Ryan's Gig Guide - September 2018

Local stockist... strongly welcomed, especially if you are changing your strings after every show on a string of dates. Stainless steel frets are another up to date ap- pointment, resulting in a slinkier feel when bending.Also from a practical perspective these frets will last an in- credibly long amount of time, a lot longer than the more commonly fitted nickel frets. So how have they implemented a vin- tage demeanour on such a ground breaking piece of kit? An aged nitro cellulose finish is the pinnacle symbol of vintage guitars from the golden era of guitar manufacturing.The ageing process turns the guitar into a canvas of beautiful imperfections. Each lacquer crack adds a new depth of interest that makes a solid colour or a simple sunburst erupt into a piece of eye candy. It is clear where the guitar has descended from and the woods used are what you would expect.An alder body with a maple neck.The wood has been sculpted in a way that allows ac- cess to the higher frets and sits com- fortably against your body.This guitar does not just hang from your shoulder it becomes an extension of yourself. For 2018 Suhr are revamping the Classic Antique with a new 60s style C profile neck andV63 single coils.There will also be a new colour available resulting in six dif- ferent options. If you have not tried a Suhr guitar then it is essen- tial you get down to your nearest supplier and experience one for yourself. Quality, innovative, mod- ern and classic.The Suhr logo has be- come a symbol for many traits and they have all been firmly estab- lished by the list of pro players that choose to be affili- ated with them. rgg Sep 2018 29 www.ryansgigguide.com