The Charvel Desolation DS-1 FR received praise and a four-out-of-five star rating from MusicRadar.

The review offers readers a a great look at the axe with a stunning photo gallery, and dives straight into the DS-1’s specs.

“Through-neck designs are celebrated for their long sustain, and that’s the case here,” said the review.

According to MusicRadar, the DS-1 is also suitable for players longing for clean tone.

“Played clean, there’s some lovely woody body to strummed chords and, as the amp gain is raised, so is the trebly edge,” said Music Radar. “The DS-1 stays perfectly in tune, plays wonderfully and is well balanced when strapped on.”

Read the full review here.