Don’t Avoid the Nord: A Look at the Electro 6D
Nothing quite stands out on stage like Nord’s red Electro series synthesizers. Since their introduction in 2001, each Electro has put on a masterclass of Swedish-designed emulation of classic vintage organs and electro-mechanical and acoustic pianos. What sets Electro synths apart from the pack is that they contain so much tech in an ultra-portable package […]
Episode 206 – David Sirota
David Sirota stops by to discuss his 8-part podcast on the 2008 financial crisis “Meltdown.” About The Guest David J. Sirota is an American journalist, columnist at The Guardian, editor for Jacobin, author, television writer, and screenwriter. Still interested? Visit the artist’s official website or follow them on Facebook to learn more! Nov 15, 2021Chris […]
zZounds Live: More Than An Attenuator: Two Notes Torpedo Captor X Live Demo
The Two Notes Torpedo Captor X is not just an attenuator that lets you use those 50- and 100-watt monsters without peeling the paint off the wall, it can also emulate different types of speaker cabinets. Featured in this video is a Friedman Dirty Shirley and a vintage 1964 Fender Bandmaster, each running through the […]
Shure KSM8: Upgrade your Dynamic Game
Dynamic mics are pervasive and for good reason. Whether you are gigging at the dive bar, opening at an arena, or making a demo in the basement, there is almost always a dynamic mic within reach. If that’s the case, shouldn’t we be pining for the highest quality possible in these ever present microphones? Shure […]
zZounds Live: Getting Loud and Dirty With Mini Amp Heads
We’ve assembled the Friedman BE-Mini, Diezel VH Micro, and Bogner Ecstasy Mini in this livestream for a look into the massive tones these mini amps deliver. These compact, more affordable versions of their bigger siblings are perfect for anyone looking to add a high-gain monster to their collection. Hear these mini amplifier heads in this […]
A Nylon-String Guitar Duet and Demo
The guitar is ever-evolving, but one of the original incarnations that often gets overlooked today is the nylon-string or classical guitar. In the video above, we highlight two models: the more traditional Alhambra 4-P Conservatory, and the Cordoba GK Studio Negra, a more modern iteration with a thinner flamenco body depth. While Willie Nelson is […]
Episode 205 – Lee Rocker
Rockabilly legend Lee Rocker, bassist for the Stray Cats, joins Chris today to discuss contemporary ballet! And rock ‘n’ roll of course… About The Guest Lee Rocker is a member of the rockabilly revival band Stray Cats. He is the son of the classical clarinetists Stanley Drucker and Naomi Drucker Still interested? Visit the artist’s […]
zZounds Live: Party At Our Place With the Numark Mixstream Pro
Numark’s Mixstream Pro DJ controller paves the way for next-gen DJing with built-in Wi-Fi, direct access to streaming music, Philips Hue smart control to turn your room lighting into party lighting, seamless integration of existing DJ libraries, Dropbox connectivity, pro DJ features, and built-in monitor speakers! Look back on our latest livestream as Jimmy and […]
The Capo: Open Mic Night and Beyond
A lot of guitarists tend to look down on the capo. It is often viewed as some sort of cheat for singer-songwriters to not have to learn the fretboard and easily change keys. But the capo is actually a really useful tool, even outside of open mic night. The capo is used on acoustic and […]
