DJing With MIDI Controllers
I have always been curious about the software-only side of DJjing: no turntables, CDJs, DVS interfaces, or physical music. I personally have always used either a controller, a CDJ setup, or a combination of both. These are the basic setups that everyone uses, but others are pushing the envelope and have been for years. Artists […]
The Beginnings of FM Synthesis
Editor’s Note: This post covers the origins of FM synthesis through a historic and technical lens. For more on the video above, please see the section labeled “Notes From Our FM Synthesis Video.” Black. Queer. Transgressive. In 1986, in some deep backwoods of Huntsville, Ontario, appearing right on the cabin doorstep of a young Beverly […]
Jason Richardson Talks New Signature EBMM Model and Takes Fan Questions
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with guitarist Jason Richardson and chat about his brand-new signature guitar, music he’s been working on, and much, much more! Take a peek at our exclusive interview today, then get your hands on the new Ernie Ball Music Man Jason Richardson Cutlass 6! The Cutlass 6 offers […]
Gibson Hummingbird Studio Rosewood Review
Think of a Gibson Hummingbird, and vibrant visions of the 1960s probably come to mind. With its vivid Cherry Burst finish, mahogany back and sides, and detailed pickguard illustration, the Hummingbird is instantly recognizable. But what if you were looking for a little something different? Enter the Gibson Hummingbird Studio Rosewood. Not your ordinary Gibson […]
Mix Tips: Cleaning Up the High End
As you may know, the bass frequency area in a mix should be like an exclusive club — only authorized instruments and sounds are allowed in. The reason for this is two-fold: it gives you more headroom to work with in your mix (alleviating some of the pressure from your 2-bus compressor and limiter), and […]
Tributes to Eddie Van Halen, From Those Who Knew Him Best
The music world lost a legend this week with the passing of Eddie Van Halen. With such a giant figure in guitar now gone from us, we thought it best to remember Eddie with help from those who knew him best. Read on for a selection of tributes to Eddie given by his family, bandmates, […]
Making Sonic Room in DJ Transitions
In a previous tutorial post, I spoke about three transitions for mixing songs. We are going to take a more in-depth look at making room for tunes in your DJ mix. When I say “making room in your mix,” I mean from a sonic frequency aspect. Imagine you have a container filled with sheets and […]
zZounds Exclusive Interview with Jeff Bridges
zZounds is pleased to share an exclusive interview with Academy Award®-winning actor, musician and environmentalist Jeff Bridges, whose passion for preserving and honoring the world’s great rainforests dovetails with Breedlove’s commitment to sustainability and to making great-sounding guitars without using any clear-cut tonewoods. Bridges and Breedlove have collaborated on three signature instruments, including a myrtlewood […]
Introducing the Taylor GT
The Taylor GT (Grand Theater) introduces an inspiring new class of acoustic guitar built for serious fun. Designed from the ground-up for maximum expressiveness and playability, the Taylor GT is a totally original, compact body shape that strikes the perfect balance between playing comfort and full acoustic tone. Reminiscent of Taylor’s Grand Orchestra body, the […]
