zZounds Goes Live With the Bad Cat Black Cat Combo
Discover the aggressive roar of Bad Cat amplifiers! Check out this episode of zZounds Live as Justin explores all that the Black Cat combo can do! Powered by a pair of EL84 power tubes, the 20-watt Black Cat combo boasts two channels that range from a gentle purr to a formidable roar. A powerful 2-band […]
Live Demo: Dive Deep into the Fender Tone Master Pro Workstation Pedal!
Fender is taking their critically acclaimed Tone Master series of amplifiers to the floor, with the Fender Tone Master Pro workstation pedal. The Tone Master Pro features a whole host of effects, amplifiers, and custom I/O so you can bring nearly any rig on the planet with you wherever you roam. From vintage Fender amplifiers […]
Video: See the Gibson SG in Rare Custom Colors
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. […]
Zakk Wylde and MXR Celebrate 20 Years with Wylde Audio Pedals!
Zakk Wylde is the powerhouse guitar player for the likes of Ozzy and Black Label Society, as well as the creator of his own gear brand Wylde Audio. Though Wylde Audio boasts a robust product line these days, it wasn’t long ago (2015) that Wylde Audio first started manufacturing guitars and amplifiers. Before that, Zakk […]
Watch: The EarthQuaker Devices Zoar Delivers All-Analog Medium-High Gain Tones!
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 […]
Soldano Fit Their Coveted SLO into a Compact Stompbox!
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. […]
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2: Better Noise-Cancelling and More
With better noise cancelling, longer battery life, and a new “spatializer” audio setting, Shure’s new flagship AONIC 50 Gen 2 wireless headphones improve on the original in several areas. So how do all of these new features affect the listening experience? Design and Layout The AONIC 50 Gen 2s are reasonably lightweight with a nice […]
Sterling Unveils Darkglass Partnership: Join the Dark Side With DarkRay!
Sterling by Music Man crafts more affordable versions of guitars and basses by their big brother brand, Ernie Ball Music Man, allowing everyday musicians to experience a performance instrument at a fraction of the price. When Ernie Ball Music Man released their DarkRay in partnership with Finnish bass amplifier and pedal brand Darkglass Electronics, players […]
Video: Order Top-Shelf Tone With The Gibson Les Paul Supreme
Built to complement your heaviest riffs and most electrifying leads, Gibson’s Les Paul Supreme combines timeless style with modern versatility. Boasting a lovely AAA figured maple top, the Les Paul Supreme also enjoys other premium aesthetic touches like mother-of-pearl inlays on the fingerboard and headstock, gold hardware, and headstock binding. A set of Burstbucker Pro […]
