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Interviewing John Scofield
When I first got the news we’d be hosting an interview with John Scofield for his upcoming Ibanez signature guitar releases, I had a mild freakout…and that’s putting it lightly. Scofield has been one of my major influences on guitar and has certainly shaped my own improvisations and compositions (plenty of hours were spent by candlelight […]
Darryl Jones on Playing with The Rolling Stones, Miles Davis, and More
This Thursday, we’re throwing back to our 2013 interview with Darryl Jones, touring bassist with the Rolling Stones. In case you haven’t heard, the Stones are kicking off their 2015 ZIP CODE tour on Sunday in San Diego. If you’re lucky enough to get tickets, you’ll probably spot Darryl onstage, keeping the groove as he has since […]
J. Rockett Audio Pedals Soundcheck Demo
J. Rockett Audio makes a slew of overdrive and effects pedals, each with its own voice and character. zZounds Lead Guitarist Justin recently tested out seven of their newest offerings: the Archer, Blue Note, Animal, Mark Sampson MAX, Guthrie Trapp overdrives, plus the Alien Echo and Josh Smith Dual Tremolo. Check out the playlist above for an overview […]
Andy Powers on Taylor Guitars’ 600 Series
We visited Taylor Guitars in El Cajon, California last summer and sat down with Master Luthier Andy Powers, who shared with us the completely revamped 600 Series and the philosophy behind building a better maple guitar. Want to know more? Check out our exclusive Taylor 600 Series Guide for even more insight into these incredible acoustics!
Interview with John 5
Today, we’re throwing back to our interview with John 5 from September 2014. As a guitarist for acts as diverse Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and David Lee Roth, John Lowery has crossed the lines of convention time and again. We discussed his country roots and how they’ve informed his current western-shred solo work, his fascination […]
Interview With Chris Martin IV
Chris Martin IV, Chairman and CEO of Martin Guitars, discusses his passion for guitar building in this exclusive zZounds video interview. Shop Martin at zZounds >>
Bob Taylor and the Story of Ebony
From compact Baby Taylors up through the 900 and Presentation series, every Taylor guitar uses ebony for its fretboard. Sturdy, musical, and exquisitely beautiful, ebony is an ideal wood for fretboard construction. As is the case with many tonewoods, however, the world’s supply of ebony is dwindling. The forests of Madagascar have been closed to […]
