This final episode is a bit of a two-parter. Part one is Bob explaining the impact of, mostly, British rock stars and their crews invading tiny Marissa, Illinois to shop at Ye Old Music. In modern day terms imagine Carrie Underwood strolling in

S1:EP14: A Six Pack

Dec 29th, 2016 26m 5s

Bob Heil will explain what he means by a six pack and what Creem Magazine has to do with that. He will share some special stories about some of the Rock n' Roll legends that he's worked with (Jimmie Hendrix) and we'll finally hear how he met Jo

S1:EP13: Geeking Out

Dec 22nd, 2016 32m 39s

This episode is not about rock stars trashing hotel rooms or epic concerts. It is about the innovation and technology that has gone into much of Bob Heil's career. Bob has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the science of audio and we want

Ep 12: ZZ Top

Dec 15th, 2016 30m 5s

Before ZZ Top were sharp dressed men they were just a little three piece band from Texas. With no beards. But they had "that sound" driven by Billy Gibbons unmistakable guitar and vocal. Bob Heil and Heil Sound were there on the band's early to

Ep 11: Sex, Drugs, and Rock n' Roll

Dec 7th, 2016 37m

From Joe Walsh trashing hotel rooms to groupies, Bob Heil recalls some of the crazier stories that to the rest of us seem like legend.

Ep 10: Halls Without Walls

Dec 1st, 2016 29m 44s

After working at venues around the globe some of Bob Heil's favorite live sound venues were actually right in his own backyard. Bob recalls the iconic Mississippi River Fest and how Kiel Auditorium became a live testing venue for Heil Sound.

S1:E09 Quadrophenia

Nov 15th, 2016 47m 52s

In this episode Bob Heil sits down with Dave Hines to talk about The Who's Quadrophenia tour and how a meeting with Pete Townsend in London blossomed into the album Quadrophenia and the technology that Bob Heil developed to allow that album to

S1:E08 NAMM Show 2016 Highlights

Mar 31st, 2016 29m 54s

TopicsNAMM, Russ Long, Sandra McCracken, Denny Tedesco, The Wrecking CrewSynopsisThe annual NAMM show in Anaheim, California is a must-attend event for anyone in the music products industry. It’s an opportunity to see old friends, make

S1:E07 Randy Burton, Legendary Soundman (Part 2)

Feb 25th, 2016 25m 2s

Topics: Pete Townshend, The Who, B.B. King, Journey, Steve PerrySynopsisWhat is it really like to be a professional touring soundman? While some might believe it’s little more than lugging gear and pushing a few buttons, Heil Sound alum R

S1:E06 Randy Burton, Legendary Soundman (Part 1)

Feb 19th, 2016 22m 32s

Topics: Ozark Music Festival, Ted Nugent, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Humble Pie, The EaglesSynopsisMusic festivals are a staple of the rock ‘n roll industry. Incredible bands, huge crowds, and a rowdy outdoor atmosphere all come together to create a

S1:E05: Peter Frampton, the Man, the Myth, the Legend

Feb 11th, 2016 27m 57s

Topics: Peter Frampton, Talkbox, Joe Walsh, Quadrophenia, Pete TownsendSynopsisPeter Frampton is a legend of rock music and the best-known user of the renowned Heil Talkbox. For the last several decades, his innovation and artistry have h

S1:E04: The Story of the Heil Talk Box

Feb 4th, 2016 23m 12s

Topics: Talkbox, Dunlop, Bon Jovi, Slash, ToolBob Heil is perhaps known best for developing the Talk Box, the renowned device that has been used by rock guitarists for decades to produce a variety of unique sounds. But you might be surprised t

S1:E03: Joe Walsh and the History of Heil Sound

Jan 28th, 2016 30m 43s

Topics: Joe Walsh, James Gang, Goldline Pro, The Fin, phantom powerSynopsisWhat comes to mind when you think of Joe Walsh? You probably think of his incredible contribution to rock music through The Eagles and James Gang (and other groups

S1:E02: Bob Heil and the Modern Stage Monitor System

Jan 21st, 2016 27m 45s

Topics: Jeff Beck, Grateful Dead, monitors, The Who, ZZ TopSynopsisOne of the most important, yet most overlooked, parts of a sound system is the monitor setup. Monitors allow the band members to hear themselves and one another in order t

S1:E01: From Substitute Organist to the World's Biggest Concert Stages

Jan 8th, 2016 38m 5s

Topics: The Grateful Dead, Heil Talk Box, Ham Radio, The Who, Joe WalshSynopsis:If you’ve ever listened to Joe Walsh’s “Rocky Mountain Way” or “Do You Feel Like I Do”” by Peter Frampton, you of course heard of the Heil Talk Box. In addition