Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
Weekly Wednesday Q&A with Juha Ruokangas
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#63 - Which first: The good news... or the good news?
Ok… Are you ready for it? The time has finally come to reveal the big news I’ve been holding back for far too long! With 2025 marking the 30th anniversary of Ruokangas Guitars, we’ve poured our passion into something new throughout 2024 - somet...
#62 - 2024 Wrapped: Rust, Renewal and Revelations
Wrapping up the year 2024 and wishing you all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2025. On this video I'll share with you some of my thoughts on the past year, reflecting on changes in our shop and what the future might bring. I hope you enjoy t...
#61 - Cremona Musica 2024 - a Luthier's Pilgrimage in Stradivari's Footsteps
Cremona is known for its history as the center of classical musical instrument making - the home of Amati, Rugeri, Stradivari, Guarneri, and many more. So, why are we exhibiting our electric guitars in such a place? Isn’t this an odd fit? Join ...
#60 - New Guitar Model - The Missing Link Between Acoustic And Electric?
We've had the tube-powered Valvebucker pickup for some years now. We've integrated it into our existing guitar and bass models, successfully inspiring players with its unique sound. But the exploration doesn't end there, does it? One path forwa...
#59 - Hasta La Vista, AI - The Arts & Crafts Strike Back!
Today, we’re going to explore an interesting parallel between two eras that have shaped, and are shaping, our world: the Industrial Revolution and the rise of AI. This isn’t just a history lesson - it’s about understanding what’s happening righ...