2021: A GEAR ODYSSEY.
FENDER
NOVENTA SERIES
Combining classic Fender style and dynamic MP-90 pickups, the Noventa Series delivers powerful tones, modern playability and sharp looks. The custom MP-90 pickups provide extraordinary range and versatility with classic midrange bite, crisp highs and warm, smooth lows. All models feature 21 medium-jumbo frets and a 9.5–inch radius fingerboard.
Street Prices: Stratocaster, $1,049.99; Telecaster, $949.99; Jazzmaster, $1,149.99 fender.com
FENDER
’68 CUSTOM VIBRO CHAMP REVERB AND ’68 CUSTOM PRO REVERB
Fender expands its ’68 Custom range with the addition of the Pro Reverb and Vibro Champ Reverb amplifiers. At just 5 watts, the ’68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb improves on this classic amp by adding hall reverb and using a larger 10-inch speaker for increased low end. The ’68 Custom Pro Reverb takes its cues from the original 40-watt model, improving its portability and tonal flexibility by reducing the cabinet size and weight, moving to a single-channel format and single 12-inch speaker and adding a middle tone control.
Street Prices: ’68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb, $749.99; ’68 Custom Pro Reverb, $1,299.99 fender.com
UNIVERSAL AUDIO
UAFX GOLDEN REVERBERATOR, STARLIGHT ECHO STATION AND ASTRA MODULATION MACHINE
Universal Audio introduces UAFX, the company’s first line of effect pedals, featuring sonically authentic emulations of classic reverb, delay and modulation circuits. The UAFX Golden Reverberator, Starlight Echo Station and Astra Modulation Machine bring powerful dual-processor architecture that delivers three distinct vintage sounds per pedal, with impeccable UA analog design and build quality. Hallmark UAFX features include intuitive Preset/Live modes for instant recall of your favorite sounds, analog dry-through, stereo/dual mono operation, true bypass with silent switching, additional downloadable effects from the acclaimed UAD algorithm team and more.
