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This Week’s Top 10 Used Guitars At The Zoo Posted on 1 Oct 15:09

Every week we’ll be listing our favorite guitars and basses in our inventory. From custom models to rare finds you’ve never heard of, we’ve always got something new and interesting showing up in our pre-owned guitars section! Scroll down to see our top ten picks from this week! Click the links below the photos to see full […]

Pitch Key Allows Quick Alternate Tuning Changes On Guitar Posted on 1 Oct 11:54

For players who are constantly drop-tuning, and/or switching between alternate tunings frequently, this simple but clever device allows for you to switch between two preset tunings with one turn of a knob! Watch the video above to see it in action! The Pitch-Key is capable of de-tuning and re-tuning the string very accurately but it […]

Collector’s Choice #33 Jeff Hanna 1960 Les Paul Standard Posted on 30 Sep 12:13

This 1960 Jeff Hanna Les Paul Standard is another awesome piece to roll in as a part of Gibson Custom’s “Collector’s Choice” line. For those who don’t know, the Collector’s Choice series comes straight from the Gibson Custom Shop, where Gibson takes a great vintage guitar—whether it be celebrity owned or a rare, all-original piece—and through the marvels […]

Legendary Pedalboard Builder Bob Bradshaw Talks About MXR Pedals Posted on 29 Sep 10:57

As a kid growing up in a small town in Florida, Bob Bradshaw planted himself right in the front row at rock concerts, and always made sure he had the best stereo in the neighborhood. He taught himself the ins and outs of audio gear by laying his hands on every book or article he […]

Taylor Limited Edition Models Coming To The Zoo Posted on 28 Sep 15:39

Every once in a while, our friends at Taylor Guitars will craft special runs of limited edition guitars, and we’re proud to announce that another batch is on it’s way to The Zoo. Comprised of the 322ce, 314ce, and K16, these select limited models offer customers premium guitars with unique aesthetic appeal, and may be inspired by any […]

Fender Custom Shop Roasted Guitars Now At The Zoo Posted on 24 Sep 13:58

  Looking for a Strat or Tele with a unique touch? Well, we’ve got a few that satisfy those looking for a vintage strat style and modern materials, but with the added quality of a roasted body and neck! This process eliminates excess moisture and sugars for rock-solid stability and extra punchy tones. An added bonus of the cooking […]

TesseracT Releases New Album “Polaris” Via Online Stream Posted on 17 Sep 12:43

If you haven’t heard the works of Tesseract yet, now is a great time to start, as the band has just made their fifth album available through Kscope. Known for their tight grooves, dynamic vocals, and creative concepts, Tesseract has established themselves as a powerful force in progressive music. “Polaris”, their most recent release is an […]

Guthrie Govan Discussess His Signature Charvel Guitar Posted on 17 Sep 10:25

Watch Guthrie Govan discuss the process of developing his ever-popularizing Charvel San Dimas Signature model. We’ve played the guitar a few times, and it’s no surprise to us that building this guitar was no easy task. Have a look at Guthrie’s take on the guitar in the video above, and then click below to see it on […]

Guitarists To Know: Allen Hinds Posted on 16 Sep 12:28

Written by: Walter Bryant We all know the guitar is a very unique instrument. With it’s ability to convey a players unique playing nuances, it’s pretty easy to decipher between players using just our ears. With that said, it’s always refreshing to hear players that have a firm grasp over the dynamics of their sound. One of […]

The Music Zoo Demos The Jim Kelley Combo Amplifier Posted on 15 Sep 11:03

The Jim Kelley 1×12 Combo Amplifier is the perfect amp for anyone looking for a raw, natural sound. With smooth tone across the spectrum, an on-board spring reverb, and simple controls, the Jim Kelley is surely one of our favorites at The Zoo. Watch the demo video above to get a sample of a few tones you can […]