I have an SWR California Blonde II, a big brother to the Strawberry Blonde. Both are great amps and have a very unique, and IMHO, had an "older" amp sound. Some even say that the tweeter may be a bit harsh. What I really like about an SWR is the ability to dial-in a desireable tone. I have 5 different guitars with 3 different preamps, including a classical guitar with a built-in tube pre. I also have with two mando's that I mic through this amp. Is it the most natural sounding amp? Probably not. But I think it is one of the most versatile amps.
Both the SWR Straberry Blond and the Cali Blonde deserve a look. Good luck in your search.
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