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Iconic Rigs (on a Budget): Jimi Hendrix
If I asked you to name the most iconic and influential rock guitarist of the past, say, 50 years, I’d bet a considerably large sum of money that you’d say none other than Jimi Hendrix. There are several reasons why he is considered to be so important, but the most striking thing was his brazen, […]
Perfect Pairings: Fret-King Esprit I and Walrus Audio Iron Horse Distortion
This month, we’re plugging in the stripped-down Fret-King Esprit I and the gain-heavy Walrus Audio Iron Horse Distortion for a relentless riff session. This month, we’re finally pairing up two pieces of gear we’ve had our eyes on for a while now. Ever since the Fret-King Esprit I showed up at zZounds HQ a few months […]
Iconic Rigs (on a Budget): Eddie Van Halen
Iconic Rigs on a Budget is a companion to our Iconic Rigs series at zZounds, where we show you the gear of legendary guitarists. Here on the zZounds Blog, we’ll help you get really, really close to that sound without blowing your tour budget. This month: get the Brown Sound with just a single pedal! (Hot […]
Iconic Rigs (on a Budget): Jimmy Page
Iconic Rigs on a Budget is a companion to our Iconic Rigs series at zZounds, where we show you the gear of legendary guitarists. Here on the zZounds Blog, we’ll help you get really, really close to that sound without blowing your tour budget. This month: get a whole lotta tone for not a whole lot! […]
Interview with Paul Reed Smith
Few names are as important to guitarists as Paul Reed Smith. The man behind the brand has become a living legend to players in his 30 brief years since starting the company. We flew out to Maryland to tour the PRS factory and speak with Paul himself. Check out the video above for some of Paul’s insights on […]
Fuchs Full House 50 Demo
We recently got a Fuchs Full House 50 shipped to our offices and couldn’t wait to try our hands at it! Not too long ago ,zZounds started carrying the boutique builder’s line of amps and effects pedals, and though we’ve all heard great things about Fuchs amps, no one in our department had ever tried […]
Creature Camp: Our Battle of the Bands Winner!
The votes were tallied, a winner was crowned, and the zZounds crew flew down to Alabama to shoot a concert by the Birmingham’s own Creature Camp. The band put on a killer set at The Syndicate Lounge, and it was fed to the crowd through the spoils of their victory: A massive QSC rig consisting of 2 […]
Perfect Pairings: Warwick German Corvette DB Bass and Eden WTP600 | D410XLT
This month, we’re plugging the Warwick German Corvette Double Buck 5-string bass into the Eden WTP600 World Tour Pro head and D410XLT cabinet for thunderous, yet articulate bass tone. The Warwick German Corvette Double Buck 5-string bass represents German instrument building at its finest. When we first pulled this bass out of its included, heavy-duty RockCase […]
2024 Headphones Buying Guide
2024 Headphones Buying Guide Find Your Perfect Pair Whether you’re a DJ, producer, performer, audiophile, or you just love having a soundtrack for your runs, commute or homework, our 2024 Headphones Buying Guide can help you find the perfect pair for your needs. Check out our guides below, watch our videos, learn the lingo, and […]
