The Pro Guitarist's EDC - gear you NEED!

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This heavy duty backpack with too many pockets goes with me everywhere. It has all the rest of the stuff I need (in addition to guitars, pedalboard, amp) to get through a day of sessions. Isolating headphones, tools, strings, extra pedals, water, and a few surprises as well. What do you think I'm missing? What do YOU take to every gig and session?
GK Ultraphones: www.gk-music.com/product/ultr... (No affiliation with these!)
If you're interested in any of the stuff in this video, I have some associate links below where I will make a very small amount of money should you choose to use said links to purchase said stuff. :) Video chapters are on down yonder. Thanks for all your support!
HERE is the musician's gear bag I mentioned: amzn.to/3NTDNmE
OR, go with a heavy duty backpack like I did: 5.11 RUSH24 backpack amzn.to/3r5JFQE
==GEAR I use EVERY DAY==
PolyTune headstock tuner sweetwater.sjv.io/k0znKV
G7th Performance Capo amzn.to/3PAtULQ
Dunlop Large glass slide 213 sweetwater.sjv.io/k0zndV
Dunlop 228 Chromed Brass slide sweetwater.sjv.io/rQzogj
D’Addario NYXL 10-46 sweetwater.sjv.io/daLXW2
D’Addario NYXL 11-49 sweetwater.sjv.io/Nkzdx1
D’Addario 10.5-48 (VERY COOL) sweetwater.sjv.io/y2yDKG
D’Addiaro Baritone 13-62 sweetwater.sjv.io/oqz29W
D'Addario Pro Peg Winder sweetwater.sjv.io/1rDQ1D
MY STRING CHANGE KIT CASE: amzn.to/3PvAm6N
Prohands Gripmaster amzn.to/3NtbB8G
Captains of Crush Gripper Sport (100lb) amzn.to/3Nshtiw
Revv Shawn Tubbs Tilt Overdrive sweetwater.sjv.io/0ZmraE
Nobels ODR-1 Natural Overdrive sweetwater.sjv.io/oqz2ME
Line6 HX Effects sweetwater.sjv.io/g1DznX
Eventide H9 MAX sweetwater.sjv.io/EK9n6D
Strymon Mobius Modulation sweetwater.sjv.io/75yAg5
Strymon Timeline delay sweetwater.sjv.io/LXnvk0
Meris Mercury7 Reverb sweetwater.sjv.io/q4ARdg
Meris Polymoon Delay sweetwater.sjv.io/rQGvdD
Revv D20 sweetwater.sjv.io/6eAaLQ
UA OX Amp Top Box sweetwater.sjv.io/vNyLk3
The other stuff I NEVER go without:
5.11 RUSH24 backpack amzn.to/3r5JFQE
Hydro Flask 64 oz wide mouth bottle with flex cap amzn.to/3XsYOYd
Palomino Blackwing pencils amzn.to/3JBL0VA
Pilot G2 07 pens amzn.to/3pjxFur
Rx bars amzn.to/3XpGLCt
NATIVE deodorant amzn.to/3r4vRps
Waterproof notepads amzn.to/3NvEBML
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Welcome to my kitchen, lol
1:08 5.11 RUSH24 backpack
2:00 GK-music.com Ultraphones
4:26 Planet Waves slide
5:13 G7th capo
5:42 When do I use a capo?
6:31 box o’ picks
7:12 TC Electronic PolyTune Clip
8:54 Hydro Flask 64oz water bottle
10:19 String changing kit
11:04 Metal slides just in case
12:15 RMC 10 Wah
13:59 Kingtone 1968
14:35 Diamond Compressor
15:15 Arion SCH-Z Chorus
16:03 Kingtone Duellist V1
16:41 patch cables
16:45 another small tool case
17:21 RXBARs18:48 Gripmasters
19:53 Native charcoal deodorant
22:16 Waterproof notebook
24:39 my favorite pens
24:49 my favorite pencils
26:07 Leatherman multitool
28:46 Please subscribe!
Support the channel:
Paypal: ostrandermusic@gmail.com
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@33shoobs Жыл бұрын

This comment is solely for the algorithm to know that I love this channel

@carlospellot2426 Жыл бұрын

So i've been following Justin for a while and seen almost every video and liked them. But i don't comment often. Would that really help Justin?

