Reverend Contender 290 MBK
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Reverend
Contender 290 MBK
Product Info
Article Number:
612966
Brand:
Reverend
Model:
Contender 290 MBK
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,252.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Contender 290 MBK is a seriously cool guitar. The Korina build gives it a warm, woody tone, while the P90 pickups deliver that classic, greasy vibe perfect for rock, blues, and garage rock. It’s a great choice for players wanting a unique feel and tone without the premium price tag of some boutique options.
Product Description
- Reverend Contender 290 MBK
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Korina
- Set-in neck: Korina
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Medium Oval
- White binding
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Boneite nut
- 22 Medium nut
- Pickup: 2 Reverend 9A5 P90-Style (neck and bridge)
- Volume
- tone and bass contour controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- White pickguard
- T.O.M.-style bridge with stop tailpiece
- Reverend Pin-Lock machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .010 - .046
- Colour: Midnight Black
PROS
- • Korina body offers excellent resonance and sustain.
- • 9A5 P90s deliver thick, creamy tones with surprising clarity.
- • Medium Oval neck profile is comfortable for a wide range of players.
- • Pin-Lock tuners provide exceptional tuning stability and ease of string changes.
CONS
- • Korina body can make it feel a bit substantial – not a lightweight axe.
- • Bass Contour control can be a bit finicky to dial in perfectly.
- • Rosewood fretboard may require more frequent oiling to prevent dryness.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Korina
Neck Material
Korina
Fingerboard
Rosewood with White Block Inlays
Pickups
2 Reverend 9A5 P90-Style
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22 Medium
Bridge
T.O.M.-style with Stop Tailpiece
Weight
8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bass Contour adds a mid-bass boost, helping the guitar cut through a mix or adding warmth; it’s most effective with darker amp settings but requires careful tweaking.
The Medium Oval profile is generally comfortable, but it’s not as wide as some vintage-style necks; players with very large hands might prefer a wider option.
The Pin-Lock tuners offer significantly improved tuning stability compared to traditional tuners, minimizing slippage and making string changes easier.
