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Friday February 28, 2025. 08:10 AM
Join zZounds for a detailed lesson on the 12-bar blues! Watch as Justin leads you through essential chord progressions and turnarounds that’ll have you sounding like a pro in no time. Learning the 12-bar blues offers players the opportunity to lay down a strong musical founda...
Friday February 21, 2025. 08:00 AM
Something of a Renaissance man on YouTube, Twitch, and in life, Tefty operates three channels, each with a different focus. There’s Tefty Music Tech, dedicated to gear reviews and instructional videos on using synths, samplers, and other recording tools. Then there’s Tefty &...
Thursday February 20, 2025. 09:24 AM
You know, the more I research Teenage Engineering, the more I picture peeling back an onion. For an instrument company, Teenage Engineering seem to aspire to be more than that. Whether functioning as a pseudo-design house—working for clients like the “Nothing” brand or...
Tuesday February 18, 2025. 03:25 PM
Drums drive the rhythm and energy of a track, but getting them to cut through a dense mix without overpowering other elements can be a challenge. Whether you’re mixing a hard-hitting rock track or a tight, modern pop beat, keeping your drums punchy and present requires a bala...
Friday February 14, 2025. 03:45 PM
Don’t call it a comeback! Vinyl records are now a hit with all listeners. And whether you’re just starting out or upgrading your gear, there’s a turntable perfect for you at zZounds. In this video and blog post, we’ll cover three top options: the classic standard turntable,...
Tuesday February 11, 2025. 08:00 AM
Something of a Renaissance man on YouTube, Twitch, and in life, Tefty operates three channels, each with a different focus. There’s Tefty Music Tech, dedicated to gear reviews and instructional videos on using synths, samplers, and other recording tools. Then there’s Tefty &...
Wednesday February 5, 2025. 08:00 AM
You’ve got your axe and your amp ready to rock the stage, but what about your pedalboard? Effects pedal options are seemingly endless this days, making the idea of putting together a pedal board as exciting as it is daunting — but what if you’re just looking for the basics?...
Tuesday February 4, 2025. 08:00 AM
If you’ve ever tried to DJ or play an instrument while monitoring your performance on Bluetooth wireless headphones, you’ve likely run into latency issues. That’s why wired headphones have long been the standard for DJing or any monitoring application that requires precise...
Friday January 31, 2025. 08:41 AM
Buying your first tube amp can be a daunting task — let the zZounds crew guide the way! In this video, we sit down to compare three accessible and approachable options from three of music’s most storied amp brands: Fender, Marshall, and Vox! Featured in this video is the...
Wednesday January 15, 2025. 06:50 PM
PRS takes an exciting visual and sonic approach to the standard series with The PRS Standard 24 Satin. Check out our video demo and conversation with Alex Chadwick from PRS to learn more about this incredible axe! The post Video: PRS Standard 24 Satin Demo and a Chat With...
Tuesday January 14, 2025. 07:31 AM
The ’90s were an incredible time for metal, with bands like Korn, Alice In Chains, Metallica, and many more making use of the iconic Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier to achieve each of their legendary sounds. Now, the amp that led the way is back to conquer today’s stages, with...
Wednesday January 8, 2025. 07:33 PM
This past October, the zZounds crew had the opportunity to tour the PRS factory in Stevensville, Maryland, about an hour outside Baltimore. During our walkthrough, we received a deep history lesson on the company, factory operations, and Paul Reed Smith himself. We...
Friday December 27, 2024. 09:21 AM
Ever notice the lively ambience of vocal, drum, and instrument tracks on ’60s Motown classics? That distinctive sound is due in large part to the unique house-turned-studio purchased by Motown founder Berry Gordy, the attic of which was converted into a reverb chamber that...
The Top Videos of 2024 As we prepare to say goodbye to 2024, we’re taking some time to look back on the year in zZounds videos! Scroll through to find our most-viewed and favorite videos of the year, and see what makes the gear in them so special. We’ll be back with plenty...
Tuesday December 3, 2024. 08:21 PM
Attention Mesa/Boogie lovers: your dream tone just got a little more accessible! The legendary amp manufacturer’s latest reissue of their coveted Mark IIC+ model offers the perfect solution for players who want authoritative tone of any style. From punchy cleans to the most p...
Thursday November 14, 2024. 09:10 AM
A simple request from Idles’ Lee Kiernan for a compact version of EarthQuaker Devices‘ now discontinued Gray Channel has turned into a fuzz-packed, overdrive-heavy, speaker-ripping (simulated), monster named Gary. Gary offers a vast range of dirty tones, and some that aren’t ...
Tuesday November 12, 2024. 09:04 AM
For the past four decades, PRS have held a unique place in the music industry building visually and sonically striking guitars. To celebrate their rich history, PRS have crafted two unforgettable anniversary models: The 40th Anniversary Custom 24 and the 40th Anniversary...
Tuesday October 29, 2024. 08:59 AM
Since its founding in 1974, Taylor Guitars has continually pioneered the art of modern acoustic guitar craftsmanship. To celebrate this incredible milestone, Taylor has released a series of limited-edition 50th Anniversary guitars! As the culmination of five decades of...
Friday October 11, 2024. 12:58 PM
An artist with deep roots in southern hip-hop, Bolo Da Producer has also made a name for himself on YouTube, where he regularly posts gear reviews, advice videos, and original songs. One of Bolo’s most impressive attributes is his eye for talent. Throughout his career, he’s f...
Friday October 4, 2024. 09:36 AM
Since its 2018 release, TASCAM’s Model 24 mixer/interface/recorder has proved to be an easy-to-use and pro-sounding solution for multitrack recording. Now, the venerable recording gear maker has followed up their hit with the TASCAM Model 2400. Though it looks similar at...
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