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 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 […]
Video: Jack Gardiner Showcases the Laney LFR-110
We sat down with guitar virtuoso Jack Gardiner to discuss Laney’s newest entry into the FRFR speaker world: the LFR-110. In this interview, Jack showcases the superb performance the Laney LFR-110 provides for amp modelers and how it delivers incredible flexibility for mobile rigs.
Video: Martin and Billy Strings Bring Bluegrass to the Forefront
The Martin D-X2E is the result of an exciting collaboration between Martin and modern-day Bluegrass icon Billy Strings. Crafted to capture Billy’s powerful vision, the D-X2E boasts premium tone woods that deliver bright, clear tones while also delivering the fast, silky smooth playability that Bluegrass demands — at an accessible price! Hear the Martin D-X2E […]
Video: Martin Grand J-28E Double Neck: See It to Believe It!
Why only play one Martin when you can play two? In this video demo, Justin weaves his way through the Martin Grand J-28E to show off the sound and feel of Martin’s first double-neck instrument in over 100 years!
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!
