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

By Guitarist, Total Guitar
published 2 March 2016

The latest guitars, amps and pedals rated

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DigiTech Ventura Vibe

DigiTech Ventura Vibe

Our guitar team hasn't been able to decide what to play with next over the past few weeks, as all manner of sublime gear made its way into our office. We're talking everything from new pedals from DigiTech and Walrus Audio to a trio of lush new Gretschs.

Here, we take a look back at all of the guitar gear that was reviewed on the site in February. We start with the DigiTech Ventura Vibe...

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Ignore the joker on the box; the Ventura Vibe is a serious bit of kit.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: DigiTech Ventura Vibe review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: DigiTech Ventura Vibe currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater

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Walrus Audio Iron Horse

Walrus Audio Iron Horse

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Addictive, versatile and just plain fun. Don't look this horse's gifts in the mouth.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Walrus Audio Iron Horse review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Walrus Audio Iron Horse currently available from:
UK: Thomann

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Van Weelden Royal Overdrive

Van Weelden Royal Overdrive

MusicRadar's Verdict

“As you might expect for nearly £500, this is one excellent 'always on' pedal that offers a classy tonal foundation, whatever your rig.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Van Weelden Royal Overdrive review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Van Weelden Royal Overdrive currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Red Witch Zeus Bass Fuzz Suboctave

Red Witch Zeus Bass Fuzz Suboctave

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Sturdily constructed and easy to use, this top-quality pedal sounds fantastic whether you select one or both effects.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Red Witch Zeus Bass Fuzz Suboctave review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Red Witch Zeus Bass Fuzz Suboctave currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater

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Gretsch G2420T Streamliner

Gretsch G2420T Streamliner

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The deep hollowbody G2420T is hugely evocative and perfect for lower-volume older styles.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G2420T Streamliner review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Gretsch G2420T Streamliner currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Atomic AmpliFire

Atomic AmpliFire

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The AmpliFire lends itself to headphone-connected practice and might provide instant rock-in-a-box sounds for recording, too, as well as possible scope for live work.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Atomic AmpliFire review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Atomic AmpliFire currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Taylor 562CE-TF 12-String

Taylor 562CE-TF 12-String

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Taylor's new 12-strings are something to get excited about – they'll be in the shops this February, and so if a new 12-string is in your sights, seek one out!”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Taylor 562CE-TF 12-String review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Anderwood Authentic Series C.1927 Style 3

Anderwood Authentic Series C.1927 Style 3

MusicRadar's Verdict

“This is one of those guitars that will likely stay with its owner for a lifetime: a serious, elegant guitar for a Weissy or lap-style player in search of real authenticity.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Anderwood Authentic Series C.1927 Style 3 review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Neunaber Wet Stereo Reverb

Neunaber Wet Stereo Reverb

MusicRadar's Verdict

“An easy-to-use reverb pedal with a natural illusion of space that suits guitar tones.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Neunaber Wet Stereo Reverb review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Neunaber Wet Stereo Reverb currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Neunaber Seraphim Stereo Shimmer

Neunaber Seraphim Stereo Shimmer

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Delivers lovely shimmery backgrounds – not an effect for everyone, but you get straight reverb, too.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Neunaber Seraphim Stereo Shimmer review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Neunaber Seraphim Stereo Shimmer currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Neunaber Echelon Stereo Echo

Neunaber Echelon Stereo Echo

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A very practical delay pedal that does its own thing with real character.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Neunaber Echelon Stereo Echo review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Neunaber Echelon Stereo Echo currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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Gretsch G2622 Streamliner

Gretsch G2622 Streamliner

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The G2622 might well be the bargain 'ES-335' we've all been waiting for.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G2622 Streamliner review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Gretsch G2622 Streamliner currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Movall Rock Highway

Movall Rock Highway

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A high-spec/low-cost pedal that's sure to get your creative motor running.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Movall Rock Highway review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Cornell Vintage Brown 10 Combo

Cornell Vintage Brown 10 Combo

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Considering the build quality, this amp is good value for money – it's built to last, with lots of old-school valve knowledge, from one of the world's top boutique names.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Cornell Vintage Brown 10 Combo review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Neunaber Chroma Stereo Chorus

Neunaber Chroma Stereo Chorus

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A musical chorus pedal with the option of becoming something else if you get fed up with chorus.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Neunaber Chroma Stereo Chorus review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Neunaber Chroma Stereo Chorus currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music

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T-Rex Replicator

T-Rex Replicator

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Here's the opportunity to own a real tape echo, endowed with a practical feature set in a compact stage-ready form.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: T-Rex Replicator review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: T-Rex Replicator currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Fender Bassbreaker 18/30 Combo

Fender Bassbreaker 18/30 Combo

MusicRadar's Verdict

“As a new alternative to existing 'Brit sound' choices, the Bassbreaker range has a lot going for it.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Fender Bassbreaker 18/30 Combo review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Fender Bassbreaker 18/30 Combo currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Taylor 858E 12-String

Taylor 858E 12-String

MusicRadar's Verdict

“The 858e's sparkling wall of sound will doubtless find a home in many players' hearts.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Taylor 858E 12-String review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Taylor 858E 12-String currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music
US: Sweetwater

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Patrick Eggle 25th Anniversary Berlin 24V

Patrick Eggle 25th Anniversary Berlin 24V

MusicRadar's Verdict

“A timely reminder that the UK still has a diverse and vibrant range of mainly custom guitar makers that might just have your name on.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Patrick Eggle 25th Anniversary Berlin 24V review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Boss PW-3 Wah

Boss PW-3 Wah

MusicRadar's Verdict

“Its footprint may be small but this little guy is punching way above its weight.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Boss PW-3 Wah review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

BUY: Boss PW-3 Wah currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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Juketone Blue Blood

Juketone Blue Blood

MusicRadar's Verdict

“It may not be the most versatile of combos, but with some of the better-known boutique Deluxe replicas selling for over three times as much, the Blue Blood is a bargain."

3 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Juketone Blue Blood review

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Gretsch G2655 Streamliner

Gretsch G2655 Streamliner

MusicRadar's Verdict

“With the G2655, you'll find a solidbody- sized centre-blocked semi that might be the most 'solid' sounding of the trio but will handle virtually any style.”

3.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G2655 Streamliner review

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

BUY: Gretsch G2655 Streamliner currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass

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