Vertex Effects | 3 days ago

Cory Wong is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, songwriter, and producer known for his energetic performances and signature rhythmic style. He gained prominence as a member of the funk band Vulfpeck and has collaborated with artists like Jon Batiste, Dave Koz, and Victor Wooten (to name a few). Beyond his work with others, Cory has a successful solo career, releasing numerous albums that blend funk, jazz, and pop, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and innovative musician.

Today, we are sitting down with Cory to talk about his work with Vulfpeck, as well as his incredible work as a solo artist. Additionally, we talk about the gear he uses to get his signature "Cory Wong" tone.

*GIVEAWAY*
Wampler | Cory Wong Compressor
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Seymour Duncan - Clean Machine Pickups
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*SPONSORS*
Fender | Cory Wong Signature Stratocaster
https://www.fender.com/en-US/electric-guitars/stratocaster/cory-wong-stratocaster/0115010727.html

Jackson Audio | Optimist Overdrive
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Neural DSP | Cory Wong X Plugin
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https://neuraldsp.com/plugins/archetype-cory-wong

Ernie Ball | Regular Slinky 10-46
https://www.ernieball.com/stringtheory/cory-wong

TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 Cory Plays His Song “Lilypad”
03:04 Introducing Cory Wong
03:33 The Story Behind Lilypad
11:22 Cory Wong X Neural DSP
13:18 The Story Behind “Cory Wong” by Vulfpeck
19:23 Cory plays “Cory Wong” by Vulfpeck
23:49 Cory’s Signature Stratocaster
32:07 The Story Behind “Light as Anything” by Cory Wong
36:48 Cory Plays his Song “Light as Anything”
43:19 Recording “Disco Ulysses” with Vulfpeck
47:11 Cory’s Signature Compressor
49:55 Cory Plays “Disco Ulysses” by Vulfpeck
57:49 Cory’s Unique Voice on Guitar
58:21 The Story Behind Cory’s Song “Smokeshow”
01:08:01 Cory’s Signature Overdrive: The Optimist
01:08:41 Sweetwater Gear Exchange
01:10:38 Cory Plays his Song “Smokeshow”
01:16:26 Cory’s Pedalboard
01:19:57 Cory Breaks Down his New Song “Quotidian Fields”
01:34:10 Cory Revisits Photos & Videos from his Career
01:59:06 Thanks for Watching!

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CREDITS
Host/Producer: Mason Marangella
Guest: Cory Wong
Videographer: Carter Brice
Video Editing: Mason Mejia
Co-Production/Design: Mason Mejia
Audio Editing: Hunter Harrison
Engineer: Dan Duerloo

LOCATION
Reverb and Echo Studios (Hugo, Minnesota)

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