@33shoobs Жыл бұрын

@@carlospellot2426 i believe KZfaq likes to promote channels to the masses if the people who see that channel like it and interact with it in positive ways. It’s the least we can do to help I think

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton! I don’t know exactly how it all works, but I’m confident it doesn’t hurt 🤠

@ScottMcdonaldMusic Жыл бұрын

Well if it might help I’ll comment as well. Love this channel

@Torquemonster440 Жыл бұрын

Heck yes !!.. coolest channel I've stumbled across in recent memory. 🍻

@ArthurCLee Жыл бұрын

2 more things to add to this great list that I can't go without: Altoids box with actual Altoids in them. And a Sharpie!

@christyrpak4378 Жыл бұрын

What a great video- not just because of the gear, but because of the insight into who you are and what you value (family, nutrition, etc.) I was hooked as soon as you mentioned making your kitchen island. All the gear and tools I carry, whether for guitar, biking, backpacking, etc. is because I've been hosed at one point or another. As others have mentioned, I also carry a fingernail clipper and file given that I'm mainly a hybrid picker. There's nothing worse that getting a jagged or chipped nail halfway through a set. Finally, I also carry a toothbrush, but not for my teeth. It's to clean a guitar nut in case the strings start getting hung up on it. Thanks for all the great videos!

@jakestewartmusic Жыл бұрын

Great video Justin! Love the EDC chat, this is the un-glamorous stuff that working players need to think about - especially hygiene, food/water, and hearing protection. Absolutely crucial stuff. On tour, I used to always have a power bank charger, USB flash drive (in case the venue has a board that can record our set), spare batteries for pedals, small extension cord, and mints/gum/mouth-wash in my Mono Tick bag. Super useful stuff to have on hand. Also that Polytune is great - it was my only tuner when I was gigging an Esquire straight into a cranked Carr Rambler with no pedals. Very accurate and reliable!

@carlospellot2426 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! A third of my backpack was dedicated to hygiene and munchies.

@kevinvienneau977 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, thanks so much. Love the water and food discussion.

@zazoomatt 2 күн бұрын

Great Recommends as I just ordered the Capo & D'Addario finger fumbler just getting completed on years of learning the guitar at 66 at did all the hard work earlier starting in 2015. Got say this channel is Invaluable (including the commenters) to knowing what professional players do in studio work.

@raymohyde422 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Justin for sharing and tips.

@TheDragonDeacon 6 ай бұрын

I just found your channel and I'm really liking what you're doing here, so thanks for putting all this good information out there.

@ericnolin3514 4 ай бұрын

Man, I LOVE your videos!!!

@laoboy9 Жыл бұрын

Super useful video! I also totally agree on the points about food and water.

@nathanielheale Жыл бұрын

I've always wondered about what essentials session players need/use. Super helpful info, Justin! Thanks!

@anthonyjones6086 11 ай бұрын

This is good, real stuff. Definitely cool. Interesting take on a lot of stuff 🤘🏼

@cantstartafire Жыл бұрын

Dude, great stuff, thanks so much. I'm a middle aged guy just starting to play out and this is great. Thanks!

@raymster8450 11 ай бұрын

Justin, This is all way above my head! However, I really enjoyed peeking into the mind of a session player. Fascinating!

@andrewmsmith1969 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I saw a few folks mention a nail file, and my other essential is *small* sticky notes. I mainly do musical theatre gigs where each production makes different changes to the written parts - brightly colored sticky notes are a great way to mark cuts or extra repeats into the sheet music.

@gregweber6237 Жыл бұрын

Just subscribed, sorry for taking so long. "Pretty valuable content" is the understatement of the century! Love this channel and watch all of your videos. Really appreciate how much of your experience and insight you share with all of us fans...this video and the "Following this one rule..." were both killer. Thank you!!

@givingin2G4Courtz 7 ай бұрын

ditto. Just found this channel this past week. I'm not in the business, but I love the insights anyway.

@braytunes Жыл бұрын

Great channel. Really informative and well Layer out. Great player as well!

@JosephCompton66 11 ай бұрын

I got the headphones you recommended, so awesome. I live in a condo high rise, and if I want to have long practices, I need to use cans. Thanks for your videos.

@denomdemon Жыл бұрын

I keep a One Spot or two, some guitar/string cleaner and a microfiber cloth, and dude, a flask.

