semi hollowbody

This SH35 is designed with an arched, flamed maple top, multi-side binding, and a gloss finish available in Cherry Red and Vintage Sunburst.

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How does the Players Edition upgrade stack up on the brand’s sleek 6-string “Cadillac”?


Bridge pickup, then middle position, then neck.
All guitar controls at max. Recorded through the boost side of a SoundBrut DrVa MkII, a Ground Control Tsukuyomi mid boost, a SolidGoldFx Electroman MkII, and an Anasounds Element into a Goodsell Valpreaux 21 miked with a Royer R-121 going into an Audient iD44 then into GarageBand with no EQ-ing, compression, or effects.
 

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Pros:
Matchless style and mojo. Plays, feels, and sounds great.

Cons:
Expensive. Pickups can feel limited compared to Full’Trons. Some may prefer a tone knob for each pickup.

Street:
$3,499

Gretsch G6636TSL Players Edition Silver Falcon
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The featherweight blast from the past boasts smart updates and classic tones.

 

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Pros:
Well-built with a comfortable neck, surprisingly light weight, and classic tones. Hardshell case.

Cons:
P-90s might not be the most versatile pickup option.

Street:
$1,399 (with hardshell case)

Vox Bobcat V90
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