What 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), as well as his solo work. But you probably don’t picture him as a ham radio operator or an electronics expert.
But in this episode, that’s the Joe Walsh you’ll encounter. Bob Heil shares stories from his decades-long friendship with Joe that began with their mutual interest in ham radio. That friendship blossomed into a collaboration that resulted in numerous advances in modern sound, including large diaphragm dynamics, the Fin microphone, and the Heil Goldline Pro, which later became the PR20.
No matter what your interest or experience level with sound, you’ll be amazed and inspired by Bob’s stories about Joe Walsh and other legends from the pages of rock ‘n’ roll history.
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Really enjoyed the podcast.
I was looking for the link for the pr40 contest. Is it still going?
Sorry this contest is over. We are giving away several 50th Anniversary PR 20s to round out the 50th celebration this year if you are interested. Facebook Sweeps
Great interview with one of the fathers of modern day concert sound. During the early 70’s I heard Bob’s systems with Humble Pie and the Who. Enjoy these podcasts. Keep them coming!
Amazing stories from Bob Heil, this is how we got all the excellent equipment we all take for granted now, from 2 friends sitting around a kitchen table drinking Dr. Pepper! Keep having those sessions at Joe’s place!
I used to own a Heil 8-12 stack with the white coned speakers. I wish I had that stack to this day. I also owned a Heil Talk Box back in the day. Joe Walsh is a genius and does not get the recognition he truly deserves.
I would love to Thank Joe Walsh for teaching me how to be a great guitar player. Anything he endorses I will buy or believe. Joe Wash been very very good to me
I would like to thank Joe Walsh for teaching me how to be a great guitar player anything Joe says I believe
Love Joe Walsh, love Heil microphones !
Met Bob while playing at the KMOX Christmas party in 2010. He’s a legend. My pal Greg Crocket had worked with Joe, always said good things about him, and of course, we’ve all enjoyed his music through the years.
Great stuff….I love the stories behind the music…
Awsum Bobby.
Bob is so humble about all he knows and who he knows He built our first sound system in the 70’s Dan Heynen of Jehova! Thanks Bob for sharing your gifts with us.