MXR Slash Octave Fuzz Pedal: The Underdog of Fuzz?
The MXR Slash Octave Fuzz is a pedal that sounds like it knows it is the underdog. It’s angry, gritty, and intimidating, and if you think you can handle it, it is well worth spicing up your chain with. Now, why do I consider this pedal an “underdog?” Well, Slash is not particularly known for using fuzz. So the […]
Headphones Ohms Ratings Explained
All headphones have an impedance rating, measured in ohms. But what do headphone ohm ratings mean? In practical terms, impedance tells us how much power your headphones require to deliver a reasonable listening volume. Put simply, the higher your headphones’ impedance, the higher source voltage they need. Knowing your headphones’ impedance helps you determine which […]
zZounds Goes Live With Modal Electronics
Since 2013, Bristol, UK-based Modal Electronics has pushed the envelope for what’s possible with a digital and analog synth. From their legendary 00 series dream hybrid synths to their pint-size first-gen wavetable CRAFTsynth, each instrument has that mysterious “it” factor that makes its cutting-edge sound design cut through the mix. In our latest deep dive, […]
The Lakland Bass Story
Lakland Basses have become a marquee name in the high-performance bass world. Studio and touring artists alike have put their trust in Lakland basses due to their high-quality nature along with the wealth of options available on each instrument. From their exotic tonewoods to custom wound pickups, Lakland basses have a flavor fit for any […]
Radial EXTC Stereo: A Tool for Creating Truly Unique Sounds
The new Radial EXTC Stereo is an update to the older EXTC model with — you guessed it — stereo functionality! For all the fellow engineers out there, this is truly a game changer when it comes to signal processing. After all, two is better than one, eh? So, What Does the EXTC Stereo Do? […]
The Gibson P-90: A History
The Gibson P-90 pickup might be one of the most under-appreciated pickups made today. We asked some of Gibson’s biggest nerds about the history of the P-90 and learned some insider information about this legendary pickup. Gibson Master Luthier Jim DeCola, and Gibson’s Senior Director of Product Development, Mat Koehler, set the record straight on […]
Dr. Michael Santucci Wants to Save Your Ears!
Had he followed the conventional audiologist’s path, Dr. Michael Santucci would still be treating musicians — but only after they’d experienced hearing loss, ear injury, and tinnitus. Instead, he entered the field with the mission to help working musicians protect their ears in order to prevent hearing loss and damage down the line. The desire […]
Ready for the Swarm? Check Out Beetronics Pedals in Action!
Beetronics Pedals feature some of the most unique looks that you can find on a pedal board. But they’re not just a pretty face — Beetronics Pedals offer incredible, boutique-quality tone and utility at a great price. From their incredible, option-rich Royal Jelly Overdrive and Fuzz Blender to the Fatbee Overdrive Pedal and Swarm Fuzz […]
Get Back to Gigging with the Bose L1 Pro32
Dialed in for pure performance, Bose L1 Pro portable line array systems advance a PA category invented by Bose into a new era of on-the-go audio for singer-songwriters, mobile DJs, and bands. Three models offer legendary 180-degree horizontal coverage, unmatched clarity and tonal balance, plus extended bass response with a unique RaceTrack woofer design. In […]