@johnaimbesi Жыл бұрын

I love this, as a working musician in new york you HAVE to have something like this as well. Mine also doubles as a suitcase so ill have extra things for gigs like extra tie, shoes if i have to change and a hx stomp (used as a backup rig, im a helix guy),Foldable guitar stand, and ipad stand. I keep extra cables in mine as well.

@partriotsfight5039 Жыл бұрын

511 makes some pretty good bags for this type of stuff. I have the 72 hour rush for work, but my little go to bag for a quick pedal board go is what 511 calls their tactical bail out bag. It has a shoulder sling one center pouch where I can throw a bunch of cables and some pedals as well as three pouches in the front that most guitar pedals will fit in and pouch on either end for whatever. I actually use it way more for guitar related equipment that I do for shooting.

@19501960 11 ай бұрын

Very interesting upload. You remind me of a keyboard player I worked with who had everything with him on gigs. I was always amazed when we turned up at gigs, no drinks in dressing room, he had tea, coffee and water flasks. I remember in a particularly cold dressing room he produced an electric heater,😂😂😂 oh and he could play ever standard ever written .

@gdhi11 11 ай бұрын

1968 is amazing. Just picked one up a few weeks ago. I've had like 10+ different vibe pedals--everything from the cheap stuff all the way to things like the Vibe Machine. The Kingtone 1968 gets it done.

@alxmrls1 Жыл бұрын

This is a really cool video! Thanks!!!

@TribalGuitars 11 ай бұрын

The 5.11 packs are great but they can raise a few eyebrows from people who expect you to be packing. They come in navy, tan, and black and with a guitar maker's patch look a lot less tactical. The D'addario packs are ok but the 5.11 have a LOT of pockets and more room. A small pack of unscented baby wipes works quicker, easier, and better than soap and paper towels in a bathroom. I had no idea they made a mod for the Arion chorus. Definitely going to have to look into that for mine. Things I think you could use in your pack: -Small 1st aid kit even if it's some Neosporin and bandaids. -StewMac tool kit (especially since they dropped it from $60 to $35) and spanner tool. -Breath mints or gum, not just the tin for picks. It's really great to see a musician actively promoting a healthy lifestyle as far as what's used in and on one's body.

@JustinOstrander 11 ай бұрын

Ha. Yeah I totally get that it is advertising a different kind of gear inside. Maybe I should’ve got black or gray. It’s such a great pack.

@guitargspusi 7 ай бұрын

This is great! my tour bag looks quite similar. Some other things i carry in mine are: a boss GE7, a Rag, some of these little rubber rings you can use to fix your guitar strap to the pin, but i like to put them under some of the knobs of my pedals so they don't change settings when i accidentally step on them. Recent addition: a Stretcha (coz there's nothing worse than wearing out your fingertips from string stretching right before a gig), a couple 9 volt batteries, a small roll of ducttape and a spare sm57, which i actually had use for more often than i would think :)

@benseaberry Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video! Some items not listed that I carry are fingernail clippers, a cloth to wipe strings, and a power surge protector. Thanks!

@Nozmo_King_NJ 11 ай бұрын

Very interesting, thanks!

@wesking1 Жыл бұрын

I love this video Justin. Super cool window into your world. I love the misc commentary on nutrition, added sugars, good water, and your grandfather. Really feel like I got to know you better. Btw we are water snobs too, it makes such a huge difference. It’s my dream to one day hire you to help me make a record of the songs I’ve been writing the past decade. Keep up the awesome work and thank you for doing the KZfaq channel. It’s a light in my life.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton man!

@Brooksnation1 Жыл бұрын

Great one. Thanks Justin. Guess I'm on the right track as this looks really similar to what I pack. You probably don't need this stuff but I always pack a 57, mic cable, instrument cable, small Furman power supply/conditioner /surge protector to drop right next to my board, Radial DI, nail clippers, post its, 9volts and Gorilla tape. I usually grab a pedal that does something freaky like the Mood or some such jic. Thanks for the tip on deodorant and toothbrush!

@williamdevlin366 11 ай бұрын

How fwiggin’ cool is this video you made for us??? Right in your kitchen too!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! So I saw this on my feed the other night & was like…”EDC? Guitar tools? Half an hour???” I just got to it. I just subscribed too, btw, & am hooked dude. I went & got a Craftsman tool box(Made in USA!) just for all my stuff I have laying around the house. This is great stuff! I’m gunna add a small socket set to mine just for input jacks & stuff like that. Screw drivers, strings, picks, polishing cloths. Painters tape (for acoustic bridges)…all stuff we all need anyway to change strings. Like the capo & will try one out. No kidding about how helpful this is!!! Cheers everyone!!! 🎸🇺🇸

@jeradatherton Жыл бұрын

This is fantastic.

