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  1. Guitars

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

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By Guitarist magazine, Total Guitar, Acoustic ( Guitarist, Total Guitar, Acoustic Magazine ) published 17 October 2017

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Fender Paramount PM-3 Standard Triple-0 All-Mahogany

Fender Paramount PM-3 Standard Triple-0 All-Mahogany

Guitars were very much the stars on MusicRadar last month, along with a few excellent pedals, natch.

Here, we take a digested look at everything from guitar land that we reviewed on the site during the month of September. We start with a stunning acoustic from Fender.

MusicRadar’s verdict: 

“With the PM-3, Fender is serious about acoustics and it’s reaping rewards for us players.”

FULL REVIEW: Fender Paramount PM-3 Standard Triple-0 All-Mahogany 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Gretsch G6659TG Players Edition Broadkaster Jr

Gretsch G6659TG Players Edition Broadkaster Jr

MusicRadar's verdict:

“Gretsch is determined to shake the ‘for rockabilly only’ vibe of its instruments, and we think the Players Edition Centre Block series is set to do just that.”

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch G6659TG Players Edition Broadkaster Jr

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 2 of 19
John Page Classic Ashburn Special

John Page Classic Ashburn Special

MusicRadar's verdict:

“The Special is aptly named and, for us, has that little extra ‘something’ about it, a rather beautiful modern take on classic vintage tone.”

FULL REVIEW: John Page Classic Ashburn Special 

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 3 of 19
Art & Lutherie Roadhouse Tennessee Red

Art & Lutherie Roadhouse Tennessee Red

MusicRadar's verdict:

"It’s got attack, projection, volume, character and style. And it’s only a parlour."

FULL REVIEW: Art & Lutherie Roadhouse Tennessee Red 

5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Page 4 of 19
Gretsch Rancher Falcon Jumbo

Gretsch Rancher Falcon Jumbo

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A lot of guitar for not a lot of cash; worth plenty of your attention."

FULL REVIEW: Gretsch Rancher Falcon Jumbo 

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Page 5 of 19
Kahua KA-21, KA-24 And KA-26 Ukuleles

Kahua KA-21, KA-24 And KA-26 Ukuleles

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Perfect for mid-level players; a touch pricey for newbies."

FULL REVIEW: Kahua KA-21, KA-24 And KA-26 Ukuleles

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Page 6 of 19
Seagull Coastline Momentum A/E HG

Seagull Coastline Momentum A/E HG

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A good guitar with some potentially frustrating flaws. Make sure to try out some competitors as well."

FULL REVIEW: Seagull Coastline Momentum A/E HG 

3 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Acoustic)

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Page 7 of 19
Gibson Tamio Okuda Signature 1959 ES-330

Gibson Tamio Okuda Signature 1959 ES-330

MusicRadar's verdict:

"‘Character’ is the keyword here; the sounds and feel created by this instrument that takes us back in time."

FULL REVIEW: Gibson Tamio Okuda Signature 1959 ES-330

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 8 of 19
IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage

IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A quick and simple solution for amplified solo performance.strument that takes us back in time."

FULL REVIEW: IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 9 of 19
Page 9 of 19
Hutchins Shade 1

Hutchins Shade 1

MusicRadar's verdict:

"There’s a lot to like here: a smart build, light weight, and it’s strong on resonance with sounds that belie its ‘impulse purchase’ price."

FULL REVIEW: Hutchins Shade 1 

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 10 of 19
Jackson Pro Series Misha Mansoor Juggernaut HT7FM

Jackson Pro Series Misha Mansoor Juggernaut HT7FM

MusicRadar's verdict:

"An S-style metal guitar engineered to a logical conclusion, but you can impress your own sound upon it."

FULL REVIEW: Jackson Pro Series Misha Mansoor Juggernaut HT7FM 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 11 of 19
EarthQuaker Devices Erupter

EarthQuaker Devices Erupter

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Incredibly sound and loads of versatility - what’s not to love?"

FULL REVIEW: EarthQuaker Devices Erupter

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

Page 12 of 19
Page 12 of 19
TC Electronic Hall of Fame 2

TC Electronic Hall of Fame 2

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A more than worthy update."

FULL REVIEW: TC Electronic Hall of Fame 2

5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 13 of 19
Page 13 of 19
MXR Dyna Comp Mini

MXR Dyna Comp Mini

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A good-sounding pedal once dialled in, but not the most flexible."

FULL REVIEW: MXR Dyna Comp Mini 

3 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

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Page 14 of 19
TC Electronic HyperGravity Mini

TC Electronic HyperGravity Mini

MusicRadar's verdict:

"You may need to put in a little effort with this TC effort, but it is well worth the trouble."

FULL REVIEW: TC Electronic HyperGravity Mini 

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 15 of 19
Page 15 of 19
Meris Ottobit Jr

Meris Ottobit Jr

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Niche it may be, but this classy and creative pedal exerts a strange allure to those yearning for something different."

FULL REVIEW: Meris Ottobit Jr

4 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 16 of 19
Audient iD4

Audient iD4

MusicRadar's verdict:

"A budget solution that feels anything but inexpensive."

FULL REVIEW: Audient iD4 

5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Total Guitar)

Page 17 of 19
Page 17 of 19
Guild T-Bird ST P90

Guild T-Bird ST P90

MusicRadar's verdict:

"If you’re looking for something a little leftfield, this vision is certainly that."

FULL REVIEW: Guild T-Bird ST P90

4.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 18 of 19
Yamaha A3R ARE

Yamaha A3R ARE

MusicRadar's verdict:

"Yamaha is still on its ‘A game’ here."

FULL REVIEW: Yamaha A3R ARE 

3.5 out of 5

(Originally reviewed in Guitarist)

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Page 19 of 19
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