In this video I'll do a deep dive with the Yamaha Revstar. Be sure to watch until the end to see my conversation with Andy from Yamaha about the ins and outs of the Revstar series! Get the track here! working-class-guitar.teachable.com/courses/best-of-corey-s-youtube/lectures/41917397 Check out the gear used in this video! Yamaha Revstar Family imp.i114863.net/revstarseries JHS AT Plus imp.i114863.net/jhsatplus UA OX Box imp.i114863.net/uafxox
I was a Yamaha employee and received their employee discount when buying a product they make. It's normally 40% below retail, but occasionally when you place your order the guy in charge will call you and make a deal on something else they want to get rid of. I had ordered a 2022 RevStar and he called me up and said he had a brand new 2020 that retailed for $1999 and he would sell it to me for $899. It was in Sunset Burst and the one I had ordered was black/cream. 60% off? Hell yes. It was slated for some guitar show that was cancelled because of the pandemic and they needed to clear it off the books. The fact that I could buy with that kind of discount is what turned my on to the RevStar. I would have never given them a glance had they not been such a good deal. But now that I own it? It is easily as good as any Gibson, Fender, Ibanez, Gretsch, PRS, or other big name brand. And the Pacifica's are such a great value compared to a Strat. These guys are no joke. They are top shelf
@@MotorcityBart I bought both last year. Selling/Trading the 'bucker version at present. Great guitar but I always reach for the P90s. So she needs a new home. I like the cleaner P90 sound. But the P90 RSS02T gets more play than all of the others on the wall, several lots more expensive.
I don't own one (yet) but these series caught my eye from the moment they were released. Such a cool design. I can't make up my mind if I want the P-90 version or the Filtertro style (maybe one of each!).
I dont know if you've purchased one since commenting this but something I'd add to the discussion is filtertrons are harder to replace if you decide you don't mesh with them they might require routing or buying boutique pickups in that shape. With a p90 guitar there are pickups ready available in the p90s dimensions that are humbuckers, jazzmaster pickups, filtertrons whatever you like really. I was having the same thoughts before I bought mine and can say the aftermarket parts for p90 routes is unbeatable!
Rev Stars just have “ it” PRS, Anderson, Suhr, Ernie Ball level , precision, yet a very comfortable feel. perfect weight and balance, musically useful pickups. Would cost a small fortune if it were made in the 70s and had an F or G on the headstock. We are in a golden age for guitars, Love Yamaha so underrated.
@@ehsanhaq155 I saw this video, went to the music store the VERY NEXT DAY, found a rs720 (black with binding & a Bigsby) in mint condition for $650. Traded in some unused ADAT stuff: got it for $525. I’m a huge fan of imports, this one is in my “top 3”
I've had one on order from Sweetwater for months. My rep told me they don't expect them to be in stock until early 2023. I played one at NAMM. It was outstanding.
Yamaha makes really well crafted instruments. Their acoustic guitars are amazing, they make world class pianos, drums, and brass instruments. Their electric guitars great too.
I was in Abu Dhabi for work last week and had a free afternoon so headed into town and found a Yamaha store and played a Revvstar Pro with P90s. Absolutely fantastic! Very playable and great tone. Loved the big neck which I am used to coming from a classical background in my youth. Oh yeah and your soloing is INSANE! That made me hit the like and subscribe! Looking forward to watching more videos.
I played a Revstar yesterday for an hour. It had the best set-up neck, fingerboard, fretting, intonation etc, I've ever come across. A spectacular guitar.
I really like the mid boost on that guitar. Corey, your playing is just awesome. From rock to jazz-blues you've got it all. Love the Dumble-esque tones you were getting from your rig.
Im a gear snob and totally support made in USA whenever possible. But im fighting an uphill battle alone and I cant win, and if you cant beat em, join em right? Right now, grab a Rev standard and a Katana 100 and you’re good. Pretty much everything you need under 1500 for almost any gig. Thats the perfect beater rig for the bar. Keep the good heavy gear at home. Safe and sound. Im considering one myself. Even though made in Indonesia, of course made in Japan would be my first choice, but for Indonesia, its Yamaha, they wont allow junk with their name on it. As far a tone I can tell but the difference is very slight. If Yamaha could put out something that competes with the Katana, they have a winning combo.
