Yamaha Revstar RSS20 Flash Green
Yamaha Revstar RSS20 Flash Green technical characteristics
- Standard Series
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Set-in 3-piece mahogany neck with carbon reinforcement
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White Lines fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 629 mm (24.76″)
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12″)
- Nut width: 41.9 mm (1.65″)
- PPS nut
- 22 Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Pickups: VH5b AlNiCo 5 (bridge) and VH5n AlNiCo 5 (neck) humbuckers
- Master volume control
- Master tone control with push/pull function for focus
- 5-Way switch
- 3-Ply black pickguard
- Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Stopbar Tailpiece
- Die-cast machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light 010 – .046 (Art.152175)
- Colour: Flash green
- Includes gig bag
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Customer Review Summary
The Yamaha Revstar RSS20 in Flash Green is truly a remarkable instrument. The craftsmanship is exceptional, with a smooth neck, well-installed frets, and a flawless finish. It plays wonderfully, providing a warm and full clean sound, making it versatile for various music genres.
This guitar effectively combines the best features of several iconic models. It offers the punch and high fret access reminiscent of a SG, the balance and warmth of a Les Paul, and the versatility of an ES 335. The chambered body design adds to its tonal characteristics, creating sounds that echo those of semi-hollow guitars.
The included switch and boost function are particularly impressive, catering well to styles from Santana to AC/DC, especially when paired with a decent overdrive pedal. Additionally, it complements other guitars beautifully, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
Overall, the quality-to-price ratio is outstanding, standing tall against many high-end guitars. The materials are top-notch, and the design is visually appealing, departing from traditional models while maintaining a classic feel. With minor adjustments, such as the pickup heights, this guitar can truly shine. In summary, the Yamaha Revstar RSS20 is a must-have for any guitarist looking for quality, reliability, and versatility.
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