Danish Pete and Martin Kidd Showcase The Deputy
How did Victory take inspiration from iconic vintage amps and combine it with their own design approach to create The Deputy? In this video, Justin sits down with Martin Kidd and Danish Pete to discuss the magic under the hood of this 25-watt beast! Gear also appearing in this video: Victory V112 Deputy Lunchbox Cabinet […]
Noel Gallagher and Gibson Team Up for a New Standard of Brit-Rock Tone
Gibson’s limited-edition Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard taps into the electric sound and timelessly cool style of Brit-rock royalty! From his ’90s rock-god ascension in Oasis to his consistently solid solo output with the High Flying Birds, Noel Gallagher’s stellar songwriting and impeccable tone have inspired countless fans. Created in conjunction with Gibson, Noel’s Les […]
Mesa/Boogie Goes Hard with the HRG!
For players who just want “more” to their guitar sound, may we suggest the Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG? With the tone of a souped-up Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+, this reissue of the legendary HRG captures all the sounds you love with just a little bit “extra!” Loaded with more power and headroom, this model boasts one […]
PreSonus Metro, Capture, and More: How to Use Your StudioLive Mixer’s Most Powerful Tools
PreSonus StudioLive digital mixers are a fixture in countless venues and houses of worship — known for their Fat Channel effects processing and ease of use. But the real power of these mixers becomes apparent when you connect them to a computer or smart device. StudioLive mixers have always had tight integration with PreSonus software, […]
Video: A Deeper Dive into 2000s Portastudio Tones with the JHS 424 Gain Stage Pedal
Have you ever thought about getting those early-2000s tape Portastudio tones on the go? The JHS 424 Gain Stage was inspired by the gritty, warm, unmistakable tone of the TASCAM Portastudio 424’s input channel. This pedal recreates the subtle compression, harmonic saturation, and lo-fi character that made the original a cult favorite among bedroom producers […]
Why Producers Are Calling the Akai MPC Live III a Game-Changer
Akai has taken their legendary MPC Live series to a new level with the MPC Live III. In this zZounds-exclusive video, Justin sits down with Stuart from Akai to walk through all the ways this powerhouse has been reimagined for modern beatmakers, producers, and live performers. If you’ve been waiting to see how far Akai […]
A Doom Metal Rig for Under $1500?
For many, the ticket to genuine doom tone starts with a vintage tube amp cranked within an inch of its life for maximum volume, power, and punch. As it turns out, vintage tube amps command a premium on the used market, and even new tube amps typically come with a hefty price tag. But what […]
A Humbucker Enthusiast Takes on the Fender Standard Telecaster
From my earliest days as a guitar player, even growing up admiring the work of players like John Frusciante and Stevie Ray Vaughn, the distinctive spank of a single-coil pickup never spoke to me like the thick, robust sound of a humbucker. I’ve always been drawn to humbuckers, an attraction I attribute to my childhood […]
Video: In the Les Paul Custom 70s, Gibson Revives a Unique Classic
For many Les Paul enthusiasts, the ’70s era Les Paul Custom has remained one of the most prized instruments in their collection. From small but noticeable tweaks in design to the beginning of Gibson’s rich history of production in Nashville, these guitars had something special. Now, Gibson has reintroduced the Les Paul Custom 70s so […]