I got exactly the same model with P90; The Standard one in Sunset Burst finish! An amazing neck and a f---- -g sustain due to the facts a it's chambered guitar. Plus the bridge which gives more power to your sound. And it has a special Boost that I've never seen before...just go for one;) you won't regret your decision 😉
I am an electric guitar beginner - own Revstar 420 and a Blackstar 1W amp - I must say it drives me close to crazy to see `reviews` of guys playing on guitars from my price range but on pedals for 300 bucks and amps for 1600. then later they mention something abot the `cab` and a freaking mike ----- I am sorry - I just find so pointless and so confusing for beginner players how to achive the tone . ALso whts the point ? how is the guitar affecting such amazing chain ? impossible to tell - probably not much ..... on the other hand I understand there such a variety of all the equipment out there ..... sorry just my 2 cents .
In the digital video world, the chain actually doesn’t matter all that much. I know that sounds crazy but, I would be getting pretty much the same sound regardless of amp, pedal etc. This is the case because of how it’s distilled into the digital world. You’re really hearing the guitar in it’s truest form…that’s what I shoot for in a demo. I use the gear I have because I’ve accumulated it over years. Also, my channel hits a wide range of viewers in all ability levels and budgets so, I try to cover a lot of ground. My point is that, you’re not being tricked by the signal chain. The principles of tone apply to even the most basic of prices of equipment or the most refined higher end gear. Start with your amp on a clean sound. EQs set flat and go from there. That’s what I’m doing whether it’s a $300 amp or $5000 amp. Hope that makes sense!
Corey and Andy- great demo and presentation. Thank you for continuing to educate me on the guitar, in general, and this model. It’s nice to learn about different guitars and technology and how it is advancing. Nice info
My brother in law let me try his Revstar Standard for a few days and I really liked it. I bought a Revstar Element in blue, so far it seems very solid, I really enjoy playing and love the looks of it too.
Just picked up a Sunset P90 standard, the setup, fret board and overall quality is spot on. For the price you would happily pay double, it’s that good.
It’s all very well having a yamaha salesman on here, but call yamaha and try and order one of these, and you will be lucky to see one in the next six months. Don’t sell things you have no stock of, please.
I just bought a used Revstar RS820CR which is the predecessor to this generation and I love it. Seems really well made and well thought out. I’m glad that the new ones are great too.
I have the first iteration of this Guitar in the Bowden green and it is phenomenal. The stock P90 pickups sound beautiful. I can't recommend this enough. It sounds and plays as well as my custom made Oswald Strat
I went thru some fun to get a Revstar Standard in Flash Green with Hummies, having a friend buy one in his country, brcause they are STILL scarce in the US, and then sell and ship it to me. I don't regret it. By far my favorite guitar now, over my more expensive Gibsons, Custom hand made guitar and Fender. IF they ever get the P90s Standards in stock here, I WILL be snatching one. I did replace my tuners with Lockers to make it THE perfect guitar.
Hey Andy from Yamaha, Can you do something about the COLOR SELECTION? Seriously, the colors across the entire range are pretty abysmal. I have the Element in Swift Blue, and I'm at the point where I don't even want to look at it. Why there's no translucent red or even a natural amber finish I have no idea, but you seem to have put everything into the science of the guitar, but didn't spend a minute thinking about making it visually appealing.
Anything made by Yamaha is great. Pianos,drums,motorcycles. etc...... Revstar is beyond all the rest. But I love P90's. 20 guitars and basses. No humbuckers. LOL
The Yamaha Revstar RS502T is an amazing versatile guitar. She can produces classical , acoustic, jazz, blues , rock, hard rock and heavy metal tones !!
You better only buy it in person! I just received my brand new Revstar RSS02T packaged from Yamaha and it had a very high bridge, tool marks on the fretboard, cracks in the binding, high frets and a poorly fitted and cut nut causing buzzing. It is at the Luthier now to even make it playable...
Great tones sir! I grabbed one of the humbucker version 3 years ago (1st gen?) to scratch my Les Paul itch and it more than filled that duty. I love it but typically play single coils (or bass) most of the time… I need to play it more. When the p90s become available I’ll think about getting one.
Two words: Matteo Mancuso !! But that said: great playing, useful review, thanks man! I think I'm gonna buy me one. Or ... should I buy the new PRS CE SE? Hmm choices ...
