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The GC team caught up with Steve Morse and Paul Gilbert at the Ernie Ball Music Man booth at Winter NAMM 2026 to talk about the show’s energy, their history playing together and why they’ve stayed with the Ernie Ball family. They discuss live improvisation, changing approaches to playing as they age and personal stories about gear, hearing, and friendship. The conversation ranges from humorous stage metaphors to practical tips on string gauges and staying in the moment while performing.
“There’s nothing like this show in terms of the chaos that you hear when you walk on the floor.” – Steve Morse
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:33 – Ernie Ball Music Man Booth Signing Recap & NAMM Energy
01:17 – The Chaos and Sound of the NAMM Floor
02:41 – Playing Together: Anniversary Jam Memories
03:40 – Improvisation Explained: “Fighting the Bear”
06:07 – Why Ernie Ball: Family, Strings & Stories
10:24 – The Joy of Performing
11:35 – Changing Approach: String Gauges & Technique
14:48 – Wrap-Up & Where to Find New Gear
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