Pricing and availability

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Sweetwater
4.0 (1)
$1,699.00
Guitar Center
$1,699.00
Reverb
5.0 (15)
$1,439.00 New
$1,000.00 Used
Musician's Friend
5.0 (1)
$1,699.00
Thomann
5.0 (1)
$1,555.00

Average Price: $1,515

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$400

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Description

The Reverend Gristlemaster is a T-style guitar that takes the classic design to new heights with its modern advancements and premium components. It boasts the Fishman Fluence Greg Koch "Gristle-Tone" Signature pickup set, providing you with two distinct voicings at the push of a button. This transformative feature allows you to switch seamlessly between a clear, chimey tone reminiscent of the vintage T-style guitars and a punchier, muscular character akin to the '50s Black-Guard era.

This guitar is not just about the sound; it's also about the performance. With Reverend Pin-Lock tuning machines, your strings stay perfectly in place, ensuring out-of-this-world tuning stability and speedy string changes. The Wilkinson bridge with compensated brass saddles guarantees precise intonation while maximizing your attack and sustain.

The Reverend Gristlemaster is a testament to Reverend Guitars' commitment to quality and exceptional tone. It's a guitar designed with the player in mind, marrying classic design with modern technology, and is perfect for any guitarist looking for a unique addition to their collection.

Key Features:

  • Developed in collaboration with world-renowned guitarist Greg Koch
  • Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristle-Tone Signature active pickups offer 2 distinct T-style voicings with zero hum
  • Up to 250 hours of play time on a single battery charge
  • Roasted maple neck with compound-radius fretboard for fast, comfortable playability
  • Wilkinson bridge with compensated brass saddles for precise intonation and maximum attack/sustain
  • Chambered body for a harmonically rich tone
  • Triple-tree string tree to prevent G-string buzz in the guitar's nut slot
  • Reverend Pin-Lock tuning machines for tuning stability and quick string changes
  • 6-bolt neck plate for added sustain and tuning consistency
Andertons Music Co

Andertons Music Co

New Reverend Guitars - Roundhouse, Jetstream RB & Greg Koch Gristlemaster!

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New Reverend Guitars - Roundhouse, Jetstream RB & Greg Koch Gristlemaster!

Andertons Music Co

Andertons Music Co

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Reverend Guitars - Greg Koch Gristlemaster!

Andertons Music Co

Andertons Music Co

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The Reverend Greg Koch Signature Gristlemaster • Wildwood Guitars

Wildwood Guitars

Wildwood Guitars

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Greg Koch on his Signature Reverend Gristlemaster

Premier Guitar

Premier Guitar

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Reverend Greg Koch Gristlemaster - Barn red twang machine with a USB plug for its fancy pickups.

60 Cycle Hum

60 Cycle Hum

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Reverend Guitars Greg Koch Signature Gristlemaster • Wildwood Guitars Overview

Wildwood Guitars

Wildwood Guitars

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Reverend Greg Koch Gristlemaster now in stock at Peach Guitars!

Peach Guitars

Peach Guitars

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Reverend || Greg Koch Gristlemaster Electric Guitar Review!

Mr Z's Music Lessons

Mr Z's Music Lessons

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Greg Koch Gristlemaster Guitar Demo

James Biehn

James Biehn

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Reverend Greg Koch Gristlemaster Demo - Sherwood Music

Sherwood Music

Sherwood Music

Reviews

PROS

  • Fishman Fluence pickups offer loud, clear, and punchy tone

  • Roasted maple neck is smooth with a comfortable contour

  • High build quality with exceptional craftsmanship

  • Locking tuners and Wilkinson bridge enhance tuning stability

  • Versatile across genres, suitable for varied musical styles

  • Unique chambered body provides real acoustic volume unplugged

  • Functional tone knob with wide, responsive range

  • Active pickups require charging only after 300 hours

  • Comparable to high-end Telecasters at a competitive price

CONS

  • Slightly larger body size may not suit everyone

Owner Insights

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

Features and functionality

  • The Gristlemaster's Fishman pickups are noiseless and active, requiring charging but lasting 300 hours per charge.

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  • The 'white guard/black guard' switch subtly alters tone, though it's not significantly impactful in a home playing environment.

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  • A voicing switch between the volume and tone knobs switches between "white guard" and "black guard" tones, adding a boost and more mids to the sound.

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  • The Gristlemaster features a raised center block design, similar to other Reverend guitars, which affects the guitar's tonal resonance and sustain.

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Build quality

  • The neck is roasted maple with a satin finish, providing smooth playability and stability against adjustments.

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  • The guitar features Wilkinson compensated brass saddles, balancing vintage and modern design elements.

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User experience

  • Owners note the Gristlemaster feels slightly larger, accommodating taller players like its designer, Greg Koch.

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  • The headstock design, particularly the white R logo, is a common aesthetic complaint, though less bothersome in person.

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  • Owners describe the "black guard" tone as fatter with more pronounced mids, providing a thicker, fuller sound compared to the "white guard" setting.

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Value and pricing

  • Some buyers express that the price point should include a case, though deals can be found to offset this.

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Comparisons

  • The raised center block of the Gristlemaster is likened to the design of the Gibson "Reverse" Firebird, though it utilizes a bolt-on neck rather than a neck-through construction.

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