Rig Rundown - Carlos Santana

On April 23, 2014, Premier Guitar met with Carlos Santana's guitar tech, Ed Adair, before a show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Adair walked us through Santana's collection of custom PRS guitars, a Pete Cornish- and Teese-stocked pedalboard, and a collection of holy grail amps.

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[theflatearthsociety]

I like that Santana's tech takes a second periodically to thank other people who help out with the gear and give them a little cred as well. Real class!

[TreSneaky]

I think this guy is the best rig rundown host, he talks well with the techs, ask's questions I actually want to hear when I watch shows like this, and though he may dress like a serial killer sometimes, knows what he's talking about for the most part.

[barry]

Cant blame him for being excited. THE ORIGIANL MESA/Boogie amp, Dumbles, and PRS guitars all in one Rig Rundown ? Who wouldn't be happy.

[gmofftarki]

Man, he's really simplified his guitar setup. I saw Santana around 2000, and Carlos changed guitars just about every song. Back at that point, also, he was using a wireless rig. Always interesting to see how these things evolve.

[jamieyanda]

The tech seems like a super genuine and just all around nice guy!

[willssonline]

Ed Adair, you're a true gentleman. Thank you for being so generous with your time. Carlos is lucky to have you.

[mikenicholson]

Carlos Santana has always had a beautiful soulful sound

[jmarti]

The interviewer is always very friendly and respectful to the people he talks with. Shut up haters.

[TreeintheQuad]

Also this is pretty much the only interviewer who doesn't seem confused/awkward

[johnshields]

1976 I was 16 and huge rock guy, my friend puts on Santana album and says listen to this, Europa comes on and everyone sat there in silence, no one said a word until it finished and we were blown away, his bands were always the best musicians and songs like black magic woman are absolute classics.

[dr.johnpaladinshow]

Carlos, I literally trip when I listen to you. Have for 50 years. Thank you.

[VonBluesman]

What a great rig rundown, Ed Adair is one of the nicest, sincere, knowledgeable guitar tech's that has ever been interviewed by Premier Guitar.

[PaulRoseMusic]

I actually really like John. He's such a friendly dude, and Carlos's rig is looking top notch as always. :)

[Ycjedi]

Bohlinger does these rundowns just fine. He asks good questions and has an undeniable passion for the guitars, gear, and music. I dont care if he doesnt conduct interviews like Ted koppel from Nightline. It's rock and roll, not the Mizzou journalism school.

[Mr.D]

I saw Santana live a few years back, 2016 i believe. He did the whole show with one guitar, amazing sound! They opened the show with "Soul Sacrifice" drums and percussions were crazy, so synchronized, those drum fills in the beginning. Pure ear orgasms 🙂

[jackp.walker]

What a great and friendly guitar tech <3

[stuart]

What a guy: humble, knowledgeable, friendly and not star-struck. Its like Carlos surrounds himself with a good band of brothers. excellent interview which allowed Ed to share and thank all who contribute to the popularity of Santana. Thanks Premier. This is what real musos want.    Apart from the snake skin Mesa, that is...

[lenjohnson]

Ed is the best! He has a deep knowledge of all things guitar-amp-effects related. It has been my pleasure to work with him for many years.

[Shichman]

I appreciate how he generally plays 1 guitar until he feels its time to change because of tuning or mood or whatever. Feels organic.

[AdventuresinBackpacking]

I don't think the interviewer is awful at all.  He's personable, friendly, and seems engaged.