The Yamaha Revstar Detailed Review

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Phillip McKnight

Phillip McKnight

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00:50Specifications
03:04 The Geeky Stuff
08:38 Sound Demo
18:19 My Thoughts

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@PhillipMcKnight
@PhillipMcKnight 2 жыл бұрын
After the video went up Yamaha sent a email confirming it is a passive boost and they said this Yamaha's responce “The output is amplified by using a small transformer to emphasize or boost the mid and low frequencies. The transformer was designed by Yamaha guitar division to control how much emphasize or boost certain frequencies by adjusting the number of coil turns”
@allguitar887
@allguitar887 Жыл бұрын
Awesome . I played one at a mom n pop music shop. . incredible ..it was the pro model someone traded in ..I couldn't believe why would anyone get rid of it...you can just feel the quality ... until they said it was some teen... Really liked it These guitars are awesome .and I don't understand why guitar center in Sam Ash don't have these it doesn't make sense what is Yamaha missing man they need these guitars in these stores so people can see the quality feel the quality play it and buy them
@ellesnyder942
@ellesnyder942 Жыл бұрын
@@allguitar887 because they are still on backorder.
@radaget3459
@radaget3459 Жыл бұрын
Hi - I just re watched this excellent review. Thank you. If the boost is passive, would this work when plugging into a Kemper profiling amp or does it need a 'normal' amp to get the power for it to work?
@stoneysdead689
@stoneysdead689 Жыл бұрын
@@radaget3459 Shouldn't matter- this is basically working like an overwound pickup.
@CardinalPhonics
@CardinalPhonics Жыл бұрын
@@stoneysdead689 so essentiallyyyyyy yeah you’re pretty much right. Turns your pickups into mudbuckers but it’s more useful than a lot of folks online have been claiming based on internet videos with high compression
@GunsandGuitars
@GunsandGuitars 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most innovation we’ve seen in electric guitar technology in a LONG TIME. I hope Yamaha continues in this direction, it opens up a ton of possibilities. Also thank you Phil, I think you just sold me a guitar
@danherrick2310
@danherrick2310 2 жыл бұрын
I wish Yamaha was more accessible as a brand like Ibanez. Ibanez and Yamaha put some of the most thought into their design, killer guitars. Unfortunately i've not found an AZ that was built perfectly at any price, and Yamaha's MIJ stuff is hard to come by. Maybe i need to get over my MII phobia (caused by ibanez)
@dragan4658
@dragan4658 2 жыл бұрын
Whaaaat? You can make your own! I know you can, I've seen many of your build videos!
@zachmusic4511
@zachmusic4511 2 жыл бұрын
Godins doing a lot of cool stuff as well!
@auntjenifer7774
@auntjenifer7774 2 жыл бұрын
Line 6 and Yamaha are very on the edge technology wise and I think this is a groundwork for more to come !
@auntjenifer7774
@auntjenifer7774 2 жыл бұрын
@@danherrick2310 all of my made in Indonesia guitars are top notch and didn't cost more than $500 !
@kingstumble
@kingstumble 2 жыл бұрын
I like Yamaha as a company. Pianos to motor bikes. Everything they make is high quality.
@briankuyken9788
@briankuyken9788 2 жыл бұрын
I like to play my Yamaha Pacifica wirelessly while mowing my lawn on my Yamaha riding mower.
@carmineredd1198
@carmineredd1198 2 жыл бұрын
i have a xj550 maxim 4 cylinder sure is is 1/4th the size of a harley but a harley cannot keep up with it and costs 20x more and cannot go offroad as well
@CristiNeagu
@CristiNeagu 2 жыл бұрын
I have an 18 year old EG112. Stripped it of all the hardware and electronics (which is where the cost savings happened), and I was left with an amazing body and neck. Loaded it up with Fender CS pickups, Callaham bridge, Graphtech tuners, and now it's an amazing guitar. Even their cheapest stuff is still made with as much care as possible.
@gregmiller7123
@gregmiller7123 2 жыл бұрын
But a piano with a kick starter?!...just saying! 😂
@CristiNeagu
@CristiNeagu 2 жыл бұрын
@@gregmiller7123 Well... pianos do have pedals, so... close enough.
@ACoustaDC
@ACoustaDC 2 жыл бұрын
I like that Yamaha makes this body shape and head stock style in a world of Les Paul's and strat copies. It's Unique but not over the top and the paint job is super cool.
