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Where to Start a Pedalboard: 7 First Pedals Under $150
When starting a rig or pedalboard from scratch, the range of pedall options can feel immense. To help get you started, here are some choices of pedals under $150 that build a solid foundation and give tons of value.
LsL: The Boutique Builders Vintage Guitar Fans Should Know
If you can't get your dream vintage guitar, then build it! That's the foundation on which Lance and Lisa S. Lerman built their boutique vintage-inspired guitar company. Learn more about LsL in our video!
From a weekend warrior guitar rig to handy studio mics, headphones, and more, we've assembled this All-Star Gear with some of the best reviewed gear under $200!
"zZounds makes it VERY easy to get the gear you've always wanted. The monthly payment plans are awesome and I've been able to build my studio, piece by piece, over 3 years. My studio is incredible and so much fun. Their customer support is outstanding as well. Never had an issue."
May 10, 2026
Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects
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Where to Start a Pedalboard: 7 First Pedals Under $150
When starting a rig or pedalboard from scratch, the range of pedall options can feel immense. To help get you started, here are some choices of pedals under $150 that build a solid foundation and give tons of value.
LsL: The Boutique Builders Vintage Guitar Fans Should Know
If you can't get your dream vintage guitar, then build it! That's the foundation on which Lance and Lisa S. Lerman built their boutique vintage-inspired guitar company. Learn more about LsL in our video!
From a weekend warrior guitar rig to handy studio mics, headphones, and more, we've assembled this All-Star Gear with some of the best reviewed gear under $200!
Bassists wanted! If you play this most in-demand of instruments, you'll find everything you need for your rig at zZounds. Check out our Bass Buying Guide to see our top 4-string and 5-string electric basses from Fender, Ibanez, Ernie Ball Music Man, and many more.
Need an amp? zZounds carries bass amplifiers from Ampeg, Orange, and more, as well as pedals and multi-effects processors from the likes of Darkglass and Electro-Harmonix.
If you're just getting started on the bass guitar -- or if you're shopping for someone who is -- zZounds' Beginner's Gear Guide for Bass will walk you through our recommendations for entry-level gear, including basses for beginners, affordable practice amps, and all-in-one bass packages with accessories like cables, tuners, strings and straps. Call our Gear Experts now for help with your purchase: 800-460-8089.
