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New guitar gear of the month: review round-up (April 2017)

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By Acoustic, Guitarist, Total Guitar published 3 April 2017

All of the latest guitar gear

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Faith Nomad Mini-Saturn

Faith Nomad Mini-Saturn

Beautiful acoustics, crushing electrics, innovative pedals - yup, we’ve seen plenty of awesome gear this month.

Here, we take a look at all of the guitar gear that was reviewed on MusicRadar in March. We kick off with the Faith Nomad Mini-Saturn.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A fine choice of travel guitar, but not quite on the level of the all-mahogany version.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Faith Nomad Mini-Saturn

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Faith Nomad Mini-Neptune

Faith Nomad Mini-Neptune

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A superb little instrument that rivals the best in its class.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Faith Nomad Mini-Neptune

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Alhambra 2F

Alhambra 2F

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Good guitar for the money you pay and the quality of sound it has.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Alhambra 2F

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Admira F4

Admira F4

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The overall package - money, craftsmanship and sound. Superb.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Admira F4

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Camps M-5-S

Camps M-5-S

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A reliable guitar with a good sound.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Camps M-5-S

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Supro Jamesport

Supro Jamesport

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“With a raft of designs from the past to draw on, we suspect Supro is back for the long haul. We certainly hope so - we haven’t had as much fun as this for ages!”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Supro Jamesport

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Shergold Masquerader 1

Shergold Masquerader 1

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Patrick and his team have done a remarkable job of turning an ugly duckling into, if not quite a swan, a much more attractive bird with a rock-aimed boutique-y vibe.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shergold Masquerader 1

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Supro Westbury

Supro Westbury

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A well-constructed slice of retro solidbody.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Supro Westbury 

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Taylor 814CE DLX

Taylor 814CE DLX

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“The 814 is a guitar with a well-earned reputation, offering a wonderful playing experience across the fretboard.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Taylor 814CE DLX

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Shergold Masquerader 2

Shergold Masquerader 2

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“This guitar is built superbly with an unusual wood combination that further separates it from the host of alder or ash-bodied, maple-necked options out there.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shergold Masquerader 2

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Bogner Burnley

Bogner Burnley

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Dynamic, versatile... what more do you want?”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Bogner Burnley

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Friedman BE-OD

Friedman BE-OD

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“For £199, this pedal will let you in on one of rock’s best-kept secrets.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Friedman BE-OD

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Diezel VH4

Diezel VH4

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A stellar pedal that does exactly what it says on the tin.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Diezel VH4

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Supro Dual-Tone

Supro Dual-Tone

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“With a raft of designs from the past to draw on, we suspect Supro is back for the long haul. We certainly hope so - we haven’t had as much fun as this for ages!”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Supro Dual-Tone 

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent

Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“This beautifully-made guitar shows the danger of judging a book by its cover.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Ernie Ball Music Man St Vincent 

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Shergold Masquerader 3

Shergold Masquerader 3

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“This guitar feels very now, rather than a relic or reissue from a bygone age.”

4.5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Shergold Masquerader 3

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Gretsch G5435TG-BLK-LTD16 Electromatic Pro Jet

Gretsch G5435TG-BLK-LTD16 Electromatic Pro Jet

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“For the money, this guitar is a definite keeper, and one that could easily become your trademark guitar.”

5 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G5435TG-BLK-LTD16 Electromatic Pro Jet

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Supro Coronado II

Supro Coronado II

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A superb return that is well worth investigating.”

4 out of 5

FULL REVIEW: Supro Coronado II

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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