@PastelComGini
@PastelComGini 2 жыл бұрын
I only wish they had a real maple top (not cap) and carved. I think it would look great. This shape is IMO better than the the SG-xxxx (currently SG-1800, I guess).
@JeanMarceaux
@JeanMarceaux 2 жыл бұрын
I wish more companies would make designs like this
@johnwest6083
@johnwest6083 2 жыл бұрын
Its an SG.
@JeanMarceaux
@JeanMarceaux 2 жыл бұрын
@@johnwest6083 it's more of a doublecut les paul, really.
@treignsinblood
@treignsinblood 2 жыл бұрын
@@JeanMarceaux reverend guitars
@msh6865
@msh6865 2 жыл бұрын
I' started playing Yamaha Pacifica's over 35 years ago and have never stopped. Yamaha simply makes some of best player friendly instruments on the planet. Lots of bang for your buck.
@MainPrism
@MainPrism 2 жыл бұрын
Do they have any good 24 fret models with a Floyd system?
@msh6865
@msh6865 2 жыл бұрын
@@MainPrism not on the new Pacificas. The new ones use Wilkinson trems with locking tuners. Several models from the late 80's and 90's offered Floyd's though.
@MainPrism
@MainPrism 2 жыл бұрын
@@msh6865 Awesome, thank you. I frequent Reverb so I'll keep my eyes peeled. Maybe I can snag up a good deal on a older model.
@CharfishDesign
@CharfishDesign 2 жыл бұрын
Same! Got a Pacifica in ‘92 as a graduation present. I believe they were $150 back then and it blows away almost every $3000 guitar I’ve tried. Such a great guitar.
@makT
@makT 2 жыл бұрын
@byron schuetz The Yamaha RGX 721 DG had a floyd and 24 frets. It was made around 1997
@mrbertiep1
@mrbertiep1 2 жыл бұрын
I bought my SA 2000 years back. It is an awesome instrument. Yamaha make wonderful instruments with quality woods, components and construction.
@riloh58
@riloh58 2 жыл бұрын
damnit Phil! I’ve been fighting the urge on these new Revstars and you’re not helping. The smile on your face when playing tells me all I need to know.
@seanfromaustin
@seanfromaustin 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Revstar review! Thanks, Phil. I've been waiting for this one.
@richdubbya
@richdubbya 2 жыл бұрын
I have 2 Yamaha Revs.. a RS502 (flat green with p90s) and a RS820cr (race stripe). Both solid bodies. GREAT GUITARS! Thought I'd change the pickups? No need. Great feel, great sound. They seem setup from the factory.. I love em.
@glenclifton4563
@glenclifton4563 2 жыл бұрын
I've been watching you for about five years and I've never seen you this happy with a guitar. You smiled through the whole video . I'm with Dan, I think I've gotta have one!! Great video as always!!
@Xcorgi
@Xcorgi Жыл бұрын
You don’t normally see Phil smile when playing while doing a demo. So even with the rigorous overview and checks he did on this guitar, that rare smile tells us all we need to know. Also I’ve never heard him stop to say “that’s fricken awesome” in the middle of playing. At the end he said he doesn’t like to rave but he did actually let that slip a bit. 🤣 The sheer quality and intelligent innovation that went into this guitar 🎸 is definitely worth the low price of $799.00 for admission. These things are on back order everywhere you look for a damn good reason. As soon as I see a new one available, I’ll jump on this in a heartbeat!
@TELarkin61
@TELarkin61 2 жыл бұрын
As always, thoughtful, informative video! Gotta say, this has become my favorite guitar channel.
@jasonmcmillan4373
@jasonmcmillan4373 2 жыл бұрын
The attention to detail in this review is outstanding, and the guitar is too. Thanks Phil. Thanks Yamaha.
@Xaltar_
@Xaltar_ 2 жыл бұрын
When Phil looks like he's having a blast you just know it's good. Awesome guitar and great review Phil, thanks for the great content.
@darrensjames
@darrensjames 2 жыл бұрын
The energy and enthusiasm that you put into this video certainly tells us that this guitar is a very well-crafted instrument. Thank you, Phill.
