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This is Spinal Tap, 1984:
Nigel: The numbers all go to eleven. Look, right across the board, eleven, eleven, eleven and...
Marty: Oh, I see. And most amps go up to ten?
Nigel: Exactly.
Marty: Does that mean it's louder? Is it any louder?
Nigel: Well, it's one louder, isn't it? It's not ten. You see, most blokes, you know, will be playing at ten. You're on ten here, all the way up, all the way up, all the way up, you're on ten on your guitar. Where can you go from there? Where?

Go Beyond 11: A live, interactive show that brings music industry conversations to YOU! Every episode, host Steve Araujo takes you on an insider journey behind the scenes of the music and entertainment industry. The show features industry experts, live performances, music discussions, and the opportunity to interact directly with Steve and his guests for a unique live experience!

Do you have questions on music, entertainment, or life in general? Or maybe you have a performance you’d like to showcase? Send a video to share with the Beyond 11 community and get a chance to be featured live on the show!

Beyond 11 has partnered with Sweetwater, the #1 online retailer of pro audio and music instruments in the U.S. We use them for our audio needs and when you purchase from them you support the show and our brand sponsors.

Because we turn it up, there's more. Every Beyond 11 episode has prize opportunities and giveaways for selected video submissions from brands like DR Strings, Aquarian® Drumheads, and G&L!

Beyond 11 takes interactive entertainment to the next level by putting YOU in the driver’s seat. Go Beyond 11 every Wednesday at 3pm Pacific!

Past Shows


Episode 52: October 24, 2024

Go Beyond 11 for the last time before hiatus! Steve brings you an awesome variety episode and celebrates the amazing viewers of Beyond 11. He takes your questions and dishes out 4 prizes to lucky trivia winners! We'll miss Steve, but he and Beyond 11 will be back for special events in the future- and it'll all happen LIVE!

Episode 51: October 17, 2024

Let's get retro with Fender! Steve brings in his '68 Fender Jazz bass to talk vintage instruments. He takes your questions on these beautiful builds, features insightful demo videos, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 50: October 3, 2024

Ken Smith appreciation day! Steve dives deep into the work of the trailblazing Ken Smith of Ken Smith Basses. Viewers have their questions answered, learn more about Smith's contributions to the industry, and check out a side-by-side bass comparison. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 49: September 26, 2024

Cabs, cabs, cabs! Steve gives you a thorough rundown and demo of different cab and amp combos. He takes all your questions on cabinet builds, tech, and sound, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 48: September 19, 2024

Go Beyond 11 with Black Sabbath! Learn about the monumental role of Geezer Butler in this trailblazing band. Steve demos Sabbath riffs, takes your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 47: September 12, 2024

Scales, modes, and a funky recap- this time on Beyond 11! Steve recaps "Super Bad" and covers the must-know modes and scales so you can get jamming. He takes all your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 46: September 5, 2024

Go Beyond 11 with Bootsy Collins inspiration! Learn about his impact on the music industry and his funky contributions to James Brown’s sound. Steve answers your questions and gives you sheet music so you can learn these songs for yourself! Download those music sheets here. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 45: August 29, 2024

Get high-strung with this episode on 5-string bass! Go Beyond 11 with Steve as he demos a variety of 5-string basses straight from his collection. He takes your questions on tone, builds, and the uses of the fifth string. He also gives you sheet music so you can try some exercises yourself! Download those music sheets here. A Name That Tune winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 44: August 22, 2024

Maintenance, modes, and more! Steve starts this episode with a bass string change demo and dives into modes and major scales. He gives you helpful PDFs, so you can follow along! Download the free music sheets here. He takes your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 43: August 15, 2024

Become a Chameleon on the bass! Steve breaks down Paul Jackson and Herbie Hancock's "Chameleon" on this episode of Beyond 11. He shows you the riffs, answers all your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 42: August 1, 2024

Feelin' blue? This episode's for you! Join Steve as he checks out the 12-bar blues and gives suggestions on great songs for beginner and intermediate bassists. He takes your questions and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 41: July 25, 2024

Sean McNabb goes Beyond 11! The accomplished actor and bassist (for bands including Quiet Riot, Great White, and Dokken) joins Steve to talk all things entertainment. He takes your questions and gives the inside scoop on touring as a pro musician and working on Hollywood stages. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 40: July 18, 2024

Go Beyond 11 with John Paul Jones! Steve breaks down the basslines of "Ramble On" by Led Zeppelin so you can learn it for yourself. Viewers ask their questions and celebrate JPJ's work. Check out these downloadable PDF music sheets and follow along with the episode!

Episode 39: July 11, 2024

Murphy Karges returns to go Beyond 11! He brings in his friend Kevin to explore what it takes to get a beginner up and running on bass. He talks jamming, rhythm, and how loving music translates into better playing. He takes your questions and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 38: June 27, 2024

Ready, set, slap! This time on Beyond 11, Steve talks slap technique and shows the sound on different types of basses. He invites Producer Thyme on stage for an impromptu slap lesson. Steve takes your questions and gives you more downloadable PDF music sheets so you can learn along with the episode! It all happens LIVE!