Tried a Revstar and the P90's in it while sounding good, were pretty hot and not very dynamic or touch responsive for a P90... maybe due to the Alnico 5... in that yes the volume of the not will change depending on how you play it, but the character and attack don't change much depending on how you hit the note like on the more vintage p90's. So for a modern p90 sound it's great, but for a more articulate touch responsive vintage blues tone, I would replace the pickups.
I bought a prs se custom 24 08 but i didn’t know i could get carbon rod reinforced neck and stainless steel fret for even lower price. Did i make a mistake. Sure i like my guitar but the frets have already started wearing off and I’m not a big fan of the pickups either.
I have a Gibson Custom shop and two American Fenders and I can’t put the Revstar down. I have the Standard P90 in hot merlot. Phenomenal guitar especially considering the price.
I tried a couple these expecting great things and from what I’d seen on line I expected to walk out with one. The Element felt cheap with a chunky D neck profile that wasn’t very comfortable. The standard was better - nice neck but nothing special. I’m not saying they’re not good but I think they’re a bit over- hyped. Walked out with a Schecter in the end.
Great presentation (the best on youtube)....but then again, any guitar CC touches sounds amazing....so the tone is also on the fingers. Just sayn' it...
Got this guitar after watching this....Hmmmm, so far I don't like it. Have a revstar 620 and is a much better guitar Main complaint of the new rev' , pickups are much weaker, set up was much more work...built in boost does'nt seem to work very well. Do like the pedal that you're using in this vid.
Guitars don't magically get better once you go past a grand. Most guitars have about 75% bullshit in their price, you can grab a fantastic instrument for about 200 (insert local currency here) if you've a functioning brain on you.
Tenho umas SF700 1977 da minha idade que dá de pau na minha Gibson 76 . Além de toda tecnologia envolvida ela tem 24 casas , um braço maravilhoso , caps duplos com defasagem no braço e na ponte . E soa maravilhosamente bem ! Estás guitarras realmente não tem o valor que entregam . Se a galera tocar nestas guitarras nunca mais vai olhar pra uma fender ou Gibson como líderes de mercado .
I have one of the older ones an RSP20CR made in Japan. Its outrageous. Yamaha just make crackin stuff. Im probably gonna put some cash aside for this one with the P90s they sound amazing
Thank you for the upload I have the dgt se I watched your video on that guitar it's cool but at times it's not warm it's missing that low end thing how would this stack against that guitar in comparison and your personal pick great chops and tone
To add my two penn'orth, for me its the best guitar I own, forget the price tag. I have the weird (but gorgeous) semi-matt greenish looking 502. Build, neck, feel , all spot on straight out of the box. Pickups amazingly crystal clear, precise P90 sound, and a frikkin' amazing tone control that totally yet progressively (controllably) changes the sound. It just seems to be crispy everywhere, nothing wasted, nothing unnecessary. And, to my eye at least, it is sinful in its beauty. I'm disgracefully old school, from an era when we played whatever we could afford, and this drops somehow into that box in the sense that it requires no pedals, no great setup, no nothing for it to get out there and play and sound smooth/pretty or down and dirty. I love it to death. Context, I have a variety in the 'collection' that includes Strats, Teles, Les Pauls, a Rickenbacker, a home-built beauty with a '50's Gibson P90, right up to a '64 cherry red 335. If I could only keep one, I'd keep the 335 for the money, I'd keep the Revstar for the sound and the fun. Do I love it? You betcha.
Hey Corey I bought this guitar based on your review. Ordered it back in August and it just came today. P90s in sunburst and I must say it is such a beautiful instrument and LOVING it so far. I could nitpick one or two minor things but overall its the best guitar I've owned. Thank you!
@@FrankRemley The tone knob is a little finicky and at first I didn’t like the chunkyness of the neck but I’ve gotten used to that now. I would highly recommend it.
