat is on it's way!
@GosselinCreative4 жыл бұрын
By far, my favorite interview you've done yet. I'm an amateur luthier and Ron has inspired me.
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
That’s great news! Thank you
@Frustratedfool2 жыл бұрын
First time watching this channel. Hooked. Lovely chat, fantastic stories and questions. Subscribed to this - Empirical(ly)!
@joetoe92073 жыл бұрын
What a kind, unassuming dude. And obviously multi-talented.
@TheGuitarGeek3 жыл бұрын
He is absolutely god level.
@joetoe92073 жыл бұрын
@@TheGuitarGeek I have one of his beautiful guitars on order. Seeing his kind character makes mt decision all the better. I'm lucky!
@TheRisingoftheLights4 жыл бұрын
This series has become a must watch. So many cool stories and this one makes me want to crack on with my builds. Not sure my neighbours would appreciate me starting the router up right now though. The Empirial looked stunning too!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Awww snuck in the name there! Thanks andrew
@celisgonzalez52964 жыл бұрын
Ron is the most hard working guy I know and is so passionate about it! The Empirial is a jewel, I love the pickguard!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! A friend of Ron’s! Is he always this genteel and funny? I’m sure he is 🥰
@celisgonzalez52964 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@Dracu134 жыл бұрын
So great to see Ron here. This guy is an awesome builder and a true friend to me! Love his fender story with the hallway. Thanks Andy :-*
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Hello brother. Yes, Ron is a true gent with a wealth of great stories AND skill. Loved every moment of this
@Buzzel-NL4 жыл бұрын
What a great video again! You can see Ron really loves what he is doing. How cool. Great interview Andy! This weekend I will start my next (third) guitar build! And it will be a beauty (i can already see it finished in my head). A T-style guitar, mahogany body with a marblewood top, walnut neck, ziricote fretboard, some custom wound pickups and a two point tremolo. For the inlay I'll keep simple dots for the moment :P It is true what Ron said. If you want to built guitars, just start doing it. Buy some books, watch some youtube video's, buy some wood and hardware. And only buy the tools you really need! A router, a Jigsaw, a fretsaw, a file for the frets, a chisel and some sandpaper is all you really need. Build my first two just with those tools.
@saddroid24414 жыл бұрын
Ron is a legend
@tickedoffsheikh85872 жыл бұрын
This was not your regular video...and I mean the guest who was on is the coolest VIP I have ever seen on KZfaq... I'm referring to Ron Thorn. Andy you're an interviewer.Keep it up. 🇬🇾🇬🇾
@dongonzulman64784 жыл бұрын
Empirial Grantura. I am astounded at the beauty of that Thorn design. I've been yearning for someone to interview Ron since Phil McKnight interviewed him (asking him to pick a Squier, which was fascinating to watch actually). Ron had some amazing stories, and is such an interesting dude. Also, Andy did an awesome interview, kept conversation going and had interesting stories of his own. I hope more people see this interview, and I also hope it inspires a few kids into getting into guitar building. I've taught myself how to setup and maintain my own (stupid large) guitar collection over the past year or two using KZfaq videos, StewMac in particular, but other guys and hearing Ron talk about the lack of talent these days is a bummer. I'm not a builder, but working on guitars is way more fun (to people like me i guess) than you might think! Anyway, cheers to both Andy and Ron for an absolute banger of a watch!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Don, you are welcome! Thanks for reaching out. Ron is such an interesting and creative guy
@genarotapia63883 жыл бұрын
Andy that was awsome!. Thanks a lot.
@rockybruce37503 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed the video guys. As Ron said just grab some scrap wood and some tools and dive in. I am on my 6th guitar and have a rough body cut out for # 7 already. I do my own necks now fret board s and all. I just did my first set neck (Gibson style guitar) and it came out very well. I do my own finish. Book matched my first maple top by re-sawing several pieces of figured maple clear coat. Did a couple burst finishes with stain. Its a blast. Just wish I could do it full time. Its definitely a passion.
@RocketBoy19694 жыл бұрын
Great interview! Ron is an excellent luthier and a cool dude. Thanks Andy 👍✌️
@liverpoolred28344 жыл бұрын
Luv to Ron. Cool interview and I made it to the end again - Empirial. Thanks Andy!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it man
@guybravata55644 жыл бұрын
Amazing and inspiring video! I met Ron at a local Fender master-built event. Great dude. Keep the videos coming.
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Guy. This was an absolutely wonderful chat. Glad you enjoyed
@KRAZEEIZATION2 жыл бұрын
I’ve more chance of going to the moon than being a Fender master builder!!!
@dingadettachhangteofficial50913 жыл бұрын
Ron is such a nice guy.
@philippvonbuch84603 жыл бұрын
Great Interview, he is a true legend! Thanks for passing the passion!
