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3 Sep

Reviewed: Fender Player Series Lead II

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $1,199

To fully understand the allure of the Lead Series, one must first understand where the cult classic sits both historically and in the context of Fender’s overall canon. You see, the late seventies/early eighties were in many ways, a transitional period for the guitar, both culturally and economically.

3 Sep

10 Aug

Reviewed: Fender Player Series Duo-Sonic HS

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $1,199

First introduced in 1956, the slightly offset Duo-Sonic was a nimble, minimalist guitar originally intended for the student and beginner markets, but whose legacy and influence has extended far beyond its humble beginnings.

10 Aug

29 Jul

Reviewed: Jackson Pro Series Soloist SL3M Rainbow Crackle

Jackson Guitars Australia | jacksonguitars.com.au | RRP: $2,499

Following on from the success of their previous Soloist releases, Jackson are back and looking better than ever with this new beast, with its striking aesthetic no doubt harking back to the golden age of '80s shred metal and glam. For a model that is typically known as a solid touring workhorse, the new Pro Series Soloist SL3M might surprise some in its ability to offer just that little bit extra at every turn.

29 Jul

11 Jun

Mixdown's Picks: Vox Cambridge 50 Modelling Amplifier

Bedroom Amplifier Special

The world of audio and musical equipment can be a tricky one to navigate at the best of times. With so many different products, conflicting opinions and confusing reviews, it’s hard to know what’s actually the best product for your needs. Luckily, the team at Mixdown have put in the legwork for you, sifting through the spec-sheets and putting the products through their paces to bring you Mixdown’s Picks - a new series of expansive, category defining product guides across our digital channels. Anything that has made the cut has rated highly across the board with the Mixdown staff, garnering a unanimous tick of approval from our staunch critics.

11 Jun

24 Mar

Gretsch G2210 Streamliner Junior Jet Club

Gretsch Guitars Australia | gretsch.com.au | RRP: $699

The history of the Gretsch company stretches back over one hundred and thirty five years, which is a long time in any business, let alone instrument making. What started out as a small company making drums and banjos eventually became an industry giant that was synonymous with country music and rock ‘n roll, with early users including Chet Atkins, Duane Eddy and Eddie Cochran in the fifties, George Harrison and Stephen Stills in the sixties, Malcolm Young in the seventies and Brian Setzer from the eighties all the way to today.

24 Mar

24 Mar

Reviewed: Fender 70th Anniversary Broadcaster

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $3,999

Early on in 1950, the revolutionary Broadcaster first rolled off the line of Fender’s Fullerton factory. In the post-war era of America, it was nothing short of innovation both in design and manufacturing: to put it simply, the world had not seen anything like it. It was the first mass- produced solid body electric guitar, and pretty soon it was a hit with guitar players ranging in style from country, blues, RnB and more. Rock ‘n roll was a good five years away, and a vital element of some of the earliest recordings of this new rebellious and downright dangerous kind of music was the Broadcaster.

24 Mar

24 Mar

Reviewed: Fender Player Series Stratocaster & Stratocaster HSS

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $1,299

Fender’s Player Series have become the new standard for affordable yet professional level guitars in recent history. They sit just above Classic Vibe series from Squier and below Fender’s American Performers, while the Mexican-made Vintera series features similar build quality to Players, but with vintage appointments to appeal to those seeking some classic builds to nail the sounds of yesterday.

24 Mar

24 Mar

Reviewed: Fender Player Series Duo-Sonic SS & HS

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $1,199

The Fender Duo-Sonic is one of the rarer gems on Fender’s extensive catalogue. First introduced in 1956, these slightly offset axes were originally intended for students and amateur musicians. Their main calling cards included a shorter scale length and a relatively cheaper price point compared to the Stratocaster and Telecaster, which were targeted at professional and touring musicians.

24 Mar

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