Reverend Club King RT

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Average Price: $990

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In the Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars category, Reverend Club King RT is priced in the Standard/Professional range. This is quality gear at a fair price point, suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and pros alike.

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This roots/rockabilly hot rod delivers the acoustic overtones of a full size semi-hollow, but with extra clarity and spank courtesy of the 25.5? scale maple neck. This type of pickup is well known for rockabilly tones, but we wound Revtrons slightly hotter than the originals for more sustain, so it’s also a great blues and rock guitar. Solid wood construction is featured throughout, with no veneer or plywood. The back, sides and center block are produced from one slab of korina which is routed from the top, and then capped with a solid spruce top. Excellent sustain and attack are coupled with substantial resonance, for a uniquely big and responsive tone.

Product specs

Brand	Reverend
Model	Club King RT with Blackwood Fretboard and Bigsby, Club King RT with Maple Fretboard and Bigsby, Club King RT with Roasted Maple Neck and Bigsby, Club King RT with Rosewood Fretboard and Bigsby
Finish	Rock Orange, Vintage Clear
Year	2010s
Categories	Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars
Body Shape	Single Cutaway
Body Type	Semi-Hollow Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type	Tremolo Tailpiece
Color Family	Natural, Orange, Tan
Fretboard Material	Blackwood, Maple, Rosewood
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Number of Frets	22
Number of Strings	6-String
Offset Body	Offset Body
Pickup Configuration	HH
Right / Left Handed	Right Handed

FAQs

What type of pickups does the Reverend Club King RT use?: The Reverend Club King RT features two Revtron humbucker pickups, which provide a bright, clear tone with excellent articulation, making it suitable for various music genres like rock, blues, and country.
How does the Bigsby tremolo on the Reverend Club King RT affect playability?: The Bigsby tremolo on the Reverend Club King RT allows for smooth vibrato effects without significantly detuning the guitar, offering enhanced expressiveness for players who enjoy adding subtle pitch variations to their playing.
Is the Reverend Club King RT suitable for live performances?: Yes, the semi-hollowbody design of the Reverend Club King RT provides a rich, resonant sound that projects well in live settings, while the bolt-on neck ensures stability and easy maintenance.
What neck options are available for the Reverend Club King RT?: The Reverend Club King RT offers neck options with Blackwood, Maple, or Rosewood fretboards, each providing a unique feel and tonal characteristic to suit different playing preferences.
How does the semi-hollowbody design of the Reverend Club King RT influence its sound?: The semi-hollowbody design of the Reverend Club King RT enhances its resonance and sustain, delivering a warm, full-bodied tone that is ideal for both clean and overdriven sounds.

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Reverend Club King RT.

Build quality

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Reverend guitars are made from Korina wood, noted for having mahogany-like tone but being more lightweight.
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Some owners noted fret edges could be smoother; consider having a luthier dress them for optimal comfort.
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Setup and maintenance

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Some owners had to redo the setup after string changes, indicating potential need for personal adjustments.
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One guitar arrived with .11 gauge strings and high action, requiring adjustment to .9s for preferred playability.
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Features and functionality

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Reverend guitars come with locking tuners, enhancing tuning stability.
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Club King RT features a satin (possibly tung oil) neck finish, differing from the Manta Ray's gloss neck finish.
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The bass contour control can roll off bass significantly within the first 20% of the knob's range, affecting tone versatility.
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Club King RT has a bolt-on neck compared to the set neck of the Manta Ray, affecting tone and sustain.
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Compared to Jazzmasters, the P90s on a Club King 290 were described as lacking in clarity and articulation, prompting pickup replacement consideration.
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Owners report that Reverend guitars, despite being made in South Korea, are set up in the USA, ensuring quality control.
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A few owners experienced cosmetic issues, such as neck dents and paint cover-ups, affecting perceived quality.
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Mods and upgrades

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Some users replaced stock pickups with Bare Knuckle Pickups (BKP) for improved tone, particularly in bridge positions.
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Value and pricing

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Despite issues, Reverend guitars are still seen as a bargain compared to higher-priced alternatives like Ibanez AZ premiums or Charvel models.
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Dan Auerbach

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The Black Keys

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In this Q&A at the Reverend website, Auerbach states that he has been playing a Club King RT.

Chris Funk

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The Decemberists

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"I think I grabbed it as it had a vibrato bar and just kept using it. I also used my Reverend Club King, which I love, as well as a new prototype 12-string electric they made for me that uses the same body and pickups as the Club King."