@robert_starling 8 ай бұрын

Love the Grandpa / leatherman story! My late father (also a guitarist), would pass along some of his old pocket knives to family as he got older. I'm not sure if it was an old southern tradition or not but if he gave you one of his knives, you had to give him penny in return. Thanks for sharing your family story and of course your EDC studio kit.

@mikewolfe9458 Жыл бұрын

Sage advice on the hearing protection. I’m 44 and have tinnitus. Thankfully it doesn’t drive me totally mad, but it sucks to have ringing 24/7. Love the channel! Thanks for all the great content.

@victor2510 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@AdamCasada 11 ай бұрын

This is some good inspiration to get more organized 😅 My essential I can't live without is nail clippers.

@andersestes Жыл бұрын

Great video.

@AlecBourneMidiMadScientist 11 ай бұрын

Really awesome video this, subscribed 😊

@JustinOstrander 11 ай бұрын

Thanks a ton!

@liontone 10 ай бұрын

I have a case like that, too. All my pedalboards now have an AC out, and a USB charger built into them. Lifesaver:) Some of the weirder things - I always carry a soldering gun/solder. Steel wool. A socket that fits guitar Jack. Rechargeable 9V, with charger. Apple cables, and mini USB cables. A small electric drill.

@thumbody1 8 ай бұрын

I always have extra cables. I also carry a wire stripper, solder, and a soldering iron. I'm old and studios and bars are dark so I carry a small LED flashlight everywhere. I usually keep it in either my shirt pocket or on my belt. I use it a lot. I have a fishing tackle box I carry that has all my miscellaneous tools like pliers, Exacto knife, side cutters, etc. I'm an engineer as well so I carry extra male and female XLR plugs, 1/4" TS and TRS plugs, extra amp fuses, batteries and such. That's where the tackle box comes in handy. It has a lot of different compartments for different things and keeps them organized.

@jakecox9704 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video! I added a couple of things to my D’Addario Backline bag after this. One thing I thing is super useful is my Fender Mustang Micro. It’s $100, is rechargeable, and has great tones for what it is. It’s a killer practice amp when you’re sitting there waiting for another person to finish tracking or running over parts in the green room before a show. I always always always keep a power strip.

@jakecox9704 11 ай бұрын

Oh…and nail clippers, a DI box, spare phone charger, and a can of spray sunblock.

@acousticmusicnthings 11 ай бұрын

Nice kit! Good to see another guitarist that enjoys a good writing instrument haha. Also, interesting about the whole30 as I went NSNG a while go too (no sugar, no grains). Just found your channel and sub'd.

@tbluesboye Жыл бұрын

Great post Justin! You're pretty damn organized for a musician! 😄

@cantstartafire Жыл бұрын

Well, he's not the bass player so...

@TylerWilhelm-tj8tw Жыл бұрын

I’ve been using the cloth pedal train bag for 10+ years 😵‍💫 The pouch on the front is an endless abyss of things like this.

@audioglenngineer 7 ай бұрын

Love the water tangent - the Shipps’ have an osmosis filter in our house and now I can’t go back. Huge difference. Gotta have the half gallon too. I get super cranky without it now, hahaha

@kocherpm 11 ай бұрын

i love your channel!

@D0tHead 8 ай бұрын

I tend to carry a small bottle of pot cleaner/lube like Deoxit or a similar brand and also a little package of baby wipes. Getting a beer and wings during lunch can sometimes get a little messy and you never know when you are gonna need to shake someone's hand. Your channel is slowly becoming one of my favorites.

@JustinOstrander 8 ай бұрын

Deoxit works miracles!

@TheFeelButton Жыл бұрын

Leatherman headquarters is just down the road from me. In my kit you'll also find: Gorilla tape, wire ties, emery board and clippers, flashlight, needle nose pliers, extra phone charger cable, body wipes and a lighter. Good stuff Justin!

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Emery board is a great idea!

