Yamaha Revstar RSS02T Hot Merlot

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Yamaha Revstar RSS02T Hot Merlot

Yamaha

Revstar RSS02T Hot Merlot

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Product Info

Article Number: 539438
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Revstar RSS02T Hot Merlot
Price: $831.60

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The Revstar RSS02T is a seriously cool guitar. It’s got that vintage vibe with modern touches like the carbon-reinforced neck, making it comfortable and stable. Ideal for players wanting a P90 growl and a unique look without spending a fortune.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Revstar RSS02T Hot Merlot
  • Electric Guitar
  • Standard series
  • Chambered mahogany body
  • Maple top
  • Glued-in 3-piece mahogany neck with carbon reinforcement
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • White Lines fretboard inlays
  • Neck thickness at 1st fret: 21 mm / at 12th fret: 24 mm
  • Scale length: 629 mm (24
  • 76")
  • Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Nut width: 41.9 mm (1.65")
  • PPS nut
  • 22 Jumbo stainless steel frets
  • Pickup: 2x P90 AlNiCo 5 single coils
  • Master volume control
  • Master tone control with push/pull function for focus
  • 5-Way switch
  • 3-Ply cream pickguard
  • Tune-O-Matic bridge with racing tailpiece
  • DieCast tuners
  • Chrome hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: Elixir Nanoweb Light .010 - .046 (Art. 152175)
  • Colour: Hot Merlot
  • Incl. Deluxe Gigbag
PROS
  • • Chambered mahogany body provides excellent resonance and sustain.
  • • P90 pickups deliver thick, warm tone with plenty of character.
  • • Glued-in neck with carbon rods enhances stability and upper fret access.
  • • Racing tailpiece adds a unique aesthetic and improves string alignment.
CONS
  • • The Hot Merlot finish, while striking, might not appeal to all players.
  • • P90 pickups can be noisy at higher gain settings – a classic trait.
  • • The 12” radius fretboard might feel less familiar to players used to flatter profiles.

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Key Features

Body Material Chambered Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material 3-Piece Mahogany with Carbon Reinforcement
Fingerboard Rosewood with White Lines Inlays
Pickups 2 x P90 AlNiCo 5 Single Coils
Scale Length 629 mm (24.76")
Frets 22 Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge Tune-O-Matic with Racing Tailpiece
Weight 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - estimated

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Frequently Asked Questions

It essentially acts as a mid-range focus control, tightening the sound and adding clarity, useful for cutting through a mix.
The 24mm thickness at the 12th fret is moderate; some larger hands might find it a touch on the thicker side, but the carbon rods prevent excessive neck bow.
The Revstar offers a similar P90 experience but with a more modern neck profile and a more refined feel, and a distinct aesthetic – it's a great alternative to a pricier vintage-inspired option.

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