Reverend Guitars is a US-based brand that continues to make high-quality guitars.
The innovative structure and unique design of their guitars have the potential to become new standards.
One of the major features of this brand is that they have developed many original hardware such as pickups and bridges and incorporated them into their products.
The greatest appeal of Reverend Guitars is that they neatly balance their originality with musicality and practicality.
The Thundergun is a powerful weapon for bassists, with a base of old school sound but also a punchy modern tone.
The neck is jointed with a set neck, with a joint angle, and the head is angled rather than stepped.
From this point, it is obvious that it is not a jazz bass style.
The neck PU is a PB style "SPLIT BRICK NECK" that gives a deep funk sound, and the bridge PU is a MM style humbucking pickup "THICK BRICK BRIDGE" that has a warm yet powerful mid-range and a hot punch like an active PU.
Both are original designs that use ceramic magnets.
The smooth nuance unique to the set neck is a perfect match with the thick "SPLIT BRICK NECK", and you can get a thick and flexible sound.
The great advantage is that you can get a powerful and hot sound without losing the function of the bass even in the rear because the low to mid-range is very rich.
The neck is a 5-piece laminate style using Korina and Walnut.
The body is made of medium lightweight Korina.
The thickness of the body is adjusted in different parts, but the wings are thinner than the center to adjust the resonance and provide a long sustain.
They use a lot of original hardware, but also incorporate third-party products at key points, such as the HIPSHOT Ultralite tuning machines.
They have a strong concept, but also a neat design that does not lose its beautiful practicality or musicality.
There are not many other brands like this, and their skills are certainly appreciated, especially in Europe and the United States.
They also make a signature model for legendary bassist Meshell Ndegeocello, which is based on the Thundergun design.
I think Ndegeocello herself liked this model from the beginning.
This is a model that I would recommend to anyone looking for a "rustic, thick sound" like a Precision Bass or SG Bass.
●SPECS
Body: Korina Solidbody
Pickups: Thick Brick Bridge, Split Brick Neck
Bridge: String-thru-body or top-load, 3/4" spacing.
Neck: 5-Piece Korina/Walnut
Scale: 34"
Neck Profile: Medium Oval
Fingerboard: Rosewood - 12" Radius
Frets: 21 - 0.110"W x 0.050"H
Truss Rod: Dual Action, Headstock Access
Tuners: Hipshot Ultralight, 1/2" Dia. Shaft
Nut: 42mm width, Boneite
Controls: Volume, Tone, Pickup Pan
GIB craftsmen will adjust the guitar for easy playability before delivery.
Accessories: None
Text: Ryuma Terao
Inspector: Ito
Product photos: Miura
◯ About GIB, TONIQ warranty
● Maintenance free forever
For instruments purchased at our store, you can use the "string vibration setup" (usually 4,400 yen) free of charge forever. (Reservation required)
- Please present the warranty card with your name written on it.
- Only the person who purchased the instrument at the GIB or TONIQ physical store or online shop is eligible.
- Please bear various expenses such as shipping costs.
● Repurchase price guarantee
If you sell the purchased item within 6 months after purchase, we will guarantee the purchase price at our store. The price is 50% for new products and 70% for used products.
● Defect guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some products such as consignments, we will repair any malfunctions that occur during normal use during a certain warranty period from the time of purchase free of charge (returns and refunds will only be made if this is not possible).
The warranty period is 3 months for used products and 1 year for new products.
Please note that in the following cases, a fee will be charged even during the warranty period.
- In the case of breakdown or damage caused by transportation, moving, dropping, etc.
- When replacing consumables.
- In the case of breakdown or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
- In the case of breakdown or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions described in the instruction manual.
- In the case of breakdown or damage in parts that have been repaired or modified by a party other than our company.
- If the name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card. Or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or is lost.
(Warranty is only provided for purchases in Japan)
The product will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box.
We can also ship to overseas destinations.
Contact Information
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email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308