Nick started playing guitar in 2004 and stepped in as a drummer for his band shortly thereafter. Nick honed his performance and production skills with his projects released on labels like Deathwish Inc., Flesh & Bone, Save Your Generation, and more. At zZounds, Nick handles all Bass, Drums, and Effects Pedals marketing, and he’s a huge fan of Fender Telecasters, fuzz pedals, his Marshall JTM 45, and DW Drums. Other loves are Formula 1, house cats, and Michigan history facts.
The JHS 424 Gain Stage Brings the Portastudio to Your Pedalboard
Some pedals are born out of nostalgia, but the JHS 424 Gain Stage is rooted in obsession. For years, producers and guitarists have been chasing the gritty, colorful saturation of the TASCAM 424 Portastudio, the four-track cassette machine that defined an era of lo-fi records. From indie bands layering tape hiss into their mixes to […]
Auxiliary Percussion: The Studio “Secret Weapon” You’re Ignoring
When you think of percussion in a recording, you probably picture a drum kit, maybe a conga player if things are getting spicy. But auxiliary percussion — a wide-ranging category that encompasses items like tambourines, shakers, cowbells, and wood blocks — is where you can quietly take a track from “good groove” to “why does […]
Ten Pedals, One Riff: Classic Dirt
What happens when you’ve got 10 unique classic distortion pedals and one slick riff? What type of overdrive or distortion works best with the riff, and how do you know what pedal works best? Well it’s all about how it sounds, so we tested 10 unique classic dirt pedals on a single riff. Which tone […]
Charles Berthoud Proves You Don’t Need a Fortune to Sound Great!
Need power, versatility, and a portable bass amp option? Laney’s line of Digbeth Foundry bass amplifiers not only offers a robust, classic-inspired design but provides a variety of wattage options for all players. Each Digbeth Foundry amplifier features a comprehensive EQ section with tilt control, and four adjustable mid presets. For added grit during play, […]
From Pianos to Power Toms: The History of Yamaha Drums
When you think Yamaha, you might picture a grand piano in a concert hall, a revving motorcycle, or their classic logo on a student’s first keyboard. But Yamaha’s presence behind the drum kit is equally as storied, and it shares a connection to their expertise in piano craftsmanship. From their melodic instrument legacy to their […]
Warm Audio Brings Legendary 1176 Compression to Your Board With Pedal76
Warm Audio is known for crafting vintage-inspired gear that’s approachable for any musician. The 1176 compressor is still hailed today as one of the greatest vintage units of all time and is re-imagined in modern outboard gear, virtual plug-ins, and even pedalboard-friendly stompboxes. The Warm Audio Pedal76 features an 1176 design-inspired look, real 1176 compression […]
EarthQuaker Devices’ Dirt Transmitter: Rare Transistors, Timeless Dirt Tone, Rancho De La Luna Style!
EarthQuaker Devices first crafted the Dirt Transmitter in 2008 when EQD Founder Jamie Stillman came across some very unique silicon transistors that offered a lower gain with warmth similar to germanium transistors. The pedal and its signature sound was used extensively in-studio on the album “30 Years of Rancho,” which commemorated the conic Joshua Tree […]
Watch: Manis is Keeley’s New Klon-like Overdrive!
Keeley knows that the mythical, transparent overdrive tones featured in high-level pedals like Klons are unattainable for most. That’s why they’ve crafted the Keeley Manis overdrive pedal! The Manis nails transparent overdrive tones made famous by the most mythical pedal ever built, while also delivering switchable low -end recovery, NOS transistors for improved feel, and […]
Jamie Stillman Talks EarthQuaker Devices’ Legacy Designs, Black Ash Hype, and The Pedal Industry
Justin sits down with EarthQuaker Devices founder Jamie Stillman in our exclusive interview. Jamie talks about legacy pedal designs, NOS components, limited editions, and the incredible world of pedal design and tone chasing. From their Akron, OH headquarters to the stages around the world that feature EarthQuaker Devices pedals, Jamie’s unique way of seeing the […]