@captainbritain6737
@captainbritain6737 2 жыл бұрын
And that it was sponsored by Yamaha
@rockyfolksy8639
@rockyfolksy8639 2 жыл бұрын
Great geeky stuff Phillip. This is how a demo should be done!👌 Keep em coming with other brands of guitars. I dig it a lot!
@fenderbass0
@fenderbass0 2 жыл бұрын
With a transformer turns ratio of 1:2, that will indeed double the voltage driving the amp, which is also 6 dB. However, that comes at a price. The load impedance seen by the guitar pickups decreases 4-fold. If the amplifier has a 1 Meg input impedance, that now looks like 250k which will dampen the resonance of the pickups. Further, the cable capacitance will be multiplied by 4. For example, a 10 foot cable with 300 pF of capacitance will look like 1200 pF to the pickups with the boost on. Both of these factors will darken the tone by suppressing high frequencies.
@lonerjuan
@lonerjuan 2 жыл бұрын
Shouldn't the parasitic capacitance become 75pF instead of 1200pF?
@fenderbass0
@fenderbass0 2 жыл бұрын
@@lonerjuan Impedance seen by the pickups goes down by the turns ratio squared, or factor of 4. Impedance of the capacitor is calculated as inverse in frequency and capacitance -- 1/(2pi*f*C). Therefore the equivalent capacitance is multiplied by 4.
@sahanulgen7214
@sahanulgen7214 2 жыл бұрын
Correct!!! And that’s why I wouldn’t spend money on this thing. A great looking guitar cosmetically but sounds dull
@RainerK.
@RainerK. 2 жыл бұрын
@@sahanulgen7214 That must be why so many people love this thing, because it sounds dull -_-
@davidrees1840
@davidrees1840 2 жыл бұрын
...but this goes to 11.
@joetspaulding
@joetspaulding 2 жыл бұрын
I hope Yamaha comes up with something this exciting for us bass players! a chambered BB with stainless steel frets would be killer
@peekaboo4390
@peekaboo4390 2 жыл бұрын
I own a chambered BB with Quilted maple caps back and front, but it is a custom bass.
@Lysdexia
@Lysdexia Жыл бұрын
My favourite guitar review channel by far - so trustworthy that I bought this guitar, albeit in the black finish. You're doing a terrific job, Mr McKnight.
@hearpalhere
@hearpalhere 2 жыл бұрын
I love that you showed the guts of the guitar Philip and also explained the boost. Not many other review videos even bother to try explaining what the switching options actually do. It's a great looking and sounding guitar.
@ramsilva
@ramsilva 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Phil, was excited to hear about the guitar you were excited about in your live stream…. This did not disappoint!! Thanks for your review!
@valuedhumanoid6574
@valuedhumanoid6574 2 жыл бұрын
That is one amazing guitar. And I don’t think I have missed one of your reviews and I cannot ever remember you being so pleased with a new product. You almost looked surprised! Lol I have a midrange Pacifica and it’s a fabulous instrument. This is on my radar now. Very nice review and that amp trick is bonkers. Never seen a step up transformer in a guitar before. Magic!
@michaelrosa2589
@michaelrosa2589 2 жыл бұрын
Phil thanks for this review!I have wanted you to do this one because I trust your opinion above all others.Thanks for the knowledge!!
@PhillipMcKnight
@PhillipMcKnight 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Michael
@rexrathtar3893
@rexrathtar3893 Жыл бұрын
Such a great review! This was the review that persuaded me to order one of these last summer -- and mine finally arrived this week. It's such a wicked instrument. Bags of fun to play.
@brandontreyborup5179
@brandontreyborup5179 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!! Really enjoyed your comments and demonstrations of the different features.
@innocentoctave
@innocentoctave 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo. Really brings out the distinctive quality of these instruments.
@MrTylero28
@MrTylero28 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been looking at these for a minute now. The dark green one with racing stripes was calling my name a few years ago. But these new models now are screaming my name! Going to have to go get my hands on one and play it.
@minervameza2686
@minervameza2686 2 жыл бұрын
Love these review videos because I get to hear you play, Phil! You’re a great player! I’ve been a fan of the Pacificas, hopefully you can review one someday! KYG strong!
