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Gibson Teases the Return of Maestro
The legend of Maestro pedals gets a new chapter January 18! Gibson just released this teaser video that’s got us all tingly for the return of the classic pedal brand. Best known for effects like the FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone, (the sound behind the Rolling Stones’ “Satisfaction” riff) the PS-1 Phase Shifter, and the endlessly versatile EP-3 […]
PRS Unveils SE Silver Sky
Fans of smooth John Mayer tones have something to look forward to in 2022 as Paul Reed Smith announced an SE Silver Sky model yesterday. The Instagram post revealed the four new finishes: Ever Green, Stone Blue, Moon White, and Dragon Fruit. A list of specs was also posted, and highlights include a familiar 635JM […]
Audio Gear Makers Face the Global Chip Crunch
Call them semiconductors, microprocessors, or integrated circuits, the silicon chips found in electronics of all kinds have been in short supply since mid-2020, with chipmakers struggling to meet unprecedented demand for the high-tech devices we use to work remotely, attend classes, stay in touch, and entertain ourselves at home in a global pandemic. Now, the […]
Gibson Acquires MESA/Boogie
Yesterday, Gibson Brands announced their acquisition of MESA/Boogie, a premier boutique amplifier brand based in Petaluma, California. “This is a perfect partnership based on our collective professional experiences and passion for sound.” Gibson CEO James Curleigh said in a statement. Known for high-powered amplifiers, MESA/Boogie has catered to tone chasers for over 50 years. Their […]
Gibson Launches Virtual Guitar Tech Service
Guitars need an occasional tune-up to continue to function at their best. But for those who have never performed a setup on a guitar, the process can be confusing and intimidating. Even with the wealth of tutorials available on YouTube, you’re still left to your own in figuring out whether your neck looks straight or […]
Fender Play: Get 3 Free Months of Lessons
Fender is currently running a special on their acclaimed Fender Play educational program. This is great news for new guitarists or advanced players looking to sharpen their chops! With shelter-in-place measures effective across most of the country, this offer could not have come at a better time. Sign up for these interactive video lessons today […]
Brands Host Live Streaming Events Amid Quarantine
With musicians around the world unable to gig and connect with fans in person due to shelter-in-place orders, many have turned to streaming services to host intimate performances for their followers. Now, several music brands have followed suit, offering concerts, hangouts, and instructional videos to entertain, inform and connect with their artist community and fans! […]
COVID-19 Relief Options for Music Industry Workers
If you’re a musician, music educator, sound engineer, live event staff, or anyone who owns a small business or earns income as a self-employed worker, the economic impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has been particularly painful. We at zZounds wanted to help share information about the recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Recovery, and Economic Stimulus (CARES) […]
The Coolest Things We Saw at NAMM 2020
NAMM 2020 is in the books, and what a show it was! If you haven’t caught up yet, check our NAMM coverage blog posts and video, as well as our Instagram page. In this post, we’re bringing you the products from NAMM 2020 that excited us the most. Read on and add your top picks […]
