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

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By MusicRadar ( Guitarist, Total Guitar ) published 4 June 2019

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The summer months are here, so it seems appropriate that we've been treated to a red hot batch of guitar gear recently.

Here, we take a look at the guitars and pedals reviewed on the site in the month of May. We start with the Shergold Provocateur SP01-SD.

MusicRadar's verdict:

“This is a classy guitar with an eye on budget that feels, plays and sounds anything but.”

FULL REVIEW:  Shergold Provocateur SP01-SD

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 1 of 13
Zoom G1X Four

Zoom G1X Four

MusicRadar's verdict:

“With its latest effort, Zoom has ensured it's still the first name in multi-effects pedals for beginners.”

FULL REVIEW: Zoom G1X Four

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 2 of 13
Page 2 of 13
Mad Professor Loud‘n Proud

Mad Professor Loud‘n Proud

MusicRadar's verdict:

“If you covet that vintage Marshall sound but don’t possess the real thing, the Loud’n Proud is an ideal way to get it into your signal chain.”

FULL REVIEW: Mad Professor Loud‘n Proud

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 3 of 13
Keeley Eddie Heinzelman Signature Vibe o Verb Workstation

Keeley Eddie Heinzelman Signature Vibe o Verb Workstation

MusicRadar's verdict:

“The perfect companion to add airiness to any amp without built-in reverb.”

FULL REVIEW: Keeley Eddie Heinzelman Signature Vibe o Verb Workstation

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 4 of 13
Page 4 of 13
Audient Sono

Audient Sono

MusicRadar's verdict:

“The Sono is a one-stop shop for recording guitarists in any scenario.”

FULL REVIEW: Audient Sono

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 5 of 13
Page 5 of 13
Gretsch G5655TG Electromatic Center Block Jr

Gretsch G5655TG Electromatic Center Block Jr

MusicRadar's verdict:

“What’s not to love? There’s every chance our little orange crush could be your next big squeeze.”

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G5655TG Electromatic Center Block Jr

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 6 of 13
Page 6 of 13
Shergold Provocateur SP02-SD

Shergold Provocateur SP02-SD

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A classy guitar that covers an array of styles.”

FULL REVIEW: Shergold Provocateur SP02-SD

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 7 of 13
Page 7 of 13
Taylor 317E Grand Pacific

Taylor 317E Grand Pacific

MusicRadar's verdict:

“The Grand Pacific redefines the Taylor formula with a sweet style and voice.”

FULL REVIEW: Taylor 317E Grand Pacific

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 8 of 13
Wampler Fuzzstration

Wampler Fuzzstration

MusicRadar's verdict:

“This is a pedal that revels in plenty of pizzaz while ticking the (fuzz) boxes of many.”

FULL REVIEW: Wampler Fuzzstration

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 9 of 13
Page 9 of 13
Gretsch G2420 Streamliner Hollow Body 2019

Gretsch G2420 Streamliner Hollow Body 2019

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Somehow, Gretsch has made the already incredible Streamliners even better.”

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G2420 Streamliner Hollow Body 2019

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 10 of 13
Pigtronix Resotron Tracking Filter

Pigtronix Resotron Tracking Filter

MusicRadar's verdict:

“All the classic envelope filter sounds are here with plenty of nuanced variations, but there’s more for the bold to explore.”

FULL REVIEW: Pigtronix Resotron Tracking Filter

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 11 of 13
Strymon Volante Magnetic Echo Machine

Strymon Volante Magnetic Echo Machine

MusicRadar's verdict:

“A fantastic resource for vintage-style echoes.”

FULL REVIEW: Strymon Volante Magnetic Echo Machine

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 12 of 13
Martin 000-14 Sitka Top

Martin 000-14 Sitka Top

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Track this model down and try it yourself - you’ll be in for a treat.”

FULL REVIEW: Martin 000-14 Sitka Top

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 13 of 13
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