Yamaha Revstar RSS20 Lefthand Black

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Yamaha Revstar RSS20 Lefthand Black

Yamaha

Revstar RSS20 Lefthand Black

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 539449
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Revstar RSS20 Lefthand Black
Price: $854.70

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The Revstar RSS20 Lefthand is a seriously impressive guitar for the price. Yamaha nailed the feel and tone—it’s got a comfortable neck, a warm yet articulate sound, and a build quality that punches way above its class. This is a fantastic option for left-handed players looking for a versatile, reliable workhorse guitar.

Product Description

  • Yamaha Revstar RSS20 Lefthand Black
  • Electric Guitar
  • Left-handed model
  • Standard Series
  • Chambered mahogany body
  • Maple neck
  • Set-in 3-piece mahogany neck with carbon reinforcement
  • rosewood fingerboard
  • White lines finegrboard inlays
  • Scale: 629 mm (24.76")
  • Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12")
  • Nut width: 41.9 mm (1.65")
  • 22 Jumbo stainless steel frets
  • Pickups: VH5b AlNiCo 5 (bridge) and VH5n AlNiCo 5 (neck) humbuckers
  • Master volume control
  • MAster tone control with push/pull function for focus
  • 5-Way switch
  • 3-Ply black pickguard
  • Tune-O-Matic Steg mit Stopbar Tailpiece
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Light 010 - .046 (Art.#152175#)
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes gig bag
PROS
  • • Chambered mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant, and surprisingly lightweight feel.
  • • Stainless steel frets offer smooth playability and resist wear remarkably well.
  • • VH5 humbuckers provide a versatile range from thick rhythm to searing lead tones.
  • • Carbon-reinforced neck enhances stability and minimizes unwanted string bending.
CONS
  • • Rosewood fingerboard might feel a little dry for some players, requiring occasional conditioning.
  • • The push/pull tone control, while useful, can feel a little stiff and not as refined.
  • • Hardware, while functional, doesn’t quite match the premium feel of higher-end instruments.

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Key Features

Body Material Chambered mahogany
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups VH5b AlNiCo 5 (bridge), VH5n AlNiCo 5 (neck) humbuckers
Scale Length 629 mm (24.76 in)
Frets 22 Jumbo stainless steel
Bridge Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar Tailpiece
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It leans towards a vintage-inspired tone with a good amount of warmth and sustain, but the pickups have a surprising amount of high-end clarity.
The neck has a comfortable 'C' shape, and the 1.65 in nut width offers enough room without feeling overly wide.
Yes, it acts as a focus control, effectively tightening up the low-end and enhancing mid-range presence – a subtle but useful tweak.

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