

Object Worship
Dan Pechacek, Andy Othling
OBNE Presents: Object Worship. A podcast about creative tools and the people who use them. In each episode, hosts Dan Pechacek and Andy Othling sit down with a creator, from musicians to engineers to visual artists, and ask them about a tangible object that’s been important in their journey. They’ll talk about the creative process, early inspirations, and the magic of tactility, all the while getting to know each other. As friends in the effects pedal corner of the music industry, Pechacek and Othling aim to capture the feeling of post-show chats, where technical deep dives and tangential absurdity are equally welcome.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 10min
Closing Out the Year
The hosts reflect on the year's highlights and share plans for a cozy holiday break. They chat about sharing music with their kids and how modern songs resonate with classic hits. Voicemails bring in playful questions about gear and the versatile Empress Zoya pedal. There’s a discussion on family budgeting for music and exploring synths with children. Their predictions include trends in pedals and the evolving market. With humor and nostalgia, they wrap up the year and tease future guests.

Dec 12, 2025 • 1h 30min
The Porsche of Heavy Metal Pedals
The hosts surprise each other with a unique live homework segment focused on a niche pedal. They reminisce about their time at the Effector Market, sharing memories of past setups and performances. Dive into discussions about pitch-shifting tricks and the distinct tone of analog octave into distortion. Critical reactions to the quirky Ratterator pedal highlight its unusual design and marketing claims, while debates on filter usage and compressor functionality delve into practicalities for guitarists. They wrap up with hopes to hear the pedal in action.

Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 7min
Boomerang III Phrase Sampler
Explore the world of loopers as Andy dives into his beloved Boomerang III Phrase Sampler. Discover the magic of stereo looping and its place in your setup. They tackle the quirks of loop seams, MIDI clock syncing, and the unique features of the Boomerang. Enjoy listener insights on unusual loopers like the Cocoquantus, along with practical live looping stories. The conversation also touches on the balance between destructive and non-destructive processing, sparking creative ideas for all musicians.

Nov 28, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ibanez SF10 Swell Flanger
Dive into the captivating world of flangers as Dan reflects on his journey with the Ibanez SF10 Swell Flanger. Discover its unique sounds, from subtle choruses to exhilarating jet-plane effects. They explore the intricacies of building and designing these pedals, highlighting the balance between user control and calibration. Listen as they demonstrate self-oscillation and weigh the fun against practicality. Plus, catch insider details about the Custom Shop's limited releases and the history behind iconic flanger sounds in music.

Nov 21, 2025 • 1h 10min
Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Keyboard
Join Dan and Andy as they dive into the Pittsburgh Modular Taiga Keyboard, a semi-modular synth that opens a world of analog synthesis. Discover the joys of happy accidents while exploring nuanced sounds, from drones to playful textures. They tackle design tradeoffs between user-friendliness and depth, and share their thoughts on manual reading habits. Tune in for discussions on modulation experiments, the creative spark of limitations, and the absorbing contrast between the Taiga and other synths, all wrapped in an entertaining banter!

Nov 14, 2025 • 1h 19min
Andy's Rack
Today our hosts discuss the rack setup Andy has been working on throughout the year, with special attention to the Boss Micro Rack series. We're talking new creativity from old tech, and why we should all be more stoked on patch bays.Buy yourself some OBNE: http://www.oldbloodnoise.comJoin the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5uFollow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomyLeave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Nov 7, 2025 • 59min
Sunlight
The Object Worship boys are really back this time! Today they're talking about the new Old Blood Noise Endeavors Sunlight, the future of the show, and honestly I don't know what else you're just gonna have to tune in and find out.Buy yourself some OBNE: http://www.oldbloodnoise.comJoin the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5uFollow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomyLeave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Aug 7, 2025 • 1h 59min
Bathing
The Object Worship boys are back! Today they're here to talk all about the discontinued Dweller Phase Repeater and its brand new spiritual successor, the Bathing Liminal Delay. Video calls from past guests Andy Pitcher, Dave Jordan, and Alec Breslow, calls from the hogline, and lots of chat about what it means to make a truly new pedal in this day and age. They're really exploiting algorithmic similarities on this one!Buy yourself some OBNE: http://www.oldbloodnoise.comJoin the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5uFollow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomyLeave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

May 15, 2025 • 1h 15min
Dan and Andy and the The-That Spectrum
Join the hosts as they dive into their obsession with guitar pedals that do 'the thing.' They explore a unique new song and share their takes on the emotional impact of intricate compositions. The conversation takes a quirky turn with humorous debates on unconventional gear, including the infamous 'fart pedal.' Reflecting on iconic models like the Big Muff, they discuss the subjective nature of sound and how personal preferences shape musical experiences. Get ready for an entertaining mix of music insights and light-hearted banter!

May 1, 2025 • 1h 29min
Terry Burton and Angelo Mazzocco
Terry Burton and Angelo Mazzocco, co-founders of Meris and experts in music gear, share their journeys from musicians to engineers shaping innovative pedals. They dive into their favorite equipment, like Terry's Marshall 6100 amp and Angelo's Ibanez RG570 guitar. The duo discusses the emotional ties musicians have with their gear, the evolution of guitar pedals, and their creative processes. With humor and nostalgia, they reflect on community dynamics and the blending of technology and creativity in audio production.


