Reverend Vernon Reid Totem Talisman
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Reverend
Vernon Reid Totem Talisman
Product Info
Article Number:
610299
Brand:
Reverend
Model:
Vernon Reid Totem Talisman
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$2,198.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Totem Talisman is a serious instrument built for players wanting a unique voice. The Railhammer pickups nail Vernon Reid's signature crunch and clarity, and the Floyd Rose allows for wild dive bombs. It's a premium-priced guitar perfect for modern rock, fusion, and anyone seeking a distinctive, high-performance axe.
Product Description
- Reverend Vernon Reid Totem Talisman
- Electric Guitar
- Vernon Reid (Living Colour) Signature model
- Body: Korina
- Bolt-on neck: Korina
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- American Hobo fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Soft V
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Boneite nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickup: 3 Railhammer Vernon Reid Signature Humbucker
- Volume
- tone and bass contour control
- 5-Way switch
- Floyd Rose 1000 Series Pro tremolo
- Reverend Pin-Lock machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: .010 - .046
- Colour: Talisman
PROS
- • Korina body offers surprising resonance and sustain.
- • Railhammer pickups deliver Vernon Reid's signature aggressive, articulate tone.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides a slick, fast playing experience.
- • Pin-Lock tuners ensure exceptional tuning stability, even with tremolo use.
CONS
- • Korina body can make the guitar feel somewhat hefty, especially with the Floyd Rose.
- • The Soft V neck profile isn’t for everyone; it’s quite pronounced.
- • The bass contour control’s effect can be subtle and require experimentation.
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Key Features
Body Material
Korina
Neck Material
Korina
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
3 Railhammer Vernon Reid Signature Humbucker
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22 Medium jumbo
Bridge
Floyd Rose 1000 Series Pro tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Floyd Rose requires a bit more attention to setup than a fixed bridge; string gauge and tremolo spring tension are crucial for optimal performance and tuning stability.
It's a subtle enhancement, adding a touch of warmth and smoothing out the low-end; it’s best used as a refinement rather than a dramatic change in tone.
The Soft V profile is more pronounced than the slimmer Reverend necks typically found on their left-handed models; it's a distinct feel that some players will love, others might find less comfortable.