Episode 37: June 20, 2024

A Beyond 11 performance by Johnny Gomez, Alex Bailey, and Steve! The guys talk jamming and gigging from different instrument musical perspectives, they take your questions, and play an incredible improv set. Check out their incredible jam sesh and download your free music sheets here!

Episode 36: June 13, 2024

Get preamped for this episode of Beyond 11! Steve demos different types of preamps in a variety of basses and pedals. You vote to dive deeper into DI's, Steve takes all the audience questions, and a trivia winner claims their bass strings- LIVE!

Episode 35: June 6, 2024

Exclusive DR Strings episode! Join Annika, DR Strings CEO, and Dave, VP, for a deep dive on all things strings. They give you the inside scoop on string production, coatings, construction, and so much more. They take your questions and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 34: May 30, 2024

On this episode of Beyond 11, Steve talks Pino Palladino and fretless bass! He shows you Palladino's bassline in "Every Time You Go Away", and creates a downloadable PDF music sheet for you here! He answers your fretless bass questions and discusses Palladino's iconic work. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 33: May 23, 2024

Erik Halbig joins Steve on Beyond 11! Erik is a Nashville guitarist and songwriter who has written tunes for many artists, toured with acts like Thompson Square, Tany Tucker, Dona Summer, and so many more. He and Steve talk about country music and the Nashville scene. They take your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 32: May 16, 2024

Modern Vintage goes Beyond 11! Steve and Johnny Gomez receive a special delivery- a beautiful array of guitars and basses to demo for YOU! They answer audience questions on all things vintage and have a jam sesh to showcase the tonal differences. A trivia winner claims their prize from DR Strings, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 31: May 9, 2024

Aquarian giveaway! Chris Brady of Aquarian Drumheads and world-renowned drummer Steve DiStanislao go Beyond 11! They talk drumhead technology and essential gear for playing with acts like David Gilmour, Kenny Loggins, and many more. They answer all your questions, and one lucky viewer wins a FULL SET of drumheads, LIVE!

Episode 30: May 2, 2024

This time on Beyond 11, Steve talks fretboard basics and gear from our amazing sponsors, DR Strings and G&L! He answers your product and music theory questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 29: April 25, 2024

Thrice's Ed Breckenridge goes Beyond 11! The bassist of this prolific hardcore band joins Steve to talk about his touring experience, unique basses, and more. Viewers ask their questions on Thrice and gear, a trivia winner claims their prize, and all happens LIVE!

Episode 28: April 18, 2024

Get all wound up for this episode of Beyond 11! Steve demos Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" to showcase chord changes on flatwound strings. Download the free music sheet here! He invites Thyme, our Producer, on stage to try out the flatwounds and share her opinions as a novice player. Steve takes your questions, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 27: April 11, 2024

All things pickups! Guitarist Johnny Gomez joins Steve for an in-depth episode all about bass and guitar pickups. They discuss the technology behind the gear and answer a slew of viewer questions. The audience votes to learn about the hosts' favorite pickup manufactureres, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 26: April 4, 2024

Steve takes Aguilar Amplification Beyond 11! In this episode, we got an in-depth demo of 3 incredible Aguilar Amp products. Dale Titus of Aguilar even joined viewers in the chat to answer all their gear questions. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 25: March 28, 2024

Fu Manchu's Brad Davis goes Beyond 11! The iconic band's bassist talks about his experience in the music world. He shares insights into his pedal company, Creepy Fingers Effects, and viewers vote to learn more about his new band, Gods of Sometimes. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 24: March 21, 2024

Keyboardist Eric Bell takes it Beyond 11! He discusses his must-have gear, musical influences, his favorite tones, and more. Steve and Eric take your questions, viewers vote to learn more about gigging as a keyboardist, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 23: March 14, 2024

Stuart Spector goes Beyond 11! The visionary and master luthier joins Steve, along with instrument expert PJ Rubal. They go in-depth on Stuart's 45+ years at Spector Bass Guitar, and he and PJ discuss up and coming projects at Esopus guitars. They take your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 22: March 7, 2024

2x GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-instrumentalist Alex Bailey returns to Beyond 11! He and Steve dive deep into 5-string basses. They talk gear, bass builds, affordable options, and so much more. They answer all your questions and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 21: February 29, 2024

The godfather of custom bass, Carey Nordstrand, joins Steve to go Beyond 11! Carey talks designing and building, instruments, electronics, and so much more. He and Steve take your questions, viewers vote to learn more about multi-coil pickups, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 20: February 22, 2024

Pro guitarist Sean Hurwitz goes Beyond 11! Sean has toured with massive acts such as Smash Mouth, Enrique Iglesias, Nick Carter, and many more. He joins Steve to share his experience with these artists, both on stage and behind the scenes. Viewers vote to learn more about Sean’s recording process, and two trivia winners claim their prizes- LIVE!

