That Was The Year... 2016 Shawbucker, Spacewalker Driver & Line

TAKAMINE RELEASES ANOTHER

‘Thermal Top’ acoustic. The EF740FS-TT is a deepbodied orchestra model that benefits from a heattreated spruce top, effectively producing a great played-in sound akin to a vintage instrument. With solid sapele back and sides, a mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard, this single-cut design also benefits from a traditional slotted headstock.

HOME AFFAIRS AS THE UK

votes to leave the European Union in a referendum; the new Crossrail line in London is to be called the Elizabeth Line; Lewis Hamilton wins the British Grand Prix for the fourth time; Andy Murray wins the Wimbledon Men’s Singles title for the second time; Chris Froome wins the Tour de France for the third time; and Tim Peake conducts the first ever spacewalk by an official British astronaut.

VICTORY AMPLIFICATION UNVEILS

its V40 Deluxe hand-built, 1x12 combo and while the dual 6L6 valve design is obviously Fender influenced the distinctive Victory logo on the front leaves no doubt about its origin. This single-channel presentation offers plenty of tonal variation along with Tremolo Speed and Depth and Reverb Volume and Tone. It sounds stunning and looks beautiful in its cream livery and leather handle.

FLOOD WARNINGS ABOUND IN SCOTLAND

as strong winds and torrential rain batter the north. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announces grants for every household, business and charity affected. Historic Abergeldie Castle is evacuated as water sweeps away land to within a few feet of the 16th century tower house.

NORTH KOREA CONDUCTS A FIFTH NUCLEAR TEST

and launches a long-range rocket into space. The act violates multiple UN treaties and is condemned around the world. Barack Obama is the first US President to visit Cuba since Calvin Coolidge went there in 1928.

ANOTHER SHOCKING YEAR OF LOSS WITH DEATHS

including David Bowie, Greg Lake, Rick Parfitt, George Michael, Emile Ford, Dan Hicks, Black, Keith Emerson, Lonnie Mack, Glenn Frey, Bobby Vee, Prince, John D Loudermilk, Leon Russell, Debbie Reynolds, Mose Allison, Rob Wasserman, Henry McCullough, Jimmy Bain, Dave Swarbrick, Martin Stone , Dale Griffin (Mott the Hoople), Pete Burns , bassist Victor Bailey and all members of Viola Beach.

FENDER’S AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL TELECASTER

Deluxe ShawBucker is the latest incarnation of this classic guitar. The two ShawBucker humbucking pickups are specifically voiced for their position and the new treble-bleed tone circuit really makes sure their tone shines through with stunning clarity while retaining an unmistakably Fender sound. With amp styled control knobs, three-way pickup selector and fully adjustable bridge

this is a cool new slant on an old favourite.