Nice playing! New subscriber here. I've had the Revstar Pro with Humbuckers since shortly after they came out. It is amazing. I recently ordered the Standard with P90's and should pick it up from FedEx tomorrow. I'm looking forward to this guitar and my plan is to leave it on the stand, plugged into the amp & pedals, ready to play. My first two motorcycles and a snowmobile were Yamahas, 😊
I bought a black revstar standard with p90, arrived yesterday. Just wow. Such a fine instrument. The built quality is some of the best I've seen (definitely on the same level as PRS for example), the setup is perfect. The intonation is spot on. It sounds very sweet and has lots of versatility. And what I didn't expect the guitar feels so good in the hand and when playing. You can really feel that they thought about every inch of the guitar and tried to make it as good as it can be. And then it's also so (relatively) cheap!? I mean if you are looking for a new guitar and want something else than the regular Fender/Gibson stuff Yamaha Revstar is the way to go.
I just got mine this week - same black P-90 standard as yours. Love the guitar! You're exactly right; the build quality is better than Gibsons & Fenders I have and equal to PRS. Incredible value!
Very strong product overview!! Love how you incorporate the science and the art of playing guitar! Now, I need to go practice so I can experience what you know and teach :)
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In this video I'll do a deep dive with the Yamaha Revstar. Be sure to watch until the end to see my conversation with Andy from Yamaha about the ins and outs of the Revstar series!
Get the track here!
working-class-guitar.teachable.com/courses/best-of-corey-s-youtube/lectures/41917397
Check out the gear used in this video!
Yamaha Revstar Family
imp.i114863.net/revstarseries
JHS AT Plus
imp.i114863.net/jhsatplus
UA OX Box
imp.i114863.net/uafxox
Hey Corey do you still feel this strongly about the revstar?
I was a Yamaha employee and received their employee discount when buying a product they make. It's normally 40% below retail, but occasionally when you place your order the guy in charge will call you and make a deal on something else they want to get rid of. I had ordered a 2022 RevStar and he called me up and said he had a brand new 2020 that retailed for $1999 and he would sell it to me for $899. It was in Sunset Burst and the one I had ordered was black/cream. 60% off? Hell yes. It was slated for some guitar show that was cancelled because of the pandemic and they needed to clear it off the books. The fact that I could buy with that kind of discount is what turned my on to the RevStar. I would have never given them a glance had they not been such a good deal. But now that I own it? It is easily as good as any Gibson, Fender, Ibanez, Gretsch, PRS, or other big name brand. And the Pacifica's are such a great value compared to a Strat. These guys are no joke. They are top shelf
I wanna work at Yamaha :O
can you buy me a guitar ill buy off you lol
I love the P90 version over the Humbuckers
@@MotorcityBart I bought both last year. Selling/Trading the 'bucker version at present. Great guitar but I always reach for the P90s. So she needs a new home. I like the cleaner P90 sound.
But the P90 RSS02T gets more play than all of the others on the wall, several lots more expensive.
Nice and in-depth review by the one and only Mr. Blues himself, the true instructor, Cory Congilio.
Great guitar playing! It helps to make the guitar sound good when you can play like you do sir. You definitely put the Yamaha revstar on my radar
Thank you kindly!
Your playing is next level!
That’s kind of you. Thx!
@@coreycongilio You are welcome
You can make a broomstick with rubber bands sound great. When i play notes out of the scale it's awful. Would love to learn what you are doing.
I don't own one (yet) but these series caught my eye from the moment they were released. Such a cool design. I can't make up my mind if I want the P-90 version or the Filtertro style (maybe one of each!).
I dont know if you've purchased one since commenting this but something I'd add to the discussion is filtertrons are harder to replace if you decide you don't mesh with them they might require routing or buying boutique pickups in that shape. With a p90 guitar there are pickups ready available in the p90s dimensions that are humbuckers, jazzmaster pickups, filtertrons whatever you like really. I was having the same thoughts before I bought mine and can say the aftermarket parts for p90 routes is unbeatable!
Its kinda like a SuperTelly
Hello, can somebody say, if is needed to remove the plate with the screws every time ,
to change the strings on the P90 model ? TX
No you don't have to remove
Is it crazy two get two of these, one SC one HUmbucker?
The more guitars the better!
Greetings. What is the noise like out of those P90's? Anyone? Thanks and Best Regards!
Pretty quiet to me
@@coreycongilio Thanks and Best Regards!
fabulous! have u compared with the pro version? and what amp did u use here??
Rocco nyc
I think I'm going through my Two Rock here. The Pro Version is great but, this is a solid choice too.