Episode 19: February 15, 2024

Nathan Slade of Sushi Box FX and the ever-talented Tony Puleo take it Beyond 11! They talk with Steve about what goes into producing pedals, NAMM 2024, and exciting upcoming projects. They take your questions and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 18: February 8, 2024

On this episode of Beyond 11, Steve dives into the legacy of James Jamerson! He discusses the bassist's sound, bass preference, and signature style that made him so influential. Viewers vote to get the Inside Scoop on flatwound vs. roundwould strings, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 17: February 1, 2024

This time on Beyond 11, we put the pedal to the metal! Johnny Gomez joins Steve for an in-depth episode on pedals, effects, and building pedal boards. Viewers have all their gear questions answered and vote for the Inside Scoop on must-have effects. It all happens LIVE!

Episode 16: January 25, 2024

Sugar Ray original bassist Murphy Karges goes Beyond 11! He takes lighting round questions, talks touring with hit bands, and gives the inside scoop on being a passionate music instructor. Viewers have all their questions answered by Murphy and Steve, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 15: January 18, 2024

This time on Beyond 11, Steve covers a suite of topics on mixing and recording. He takes a ton of audience questions on cable types, gain staging, DI's, and more! Click here to download the drum tracks that Steve used in this episode- and don't forget to send in a video of you playing along with them!

Episode 14: January 11, 2024

Jason Brown, double bassist and luthier, joins Steve Araujo on this episode of Beyond 11! They discuss Jason’s musical influences and bass techniques. Steve brings Jason your Lightning Round questions, viewers vote to hear the Inside Scoop on restoring and building instruments, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 13: January 4, 2024

On this episode, Will Brahm takes it Beyond 11! He joins Steve for an in-depth conversation on the music industry, recording, and touring as a guitarist. Will and Steve take your questions, viewers vote to learn more tips on practicing, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 12: December 21, 2023

On this last Beyond 11 episode of the year, Steve compares his basses live! He shares some of his bass tips and answers audience questions. Viewers vote on what they would like to see more of in 2024, and a trivia winner claims a prize- LIVE!

Episode 11: December 14, 2023

This time on Beyond 11, Jordan Cortese and Dale Titus join Steve for an episode all about amps! Jordan, Aguilar Amp Brand Manager, and Dale, Aguilar Amp Artist Relations Specialist, share their insights on bass amps, pedals, pickups, and more. They answer your questions, viewers vote to learn more about releasing new products, and a trivia winner claims a prize- LIVE!

Episode 10: December 7, 2023

Katin Burns, drummer of Systerian, joins Steve Araujo on this episode of Beyond 11! They take your questions on drumming and gigging as a percussionist. Viewers vote to hear the Inside Scoop on teaching, Katin and Steve jam out, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 9: November 30, 2023

This time on Beyond 11, Johnny Gomez returns to join Steve for a live jam sesh! They talk all things performing and answer your gigging questions. Viewers vote to hear more about pedal board setups, Steve and Johnny get you Amped Up with an improvised performance, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 8: November 16, 2023

On this episode, Mark Cohen takes it Beyond 11! He shares his music industry experience and discusses the audio technology behind Audeze headphones. Mark and Steve take your questions, viewers vote to learn more about starting a business, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 7: November 9, 2023

This time on Beyond 11, the guys from the Biggest Bottom Podcast join Steve Araujo for an awesome conversation on all things bass. Dale Titus, Jonathan Moody, and Tony Puleo answer questions, share their bass set up tips, and viewers vote to hear a few of their crazy gig stories. A trivia winner claims their prize, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 6: November 2, 2023

This episode, acclaimed multi-instrumentalist and composer Alex Bailey goes Beyond 11 with Steve! They give you the inside scoop on drumming, playing bass, and performing with international acts. Alex and Steve take your questions, viewers vote for a deep dive on percussion, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 5: October 25, 2023

On this episode, Adam Grimm of Satellite Amplifiers takes it Beyond 11 with Steve Araujo and guitarist Johnny Gomez! Adam discusses what it’s like to be the owner and builder of Satellite Amps, they take your questions, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 4: October 18, 2023

On this episode of Beyond 11, pro guitarist and Take the Lead host Marc Seal graces the stage! He and Steve discuss recording, sponsorships, and making a living as a professional musician. Marc burns through Lightning Round questions and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 3: October 11, 2023

This time on Beyond 11, Tijuana Dogs guitarist and music professor Dave Murdy joins Steve for an in-depth conversation on the music industry, guitar in academia, and gigging. Dave takes Lightning Round questions, viewers vote to hear his gear recommendations, and a trivia winner claims their prize- LIVE!

Episode 2: October 4, 2023

Contemporary jazz musician, composer, and producer Tony Guerrero goes Beyond 11 on this episode! He joins host Steve Araujo as they discuss Tony’s musical influences and trumpeting techniques. Steve brings Tony your lightning round questions, viewers vote to hear some celebrity stories, and it all happens LIVE!

Episode 1: September 27, 2023

In our pilot episode, host Steve Araujo takes it to eleven with guest Johnny Gomez! Johnny takes Lightning Round and audience questions, and viewers vote to get the Inside Scoop on building pedal boards. A trivia winner claims a prize from DR Strings, and it all happens LIVE!

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