Subscription vs. Perpetual License: Smart Buys for DAW Software
Should you buy a subscription or a perpetual license for your DAW software? Some DAW makers give you a choice of either model. Let’s consider the reasons it may be smarter to subscribe, rather than buy your music production software outright. With this information — plus a look at the release history of your DAW […]
Our Top Videos of 2023
The Top Videos of 2023 As we prepare to say goodbye to 2023, we’re taking some time to look back on the year in zZounds videos! Scroll through to find our most-viewed and favorite videos of the year, and see what makes the gear in them so special. We’ll be back with plenty more videos […]
Live: The Boss RV-200 Studio-Grade Reverb Is Here
Boss has always been committed to bringing studio-quality effects to the masses. The RV-200 reverb pedal brings studio-grade, 96kHz sampling rate reverb to your pedalboard in a rock-solid Boss 200 series enclosure. Each RV-200 features space for storing up to 127 reverb sounds pulled from 12 distinct reverb types. The easy, intuitive design takes inspiration […]
Track The Evolution: Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field Demo
Step into the world of Teenage Engineering with the OP-1 Field Synthesizer. The OP-1 Field pairs refined design with advanced technology, compacting tons of sound engines, sequencing power, and special T.E. flair into one mobile instrument. Explore just what else one can do with Teenage Engineering in our exclusive video demo! Dec 8, 2023Diego
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 […]
