Inside The Noise with Gabe Dalporto

Our debut episode of Guitar Center’s Plugged-In with Gabe Dalporto begins with a moment nearly all guitarists share when they hang out with other guitar players—the unveiling of their prized gear. In this instance, Dalporto shows Fender CEO Andy Mooney his first guitar—the 1964 Stratocaster his father gave him when he was 12 years old. After trading a few licks on the ’64 Strat, the two business leaders and musicians discuss the enduring legacy of Leo Fender and his “form follows function” ph...

In this episode of Guitar Center’s Inside the Noise with Gabe Dalporto, our CEO sits down with legendary drummer Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers for a candid, funny, and deeply insightful conversation about creativity, collaboration, and longevity. From Chad’s first real Guitar Center Hollywood purchase after joining RHCP to the band’s famously organic songwriting process, the two explore how trust, chemistry, and a willingness to experiment have fueled more than 35 years of iconic mu...

In this episode of Guitar Center’s Inside the Noise with Gabe Dalporto, our CEO travels to the PRS Guitars headquarters in Stevensville, Maryland to tour the manufacturing facility and have a casual and informative chat with founder Paul Reed Smith. The two leaders detail business struggles and successes and dig into Smith’s enthusiasm for “just wanting a chance” when artists try his guitars. Smith kicks things off by having Dalparto tap a block of tonewood to experience its bell-like resonan...

Further expanding our commitment to elevate the experiences, education and growth opportunities for musicians at every level, Guitar Center is launching a new music industry podcast series, Inside the Noise. Mark your calendars for January 6, when the season’s first three episodes will drop. Hosted by Guitar Center CEO Gabe Dalporto, the podcast features insightful and inspirational conversations with music-industry leaders, legendary artists and visionaries of all types. “Sinc...