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Published: Jan. 1, 2022, 9:27 p.m.

*** Sorry for the occasional Zoom audio lag, but this interview was too good not to share. ***\xa0

All the way in Valencia, Spain, we're talking to the one-and-only Nacho Ba\xf1os. Ba\xf1os is the guy behind Nacho Guitars, 'The Blackguard Book,' and the new 'Pinecaster Book.' \xa0 \xa0 https://pinecasterbook.com \xa0 If you've ever watched Julian Lage perform on his "Nachcaster" and wondered just who made it, this episode is for you. We hear about Nacho's early infatuation with American music; how he began buying and selling instruments while attending college in Boston; and why, in 2003, he started writing what would become 'The Blackguard Book.' \xa0 We learn about the production team behind Nacho Guitars and how he almost retired from guitarmaking when he (temporarily) couldn't source decent swamp ash. He also explains the\xa0reasoning behind 'The Pinecaster Book,' his most ambitious publishing project to date. The four-volume set goes beyond the printed page, with\xa0all new photographs and multimedia video showcasing the guitars mentioned in the book.\xa0 \xa0 This episode is sponsored by Izotope (use the discount code FRET10 to save 10% on their amazing software) and Retrofret Vintage Guitars.

Don't forget, beyond the magazine, the FJ now has an entire network of podcasts, about everything from lutherie to home recording (and tube amps!):\xa0Luthier on Luthier;\xa0The Truth About Vintage Amps;\xa0The Truth About Recording & Mixing;\xa0Acoustic Voices; and\xa0Sweep the Floor.