In this episode, Blake interviews Scott Strange from Templo Audio Devices. They discuss Scott's traveling lifestyle and the challenges of running a business while constantly on the move. Scott shares his approach to finding the right balance and bringing in help to scale his company. They also talk about the importance of specialized skills in business and the human element that is absolutely essential in companies. Finally, Scott introduces some of the new pedals he has been working on and his design process. We also get into the process of translating vintage preamps into pedal form and the importance of embracing imperfections in sound. We also dive into some of Scott's favorite cuisines that are in the town he current resides in.
Check out Scott's wares at his website HERE https://templodevices.com/
Takeaways
• Running a business while traveling requires finding the right balance and bringing in help.
• Specialized skills are essential for the growth and success of a company.
• Maintaining the vision and the human element in a company is crucial for its long-term success.
• Scott has been working on new pedals and has been focusing on simplifying the design while still offering flexibility. Translating vintage preamps into pedal form requires creativity and experimentation.
• Embracing imperfections in sound can lead to unique and interesting tones.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Living in Mexico
01:40
Scott's Traveling Lifestyle
03:06
Challenges of Running a Business While Traveling
06:41
Finding the Right Balance and Bringing in Help
10:09
The Importance of Specialized Skills in Business
13:06
Managing Growth and Maintaining the Vision
15:49
The Human Element in Companies
20:41
New Pedals and Design Process
28:55
Translating Pedals
30:03
The Outer Limit
32:12
Adding Functionality
34:09
The Real Deal Studio
36:35
Embracing Imperfections
39:00
Vintage Preamps
41:07
The Appeal of Imperfection
43:59
The 2-Track Pedal
47:08
Scaling Production
54:21
Upcoming Products
57:42
The Pocket Studio Comp
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