Rev Stars just have “ it” PRS, Anderson, Suhr, Ernie Ball level , precision, yet a very comfortable feel. perfect weight and balance, musically useful pickups. Would cost a small fortune if it were made in the 70s and had an F or G on the headstock. We are in a golden age for guitars, Love Yamaha so underrated.
Dude, you are an amazing Guitar player - very expressive. This is the first time i’ve seen a video of yours - I was blown away!
Hey, thanks so much!
I’m a luthier in Brazil and I can assure that all Yamaha instruments that we service punch much above their weight
They are very underrated both in instruments and amplifier's.
bought a Pacifica last week. absolutely know what you mean. top class instruments
I just got one in swift blue. Fretts on underside of neck are rough/sharp. Try to get a refund
@@michaelrosawatkins3928 I got the Indonesian one in swift blue 2 weeks ago. Can't fault it.
@@ehsanhaq155 I saw this video, went to the music store the VERY NEXT DAY, found a rs720 (black with binding & a Bigsby) in mint condition for $650. Traded in some unused ADAT stuff: got it for $525. I’m a huge fan of imports, this one is in my “top 3”
I've had one on order from Sweetwater for months. My rep told me they don't expect them to be in stock until early 2023. I played one at NAMM. It was outstanding.
Oh wow. I’ve heard that since posting this video. Stay the course. They’re great!
Yamaha makes really well crafted instruments. Their acoustic guitars are amazing, they make world class pianos, drums, and brass instruments. Their electric guitars great too.
And even beyond that… they are just wonderful.
I was in Abu Dhabi for work last week and had a free afternoon so headed into town and found a Yamaha store and played a Revvstar Pro with P90s. Absolutely fantastic! Very playable and great tone. Loved the big neck which I am used to coming from a classical background in my youth.
Oh yeah and your soloing is INSANE! That made me hit the like and subscribe! Looking forward to watching more videos.
I played a Revstar yesterday for an hour. It had the best set-up neck, fingerboard, fretting, intonation etc, I've ever come across. A spectacular guitar.
My Pacifica came from the Indonesian factory in tune
Better than PRS made in US ?
@@johannesbar9354
PRS are ugly.
Big fan of your work,Corey. You and Chris Buck are going to send sales of Revstars skyrocketing!
Thx Jon!
Very interesting guitar. Thanks for making this Corey!
Hey Keith! Thanks for watching!
Hey Keith! Funny seeing you here. I love my new Revstar with P90s. You should do a Five Watt World on these.
Yamaha build quality vs price is really incredible.
Had one of these and sold it for next to nothing because I wanted to try to move into something else. Biggest guitar mistake I have ever made. 😔
Wow I tried one and it was Great!
dang i wish i coulda bought it off ya
Todd Valentine now knows guitars? Just kidding, nice job!
Great player - as always - and a brilliant guitar. Yamaha builds excellent guitars for decades but in Germany they are not very well known, sadly.
I really like the mid boost on that guitar. Corey, your playing is just awesome. From rock to jazz-blues you've got it all. Love the Dumble-esque tones you were getting from your rig.
Thx Craig! Appreciate it!
I bought the black p90, one you played here….out of my 11 guitars, it’s now #1…surpassed my gold top LP, which I thought was impossible
what exact model of gold top? gibson tv yellow??
@@soofitnsexy 50s standard
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808thanks!! expensive?? the Yammie? 2k??
Im a gear snob and totally support made in USA whenever possible. But im fighting an uphill battle alone and I cant win, and if you cant beat em, join em right? Right now, grab a Rev standard and a Katana 100 and you’re good. Pretty much everything you need under 1500 for almost any gig. Thats the perfect beater rig for the bar. Keep the good heavy gear at home. Safe and sound. Im considering one myself. Even though made in Indonesia, of course made in Japan would be my first choice, but for Indonesia, its Yamaha, they wont allow junk with their name on it. As far a tone I can tell but the difference is very slight. If Yamaha could put out something that competes with the Katana, they have a winning combo.
I got exactly the same model with P90; The Standard one in Sunset Burst finish! An amazing neck and a f---- -g sustain due to the facts a it's chambered guitar. Plus the bridge which gives more power to your sound. And it has a special Boost that I've never seen before...just go for one;) you won't regret your decision 😉
I have two of the original Revstar's and I couldn't agree more - the best guitar under $1000. Excellent playing!!!!
Nice! Thx so much!