@peterengler6450 11 ай бұрын

Great video. It is help full. tanx

@mikemalone9404 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so upfront! Life threw me a curveball 3 years ago, the C word appeared, so now in my carryall bag (which is a Carhart tool bag), I have to carry an extra Urostomy pouch and supplies. I always have a fear of having an 'accident' live on stage! But hey...on the good side, I can now do those 'real long' sets, without the urgency! Also, a small bottle of talc powder....when my guitar neck and hand are arguing ;) Thanks, always enjoy your videos....

@tobyhuff4581 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing this video. I have been injured for a few years with pinched nerves in the neck and shoulder, leaving me very little time or ability to play much more than a few minutes here and there. Seeing your video reminded me of how excited I used to get packing up stuff to play a local gig at the coffee house down the street. Turns out there is a 511 tactical store right around the corner from where we buy groceries every week, and I never knew it until I was researching your backpack. I snagged one like yours. Dude asked where I found out about their gear, and I said from a Nashville session guy on KZfaq. He was really surprised. I accepted a gig in October,and I’m hoping my body will respond as I attempt to get back in the saddle. Thanks for the inspiration, and keep the vids coming.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

I wish you a speedy recovery, sir!

@jondienermusic3849 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Justin! Only additional things I carry would be gum/mints (when you can’t brush your teeth), Tylenol/Alleve for headaches or muscle pain, and a roll of 1” gaffer tape.

@MikesellMix Жыл бұрын

+1 As an engineer, my session bag ALWAYS has Tylenol/ Advil and non-drowsy allergy meds. Doing sessions during allergy season in Tennessee… it’s a life saver. I’d add several extra 1/8” to 1/4” adapters for cans

@brian91145 Жыл бұрын

Love this video man! Can you please make a video on how you properly use a wah pedal? I feel like I never mastered it

@gnormmusic3172 Жыл бұрын

I stumbled across your channel because you bought one of Uncle Larry’s guitars. Very glad I found you. Like him, you’re very humble, knowledgeable, and practical. I don’t do studio work, but I gig ALL the time. The only things I always carry (in my Home Depot cheapie tool briefcase) that you don’t, are a couple of vocal mics, wireless transmitters, short power cords, and mic cords. Oh yeah, and some 600 and 800 grit wet and dry sandpaper for fine tuning picks.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yeah, my extra cables stay in another bag that lives in my vehicle. I have instrument cables and speaker cables of various lengths. It’s just a lot of extra weight that I very rarely need, so it doesn’t come into the studio with me.

@acroberts4481 11 ай бұрын

Man, just tripped along your channel, subscribed and binging! Awesome sauce. Would LOVE to spend an hour or two with you next time I’m in Nashville (in a non-stalkery way - no selfies). Maybe guitar shopping @ Rumble Seat or Carters? ;) And so glad a pro cat like you dislikes compressors as much as I do.

@steveagelakos Жыл бұрын

Cool video! Some really good ideas. I always overpack lol. I try to bring a couple of batteries and 9v power supplies, just in case, and I always bring my old Zoom H2 recorder with rechargeable batteries. 🙂

@SupertGTR Жыл бұрын

For gigs, I have an old Shure MRB bag that carries all the important stuff. Lots of little pockets for strings, batteries etc. It's great. Can be worn as a backpack or as a satchel. I believe they recently discontinued them though.

@brianmiller3287 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your content! This has become one of my top channels to watch. You've mentioned that you know Uncle Larry, if you do an episode with or about him in the title, I think you will get a ton of views...

@johnzuker Жыл бұрын

Such great, detailed info, Justin! Btw, new band name -“The Water Snobs”!😂

@logopneumatika Жыл бұрын

The Daddarrio Backline bag is designed for music gear and it’s KILLER.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

I will check that out!

@joelmorgan7399 Жыл бұрын

Field trip!!

@RamirezFlores Жыл бұрын

I laughed at the Mary Poppins bag reference. Nice video ✌🏼

@rhymeswfamous Жыл бұрын

This is the most un-rock-n-roll KZfaq video I've ever seen and I love it! Thanks for keeping it real. I don't think we've ever met before, my days recording in Nashville were in August of 2002, but if you happen to know William Tyler or Loney John Hutchins, then they would probably vouch for me the that I am only 48% asshole. Love your channel. Keep em coming. You rock!

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks a ton!

@AndiPicker 9 ай бұрын

Nail clippers, wet wipes, paracetamol, eye drops, T21 flyrig pedal & psu in case the amp burns down, elecrtrical extension lead, A4 paper and sharpie, sunnies in case of bright lights (on stage), hat in case there are cameras and I'm having a bad hair (well, stubble) day, spare strap and universal straplocks, mints.