@DerekPaulGuitar4 жыл бұрын
Man this was good, Ron is just such a nice guy and a crazy good builder! Nice Andy! Cheers man!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@LJN714 жыл бұрын
That was enjoyable beyond words!! And I very much love the Art Deco inspired Imperial.
@CalliGom3 жыл бұрын
Great interview! My cousin Vinny...what a movie!
@TheGuitarGeek3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@zaqwoodward88512 жыл бұрын
Great video! I learned a lot from his experiences and I like the questions you chose. That Imperial guitar has a really unique pick guard!
@davey_tones4 жыл бұрын
just got done with the series and you've done a great job with this andy!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Thanks David!
@adamjolin2 жыл бұрын
Ron is such a class act, just an awesome down to earth guy. Great chat! #empirial
@Nukeboy934 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this video too. Thanks again!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Thanks For watching
@billcompeau48352 жыл бұрын
The Meteora inspired my K-60 design
@captainwoo90974 жыл бұрын
I would like the neck pocket intonation thing !
@tomdameek4 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most interesting interviews so far Andy. (I know I keep saying this) My father owned a specialised metal work business and he never had a sales team was never without work. His work and attitude was so good and he worked so hard, he didn’t need one and Ron is the same. It’s a rare combination. I do have to ask if Ron is by any chance related to Seth Macfarlane?. What a fascinating and genuinely interesting and very likeable guy. Brilliant!!!! 😀👍👍 Ps Imperial guitar is sexy I love Art Deco.
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom. Each chat I have seems interesting and fun. It’s hard to pick a favourite. I will make sure my son and daughter keep learning.
@Superjet1134 жыл бұрын
Glad I clicked on this, it was very interesting! Thanks buddy!
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think Ron could be interesting for ever
@shawnadams16933 жыл бұрын
Amazing chat!!
@brad-guitar-miller8134 жыл бұрын
Great video Andy. Like the fact bit more about the man than the job. 👍
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Great news Brad!
@guguslive3 жыл бұрын
This was awesome!!!!! :)
@bretsager76512 жыл бұрын
Hey Andy. New subscriber. Great show. Loved the Imperial.
@TheGuitarGeek2 жыл бұрын
Hi Bret! Welcome to my channel
@Dmeador2 жыл бұрын
Ron Jermyn
@Ric007Mason4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha! Ron is such a dude! I can't actually believe you called him a Master Bender!!! 😂😂😂PMSL
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Yeah!!!!!! He’s superb. I’m such a div
@oldmanzen66824 жыл бұрын
Wait... for which shop in Ottawa?! That's where I live. I've love to see this guitar, if it hasn't already been sold.
@landonbailey4 жыл бұрын
Lauzon Music. I saw it when I was there recently (picking up a Princeton)
@oldmanzen66824 жыл бұрын
@@landonbailey Thanks. You remember how much it was selling for, out of curiosity? (I'll check their online shop.) Edit: Found it. Yeah... won't be picking that one up anytime soon.
@landonbailey4 жыл бұрын
@@oldmanzen6682 $10K
@oldmanzen66824 жыл бұрын
@@landonbailey 11k.
@Crusader3153 жыл бұрын
I was wondering and I may have just missed him saying it but what is the name of Ron Thorn's guitar academy?
@robertscott33992 жыл бұрын
i could prob make it as a custom shopp painter and custom artist
@Andy_Goodwin Жыл бұрын
How do u take fenders courses to get certified by them?
@Fwrj110393 жыл бұрын
Say if I wanted to get on this journey? How do I go about working for fender as a builder? I have the skill and willingness to work and learn. How do I contact?
@frmcf4 жыл бұрын
What was it again? The Emperiator? Impotater? Empirater? Cool guy though. And Ron as well.
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
You’re too kind 🥰
@tonybrooks4764 жыл бұрын
EOTVC. I can’t remember so let’s call it Frank.
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
come on.. you can do better than that! :D
@tonybrooks4764 жыл бұрын
TheGuitarGeek true. Let's go with Ermintrude. 😉😬🎸🕺🕺🕺🕺🤪🤪🤪🤪🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡🦡
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Pretty close actually
@Gixer750pilot3 жыл бұрын
How did you become a master bender at Fuilder. cracked me up
@TheGuitarGeek3 жыл бұрын
Yeah... oooops
@alexvandepas93364 жыл бұрын
Andy m8.... That was one imperial video! Rob is such a nice guy... Next time please don't look like a 16yr old girl who's talking to her crush...geesh... :D
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha, you got me!
@PooNinja4 жыл бұрын
ectocaster? the slimeist strat but sounds great with a proton pack..wait what?
@TheGuitarGeek4 жыл бұрын
We got one!!!!
@robertiaccarino43633 жыл бұрын
awkward interview; nothing planned just roaming around. Fan Boy malarky.