@jwnrocks
@jwnrocks 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! I love the “geeky stuff” you throw in. I can’t recall any other reviewers going into the detail you do. Oh yeah, I love the sound and look of this guitar. I’ve never thought “hey, I gotta have that Yamaha guitar” until now…
@davidcroft9320
@davidcroft9320 2 жыл бұрын
Good review. Thank you for NOT doing all the O/Drive madness that so many reviewers do, thus, we never get to hear how the Guitar basic sounds really are. Now I know how that model Revstar actually sounds, Excellent! Think I'll buy one.
@TheBeriking
@TheBeriking 2 жыл бұрын
Great review, I love how your enthusiasm shines throughout the video. You’re so obviously happy to share a great new experience! Obviously Yamaha have hit it out of the park with these. Must say I am partial to the green one, although I wish they would have offered it with P90s …
@brucezeichner4172
@brucezeichner4172 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Very informative! Waiting for mine to be delivered.
@danielguimaraes8705
@danielguimaraes8705 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Now I feel more confident to buy one. Thank you and congratulations for the great work!
@HiredGoonage
@HiredGoonage 2 жыл бұрын
Phil that is a fantastic review. Thanks for this.
@def4de
@def4de 11 ай бұрын
Just wanted to say thanks for this review - I've bought one of these, had it a bout two weeks now, and I've never been happier with a guitar.
@MrMjp58
@MrMjp58 Жыл бұрын
I played one today in a shop. It was absolutely superb. Maybe the best set-up electric guitar I've ever tried. The neck, fingerboard, fretting, intonation and playability were utter perfection. I didn't know about the 'boost' function, so never tried that. The only bit I didn't like all that much, was the position of the jack socket, which was a bit clunky when trying to adjust things, and altering one's playing position [I usually play, seated]. I always prefer front mounted sockets, like a 335, or especially, a Strat. Altogether, an exceptionally well built and great sounding and playing guitar.
@timothyplonk6881
@timothyplonk6881 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I've been wanting to find out more about these Yamaha guitars. Thanks to this I'm leaning towards buying one 🎸👍
@dennisl501
@dennisl501 5 ай бұрын
Superb review, Phillip. Sincere thanks. Your review clearly explained and confirmed what other awesome, tenured guitarists have praised about the 2G Revstar HH here on KZfaq. I specifically appreciate your assessment of the 2G Revstar HH because I now understand how the circuitry affects the instrument's interaction with the amp. You can only imagine how excited I am about the passive boost in this guitar. I'm in. And, I'm going shopping! 😊🎉
@stephanematis
@stephanematis 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this! I was super curious about exactly this.
@chris.honeycutt
@chris.honeycutt 2 жыл бұрын
Best guitar value around for sure
@joedavis8481
@joedavis8481 2 жыл бұрын
I've been wanting a revstar for a while now. I'm really glad I waited , I just ordered the pro. 🎸🤟🍻
@johnniepage3844
@johnniepage3844 2 жыл бұрын
These are really nice guitars! I was surprised at how comfortable they are to play,and how great they sound!!! Great video!!
@JohnOShaughnessy
@JohnOShaughnessy 2 жыл бұрын
That was an awesome review. I was looking to see something like this on the new Revstar. I would probably go for a Japanese built one, but like you, I am very impressed at the amount of innovation and care have gone into the new range. Even the cheapest ones, the Element series is really impressive and sounds great with lots of versatility, great for learners who often can't spend a lot on an instrument yet need something accurate and proper.
@hireality
@hireality 2 жыл бұрын
What a review Philip, subscribed 👍 Yamaha delivers again. One step closer to buy a Revstar, please review and demo the P90 version too ✨
@russl9029
@russl9029 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this really made me change my mind about Yamaha guitars! Thanks for the review!
@truthfactreality6814
@truthfactreality6814 Жыл бұрын
Finally got mine today. I got the flash green version. Amazing look and the spec and build quality is amazing. Especially for the price !!
@ellesnyder942
@ellesnyder942 Жыл бұрын
When did u order it? I'm still waiting.
@truthfactreality6814
@truthfactreality6814 Жыл бұрын
@@ellesnyder942 I didn’t. They had 1 in stock at Andertons
@eddiejr540
@eddiejr540 2 жыл бұрын
I was in guitar center a few weeks ago... I played an old used Pacifica and it was THE best playing guitar in the entire store...so there’s that!!!!
@Chaseracing
@Chaseracing 2 жыл бұрын
Oh man. Finally something new and exciting for electronics! I thought we may have been out of new ideas. Sooo….now I need one.