I am an electric guitar beginner - own Revstar 420 and a Blackstar 1W amp - I must say it drives me close to crazy to see `reviews` of guys playing on guitars from my price range but on pedals for 300 bucks and amps for 1600. then later they mention something abot the `cab` and a freaking mike ----- I am sorry - I just find so pointless and so confusing for beginner players how to achive the tone . ALso whts the point ? how is the guitar affecting such amazing chain ? impossible to tell - probably not much ..... on the other hand I understand there such a variety of all the equipment out there ..... sorry just my 2 cents .
In the digital video world, the chain actually doesn’t matter all that much. I know that sounds crazy but, I would be getting pretty much the same sound regardless of amp, pedal etc. This is the case because of how it’s distilled into the digital world. You’re really hearing the guitar in it’s truest form…that’s what I shoot for in a demo. I use the gear I have because I’ve accumulated it over years. Also, my channel hits a wide range of viewers in all ability levels and budgets so, I try to cover a lot of ground. My point is that, you’re not being tricked by the signal chain. The principles of tone apply to even the most basic of prices of equipment or the most refined higher end gear. Start with your amp on a clean sound. EQs set flat and go from there. That’s what I’m doing whether it’s a $300 amp or $5000 amp. Hope that makes sense!
@@coreycongilio thank you so much for a detailed answer. I am so glad you did understand my rant and didn't take it personally! Cheers
Your a fantastic wonderful Kick-Ass One of a kind talent.
Incredible demo Corey ... once again you show what the guitar can do!
Corey and Andy- great demo and presentation. Thank you for continuing to educate me on the guitar, in general, and this model. It’s nice to learn about different guitars and technology and how it is advancing. Nice info
Thx AM! Always appreciate ya!
My brother in law let me try his Revstar Standard for a few days and I really liked it. I bought a Revstar Element in blue, so far it seems very solid, I really enjoy playing and love the looks of it too.
Just picked up a Sunset P90 standard, the setup, fret board and overall quality is spot on. For the price you would happily pay double, it’s that good.
La qualité du jeu ne peut que mettre en valeur la qualité de cet instrument! Merci Corey pour cette démonstration !
Ive had the same one for a few years and it's amazing. I get compliments on tone all the time. Love it.
always been a fan of yamaha motorcycles, xs650💦, and pa systems. currently run emx 512sc. very neat video.🍻
It’s all very well having a yamaha salesman on here, but call yamaha and try and order one of these, and you will be lucky to see one in the next six months. Don’t sell things you have no stock of, please.
Oh NOOOOOOOO..... Not another guitar. But under $800 with HSC. And that sick custom paint job........ Help me sweet Jesus.....
I just bought a used Revstar RS820CR which is the predecessor to this generation and I love it. Seems really well made and well thought out. I’m glad that the new ones are great too.
I have the first iteration of this Guitar in the Bowden green and it is phenomenal. The stock P90 pickups sound beautiful. I can't recommend this enough. It sounds and plays as well as my custom made Oswald Strat
I have test all revstar ,the best is the cheapest one the RS320 with incredibly good custom ceramic pickup
I went thru some fun to get a Revstar Standard in Flash Green with Hummies, having a friend buy one in his country, brcause they are STILL scarce in the US, and then sell and ship it to me. I don't regret it. By far my favorite guitar now, over my more expensive Gibsons, Custom hand made guitar and Fender. IF they ever get the P90s Standards in stock here, I WILL be snatching one. I did replace my tuners with Lockers to make it THE perfect guitar.
Wow great playing and demo. I love P90's and their versatility.
Hey Andy from Yamaha,
Can you do something about the COLOR SELECTION? Seriously, the colors across the entire range are pretty abysmal. I have the Element in Swift Blue, and I'm at the point where I don't even want to look at it.
Why there's no translucent red or even a natural amber finish I have no idea, but you seem to have put everything into the science of the guitar, but didn't spend a minute thinking about making it visually appealing.
Half Larry Carlton - half SRV on that track Corey : ) Tasty.
Looks like Yamaha's doing a nice job on those.
Anything made by Yamaha is great. Pianos,drums,motorcycles. etc...... Revstar is beyond all the rest. But I love P90's. 20 guitars and basses. No humbuckers. LOL
The Yamaha Revstar RS502T is an amazing versatile guitar. She can produces classical , acoustic, jazz, blues , rock, hard rock and heavy metal tones !!
