Godin has just introduced a new entry in its long-running Session electric guitar series, and it looks to be the best-spec’d model yet.
The Session T-Pro builds on the hardtail Session HT, which was unveiled last month, but adds some big-name parts and a tremolo system into the equation for a Superstrat feel that puts it in the ballpark of big names such as Fender and Ibanez.
A push-pull tone control splits the humbucker, while the middle pickup is pole-reverse mounted to reduce background noise.
Tonewood-wise, you’re looking at a basswood body and hard rock maple neck with a choice of maple or rosewood fingerboard. That’s a standard 25.5” scale with a 12” radius and 22 frets, and around the rear of the guitar you’ll clock the neatly contoured heel for improved upper-fret access.
The hardware here is also worthy of note, with 18:1 ratio locking tuners and Godin’s Tru-Loc Trem, a neat own-brand tremolo system that allows you to set the tension of the bar itself.
Superstrat-style guitars with classic scratchplated looks have seen a major resurgence in recent years – you need only look at the proliferation of Ibanez AZ and Fender Player Plus models, or Nick Johnston’s Schecter signature guitar.
That means the Session T-Pro is wading into an already crowded market, especially with its $1,399 price tag. But it is made in Canada, offers a contoured heel and boasts a versatile Seymour Duncan set. For the player looking to cover all the tonal bases while standing out from the crowd – but not too much – it could be a winner.
Arctik Blue and Ozark Cream-finished versions of the Session T-Pro are available to preorder now, while a Limited Edition Session T-Pro LTD Kanyon Burst will be available until the end of 2023, with each model signed by Simon Godin himself.
For more information, head to Godin Guitars.