@andystagger2906
@andystagger2906 2 жыл бұрын
I have several acoustic /electric Yamahas and they sound as good as my Martin and Taylor guitars… I really want a Revstar ❤️ they look and sound amazing! Love your channel you ROCK Phil❤️🤘😉
@chairmankaga101
@chairmankaga101 Жыл бұрын
Man, Yamaha just flies under the radar, but this thing is amazing. I have a pair of Yamaha acoustics and can confirm the quality to dollar ratio is beyond compare.
@kevinmorris7722
@kevinmorris7722 2 жыл бұрын
Wow.... Your face said it all. And I agree. Wow... Great video, love that you couldn't hide how much you enjoyed that.
@chrisnedbalek2866
@chrisnedbalek2866 Жыл бұрын
Great review, Phil, your review really helped me!
@freehey629
@freehey629 2 жыл бұрын
Killer guitar, I wish they hadn't made it so large though. The Revstars were already borderline big for us more modest sized guys lol, but they made it even bigger.
@nickfit3
@nickfit3 2 жыл бұрын
Well, at last you can play a Les Paul without it looking like a mandolin, I'm 6'4" and it's a problem...
@JadeEyeland
@JadeEyeland 2 жыл бұрын
@@nickfit3 im 6 4 and play a hofner bass copy just to see the looks people give me lol
@CristiNeagu
@CristiNeagu 2 жыл бұрын
Yamaha have always made great guitars. I have an 18 year old EG112, which is so bog cheap you can't even find much information on it. They skimped on the electronics and hardware, but the wood on it is solid. Stripped it of everything, added custom, high quality electronics and hardware, and now it's an amazing guitar. Hopefully the new Revstar will introduce more people to Yamaha.
@davidjones8647
@davidjones8647 2 жыл бұрын
The transformer reminds me of the Epiphone Jack Cassidy bass, I've been wondering for a long time why nobody had put one in a guitar, but here we are :) This is the kind of innovation I like to see. More companies shouldn't be afraid to make passive guitar circuit changes. Very glad you reviewed this one Phil! I always trust KYG reviews since they are always geared towards viewers/consumers rather than reciting the same kind of bullet points the brand seems to want to push in their marketing campaign. I've seen so many positive reviews on YT of this guitar which I take with a grain of salt, but when I see KYG has a positive review, I know it's credible. Keep up the good work Phil.
@edschnurr1851
@edschnurr1851 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil! I'm learning" slowly but you do"... explain in terms I can understand!!
@laboratoryrack6488
@laboratoryrack6488 Жыл бұрын
Yamaha's always been a great bang for the buck. From the Pacificas with confusing names, to the SG's and now the Revstar... Dammit, now I want one of those.
@zazamithendir9235
@zazamithendir9235 Жыл бұрын
Great revue, well presented and very useful!
@LSlick622
@LSlick622 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought the made in japan RSP02T in that swift blue with the p90s and that sounds amazing. I love how the guitar comfortable the guitar is and feels. And that tailpiece is just icing on the cake as well
@LSlick622
@LSlick622 2 жыл бұрын
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 yes it comes with a satin neck
@nisterror
@nisterror 2 жыл бұрын
beautiful instrument, with clever and usable electronic configurations
@DaniBlack80
@DaniBlack80 2 жыл бұрын
As a left handed guitarist I'm really thinking about this guitar, sounds awesome and it's well build. I love the push pull trick with that transformer. Thanks a lot for this video!
@Xcorgi
@Xcorgi Жыл бұрын
Don’t be to sure about that. Pretty much every music store website you go to these things are out of stock and are in back order. That should tell you quite a bit.
@johnf.r6658
@johnf.r6658 Жыл бұрын
Did you get one ? If so,How you like it ?
@peekaboo4390
@peekaboo4390 2 жыл бұрын
Yamaha is a great company and everything they make is high quality. I own 10 yamaha basses vintage and modern and I drive a Volvo with a Yamaha developed V8.
@JDog_Unchained
@JDog_Unchained 2 жыл бұрын
Fender needs to take note. We need stainless steel frets on the player series!
@noecuesta7888
@noecuesta7888 2 жыл бұрын
I admit that stainless Steel frets are the future, But sone vintage men like older frets. Maybe the best solution is made two ways: modern series with stainless frets for you and vintage series with traditional médium frets for me.👍 Yamaha made fantastic guitars.
