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New guitar gear of the month: review round-up (July 2019)

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By Guitarist, Total Guitar published 1 July 2019

All of the latest guitar gear

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Another month, and another haul of stunning gear has passed through MusicRadar HQ.

Here, we’re taking a digested look at all of the guitar products reviewed on the site in the month of June.

We start with the Blade RH-4 Classic 30th Anniversary DMG.

MusicRadar's verdict:

“This Blade remains a very sharp tool and you certainly don’t have to be an 80s revivalist to enjoy it.”

FULL REVIEW: Blade RH-4 Classic 30th Anniversary DMG

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 1 of 11
PRS CE 24 Semi-Hollow

PRS CE 24 Semi-Hollow

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A faultless performance.”

FULL REVIEW: PRS CE 24 Semi-Hollow

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 2 of 11
Page 2 of 11
Kauer Starliner Express

Kauer Starliner Express

MusicRadar's verdict:

“This is a simple electric guitar that is solely centred on sound with a very original yet familiar style.”

FULL REVIEW: Kauer Starliner Express

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 3 of 11
Orange Pedal Baby 100

Orange Pedal Baby 100

MusicRadar's verdict:

“If pedals or multi-effects are your thing, the Pedal Baby 100 could be just what you need to bring them to life, and at a tempting price, too.”

FULL REVIEW: Orange Pedal Baby 100

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 4 of 11
Martin 000-14 Fret Mahogany Top

Martin 000-14 Fret Mahogany Top

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Martin’s Custom Shop has managed to surprise us once again with this triple-0 instrument.”

FULL REVIEW: Martin 000-14 Fret Mahogany Top

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 5 of 11
Sheeran By Lowden S02

Sheeran By Lowden S02

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A bold new venture with a sonic performance to match, particularly when plugged in.”

FULL REVIEW: Sheeran By Lowden S02

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 6 of 11
Sheeran By Lowden W02

Sheeran By Lowden W02

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A surprising and bold new chapter for Sheeran and Lowden, bringing the luthier’s superlative design skills to a new market.”

FULL REVIEW: Sheeran By Lowden W02

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 7 of 11
Brantone Electronics Vintage Tweed

Brantone Electronics Vintage Tweed

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A classy source of rich low-to-medium-gain drive and a neat way to get some vintage Fender Tweed tone from your own amp.”

FULL REVIEW: Brantone Electronics Vintage Tweed

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 8 of 11
Walrus Audio Slö Multi Texture Reverb

Walrus Audio Slö Multi Texture Reverb

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Ideal for players who want the option of deep ambience in their signal chain without using up a massive chunk of ’board space.”

FULL REVIEW: Walrus Audio Slö Multi Texture Reverb

4.5 out of 5

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Page 9 of 11
Finlayson D-5CE

Finlayson D-5CE

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Killer playability from this newbie.”

FULL REVIEW: Finlayson D-5CE

4 out of 5

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Page 10 of 11
Dunlop Siete Santos Octave Fuzz

Dunlop Siete Santos Octave Fuzz

MusicRadar's verdict:

“ZZ Top fans will love it anyway, but there’s plenty here for anyone who wants to get down, dirty and downright nasty with their fuzz tones.”

FULL REVIEW: Dunlop Siete Santos Octave Fuzz 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 11 of 11
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