Cory Wong x Electro-Voice | Building a Guitar Modeling Rig for Stage & Studio

Описание: On Thursday, September 26, 2025, GRAMMY-nominated guitarist, producer, and bandleader Cory Wong joined us live from Guitar Center Hollywood for a special event presented in collaboration with Electro-Voice.

In this performance and Q&A session, Cory walked through how he’s crafting a guitar modeling rig for both stage and studio, blending modern technology with his unmistakable rhythmic precision and clean-tone aesthetic. He demonstrated how he integrates Electro-Voice loudspeakers and monitoring systems into his setup, shared his approach to tone shaping, and performed selections from his catalog — including “Airplane Mode.”

The conversation also covered Cory’s creative process, performance philosophy, early influences, and advice for emerging guitarists pursuing innovation in tone and technique.

Check out the gear that Cory used in the stream:

Electro-Voice ZLX-8 2-Way Passive Loudspeaker:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Electro-...

Electro-Voice EVOLVE 30M Portable Line Array PA System:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Electro-...

Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 Weatherized Battery-Powered Loudspeaker With Bluetooth:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Electro-...

Electro-Voice PXM-12MP Powered Coaxial Monitor:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Electro-...

Electro-Voice RE520 Condenser Supercardioid Vocal Microphone:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Electro-...

Cory Wong Signature Fender Stratocaster:
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Fender/C...

Chapters
02:38 - Intro with Cory Wong and Steve from Guitar Center
04:42 - A Rundown of the Different Signal Paths that Cory Is Working With
07:25 - Cory Wong’s Take on Innovation and Being Open to Trying New Things
09:17 - How Cory Wong Integrates Electro-Voice ZLX-8’s Into His Live Modeling Rig
12:32 - Cory Wong Demonstrates His Live Modeling Rig
14:20 - Cory A/B Tests His Rig Through an Amp vs. Through EV’s ZLX-8 Speakers
18:12 - Cory’s Philosophy on the “Foot-on-Monitor” Solo Stance
19:36 - What’s in Cory Wong’s Monitor Mix in a Live Setting?
21:48 - Cory Wong on the Importance of Active Listening
23:30 - Cory’s Take on the Beauty of a Dry, Clean Guitar Signal
26:05 - On Using Picking Dynamics to Craft Your Tone
29:22 - What Was Cory Wong’s First Guitar and Rig?
32:20 - Cory’s Early Lessons as a Guitarist
34:11 - Cory Wong’s Early Influences as a Young Musician
38:20 - How Cory Developed His Sense of Time and Rhythm
43:22 - Cory on His Inclination to Share His Knowledge With Others
47:08 - Cory Wong On the Universal Qualities of Good Musical Collaborators
52:49 - How Cory Compares Everyday Products to Serve Natural Curiosities
54:40 - The Development of Cory’s On-Board Preset on the Electro-Voice EVOLVE 30 PA system
56:21 - How Cory Uses the Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 in His Everyday Life
57:51 - Cory Wong on His Current Practice Routine
1:02:09 - Cory Playing Through the Electro-Voice EVOLVE 30 PA system
1:07:30 - On How Playing Through the EVOLVE 30’s Compares to a Combo Amp
1:09:43 - Cory Wong Discusses His Rhythmic Approach
01:13:50 - Cory Wong Plays “Airplane Mode” Live at Guitar Center Hollywood
01:18:55 - Cory’s Favorite EQ Pedal
01:20:45 - Cory’s Take on Gain Staging and His Lead Tone
01:24:35 - On the Difference in Feel Between Playing Through an Amplifier and Going Direct Into a PA system
01:28:09 - Cory’s Current Musical Influences
01:29:42 - Cory’s Predictions for the Future of the Music Industry
01:32:15 - Cory Wong’s Advice for Young Players
01:34:54 - Cory Wong’s Top Gear Picks: $20, $200 and Unlimited $
01:38:35 - Outro