@JDog_Unchained
@JDog_Unchained 2 жыл бұрын
@@noecuesta7888 that would be fine with me. I want are options
@timothypotter2137
@timothypotter2137 Жыл бұрын
This guitar sounds like it can be used for about any sound, Ryan (60 Cycle Hum) even did convincing surf licks on it. Love it.
@stevendegoodmojosmet4034
@stevendegoodmojosmet4034 Жыл бұрын
Great review Phillip, this one is on my list, this and the Larry Carlton with P90's .. Had a great Yamaha motorcycle well built, and some good classic guitars . . Have a great day sir. greatings from Belgium.
@douglaschristine8387
@douglaschristine8387 Жыл бұрын
I could tell you really enjoyed yourself with this guitar and now it's my turn.
@akwamarsunzal
@akwamarsunzal 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! That neck pickup in clean sounds amazing!
@noahtenshen
@noahtenshen 2 жыл бұрын
I hope my like made you feel better. I know I feel better. Thanks for the demo. You Rock Groovy One!
@TheFojacko2
@TheFojacko2 2 жыл бұрын
Those inlays are really awesome, kinda reminds me of the inlays that schecter are using on their omen elite range but less "metal".
@RickRomanelli
@RickRomanelli 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, Phil. Thanks for all the info.
@stevencohen5116
@stevencohen5116 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this review, as this guitar looks to be a great value. Thank you
@brenthorrocks
@brenthorrocks 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Phil! I love that guitar!
@tekis0
@tekis0 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!! Great sounds around 16:00!!
@phillipalter6499
@phillipalter6499 8 ай бұрын
Bought a P90 version of this guitar in Merlot after watching this video -- took it home and played it for hours, and when I went to bed I took it and played it in bed unplugged. Then I went and got my pocket amp and played it through the pocket amp -- seriously love the sound and feel of this guitar. Fantastic build quality, the most I've done to it since owning it is lower the bridge by *maybe* a half a millimeter to get it to my preferred action, but that was it.
@IDGAF_PLUS
@IDGAF_PLUS 2 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased a Yamaha solid rosewood acoustic after a TON of research and deciding they were the best bang for buck for the features I was looking for. Got one of their Japan models. Yamaha knows how to make an amazing instrument, and they do it at prices well below what others are doing for the quality. I have zero doubt that this is a fantastic guitar.
@TheChristafershawn
@TheChristafershawn 2 жыл бұрын
Me too.... I did the AC5R....very nice. I will be getting one of these as well most likely. Enjoy the guitar.
@IDGAF_PLUS
@IDGAF_PLUS 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheChristafershawn Haha! Same one here. Quality is astounding, and you'd have to pay double for the same features on a Taylor or Martin. I suspect the quality of the Revstar Pro will be mindblowing. You could spend all you want on whatever Gibson but you'd never get something this feature rich (they just don't make it), nor of this quality.
@thesmellycatjazz
@thesmellycatjazz 2 жыл бұрын
Yamahas tends to be a great value in everything they do. From guitars, saxes, trumpets, and synths, they are always in the conversation. I prefer shredder guitars, and will often find myself looking at Yamahas.
@riloh58
@riloh58 2 жыл бұрын
Last year I was researching mid price acoustics for my daughter and went with a Yamaha. Undoubtedly great bang for the buck. Sounds great, plays great, looks great. I wanted it. On top of that just bought a Yamaha YC88 keyboard. Again great bang for the buck and the build quality is excellent. That board came from Indo (I thought it might be a Japan build) like the low and mid tier Revstars. Indonesia seem to be doing some really great work on building musical instruments for several brands. And now I’m sounding like a Yamaha fan boi which may actually be true. Not intentional but they are making some really great instruments at all price points.
@IDGAF_PLUS
@IDGAF_PLUS 2 жыл бұрын
@@thesmellycatjazz Don't forget motorcycles and hifi stereo systems. My first proper stereo was an amazing Yamaha system, and my stepdad has a late 70s Yamaha system that's unbelievable and I'm hoping to get it. Shredder guitars huh? When I think of shredders I don't think Yamaha, but Michael Lee Firkins was a Yamaha player and he's wicked good.
@collinw1353
@collinw1353 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a Yamaha acoustic and thoroughly impressed by the quality and sound. Never thought I would be saying that about Yamaha when comparing to the big acoustic names.
