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.
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, […]
Video: PRS Celebrates 40 Years With Two Jaw-Dropping Models!
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 McCarty Dragon! Celebrate 40 years of PRS with these awesome guitars, and check […]
Gear Wire: Live With The Allen & Heath SQ-5!
In this sixth episode, our hosts welcome Francisco, aka “Paco”, from the zZounds crew! Watch as they discuss the Allen & Heath SQ-5 digital mixer, and hear how Francisco has used it in a variety of live situations.
The Keeley Monterey Workstation: A World of Vintage Vibes in One Box!
In 1967, Jimi Hendrix performed at the Monterey Pop Festival, where he created one of the defining moments of rock ‘n’ roll history by setting his hand-painted 1965 Strat ablaze. Fast forward to 2019, when Fender commemorated this legendary moment and the guitar itself by releasing the limited edition Monterey Strat which featured a recreation […]
The ToneWoodAmp: Changing The Playing Experience
I grew up as the “electric guitar guy” who always kept an acoustic guitar in the corner. Only learning the acoustic hits from my favorite rock bands of the ’80s and ’90s here and there was enough for me. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve broadened my acoustic guitar repertoire, but it never became my main […]