You better only buy it in person! I just received my brand new Revstar RSS02T packaged from Yamaha and it had a very high bridge, tool marks on the fretboard, cracks in the binding, high frets and a poorly fitted and cut nut causing buzzing. It is at the Luthier now to even make it playable...
Great tones sir! I grabbed one of the humbucker version 3 years ago (1st gen?) to scratch my Les Paul itch and it more than filled that duty. I love it but typically play single coils (or bass) most of the time… I need to play it more. When the p90s become available I’ll think about getting one.
I have yet to check out one of those guitars but they seem like a great value. Nice video Corey!!
Thx Shawn!
Two words: Matteo Mancuso !! But that said: great playing, useful review, thanks man! I think I'm gonna buy me one. Or ... should I buy the new PRS CE SE? Hmm choices ...
I have several Yamaha guitars including this model which is one of my favorite guitars and such great value
great playing and sound
It's a pity that the professional series doesn't have a left-handed model, but hey, the standard series is much better in terms of value for money
is there a reason why it's so hard to find the Yamaha Revstar RSP20X Made in Japan 2023 - Rusty Brass Charcoal? Did Yamaha discontinue this model?
There is no 'standard' model, they all have specific model identifiers (RSxxx, etc....), can you be more specific? Which model is it exactly?
Tried a Revstar and the P90's in it while sounding good, were pretty hot and not very dynamic or touch responsive for a P90... maybe due to the Alnico 5... in that yes the volume of the not will change depending on how you play it, but the character and attack don't change much depending on how you hit the note like on the more vintage p90's. So for a modern p90 sound it's great, but for a more articulate touch responsive vintage blues tone, I would replace the pickups.
Great video with Andy Winston. Andy is a true historian on all things, Yamaha.
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I tried one of these and it was so nice to play but I really dislike how it looks so I couldn't quite bring myself to buy one
I bought a prs se custom 24 08 but i didn’t know i could get carbon rod reinforced neck and stainless steel fret for even lower price. Did i make a mistake. Sure i like my guitar but the frets have already started wearing off and I’m not a big fan of the pickups either.
never cared much for the idea of the focus switch in all the demos I've watched until I watched this one. Now I really want one lol.
Killer guitar. Is the hardware nickel or chrome? Only thing I would change is the poly coating, and to nickel hardware if it is chrome.
I have a Gibson Custom shop and two American Fenders and I can’t put the Revstar down. I have the Standard P90 in hot merlot. Phenomenal guitar especially considering the price.
Nice!
I tried a couple these expecting great things and from what I’d seen on line I expected to walk out with one. The Element felt cheap with a chunky D neck profile that wasn’t very comfortable. The standard was better - nice neck but nothing special. I’m not saying they’re not good but I think they’re a bit over- hyped. Walked out with a Schecter in the end.
Great presentation (the best on youtube)....but then again, any guitar CC touches sounds amazing....so the tone is also on the fingers.
Just sayn' it...
Got this guitar after watching this....Hmmmm, so far I don't like it. Have a revstar 620 and is a much better guitar
Main complaint of the new rev' , pickups are much weaker, set up was much more work...built in boost does'nt seem to work very well. Do like the pedal that you're using in this vid.
Guitars don't magically get better once you go past a grand. Most guitars have about 75% bullshit in their price, you can grab a fantastic instrument for about 200 (insert local currency here) if you've a functioning brain on you.
Tenho umas SF700 1977 da minha idade que dá de pau na minha Gibson 76 . Além de toda tecnologia envolvida ela tem 24 casas , um braço maravilhoso , caps duplos com defasagem no braço e na ponte . E soa maravilhosamente bem !
Estás guitarras realmente não tem o valor que entregam . Se a galera tocar nestas guitarras nunca mais vai olhar pra uma fender ou Gibson como líderes de mercado .
does the revstar P-90 come in left-handed? i've searched everywhere, but can't find an affirmative :(
I have one of the older ones an RSP20CR made in Japan. Its outrageous. Yamaha just make crackin stuff. Im probably gonna put some cash aside for this one with the P90s they sound amazing
Nice review. Wish Yamaha would make the pro version in lefty.
Godin summit classic ht - plays soooo darn good. Sounds amazing.
