Worship Musician Magazine March 2025 | Page 56

GEAR REVIEW
DONNER I HUSH-X PRO ELECTRIC GUITAR | Steve Sattler
KEY FEATURES
• Easy to transport headless design
• Multiple onboard electric and acoustic guitar simulations
• Multiple onboard effects
• Effective for use on live or silent stages
• Built in audio interface for direct recording roasted maple / high-density engineered wood , output ports ( 6.35mm , 3.5mm , USB-C ), and a built-in rechargeable lithium battery .
The HUSH-X Pro has 18 preset slots , 4 electric guitar simulations , and 3 acoustic guitar simulations , making it adaptable to various playing situations . The guitar also features 10 IR slots and Donner Labs proprietary H-S Alnico V Pickups configuration .
Donner recently expanded its HUSH lineup of headless electric guitars with the new HUSH-X Pro electric guitar . Similar to other models in the HUSH lineup , the HUSH-X Pro is crafted from mahogany and features a roasted maple / HPL fretboard , a Slim C-shaped neck with rounded stainless steel frets , and a neck-through body for a comfortable playing experience .
Weighing just over 5 lbs ., the ultra-light HUSH-X Pro is designed for portability with its headless design , making it easy to transport and ideal for players who travel frequently . Its 45-degree ergonomic frames provides comfort during extended playing sessions .
Navigating the HUSH-X Pro is facilitated by the one-knob control and OLED Screen , offering an intuitive user experience . The guitar ’ s Quick Release Brackets enable fast , secure setup and storage , streamlining performance or practice sessions . A deluxe carrying case is included , designed to fit in an airline overhead storage bin . Upgraded quick-detachable frames make installation and removal easier .
Available finishes include Knight Black and Metallic White . Fingerboard options are high-grade roasted maple ( White ) or high-density engineered wood ( Black ), with rounded stainless steel frets . Other specifications include an integrated mahogany neck-through design , a fingerboard made of
The pickups are Donner Lab ’ s proprietary Alnico V humbucker ( bridge ) and Alnico V single-coil ( neck ). The 3-way pickup selector switch options are : Position 1 - Bridge , Position 2 - Bridge and neck , Position 3 - Neck . Control knobs include an effect switch , pickup selector , tone and volume knob , function control knob , edit button , tap tempo button , and Bluetooth button .
Using the HUSH-X Pro is simplified by singletouch effect switching . A comprehensive effects chain includes overdrive , amp simulation , cab simulation , reverb , delay , modulation , and EQ , allowing musicians to create and customize preset combinations . The HUSH-X Pro uses Donner ’ s Real Amp Modeling technology , which includes realistically simulated classic amps and cabinets .
The HUSH-X Pro supports headphone monitoring , direct / power amp connection , Bluetooth support , and a built-in audio interface , making it suitable for modern setups .
Despite the headless design and the need in most cases to use ergonomic frames , the Donner HUSH-X Pro is easy to play both standing up and sitting down . The OLED display is high resolution and easy to see in most lighting conditions , and accessing features and onboard effects is straightforward , though on-the-fly editing capability is limited .
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