The Fret Files, hosted by luthier Eric Daw, covers guitar repair, building, tools, news and interviews with guitar dealers and makers. The show has 219 episodes released roughly monthly, typically 50 to 60 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 1,500 to 6,000 per episode (estimated), with a suggested host-read rate of $40 to $150 per episode.
A focused guitar repair audience hearing a trusted luthier's voice each month
- Host Eric Daw has over 25 years of guitar repair experience and speaks directly to hands-on players.
- The show has 219 episodes since 2014, with a 4.8 Apple Podcasts average from 169 ratings.
- The website invites sponsors and says the show offers scripted reads or pre-recorded spots.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- listener Q&A, interview, co-hosted discussion
- Tone
- informative, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 45 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the website invites sponsors on a dedicated page but names none.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles cover guitar repair, news, and listener questions with no explicit flags.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.fretfiles.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id797906942 |
| Spotify | open.spotify.com/show/76URza7djcyo51iRuxOTfa |
| RSS feed | www.fretfiles.com/feed/podcast/ |
Benchmark score: 60 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep 221 – Joe Dampt of Joe’s Vintage Guitars | 2026-10-15 | 51 min |
| Ep 220 – Kay Guitar History and Listener Questions | 2026-09-17 | 57 min |
| Ep 219 – Listener Questions | 2026-08-18 | 59 min |
| Ep 218 – Guitar News and Listener Questions | 2026-07-15 | 1 h 9 min |
| Ep 217 – Listener Questions and Guitar News | 2026-06-19 | 45 min |
| Ep 216 – Troy Angus | 2026-05-15 | 1 h 16 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 30 days.
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About The Fret Files
The Fret Files is a guitar workshop podcast hosted by luthier Eric Daw, who the show's website describes as a 25-year guitar repair veteran. Episodes cover guitar repair, building, tools, news, and interviews with guitar dealers and makers, alongside listener questions. The show has released 219 episodes since January 2014, roughly one per month, and episodes typically run 45 to 60 minutes.
The show holds a 4.8 average rating from 169 Apple Podcasts ratings. Its listeners are likely hands-on guitar players and repairers; these audience estimates are based on the show's niche and rating volume, not published data. The feed shows no sponsor mentions in recent episodes, although the website invites sponsors.
Based on an estimated 1,500 to 6,000 downloads per episode, a host-read sponsorship would likely cost between $40 and $150 per episode. Tool makers, string brands, and guitar service providers are the most natural fit for this audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Fret Files can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Fret Files
How much does The Fret Files charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated at $40 to $150 per episode for a host-read spot, based on an estimated 1,500 to 6,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing is set by the host.
What is The Fret Files about?
The Fret Files is a guitar workshop podcast hosted by luthier Eric Daw, covering guitar repair, building, tools, news, and listener questions.
How do I contact The Fret Files about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. The show's website also has a sponsorship page.
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