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New guitar gear of the month: review round-up (June 2016)

By Guitarist, Total Guitar
published 2 June 2016

All of the latest guitar gear

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Scott Walker Electro

Scott Walker Electro

It's been a bumper month for our guitar team, as they got their hands on some truly exquisite new gear. We're talking everything from Martin acoustics to Marshall's CODE amps, via a treasure trove of pedals.

Here, we look at everything that appeared on MusicRadar in May, starting with this lush Scott Walker Electro.

MusicRadar's Verdict

“If you're in the market for something unique in looks and construction, and require a set of superbly original single-coil tones, Scott Walker's Electro has to be a contender.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Scott Walker Electro review

(Originally reviewed inGuitarist)

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Source Nemesis

Source Nemesis

MusicRadar's Verdict

“There's a lot to like about the Nemesis: it's easy to use, has a pedalboard-friendly footprint and features a wide range of very usable sounds – all with practical control options. One to try.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Source Nemesis review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Source Nemesis currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann

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Two Notes Le Clean

Two Notes Le Clean

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Fender flavour in a versatile package for direct recording or at the heart of your rig.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Two Notes Le Clean review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Two Notes Le Clean currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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TC Electronic BonaFide Buffer

TC Electronic BonaFide Buffer

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A no-brainer to transparently restore any tone lost through long cable runs.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: TC Electronic BonaFide Buffer review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: TC Electronic BonaFide Buffer currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Martin 000-17

Martin 000-17

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The new 17 Series might have austerity and no frills as a leitmotif, but these models are still capable of delivering some considerable tonal riches.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Martin 000-17 review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Martin 000-17 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Source Audio Gemini Chorus

Source Audio Gemini Chorus

MusicRadar's Verdict

“With comprehensive implementation delivered, chorus can have a life beyond Police covers!”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Source Audio Gemini Chorus review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Source Audio Gemini Chorus currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Full Compass

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TC Electronic SpectraComp

TC Electronic SpectraComp

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Offers balanced compression that'll keep the low-and high-end of the bass well sorted.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: TC Electronic SpectraComp review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: TC Electronic SpectraComp currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Two Notes Le Crunch

Two Notes Le Crunch

MusicRadar's Verdict

“If the overall concept of these pedals appeals, try this one for some British rock sounds.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Two Notes Le Crunch review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Two Notes Le Crunch currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Martin 00L-17

Martin 00L-17

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Martin build quality, combined with some truly great sounds, and volume that has to be heard to be believed.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Martin 00L-17 review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Martin 00L-17 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Zemaitis A24MF 60th Anniversary

Zemaitis A24MF 60th Anniversary

MusicRadar's Verdict

“This guitar is a serious investment, but if you've always hankered after a Z, these modern versions are the only way you'll get one.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Zemaitis A24MF 60th Anniversary review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Zemaitis A24MF 60th Anniversary currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Music Man Cutlass

Music Man Cutlass

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Modern? Yes. Classic? They deserve to be. Place your orders now!”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Music Man Cutlass review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Music Man Cutlass currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Thorpyfx Gunshot Overdrive

Thorpyfx Gunshot Overdrive

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A commanding, versatile hard-rock overdrive that thinks it's a hot-rod head.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Thorpyfx Gunshot Overdrive review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Thorpyfx Gunshot Overdrive currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Music Man Stingray

Music Man Stingray

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Don't be fooled by its subtle retro vibe in the looks department; this one can handle pretty much any style you fancy.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Music Man Stingray review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Music Man Stingray currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Höfner HCTVTHMOD Verythin Bigsby Mod

Höfner HCTVTHMOD Verythin Bigsby Mod

MusicRadar's Verdict

“If Mod's your bag, baby, then this is for you.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Höfner HCTVTHMOD Verythin Bigsby Mod review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Höfner HCTVTHMOD Verythin Bigsby Mod currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music

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Page 14 of 29
Two Notes Le Lead

Two Notes Le Lead

MusicRadar's Verdict

“High-gain sounds in a form factor that lends itself to a range of scenarios.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Two Notes Le Lead review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Two Notes Le Lead currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Martin 00-17S

Martin 00-17S

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Loads of good tone and power lurk within this diminutive wonder.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Martin 00-17S review

(Originally reviewed in

BUY: Martin 00-17S currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Washburn PX-Solar 160

Washburn PX-Solar 160

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A well-priced, well-made guitar that works a treat for metal tones.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Washburn PX-Solar 160 review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Washburn PX-Solar 160 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Gear4Music

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DigiTech Trio+

DigiTech Trio+

MusicRadar's Verdict

“This is truly a band in a box, and one that you can use live to boot.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: DigiTech Trio+ review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: DigiTech Trio+ currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Höfner HCTVTHUK Verythin Mahogany

Höfner HCTVTHUK Verythin Mahogany

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A tonally versatile guitar that delivers bang for your buck.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Höfner HCTVTHUK Verythin Mahogany review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Two Notes Le Bass

Two Notes Le Bass

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A practical pedal for bassists that can offer a range of tones for recording and live use.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Two Notes Le Bass review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Two Notes Le Bass currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Faith Venus Blood Moon

Faith Venus Blood Moon

MusicRadar's Verdict

“This is a robust strummer with a sensitive side for fingerstyle.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Faith Venus Blood Moon review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Faith Venus Blood Moon currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Dunlop John Petrucci Signature Cry Baby Wah

Dunlop John Petrucci Signature Cry Baby Wah

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A superb pedal that will do the job for Dream Theater fans and non-fans alike.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Dunlop John Petrucci Signature Cry Baby Wah review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Dunlop John Petrucci Signature Cry Baby Wah currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Jackson X Series Monarkh SCX

Jackson X Series Monarkh SCX

MusicRadar's Verdict

“An incredibly fun guitar to play, but one that isn't without its flaws.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Jackson X Series Monarkh SCX review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Jackson X Series Monarkh SCX currently available from:
US: Sweetwater

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Marshall CODE50

Marshall CODE50

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The CODE is packed with great tone. It's competitively priced, looks good, sounds great out of the box and it's ridiculously easy to use, even for a complete beginner.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Marshall CODE50 review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Marshall CODE50 currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Höfner HCT5008DC Verythin Bass

Höfner HCT5008DC Verythin Bass

MusicRadar's Verdict

“This bass is perfect for anyone looking for a retro tone machine that keeps them coming back for more. Just like Macca.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Höfner HCT5008DC Verythin Bass review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Höfner HCT5008DC Verythin Bass currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music

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Peavey Classic 50 212

Peavey Classic 50 212

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The build quality, features and above all the sound make the Classic range good value for money.”

3 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Peavey Classic 50 212 review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Peavey Classic 50 212 currently available from:
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Supro 1695T Black Magick

Supro 1695T Black Magick

MusicRadar's Verdict

“If Jimmy Page gets his hands on this new Black Magick, there's a chance the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame will get to keep his original Supro a wee bit longer.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Supro 1695T Black Magick review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Supro 1695T Black Magick currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Peavey Delta Blues 15

Peavey Delta Blues 15

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Aimed at the working musician, the Delta is made to look good, sound good and keep going with minimal attention.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Peavey Delta Blues 15 review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Peavey Delta Blues 15 currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Backstar Fly 3 Bass

Backstar Fly 3 Bass

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A mighty amp in a tiny package.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Backstar Fly 3 Bass review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Backstar Fly 3 Bass currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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