@ampgent Жыл бұрын

Helpful channel

@charliebozza Жыл бұрын

Great idea for a video!

@jimmythefish 11 ай бұрын

Someone has probably said it it but nail clippers are almost never mentioned. I have started keeping them in my guitar case. A small med kit is useful: ibuprofen, reactine, daytime cold medication (if you're getting over something and still feeling off), cough drops, benadryl, package of tissues.

@TheD33pthawt Жыл бұрын

Just found you, love this post, subscribed, hit the bell and comment for the math machine.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton, and welcome aboard!

@cjyoung1994 11 ай бұрын

It’s so interesting that you and Tom Bukovac get such balanced tone without a compressor. I’ve got a Cali76 that I love but maybe I need to explore playing without it a little.

@darrelllevenwolf Жыл бұрын

“Tacti-cool” and practi-cool. Thanks!

@philf4086 Жыл бұрын

Justin - the most riveting part for me (since I am also cutting out sugar) was your talk around the Rx bar and the aspect of all the foods with added sugar. All the guitar stuff was cool too, don't get me wrong. I'm a fan. I heard something a few years ago that I like - "Amateurs remember, but professionals write it down". Good job with the note pad.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton, man!

@_alexsams Жыл бұрын

Another great warm up tool for the drive - Baoding Balls (without the chime / bells) work/warm up both opening and closing muscles. Where as those squeeze tools work/ warm up Closing muscles only.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Great idea! Dig it. I also have some twist bars for extensor exercises.

@_alexsams Жыл бұрын

@@JustinOstrander Another tool for warming up, Handmaster Plus.

@scottemmonsmusic6001 11 ай бұрын

I always have all the truss rod tools to fit all the guitars, Gibson, Rickenbacker, etc.

@sirfultonbishop 11 ай бұрын

I carry a lot of the same things you have in yours but also have a small flashlight, a roll of Velcro tie strips, extension cord, clips to hold charts to a music stand…

@stevieblue6133 11 ай бұрын

The only thing I have that you don't is a simple soldering iron and some solder. It has come in handy on a few occasions.

@leeasbury7273 3 ай бұрын

So similar to me, right down to the specific pencils and deodorant! 👍👍

@jasongraham2311 11 ай бұрын

I hit subscribe to your channel when you started talking about sugar. Love it! So much poison in our world.

@jazzsounds8159 11 ай бұрын

This is a great channel, should be at 100k subscribers. It will get there.

@JustinOstrander 11 ай бұрын

I’m hoping so! Cheers!

@DieselWeazel 11 ай бұрын

Cool video

@TonyThomas10000 11 ай бұрын

That is a beautiful kitchen island! 5.11 Tactical bags are cool. Personally, I use Maxpedition stuff. Try Pentel Energel pens. Nicer than the G7s and they don't clog.

@bjorntannberg1581 Жыл бұрын

I seldom do recording sessions, but I play a lot of gigs. I always pack an extra (black) power strip. And also a roll of black duct tape.

@brianmiller3287 Жыл бұрын

One more thing Justin, recently I bought a D'Addario headstock tuner that recharges via USB, and it works pretty well. No more batteries!!!

@gianconstantine 11 ай бұрын

Ah, finally! I have just not been able to appreciate compressors. And, I think you touched on it, exactly, dynamics. I played for the first decade plus only on acoustic. And now, after another twenty or so (dating myself), I still cannot enjoy a compressor in the chain. I feel like it only takes away. If I want compression, well, I have tubes to do that for me. I know it sounds a bit snobbish, but that’s how I see it.

@manfredpristas6096 Жыл бұрын

So great to see, that we European "sessioneers" carry almost the same gadgets with us here too. 😃 I, for my part, also always have some (voltage checked) spare 9V batteries, a replacement T-Shirt and a fresh towel. Also I have a piece of Furr (no kidding...) with me that I put between my Tigh and the acoustic, when I'm wearing Jeans in order to avoid any squeeks or other noises. Keep on posting your great content. It's so great so see that, even if we live on different continents, the challenges are pretty much the same all over the world. Love my job! 😃

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Man I really like the idea of the fur under the acoustic! I just do not move until the last note has rang out for longer than I think the producer will want it to.