Thank you for the upload I have the dgt se I watched your video on that guitar it's cool but at times it's not warm it's missing that low end thing how would this stack against that guitar in comparison and your personal pick great chops and tone
yamaha is quality....... but reality, most players don't desire to get one, no matter the quality. i've seen none gigged ever. have you?
13:30 someone that knows the only thing making a difference to the sound of a plugged in electric guitar is the electronics
To add my two penn'orth, for me its the best guitar I own, forget the price tag. I have the weird (but gorgeous) semi-matt greenish looking 502. Build, neck, feel , all spot on straight out of the box. Pickups amazingly crystal clear, precise P90 sound, and a frikkin' amazing tone control that totally yet progressively (controllably) changes the sound. It just seems to be crispy everywhere, nothing wasted, nothing unnecessary. And, to my eye at least, it is sinful in its beauty. I'm disgracefully old school, from an era when we played whatever we could afford, and this drops somehow into that box in the sense that it requires no pedals, no great setup, no nothing for it to get out there and play and sound smooth/pretty or down and dirty. I love it to death. Context, I have a variety in the 'collection' that includes Strats, Teles, Les Pauls, a Rickenbacker, a home-built beauty with a '50's Gibson P90, right up to a '64 cherry red 335. If I could only keep one, I'd keep the 335 for the money, I'd keep the Revstar for the sound and the fun. Do I love it? You betcha.
Billet Green! I have two.
@@aperezdeal ai! Smart man, always have a spare
I bought my Gibson les paul special for under 1k . It was 8 years ago though !
This rep could sell me salt in the desert
That guy needs a pay rise from Yamaha.
Got my P20 midnight blue and really couldn't be happier!
Great guitar indeed.
Are those P90s stock? The guitar sounds a bit great, if maybe a bit "sterile" in the top end but that might be just down to the rest of the gear.
they will put frequencies into the wood? I mean who buys this crap?!?
Hey Corey I bought this guitar based on your review. Ordered it back in August and it just came today. P90s in sunburst and I must say it is such a beautiful instrument and LOVING it so far. I could nitpick one or two minor things but overall its the best guitar I've owned. Thank you!
What are the nitpicks?
@@FrankRemley The tone knob is a little finicky and at first I didn’t like the chunkyness of the neck but I’ve gotten used to that now. I would highly recommend it.
I ordered one months ago. Still waiting. Thanks for the review. Can’t wait for it to get here.
Fingers crossed
I hear the P 90's are the way to go here, sounds good.
Nice playing!
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I've had the Revstar Pro with Humbuckers since shortly after they came out. It is amazing. I recently ordered the Standard with P90's and should pick it up from FedEx tomorrow. I'm looking forward to this guitar and my plan is to leave it on the stand, plugged into the amp & pedals, ready to play.
My first two motorcycles and a snowmobile were Yamahas, 😊
Hey thx! Enjoy!
Great video and great guitar. But what is the guitar called This Japanese one
What a player man, you make this thing really sing! Awesome value guitar but your feel is making it even more than what it is 🚀
Thanks! 😃
Excellent review! 👏👏👏👏👏
But the volume knob is too close to the bridge! If not for that, i’d have one.
I had a Revstar. Fretwork sucked. Hype
I bought a black revstar standard with p90, arrived yesterday. Just wow. Such a fine instrument. The built quality is some of the best I've seen (definitely on the same level as PRS for example), the setup is perfect. The intonation is spot on. It sounds very sweet and has lots of versatility. And what I didn't expect the guitar feels so good in the hand and when playing. You can really feel that they thought about every inch of the guitar and tried to make it as good as it can be. And then it's also so (relatively) cheap!? I mean if you are looking for a new guitar and want something else than the regular Fender/Gibson stuff Yamaha Revstar is the way to go.
I just got mine this week - same black P-90 standard as yours. Love the guitar! You're exactly right; the build quality is better than Gibsons & Fenders I have and equal to PRS. Incredible value!
You are an incredible player. Oh, and I want a Revstar so bad.
Very strong product overview!! Love how you incorporate the science and the art of playing guitar! Now, I need to go practice so I can experience what you know and teach :)
Appreciate that!
Dude what can i do i dont have time but i want to play like you
Ese tipo es el mejor vendedor del mundo....