Guitar Tricks Insider Gear Reviews of 2017 | Page 11

ELECTRIC GUITAR
The Riptide I received for review had a
contoured body with a striking butcher-block
appearance composed of several woods.
The centerpiece is figured Maple flanked by
Rosewood, Black Limba (Korina), and Empress,
which collectively look awe-inspiring and
resonate magnificently. The non-toxic clear
finish is hand rubbed giving it a slight satin
finish appearance that lets the woods natural
beauty prevail. Who would want a paint job on a
guitar like this?!
Scoop on the other two models:
‘Shoreline’ reflects the easy-going west coast
lifestyle in looks and flexibility. True to the
California spirit this model features three single
coil pickups, but can be configured to any
type and combination thanks to a unique open
pickguard design. Shoreline sports a top-loading
half-T bridge or can have a modern vibrato with
steel saddles and push-in whammy bar. The
scale length is 25.5”.
Similar to a Les Paul or Melody Maker, ‘Element’
has a slightly spongier feeling 24.75” scale
Mahogany neck, Mahogany body, and Rosewood
fingerboard making a perfect match for a pair
of PAF or P-90 pickups. Guaranteed mid range
punch for serious howl and growl or bring it
down with some sweet slow blues. Sure to bring
out the rock and roller in any player!
All ToneLounge guitars come with a deluxe
padded gig bag and strung with light gauge
Elixir strings (0.10-0.46).
2017 GEAR REVIEWS
VERDICT
Everything about Riptide says comfort
and class. From the contoured body
and slim and easy to play neck with
well manicured frets to the retro
looking headstock logo, smokin’ hot
TV Jones pickups, and superb finish/
paintjob, this guitar is ready for a top
down test drive along the coast. Riptide
can handle jazz and blues as well as
classic and indie rock without missing
a beat, and would be right at home
impersonating your favorite Dick Dale
or Ventures tunes. Between three base
models ToneLounge offers and almost
limitless hardware and accessory
options, there’s virtually something for
every player. For more info, photos,
and videos check them out on:
www.Facebook.com/ToneLounge
www.Instagram.com/ToneLounge
www.flickr.com/photos/tonelounge ■
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