@peekaboo4390
@peekaboo4390 2 жыл бұрын
Yamaha acoustic guitars are some of the best.
@bradleythompson5737
@bradleythompson5737 2 жыл бұрын
I know what my next guitar will be. That guitar sounds amazing!!!
@garycoraluzzi1166
@garycoraluzzi1166 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Very very informative. Thank you very much. Great guitar
@OssianEMills
@OssianEMills 2 жыл бұрын
Great Demo! I own one of the first run Revstars and can’t wait to get one of these (P90, this tim).
@BrianSGuitars
@BrianSGuitars 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds great with some gain! Love that color too!
@danbuter
@danbuter 2 жыл бұрын
I literally bought a Fender Telecaster a week before these were released. I would have bought that blue version if I'd known about it. I like my Fender, but damn, that Yamaha is built better, and it costs less.
@Clutch3672
@Clutch3672 2 жыл бұрын
Great review as always, thank you.
@vondenballs
@vondenballs 2 жыл бұрын
This guitar looks great and has the sound I like. In my wishlist.
@MrMegafish
@MrMegafish 2 жыл бұрын
I have a Revstar RS420 and love it. It needed a good setup and once that was done it’s all I can do to give my other guitars some love. I also have a Pacifica and think Yamaha is making some excellent guitars. These new models have me planning a new purchase this year. I’m just torn between the version in your review and the P90 version to get something different.
@rydinorwin
@rydinorwin 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, great review!
@gvp
@gvp 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Great guitar for the price. I really appreciate you telling us it's made in Indonesia less than a minute in. It's important information that is not clearly mentioned when you buy it (at least on the Yamaha and main dealers websites).
@0hMyGandhi
@0hMyGandhi 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this video! Nothing more to add.
@leahbush8262
@leahbush8262 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tasteful playing that lets us hear the actual instrument 🎸
@sbesbesbe
@sbesbesbe 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. People are sleeping on Yahama. Their build quality is incredible. I just bought a Pacifica 611 and I love it. It's like a custom shop guitar for roughly $700: alder or maple body, maple neck, Seymour Duncan pickups, Wilkinson bridge, Grover locking tuners and the tone switch converts the bridge humbucker to a single coil. I've never owned a guitar with P90s in them but the neck Seymour Duncan P90 sounds amazing. The frets on the 611 are high quality too.
@christopherhansford6876
@christopherhansford6876 Жыл бұрын
Ooh! Sounds cool!
@whittlad
@whittlad 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Phillip, I own a previous generation Revstar RS502T with P90's and it is without doubt one of the best, most versatile guitars I have ever played and owned. The build quality and playability are superb and I highly recommend these guitars to all - try them!😎🤘👍
@unknownk8087
@unknownk8087 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this great review! liked and subscribed :D
@rockyfolksy8639
@rockyfolksy8639 Жыл бұрын
Finally tried this guitar today. I was blown away with the quality. It sounds and feels amazing.👌
@Adi300594
@Adi300594 10 ай бұрын
Bought this exact variant in red recently. I cannot keep it down I just love this guitar
@jakeadams-wilson7697
@jakeadams-wilson7697 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks!
@Stryngz21
@Stryngz21 2 жыл бұрын
Just saw the ad today for this guitar and they offer this guitar left handed. I’m definitely buying soon in Blue . The mid-range model LH. Thank you for the demo.
@fritzherrmann762
@fritzherrmann762 Жыл бұрын
Sounds gorgeous Philip
@tubebobwil
@tubebobwil 2 жыл бұрын
This guitar sounds and looks amazing
@rickmoore52
@rickmoore52 Жыл бұрын
Great review Phillip. In fact, all your reviews are well done and provide more details that are appreciated. I like everything about this guitar except for the body shape and colors. Otherwise I'd be glad to own and play one.
@allanflippin2453
@allanflippin2453 2 жыл бұрын
Phil, I'm hoping you can take a look at the P90 version as well. Thanks so much!
@apico
@apico Жыл бұрын
I have one of the earlier RevStar RS502's with p90s. It's a great guitar but when I saw the new Rev. Stars with stainless steel frets and the vintage looking tuners and the new circuitry, I immediately got online and ordered one. Getting the swift blue just like your demoing. Freaking awesome guitars!
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