Anthony Kuzub chats with Fran Blanche for the Toronto AES about the origins of Frantone, some tricks of analog electronics, using chips that aren't made to do that, and why noise can be so pleasing.
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16 thoughts on “Talking pedals, electronics, and good noise”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Fernando Page says:

    Did you measure your antibodies before to establish a base? Your results are meaningless without that data for comparison. How do you know that your antibodies where not already at robust levels? 🤭😆😂

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Copper Audio says:

    Pleasant distortion – 50,000 tube amps can't be wrong. A little fuzzy is good.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Cmdr PranQster says:

    Nice Zaxxon cabinet!

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Darkphotons says:

    Fran you're a regular analog Wozniac lol

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Milo Basque says:

    Hmmm… Been fucking around on guitar for 23 years….I like this.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Hricko says:

    "…kinda like tar and feathering?…"

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Andrew T says:

    Frandemonium

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chc_akl says:

    Flock lung lol!

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars LexHitReset says:

    and now, i'm here for guitar pedals!

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason Bone says:

    Really enjoyed this video!

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DeeDee Cerf says:

    Found u because of UFO video. You rock. I love electronics.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Guilherme Ferreira says:

    I like when the spectrum bars really represent the audio. Phony eye-candy spectrum is annoying.

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dewald Visser says:

    Hey Anthony! Hey Fran!

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dalek Caiomhin says:

    Aside from loving this video & Fran, I'm Number 666 Like! I feel like such a Beast!

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Live Wire says:

    Dear Fran,
    I may be your soul mate.
    I have a Dual Showman Reverb. (Silver Face, Modified)
    I play Guitar.( 16 at last count )
    I have been a closet DJ my whole life. ( I have destroyed many an album Over Queuing )
    We like the same music. ( The Ink Spots! one of my all time favorites )
    My first Heathkit project was a variable speed strobe light.
    I'm an Electrician with board level repair experience. ( Industrial not Commercial. Critical Breakdown and Preventative Maintenance Specialist )
    I have been repairing and maintaining Band equipment since I was 13.
    As a Teenager I use to install custom car audio. ( With only top notch Audio Components )
    I have the Original Big Muff and The one You designed.
    I ride a couple of Harley's. (Serious Rider. Not a Biker type)
    I have designed and manufactured custom wire harnesses for Custom Motorcycles. ( Also, before I was 21 )
    I understand all the technical jargon.
    I have used or encountered a lot of the old components you have featured on your video"s.
    I'm also an Amateur Performance Artist. ( Axes, Hawks, Knives and Spikes and Whips )
    I can fix most things. Its my Nature.
    You should put me in your Garage Fran.
    Nashville,TN
    PS Just Kidding. Your Safe, I'm already committed. Darn!
    Love your Content. Your a special and unique Lady!

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 7177 says:

    Lovely conversation! Thank you!

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