A musician who first picked up the guitar in 2011, Myles toured the US and Europe with his former band Blaqrock. He’s also performed in a pit orchestra, and played on a Grammy-nominated track featured in Bill & Ted Face the Music. Myles is a Gear Expert at zZounds and writes for the zZounds Blog. Outside of music, Myles is a huge video game nerd, dog lover, and spaghetti enthusiast.
A Beginner’s Guide to Fingerpicking
Looking to spice up your guitar playing with a new skill? No matter what style of guitar you play, fingerpicking is a great tool to add to your arsenal. In this blog post, we’ll help get you going on your fingerpicking journey by walking you through the fundamental techniques, including a layout of the PIMA […]
Why Choose Epiphone Over Gibson?
Epiphone or Gibson? The age-old question debated by generations of guitarists — and now, the zZounds crew! In this video, we put the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Les Paul Custom and Gibson Les Paul Studio to the test to see which axe offers the best value for the everyday player. However, while both guitars aim […]
Gibson Warren Haynes Les Paul Standard Demo
Gibson teams up with Allman Brothers Band legend Warren Haynes for a signature Les Paul Standard crafted to capture his iconic classic rock sound. Hear the Gibson Warren Haynes Les Paul Standard for yourself in our video demo, shot at Gibson HQ! Related: Legends of Tone: The Allman Brothers Band We pay tribute to Duane […]
Video: Gibson Cracks the Vault With the Firebird Platypus
Gibson cracks open the vault to unearth an early vision for the iconic Firebird with the Firebird Platypus. This unique rarity recreates the design elements that made the original 1960s model unique, bound to excite Gibson collectors and players alike. Experience the rockin’ attitude of the Gibson Firebird Platypus in our exclusive video demo!
How to Build a Guitar Pedalboard for Under $500
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? In this video, the zZounds […]
Tube Amps Under $1000: We Compared Marshall vs. Fender. vs. Vox
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 Fender Hot Rod Pro Junior IV, […]
Video: PRS Standard 24 Satin Demo and a Chat With Alex From PRS
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!
Video: The Mesa/Boogie ’90s Dual Rectifier Revives the Golden Age of Nu Metal Tone!
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 Mesa/Boogie’s modern recreation. Check out our demo […]
How Does PRS Build Guitars? Take a Factory Tour With Us!
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 experienced every part of the build process associated with crafting a PRS guitar, […]
