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Description

The Reverend Sensei RT is a solid body electric guitar that brings a touch of innovation to the classic design you know and love. This guitar boasts a chambered korina body, giving it a lightweight feel without compromising on tone. The korina wood is known for its rich, resonant qualities, providing a balanced sound that is both dynamic and articulate. The Sensei RT is equipped with Reverend's own Retroblast mini-humbuckers, which deliver a bright and punchy tone, perfect for a variety of playing styles from rock to blues.

Designed with versatility in mind, the Reverend Sensei RT features a three-piece korina neck with a medium oval profile, ensuring comfort and ease of play. The 22 medium jumbo frets on a 12" radius fretboard provide smooth playability and precision. The guitar's Wilkinson WVS50 IIK tremolo system allows for expressive pitch bends while maintaining tuning stability, making it a reliable choice for both lead and rhythm guitarists.

The Sensei RT includes a bass contour control, a unique feature that lets you tailor your sound by adjusting the low-end frequencies, offering a more customizable tonal range. This guitar is not just about looks and sound; it's built to last with a six-bolt neck construction for enhanced durability.

Key Features:

  • Chambered korina body for lightweight feel and rich tone
  • Retroblast mini-humbuckers for bright, punchy sound
  • Three-piece korina neck with medium oval profile
  • 22 medium jumbo frets on a 12" radius fretboard
  • Wilkinson WVS50 IIK tremolo system for stable pitch bending
  • Bass contour control for adjustable tonal range
  • Six-bolt neck construction for increased durability

Product specs

Brand Reverend
Model Sensei RT
Finish Blue Metal Flake, Silver Metal Flake
Year 2010s
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Stop-Bar
Color Family Blue, Silver
Neck Construction Set-Neck
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 Sensei RT have, and what tones can I expect?

The Reverend Sensei RT features Revtron pickups, which offer a bright, twangy tone with a punchy midrange, ideal for rock, blues, and surf music.

Is the Reverend Sensei RT suitable for beginner guitarists?

Yes, the Reverend Sensei RT is suitable for beginners due to its comfortable neck profile, versatile sound, and quality construction, making it easy to play and adaptable to various music styles.

How does the set-neck construction of the Reverend Sensei RT affect playability?

The set-neck construction enhances sustain and provides a smooth transition between the neck and body, offering comfortable access to higher frets for lead playing.

What is the body shape of the Reverend Sensei RT, and how does it impact the guitar's ergonomics?

The Reverend Sensei RT has a double cutaway, offset body shape, which offers excellent balance and comfortable playability, especially when standing with a strap.

What kind of bridge does the Reverend Sensei RT have and how does it affect tuning stability?

The Reverend Sensei RT is equipped with a stop-bar tailpiece, which provides solid tuning stability and sustain, making it reliable for both live performances and studio sessions.

Robert DeVito

Robert DeVito

Bobby DeVito demo Reverend Sensei RT guitar REVTRON pickups

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Bobby DeVito demo Reverend Sensei RT guitar REVTRON pickups

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Robert DeVito

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Sensei RT-Reverend-Demo

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Loud Guitars

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Reverend Sensei RT NAMM 2013 thru Earthquaker Hoof Fuzz / Jet City Amp

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Reverend Sensei RT Demo

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Drew Loudguitars

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Manchester Music Mill - Reverend Sensei RT

Manchester Music Mill

Manchester Music Mill

Reviews

PROS

  • Impressive sustain and stability, suitable for various playing styles

  • Lightweight Korina body and neck, resonant even when unplugged

  • Versatile sound, ranges from Chet Atkins to Malcolm Young tones

  • Comfortable neck with easy-feeling fretboard, excellent for long sessions

  • Big beefy Filtertrons and bass contour knob offer pedal board versatility

  • Excellent build quality for its price range, outperforms competitors below $1500

  • Ebony fretboard with smooth rolled edges, combines hardness of maple with unique feel

  • Capable of achieving diverse tones from tangy Tele to thick Les Paul

CONS

  • Bass contour wiring can cause a significant drop in output/volume

  • Low resale value compared to other brands

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Chuck Ragan

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Hot Water Music

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