The Keeley Monterey Workstation: A World of Vintage Vibes in One Box!
In 1967, Jimi Hendrix performed at the Monterey Pop Festival, where he created one of the defining moments of rock ‘n’ roll history by setting his hand-painted 1965 Strat ablaze. Fast forward to 2019, when Fender commemorated this legendary moment and the guitar itself by releasing the limited edition Monterey Strat which featured a recreation […]
Video: Get Lost In Moog’s Labyrinth
Lose yourself in a maze of melodies with Moog’s Labyrinth, a semi-modular synthesizer designed to create infinite sonic sequences and unexpected percussive rhythms. This “parallel generative” synth offers endless possibilities for musical exploration. Join us in our video as we dive into the unique features and capabilities of the Labyrinth, and discover the full potential […]
Gear Wire: Jamming With Tom Quayle, Fender Player II Series, and More
For Episode 3, we sat down with Ibanez and Laney artist Tom Quayle to discuss his signature Laney Lionheart LoudPedal before Justin joined the fusion extraordinaire for an impromptu jam session. Plus, we take a look at the Fender Player II Series of guitars and basses, respond to some YouTube comments, and more! Jul 12, […]
Novation MiniNova Synthesizer: A Legacy of Innovation
Dubstep. I keep staring at those words, sandwiched prominently between “R&B/Hip-Hop” and “Techno/House” on Novation’s MiniNova, and I keep thinking: “What were they thinking?” You see, that Novation MiniNova synthesizer, released in 2012, and bought by yours truly not too many years later, remains a compelling, if not slightly confounding, synth. From above, the MiniNova’s […]
Cross the Vocal Spectrum on Moog’s Spectravox Synth
Moog’s Spectravox is an exciting analog spectral processor and vocoder that transforms sound with an advanced 10-band filter bank. This cutting-edge instrument delivers vibrant drones, dynamic tonal sweeps, and unique modulation possibilities, opening up new worlds of sonic creativity. Discover the full potential of the Spectravox as we delve deeper into its features and capabilities […]
Kinds of Kindness: Inside the Score of Jerskin Fendrix
Jerskin Fendrix is no stranger to composing for fantastical storylines — His work in 2024’s Kinds of Kindness is no exception. The latest Yorgos Lanthimos film is a triptych tale: three adjacent storylines with a few themes that tie the whole package together. One such element is Fendrix’s nightmarish score of piano and choir. A […]
Starry-Eyed Surprise: Arturia MiniFreak Stellar Synth Video Demo
Space out with Arturia’s MiniFreak Stellar, a blacked-out special edition of their original powerful polyphonic synth. Featuring dual digital sound engines, analog filters, advanced modulation, sequencing, and stereo effects, this synth takes your sound into deep space and beyond. Join us in our exclusive video as we explore the MiniFreak Stellar’s unique features and cosmic […]
Gear Wire: Genzler Kinetix 800 Bass Amp, Guess That Bass, & More
Episode 3 focuses on the brand-new Genzler Kinetix 800 bass amp. zZounds’ very own bass expert Martin sits down with our hosts Justin and Luis to show off a few thumping tones while sharing his impressions about the amp. Plus, we dig into music news about Spotify, Wu-Tang Clan, and Taylor Swift. Jun 26, 2024Mason
Do “Magic” Frequencies Exist When Mixing Drums?
There is no magic bullet. That’s a point that this piece should get across first and foremost. That being said, learning about what boosting and cutting frequencies can to do to a mix is incredibly important for your engineering skills and satisfaction when recording drums. Any drum recording is only as good as the sum […]
