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Rig Rundown: Minus the Bear [2018]

Before the storied math-rock outfit rides off into the sunset, Jake Snider, bassist Cory Murchy, and looper-extraordinaire Dave Knudson give us one last glimpse at how they build their fascinating, IDM-inspired textures.

Just like in 2013, Jake Snider hits the road with two Line 6 DL4s, but new additions include a EarthQuaker Devices Organizer, Ibanez Tube Screamer Mini, EHX Soul Food & Small Stone, and an Xotic EP Booster.

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