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Sommatone Slick 18 - NY Amp Show

The Slick 18 was designed for David Bowie's guitarist, Earl Slick, and is geared toward studio use or small gigs.

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The Slick 18 was designed for David Bowie's guitarist, Earl Slick, and is geared toward studio use or small gigs.
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