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

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By Guitarist magazine, Total Guitar ( Total Guitar, Guitarist ) published 2 August 2017

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LunaStone Big Fella

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)

Page 1 of 22
Page 1 of 22
Supro 1310 Tremolo

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)

Page 2 of 22
Page 2 of 22
LunaStone Wise Guy

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)

Page 3 of 22
Page 3 of 22
Ernie Ball Ambient Delay 

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)

Page 4 of 22
Page 4 of 22
Carl Martin Andy Timmons Compressor 

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)

Page 5 of 22
Page 5 of 22
Carl Martin Greg Howe Signature Lick Box

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)

Page 6 of 22
Page 6 of 22
Patrick James Eggle Macon Single Cut 

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)

Page 7 of 22
Page 7 of 22
Free The Tone AS-1R Ambi Space 

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)

Page 8 of 22
Page 8 of 22
Fender American Professional Telecaster Deluxe Shawbucker

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)

Page 9 of 22
Page 9 of 22
Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 2 HH

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)

Page 10 of 22
Page 10 of 22
Line 6 Helix LT

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)

Page 11 of 22
Page 11 of 22
Electro-Harmonix Canyon

Electro-Harmonix Canyon

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“A grand Canyon, indeed.”

FULL REVIEW: Electro-Harmonix Canyon

5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 12 of 22
Page 12 of 22
Martin D-16E

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)

Page 13 of 22
Page 13 of 22
Rivolta Combinata Deluxe Trem 

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)

Page 14 of 22
Page 14 of 22
Ibanez 850 Fuzz Mini

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)

Page 15 of 22
Page 15 of 22
Way Huge Conquistador Fuzzstortion 

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)

Page 16 of 22
Page 16 of 22
Fairfield Circuitry Unpleasant Surprise 

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)

Page 17 of 22
Page 17 of 22
Fender Mustang GT 40

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)

Page 18 of 22
Page 18 of 22
Vox MV50 Clean Head 

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)

Page 19 of 22
Page 19 of 22
Blackstar LT-Echo 10 

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)

Page 20 of 22
Page 20 of 22
Vox MV50 AC Head

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)

Page 21 of 22
Page 21 of 22
Vox MV50 Rock Head

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)

Page 22 of 22
Page 22 of 22
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