From discovered blueprints to a production model, the Gibson Theodore represents a trip through Gibson history. A few years ago, Gibson Custom released a recreation of a guitar designed by Ted McCarty, creator of the Les Paul and ES-335. Now available as a production model for the first time, the Gibson Theodore has a few […]
Crafted and refined with modern players in mind, Strandberg’s Boden Prog NX 6 offers extreme performance with futuristic style. From its ergonomic, chambered swamp ash body and EGS Pro Rev7 tremolo system, to its headstock-less design and patented EndurNeck profile, everything about the Boden Prog NX 6 puts player comfort first. And since this model […]
Roland’s GAIA 2 synthesizer is a beacon of sonic innovation. Watch our exclusive video for a celestial journey through its hybrid wavetable and virtual-analog engine. Its intuitive interface and full-size keys provide a seamless experience for limitless sound design; with features like the sequencer and Motional Pad, explore rhythmic landscapes and sculpt dynamic sonic panoramas […]
Now more accessible than ever, the Dave Grohl DG-335 is back! The Epiphone DG-335 has all the goods under the hood with Gibson USA Burstbucker pickups, CTS potentiometers, and Mallory capacitors. With all the appointments of the Gibson model, this Epiphone version will fuel any Foo Fighters fan! You’ve seen Dave Grohl play his Gibson […]
The Top Videos of 2023 As we prepare to say goodbye to 2023, we’re taking some time to look back on the year in zZounds videos! Scroll through to find our most-viewed and favorite videos of the year, and see what makes the gear in them so special. We’ll be back with plenty more videos […]
Step into the world of Teenage Engineering with the OP-1 Field Synthesizer. The OP-1 Field pairs refined design with advanced technology, compacting tons of sound engines, sequencing power, and special T.E. flair into one mobile instrument. Explore just what else one can do with Teenage Engineering in our exclusive video demo!
Gibson adds a splash of style to their SG Standard & Standard ’61 models with six custom color options! Powered by a set of 490R and 490T humbuckers, the Custom Color SG Standard sings with a rich, modern voice. A Nashville-style Tune-O-Matic bridge offers a contemporary look, and the full pickguard complements any of the finishes. […]
The tone wizards at EarthQuaker Devices are back at it tackling the arcane art of transistor-based distortion. The EarthQuaker Devices Zoar is their latest effort in delivering incredibly interactive, medium-high gain distortion. The Zoar is built on old-school circuitry, but features a modern hi-fi sound with amp-like sensitivity. Each Zoar offers a fully analog signal […]
In 1987, Mike Soldano released a soon-to-be legendary amplifier: the Soldano SLO. The 100-watt, high-gain, shred-ready amplifier has since become one of the most coveted in history. Since then Soldano has gained a loyal following, with Mick Mars (Motley Crüe), Warren de Martini (Ratt), and Howard Leese (Heart) adopting the SLO as their go-to tone. […]