Description
Designed for players who demand versatility and superior tone, the Yamaha Revstar Standard offers two distinct pickup configurations, a 5-way selector with unique phase options, and a passive Focus Switch boost. Its chambered body and carbon-reinforced neck deliver lightweight comfort without sacrificing resonance, while the café racer-inspired finishes add an unmistakable edge.
Main Features
- Café racer-inspired glossy finishes
- Chambered maple top with mahogany back for rich, balanced tone
- Carbon-reinforced 3-piece mahogany neck for enhanced vibration transfer and stability
- Two custom Yamaha Alnico V humbucking pickups for powerful sound
- 5-position pickup selector with subtle phase shifts on positions 2 and 4 for distinctive tonal options
- Push-pull Tone control activating a passive Focus Switch boost for increased mids, lows, and an aggressive character
- Includes deluxe gig bag for easy transport and protection
Chambered Body with Acoustic Design
The chambered maple and mahogany body reduces weight while sculpting your tone with natural warmth and sustain. The carbon-reinforced neck improves vibration transfer, delivering clear, responsive sound across every fret.
5-Way Pickup Switching
Experience classic and unique tones thanks to the 5-position pickup selector, featuring subtle phase shifts on intermediate settings. This design provides a fresh take on traditional ‘in-between’ sounds for greater sonic variety.
Focus Switch Passive Boost
Engage the Focus Switch by pushing the tone control to activate a passive boost that mimics the effect of overwound pickups. This results in darker highs, richer mids and lows, and an aggressive tonal character perfect for expressive playing.
Specifications
Construction and Scale
- Set-in neck construction
- Scale length: 24-3/4” (628.6mm)
Body
- Top: Maple
- Back: Chambered Mahogany
- Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Neck
- Material: 3-piece Mahogany with carbon reinforcement
- Finish: Satin Polyurethane
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8mm)
- Frets: 22 jumbo stainless steel
- Nut: PPS
- Neck width: 41.9mm at nut, 52.0mm at 12th fret
- Thickness: 21.0mm at 1st fret, 23.9mm at 12th fret
Electronics
- Neck Pickup: VH5n Humbucker with Alnico V magnets
- Bridge Pickup: VH5b Humbucker with Alnico V magnets
- Controls: Master volume, master tone with push/pull Focus Switch
- Pickup Switch: 5-position lever
Hardware
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
- String spacing: 10.5mm
- Tailpiece: Stopbar
- Tuning machines: Die-cast
- Pickguard: 3-ply black
Additional
- Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light gauge (0.010–0.046)
- Includes deluxe gig bag
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What is the purpose of the Focus Switch on the Revstar Standard?
The Focus Switch is a push-pull tone control that activates a passive boost, enhancing mids and lows while darkening the highs. This provides a tonal character similar to overwound pickups, delivering a richer, more aggressive sound.
➤ How does the 5-way pickup selector on this guitar differ from traditional selectors?
The 5-way selector includes subtle phase shifts on positions 2 and 4, offering unique ‘in-between’ sounds that differ from conventional switch positions. This design expands your tonal palette with fresh and distinctive options.
➤ What materials are used in the construction of the neck?
The neck is made from a 3-piece mahogany construction reinforced with carbon to improve stability and vibration transfer, ensuring consistent tone and durability.
➤ Does this guitar come with a case or gig bag?
Yes, the Yamaha Revstar Standard includes a deluxe gig bag for easy protection and transportation.
➤ What kind of pickups does the Revstar Standard use?
It features two custom Yamaha Alnico V humbucking pickups (VH5n on the neck, VH5b on the bridge) designed to provide powerful, rich tone suitable for a wide range of styles.
Delivery
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FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
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Warranty Information
Yamaha Warranty Information: 2 Years but can vary by product range. Please see full details at yamaha.com
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
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