The Top Videos of 2025
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2025, 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 more videos in 2026!
We Built The HEAVIEST DOOM METAL Rig for Under $1500
A fan-favorite solid state amp, a retro-futuristic delay, two fuzzes, and a guitar from a brand you’d probably never think of, all for under $1500. Does it doom? Find out if we crafted a tone that can awaken slumbering giants in this video!
Yamaha MODX M Keyboard Synthesizer Overview & Demo
From rich acoustic emulations to cutting-edge electronic textures, MODX M makes it a breeze to create, perform, and produce with depth and nuance. Blake from Yamaha gave us a hands-on look at how the MODX M’s improved control surface, expressive keyboard actions, and next-generation sound engines redefine what a midrange synth can do.
3 Tube Amps Under $1000 That Sound INCREDIBLE!
Solid State Logic SSL Revival 4000 with Fadi Hayek
The new SSL Revival 4000 analog channel strip is turning heads for its recreation of the sound of the early ’80s SL 4000 Series mixing console, as well as its versatile feature set. We sat down with SSL’s Fadi Hayek for a deeper dive into this unit’s capabilities!
A Deep Dive into the PRS Paul Reed Smith Satin Standard 24 Electric Guitar
PRS took 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!
Is this the most SLEPT ON desktop synth? | Roland SH-4D Live Walkthrough
In our exclusive video walkthrough, Justin and Dustin explores why the Roland SH-4d might be one of the most slept-on synths in recent years. From its real-time motion recording and physical control panel to unique features like D-Motion and Visual Arpeggio, this synth inspires on contact.
Akai MPC Live III Overview and Tutorial
In this zZounds-exclusive video, Justin sits down with Stuart from Akai to walk through all the ways the MPC Live III has been reimagined for modern beatmakers, producers, and live performers. If you’ve been waiting to see how far Akai could push their standalone production center, this is the demo you won’t want to miss.
Mesa/Boogie '90s Dual Rectifier Guitar Amp Head Demo and Interview
Check out our demo of the Mesa/Boogie ’90s Dual Rectifier above, and if it inspires you to put on your JNCO jeans, spike your hair, then drop down and chug, make your way to zZounds and get one for yourself!
Gibson USA Les Paul Custom 70s Electric Guitar
For many Les Paul enthusiasts, the ’70s era Les Paul Custom has remained one of the most prized instruments in their collection. Discover the Gibson Les Paul Custom 70s for yourself in our demo video!
Building the Perfect Shoegaze Rig for $1500 | Pedals, Guitars & Amps
Can you build a complete shoegaze guitar rig for just $1500? In this video, we break down the ultimate budget shoegaze setup – from guitars and amps to reverb, delay, and fuzz pedals – to create those dreamy wall of sound tones inspired by My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, and Ride.
