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Rig Rundown

Rig Rundown: Kris Donegan

The Music City studio staple shows off his extensive recording rig.

John Bohlinger
By John BohlingerAug 12, 2026
John Bohlinger
John Bohlinger is a Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist best known for leading the band on NBC's Nashville Star, serving as music director for the CMT Awards and specials on PBS and GAC, and of course for his appearances in PG Rig Rundown, Review Demo, Axes & Artifacts, and What Bohlinger Plays videos.
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Nashville studio veteran Kris Donegan was at Nashville’s East Iris Studios earlier this summer when PG’s John Bohlinger stopped in to check out all the gorgeous vintage gear that Donegan uses to make the magic happen. Have a look at some quick highlights below, and tune into the new Rig Rundown for all the details. Brought to you by D’Addario.

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By John BohlingerAug 05, 2026
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John Bohlinger is a Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist best known for leading the band on NBC's Nashville Star, serving as music director for the CMT Awards and specials on PBS and GAC, and of course for his appearances in PG Rig Rundown, Review Demo, Axes & Artifacts, and What Bohlinger Plays videos.
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Chris Kies
By Chris KiesJul 29, 2026
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Chris Kies has degrees in Journalism and History from the University of Iowa and has been with PG dating back to his days as an intern in 2007. He's now the multimedia manager maintaining the website and social media accounts, coordinating Rig Rundown shoots (also hosting and/or filming them) and occasionally writing an artist feature. Other than that, he enjoys non-guitar-related hobbies.
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The metal veterans keep it old-school with classic 6-strings, loud amps, and a push from some choice pedals.

Chris Kies
By Chris KiesJul 22, 2026
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By Perry BeanJul 15, 2026
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John Bohlinger
By John BohlingerJul 09, 2026
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