Episode 213 – Ashley McBryde & John Osborne
Ashley McBryde & John Osborne (Brothers Osborne) stop by to discuss making “Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville.” About The Guests A four-time Grammy nominee, Ashley McBryde is a celebrated singer/songwriter and a member of the Grand Ole Opry. John Osborne and his brother T.J. form the Brothers Osborne, a rock/country group that has experienced mainstream success […]
Conquering the Magic of the EBow
The EBow… one of the many wonders of the world, and of music! This unique tool allows guitar players to turn their picking hand into a “bow,” creating a feedback loop that can sustain your note for as long as you hold the EBow in place. As cool as this sounds though, it can be […]
Building Ambient Pads in Phase Plant
Let’s get back to the basics! Building an ambient pad is an ideal application of software synthesis and what better platform to explore this medium than Phase Plant? This top-of-the-line software synth from Kilohearts does just about anything you can imagine and more. Whether you are looking for traditional subtractive synths, a robust wavetable engine, […]
zZounds Live: Travel Through Time and Space with the Boss RE-202 Space Echo
Introduced in 1974, the Roland RE-201 Space Echo stands among the most legendary and sought-after effect units ever produced. The Boss RE-202 faithfully delivers the authentic sound and behavior of the Space Echo like never before with modern amenities and vintage-voiced tones. Roland/Boss engineers have tirelessly reproduced the same non-linear behaviors that original tape echoes […]
Songwriting Series: Blog Collection
Songwriting Techniques and Tips Do you dream of writing your first song, or just need some tips to enhance your own works? You’ve come to the right place. Find our collection of posts offering songwriting tips that will guide you from the first verse to the very end of your next song! A Guide to […]
zZounds Live: How to Use a Compressor
Compression is one of the most-heard effects in the world, but its ubiquity is almost matched by its mystery. While the applications of compressors can range from gentle squeeze to full vice grip, training your ear to hear the subtle differences can sometimes prove arduous. Well, wonder no more! Check out this special edition of […]
Celebrate Over 40 Years of Mesa/Boogie with the Mark V!
Satisfy your cravings for the ultimate Mesa/Boogie tone with the world-renowned Mark Series. This series’ pedigree spans over four decades, from founder Randall Smith’s earliest tinkerings to the modern high-gain amps of today. Whether you are looking for pristine yet muscular cleans, juicy saturation, or anything in between, a Mark Series amp delivers with ease. […]
Rockdown With Elektron Syntakt
Melodic, harmonious, intuitive, and playful, Syntakt is a 12-track drum specialist that brings Elektron’s world-class 64-step sequencing into the realm of drum synthesis and soundscaping – no experience required. Watch as we explore this instrument in our exclusive demo video! Aug 24, 2022Diego
Episode 212 – Hailey Whitters
On the eve of her brand new record Raised hitting the streets, Hailey Whitters joins host Chris Shiflett to chat about songwriting and home town inspiration! About The Guest Hailey Faith Whitters is an American country musician originally from Shueyville, Iowa. Still interested? Visit the artist’s official website or follow them on Facebook to learn […]
