New guitar gear of the month: review round-up (August 2017)
LunaStone Big Fella
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A robust, natural-sounding drive/distortion suited for rock but versatile enough for other styles.”
FULL REVIEW: LunaStone Big Fella
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Supro 1310 Tremolo
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Two classic US amp-style trems in one pedal with optional valve-like grit.”
FULL REVIEW: Supro 1310 Tremolo
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
LunaStone Wise Guy
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A naturally touch-sensitive overdrive and boost that will get your amp cooking.”
FULL REVIEW: LunaStone Wise Guy
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Ernie Ball Ambient Delay
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Provided you’ve got the loot, this is a superb one-stop ambience shop.”
FULL REVIEW: Ernie Ball Ambient Delay
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Carl Martin Andy Timmons Compressor
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A smart idea for your ’board in a user-friendly format.”
FULL REVIEW: Carl Martin Andy Timmons Compressor
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Carl Martin Greg Howe Signature Lick Box
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“If the channel voicings suit your sonic ambitions, there’s plenty of drive/distortion placed practicality all in one box here. Neat.”
FULL REVIEW: Carl Martin Greg Howe Signature Lick Box
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Patrick James Eggle Macon Single Cut
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A flawless, stunning guitar!”
FULL REVIEW: Patrick James Eggle Macon Single Cut
5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Free The Tone AS-1R Ambi Space
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A superb studio-quality reverb.”
FULL REVIEW: Free The Tone AS-1R Ambi Space
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Fender American Professional Telecaster Deluxe Shawbucker
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Old-school has just gone very mainstream.”
FULL REVIEW: Fender American Professional Telecaster Deluxe Shawbucker
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 2 HH
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A superb guitar that will please Gojira fans and non-fans alike.”
FULL REVIEW: Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 2 HH
5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Line 6 Helix LT
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“If you’ve been tempted by this type of high-end unit but put off by the price, Line 6 has just made it easier for you.”
FULL REVIEW: Line 6 Helix LT
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Electro-Harmonix Canyon
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A grand Canyon, indeed.”
FULL REVIEW: Electro-Harmonix Canyon
5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Martin D-16E
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“The player-friendly depth and richer balance to the character proves an addictive combination.”
FULL REVIEW: Martin D-16E
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Rivolta Combinata Deluxe Trem
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“It’s not a cheap-as-chips impulse buy, but for any player drawing on 50s and 60s tones - and quite a bit more - with a matching aesthetic, we’d recommend auditioning this piece.”
FULL REVIEW: Rivolta Combinata Deluxe Trem
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Ibanez 850 Fuzz Mini
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Sometimes the best things do come in small packages.”
FULL REVIEW: Ibanez 850 Fuzz Mini
5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Way Huge Conquistador Fuzzstortion
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Well worth a look if you’re after epic fuzz.”
FULL REVIEW: Way Huge Conquistador Fuzzstortion
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Fairfield Circuitry Unpleasant Surprise
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A well built pedal that’s also loads of fun.”
FULL REVIEW: Fairfield Circuitry Unpleasant Surprise
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Fender Mustang GT 40
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“The price for all this power is almost too good to be true - these will fly off the shelf.”
FULL REVIEW: Fender Mustang GT 40
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Vox MV50 Clean Head
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“A credible step into the future and proof that, after over half a century, the Vox spirit of innovation is still very much alive.”
FULL REVIEW: Vox MV50 Clean Head
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Blackstar LT-Echo 10
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“At such an affordable price it’s hard not to like the LT-Echo 10.”
FULL REVIEW: Blackstar LT-Echo 10
4 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)
Vox MV50 AC Head
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“From beginner to pro, the 6P1-powered MV50 could very well turn out to be a game-changer.”
FULL REVIEW: Vox MV50 AC Head
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
Vox MV50 Rock Head
MusicRadar’s verdict:
“Superb innovation from Vox.”
FULL REVIEW: Vox MV50 Rock Head
4.5 out of 5
(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)
