zZounds Live: Live the Dream: ASM Hydrasynth Desktop Demo
Based on an advanced wavetable synthesis engine, ASM’s Hydrasynth offers all the tone-generating capabilities possible through digital technology. Watch our demo as we explore the myriad sonic possibilities available to you on the desktop version of this multifaceted digital dream machine from Ashun Sound Machines. Mar 22, 2022Diego
At Home With Kali Audio IN-5 Coaxial Studio Monitors
Kali Audio IN-5 and IN-8 coaxial studio monitors are getting great reviews, especially for their full bass response and detailed stereo imaging. In this article we’ll look at why the IN-5 is an excellent choice for most home studio mix rooms as well as for home theater use. We’ll also look at the new IN-5-C […]
zZounds Live: Korg RK100S2 Remote Keyboard
Guitboard or keytar? No matter what you call it, Korg’s RK100S2 frees any keyboardist from their stand, allowing them take center stage (or stage left or right) with an all-wood-body synth powerhouse made to move. From stand to strap, there’s so much more “more” you can do on a Korg RK100S2. Watch our live demo […]
Episode 211 – Wolfgang Van Halen
Skip a year of high school to tour with Van Halen? Play every instrument on your debut record? Opening slot on a sold out stadium tour? Wolfgang Van Halen is flying out of the gates with his band Mammoth WVH! About The Guest Wolfgang William Van Halen is an American musician. The son of actress […]
Toms Sounding Thin? Elevate Your Mix with These Techniques!
Your kit is tuned up, you’ve got it sounding great, full, and resonant with every drum that you hit. But when you hit record in your digital audio workstation, (DAW) your toms sound thin, brittle, and not at all like the fat tones you’re hearing behind the kit! Today we’ll look at the solution to […]
Build Up and Erupt: How to Transition From Pre-Chorus to Chorus
In our previous post, we explored the inner workings of constructing verse lyrics and themes. But where do we go after we’ve nailed that first verse? Most often, we go to a pre-chorus and/or a chorus. Approaching writing these two sections can be overwhelming given the amount of possible options you have to work with. […]
zZounds Live: Line 6 Catalyst 60: The Swiss Army Knife of Amps?
In this edition of zZounds Live, Justin takes the Line 6 Catalyst 60 through its paces. This amp features six original amp designs, on-board boost circuits for each amp, six different reverbs, 18 effects, and an effects loop. If that’s not enough, there’s even an XLR line output along with a 4-channel USB recording interface! […]
Songfinch’s Home Studio Gear Picks
When music lovers want to give an unforgettable gift for a special someone, or commemorate an event like a wedding or anniversary, they turn to Songfinch — a unique service that creates personalized, custom-made original songs. Songfinch’s team of artists rises to the occasion, producing made-to-order material in their home studios in 7 days or […]
Episode 210 – Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs
How did Mike Campbell’s knobs get so dirty? Inquiring minds want to know… About The Guest Mike Campbell is an American guitarist. He was a member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and co-wrote many of the band’s hits with Petty, including “Refugee”, “Here Comes My Girl”, “You Got Lucky”, and “Runnin’ Down a Dream”. […]
