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Noel Gallagher and Gibson Team Up for a New Standard of Brit-Rock Tone
Gibson’s limited-edition Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard taps into the electric sound and timelessly cool style of Brit-rock royalty! From his ’90s rock-god ascension in Oasis to his consistently solid solo output with the High Flying Birds, Noel Gallagher’s stellar songwriting and impeccable tone have inspired countless fans. Created in conjunction with Gibson, Noel’s Les […]
Victory V40 The Duchess MKII Deep Dive
From subtle refinements like onboard dual-digital reverb to its expanded Mid Kick switch, designed for greater tonal flexibility and more, the new Victory V40 The Duchess MKII series of amps delivers tasty high-headroom clean tones and inspiring performance that’s bound to rock stages far and wide. To demonstrate the ins and outs of the V40 […]
Martin Jason Isbell 0-10E Retro Exclusive Demo
Jason Isbell’s understated acoustic-guitar style serves as the gentle sonic wind beneath his captivating lyrics. Now, he’s teamed up with Martin for a signature so you can capture his heartfelt Americana sound for your rig. Isbell’s signature Martin 0-10E Retro is an inspired and accessible recreation of the historic 1940 0-17 that graced his recent […]
Martin’s Jeff Tweedy Signature Guitars
Looking for inspiration? Reach for the same models Jeff Tweedy uses to create and perform his distinctive songs! Teaming up with the Wilco frontman, Martin has created a pair of signature models that’ll satisfy almost any player. The reissued 00DB boasts a 25.4″ scale length, and offers a warm, punchy sound thanks to its FSC-certified […]
Not Just More DX, “M” Means More MODX from Yamaha!
From rich acoustic emulations to cutting-edge electronic textures, MODX M makes it a breeze to create, perform, and produce with depth and nuance. Available in three models — the 61-key MODX M6, 76-key MODX M7, and 88-key MODX M8 — this MODX series is your gateway to Yamaha’s most advanced sound and performance technology yet. […]
Mesa/Boogie Goes Hard with the HRG!
For players who just want “more” to their guitar sound, may we suggest the Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG? With the tone of a souped-up Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+, this reissue of the legendary HRG captures all the sounds you love with just a little bit “extra!” Loaded with more power and headroom, this model boasts one […]
Video: A Deeper Dive into 2000s Portastudio Tones with the JHS 424 Gain Stage Pedal
Have you ever thought about getting those early-2000s tape Portastudio tones on the go? The JHS 424 Gain Stage was inspired by the gritty, warm, unmistakable tone of the TASCAM Portastudio 424’s input channel. This pedal recreates the subtle compression, harmonic saturation, and lo-fi character that made the original a cult favorite among bedroom producers […]
Why Producers Are Calling the Akai MPC Live III a Game-Changer
Akai has taken their legendary MPC Live series to a new level with the MPC Live III. In this zZounds-exclusive video, Justin sits down with Stuart from Akai to walk through all the ways this powerhouse has been reimagined for modern beatmakers, producers, and live performers. If you’ve been waiting to see how far Akai […]
A Doom Metal Rig for Under $1500?
For many, the ticket to genuine doom tone starts with a vintage tube amp cranked within an inch of its life for maximum volume, power, and punch. As it turns out, vintage tube amps command a premium on the used market, and even new tube amps typically come with a hefty price tag. But what […]
