Ten Pedals, One Riff: Fuzz
Tone may be in the fingers, and composition may be the most important aspect of a great song, but could there be a correct pedal for a certain riff? That’s what the riff experts at zZounds are asking and why they’ve put together a video demoing one riff through ten different and distinct dirt pedals. […]
Our Top 3 Pedals For Shoegaze Tone
Bands like My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, and Lush built the guitar-based, wall-of-noise genre shoegaze into what is it today with their powerful tones. Now with more options than ever before, it’s easy to get lost in the mix of what you need to play a part in this incredible genre. That’s where zZounds experts come […]
Why Choose Epiphone Over Gibson?
Epiphone or Gibson? The age-old question debated by generations of guitarists — and now, the zZounds crew! In this video, we put the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Les Paul Custom and Gibson Les Paul Studio to the test to see which axe offers the best value for the everyday player. However, while both guitars aim […]
Gibson Warren Haynes Les Paul Standard Demo
Gibson teams up with Allman Brothers Band legend Warren Haynes for a signature Les Paul Standard crafted to capture his iconic classic rock sound. Hear the Gibson Warren Haynes Les Paul Standard for yourself in our video demo, shot at Gibson HQ! Related: Legends of Tone: The Allman Brothers Band We pay tribute to Duane […]
Learn 7 Blues Leads in 15 Minutes!
Continue your journey to blues mastery with this second lesson on the blues! In our first lesson, we covered the 12-Bar Blues progression (plus several variations) in 12 minutes. This time, watch as Justin demonstrates seven easy-to-learn blues lead licks that’ll add tons of flavor to your playing. Even if you don’t play blues, these […]
Achieve Streaming-Ready Sound in iZotope Ozone With These Three Tips
Mastering is that one essential job that every track needs and no one wants to do. The essential backbone of every professional mix that offers little flair. Vastly misunderstood and socially awkward, mastering is basically the “bass player” of your mix. What is Ozone 11? iZotope tries to take the mystery out of the process […]
Video: Gibson Cracks the Vault With the Firebird Platypus
Gibson cracks open the vault to unearth an early vision for the iconic Firebird with the Firebird Platypus. This unique rarity recreates the design elements that made the original 1960s model unique, bound to excite Gibson collectors and players alike. Experience the rockin’ attitude of the Gibson Firebird Platypus in our exclusive video demo! Mar […]
Master the 12-Bar Blues in 12 Minutes
Join zZounds for a detailed lesson on the 12-bar blues! Watch as Justin leads you through essential chord progressions and turnarounds that’ll have you sounding like a pro in no time. Learning the 12-bar blues offers players the opportunity to lay down a strong musical foundation upon which they can build new and interesting skills. […]
Creator Spotlight: Tefty Music Tech
Something of a Renaissance man on YouTube, Twitch, and in life, Tefty operates three channels, each with a different focus. There’s Tefty Music Tech, dedicated to gear reviews and instructional videos on using synths, samplers, and other recording tools. Then there’s Tefty & Meems, which features the music he and his wife create together. And […]