@manfredpristas6096 Жыл бұрын

@@JustinOstrander 🤣🤣🤣 I used to call this the “Freeze” or “Don’t move, or you‘re dead“ position.

@music_works Жыл бұрын

PILOT G2-07's for life brother

@TomCPlus1 Жыл бұрын

As a non-pro with one steady ongoing gig . . . my Helix bag and my guitar gig bag carry all my essentials. I happen to also have a nice pretty G7th capo -- bought it at Gruhn's, my memento from a Nashville/Music Row visit. Besides the obvious things that we all need and that you listed . . . I gotta have my nail clippers. I also have a Boss wireless, and extra cables as backup. And I contemplated getting up on the roof last week and decided against it. :)

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Nail clippers are clutch. I have various sets at the house and in my vehicle. Always somewhat within reach!

@ebeep Жыл бұрын

Yep, nail clippers in each of my kits that live in each guitar case. Each case kit also has its own G7th capo among other essentials ;)

@chadm9653 7 ай бұрын

I bought a cheap fishing tackle box for extra packs of strings...9 volt batteries...slides...picks, etc.

@maxjpind 6 ай бұрын

For ANYONE that uses a tube amp: I always carry some sort of electrical outlet tester. These are very cheap but are invaluable. Buy one and USE it before you plug in ANYTHING. I have played many gigs in places that have “dirty power” or outlets that are not wired correctly or improperly grounded. Let me tell you, this can be VERY bad for a tube amp, not to mention a complex pedal board.

@ericwikman4131 Жыл бұрын

A few months ago I started getting weak thumb strength (at the base knuckle) for some reason. I'm going to Vanderbilt now seeing a hand OT guy who has given me lots of ways to build up the supporting muscles. Maybe I should also try those hand exercisers you've got there. Thanks

@jannetasala5720 Жыл бұрын

Might add nail file and some sort of wet wipes for cleaning sweaty hands. But all in all your pack is rock solid.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

Totally. My fingernail clippers are always in my vehicle. I’ve never thought of wipes for sweaty hands. I have the world’s driest hands. Guitars love it; wife hates it. 😂

@garygreening2799 11 ай бұрын

Justin, I'd also recommend a divot fixer and range finder... wait was this for golf? Hey old buddy. Glad your channel is doing well.

@JustinOstrander 11 ай бұрын

Hey Gary! Great to hear from you

@aminahmed2220 Жыл бұрын

I like the videos have a wonderful day

@brianwaitzman Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Justin.....and i feel ya on the sugary food thing. I play/perform much better when im on top of my diet, and added sugar is unfortunately everywhere!

@THEItchybruddah Жыл бұрын

Data such as this is ALWAYS priceless. Re:tuners. I’ve become enchanted with the D’Adarrio usb chargeable tuners. (So far they’ve been pretty decent about the low E tho on occasion it’s showing up as the B overtone.) Re:Tools. Similar situation tho, I tend to leave guit-specific tools in their cases due to phenomena like the “core” PRS truss wrench is useless on “SE” instruments. Same kinda goes for Mastery trem hex stuff. (Tho I’ve been able to make up a couple sets as that data is available.) Re:cases: My small board is a temple audio 17 inch duo that fits PERFECTLY in a Harbor Freight “4800” case (their pelican knockoff which goes fits overhead bins quite nicely) and pairs very well their “5800” which is similar but slimmer and has a telescoping handle and wheels I use in the same fashion you do you backpack. This pairing has been tested “internationally”.

@JustinOstrander Жыл бұрын

That’s really great info, especially regarding the HF cases. Thanks! Regarding tools, my guitars rotate in and out of the same few gig bags I always carry so it makes more sense for me to keep all the tools in one place. Cheers!

@THEItchybruddah Жыл бұрын

@@JustinOstrander I concur with your approach. It’s just a couple that have the “strangeness” I need order a gross of those gibby screwdriver/wrench critters. They somehow have a true knack for being left out of cases!

@austinbridge 11 ай бұрын

Love this video! Like you, I'm also a big fan of Fender celluloid picks and Dunlop Ultex! Do you have any different pick brand/model recommendations? I mainly play folk, americana, and indie rock. No metal sweeps or chugs going on 😅

@JustinOstrander 11 ай бұрын

I don’t. That’s literally all I use.

@austinbridge 11 ай бұрын

@@JustinOstrander Love it!