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  1. Guitars

New guitar gear of the month: review round-up (July 2013)

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By The MusicRadar Team published 1 July 2013

All of the guitars, amps and effects reviewed during June

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Crazy Tube Circuits Ziggy

Crazy Tube Circuits Ziggy

Guitarist, Computer Music, Total Guitar, Rhythm and Future Music are all MusicRadar's sister magazines and every month they review the latest music-making gear.

In this gallery we've brought together every guitar, amp, pedal, recorder and interface review published in the last month.

All the gear on show here was originally reviewed in Guitarist issue 369, Total Guitar issue 242, or by MusicRadar's own reviews team.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"An overdrive with distinct character - try it if you fancy some 60s Brit amp tone."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Crazy Tube Circuits Ziggy review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 1 of 25
Page 1 of 25
Gibson Les Paul '50s Tribute

Gibson Les Paul '50s Tribute

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Self-tuning naysayers should investigate the Grover-equipped versions of the Tribute series, but we urge the more pragmatic among you to give the Min-ETune a spin!"

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gibson Les Paul '50s Tribute review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Gibson Les Paul '50s Tribute currently available from:
UK: DV247

Page 2 of 25
Page 2 of 25
Orange Custom Shop 50

Orange Custom Shop 50

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The most satisfying straight-up 50-watt classic rock head we've played in decades. Good value for what it is, too."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Orange Custom Shop 50 review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Orange Custom Shop 50 currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

Page 3 of 25
Page 3 of 25
Ibanez UV70P

Ibanez UV70P

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A must for Vai fans, the UV will effortlessly transport you back to the early 90s. Multi-coloured version next, please, Ibanez."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Ibanez UV70P review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Ibanez UV70P currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

Page 4 of 25
Page 4 of 25
LR Baggs Lyric

LR Baggs Lyric

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Beautifully designed bridge-plate microphone that might just change your perception of how good an onboard acoustic pickup can sound."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: LR Baggs Lyric review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: LR Baggs Lyric currently available from:
UK: Thomann | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

Page 5 of 25
Page 5 of 25
Roland CUBE Lite

Roland CUBE Lite

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Neat little practice amp that will fit nicely into the domestic environment and let you plug in and play whenever you desire."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Roland CUBE Lite review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Roland CUBE Lite currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

Page 6 of 25
Page 6 of 25
Crazy Tube Circuits Starlight

Crazy Tube Circuits Starlight

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Responsive distortion with loads of sustain - just lovely!"

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Crazy Tube Circuits Starlight review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 7 of 25
Page 7 of 25
LTD EC-1000 EverTune

LTD EC-1000 EverTune

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"EverTune actually works, increasing the musicality of you and your guitar at a stroke."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: LTD EC-1000 EverTune review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: LTD EC-1000 EverTune currently available from:
UK: Andertons | Thomann
US: Sweetwater

Page 8 of 25
Page 8 of 25
Gibson SG '60s Tribute

Gibson SG '60s Tribute

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The truly massive potential of the Min-ETune technology notwithstanding, this guitar sounds very good indeed. Difficult to fault for the price."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gibson SG '60s Tribute review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Gibson SG '60s Tribute currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247

Page 9 of 25
Page 9 of 25
Vintage V10004B

Vintage V10004B

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A fine bass that looks and sounds much more expensive than its price suggests."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Vintage V10004B review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Vintage V10004B currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music

Page 10 of 25
Page 10 of 25
Cort Sunset I

Cort Sunset I

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"This interpretation of an unusual Gretsch original offers some great sounds plus retro- orientated originality."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cort Sunset I review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 11 of 25
Page 11 of 25
TC Electronic TonePrint Editor

TC Electronic TonePrint Editor

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A useful facility for TonePrint pedals owners, and capable of some very creative work."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: TC Electronic TonePrint Editor review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 12 of 25
Page 12 of 25
Ibanez JS24P

Ibanez JS24P

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Very close to Satch's own JS2400, this is a solid and well-priced version of a classic Ibanez."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Ibanez JS24P review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Ibanez JS24P currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

Page 13 of 25
Page 13 of 25
PRS SE Angelus Custom

PRS SE Angelus Custom

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A fine modern electro that's a great place for a PRS player to start their acoustic search."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: PRS SE Angelus Custom review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 14 of 25
Page 14 of 25
LR Baggs M80

LR Baggs M80

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Beautifully designed bridge-plate microphone that might just change your perception of how good an onboard acoustic pickup can sound."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: LR Baggs M80 review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: LR Baggs M80 currently available from:
UK: DV247

Page 15 of 25
Page 15 of 25
Moonphase Moondriver

Moonphase Moondriver

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Genuinely different, custom- built and good value, the Moondriver retains the ProCo RAT's brattier, hooligan-like character, but goes way beyond in tonal versatility."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Moonphase Moondriver review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 16 of 25
Page 16 of 25
Crazy Tube Circuits Splash mkII

Crazy Tube Circuits Splash mkII

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Excellent reverb that sounds tailor-made for guitar in a small footprint - what's not to like?"

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Crazy Tube Circuits Splash mkII review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 17 of 25
Page 17 of 25
Sonuus Wahoo

Sonuus Wahoo

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"It's not cheap, but if you're looking for lots of wah, filter and related sounds in a single pedal, the Wahoo has enormous sonic potential."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sonuus Wahoo review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Sonuus Wahoo currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater

Page 18 of 25
Page 18 of 25
Gibson 2013 Les Paul Studio

Gibson 2013 Les Paul Studio

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Ironically, given it's the 2013 model, the Les Paul Studio feels a little bit dated. Fortunately, the real talking point here is the Min-ETune functionality."

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gibson 2013 Les Paul Studio review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Gibson 2013 Les Paul Studio currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247

Page 19 of 25
Page 19 of 25
LTD M-17

LTD M-17

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"You might want to replace the pickups with an aftermarket set, but the fact that you can buy a seven-string of this quality for this price demonstrates the instrument's unstoppable rise from niche creation to mainstream acceptance - and if that means more guitars like this, that's fine by us."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: LTD M-17 review

(Reviewed in Total Guitar issue 242)

Page 20 of 25
Page 20 of 25
Cort Yorktown-BV

Cort Yorktown-BV

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A good value archtop that combines Gretsch-inspired looks with Gibson-style components and performance."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cort Yorktown-BV review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 21 of 25
Page 21 of 25
Ibanez AT10P

Ibanez AT10P

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The traditional looks may attract floating Ibanez voters. It sounds great and plays wonderfully well."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Ibanez AT10P review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

BUY: Ibanez AT10P currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater

Page 22 of 25
Page 22 of 25
Sonic Edge J&J Overdrive

Sonic Edge J&J Overdrive

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"The J&J's transparent tone and excellent touch sensitivity make it a perfect partner for any non-master amp when a bit more drive is needed."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Sonic Edge J&J Overdrive review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 23 of 25
Page 23 of 25
Crazy Tube Circuits Vyagra Boost

Crazy Tube Circuits Vyagra Boost

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"A versatile booster - stomp hard and stiffen your tone."

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Crazy Tube Circuits Vyagra Boost review

(Reviewed in Guitarist issue 369)

Page 24 of 25
Page 24 of 25
Peavey Composer

Peavey Composer

MusicRadar’s verdict:

"Do you need one? Well, especially for the electric player who's after a travel companion, there are worse guitars out there. For straight acoustic use, we might look elsewhere, but give it a little love and this lil' Composer soon becomes rather endearing."

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Peavey Composer review

(Reviewed in Total Guitar issue 242)

Page 25 of 25
Page 25 of 25
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