Pinball Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 (edited) I bought this earlier this year and although pleased with it, I haven't really used it other than to noodle. The sharp looks and cool looks meant that I just had to give it go. It is a lovely bass with a great action and is nice and light. Everything that low end Lobster says in the video below is spot on. Someone will love this, it deserved to be played! Case isn't included. Can post. Weight is 4kg/ 8Ib-13oz. The Reverend Triad is all about versatility. The three brand-new Jazz Bomb pickups are hum-free with increased output. The steel rails create a rich, focused tone that cuts through the mix. Combine them with the 5-way switch, and experiment with all kinds of sounds for any tone alchemist. Funky block inlays and the chrome control plate make this bass a stylish addition to your collection. Custom Pickups We design our own proprietary custom pickups, to achieve the best tonal match with our instruments. Reverend pickups are also specifically designed for each position, for balanced volume and tone when switching. Five-Piece Roasted Maple Neck Roasted Maple is heat treated at over 300° F to remove sugars, moisture, and impurities. This maple is lighter, more stable, and has a beautiful caramel colour. Combined with our five-piece construction, the result is a neck that requires less seasonal adjustment, and boasts a rich vintage look! Korina Body Korina (aka White Limba) is a medium-lightweight wood, highly prized for consistency and tonal qualities. Often found in boutique and vintage instruments, all Reverends feature Korina bodies. A highly resonant wood, Korina is a key factor to producing our lively, responsive instruments that are rich in harmonics. Hipshot Ultralight Tuners These tuners have a housing made of aircraft grade aluminium that makes them extra-light. The difference in weight can be as much as 2-3oz less in the headstock, which means a more balanced bass that’s more comfortable to play. And the tone is great! Your bass is more defined and enhanced with the Hipshot Ultralites. High Mass Bridge Our bridge features heavy duty saddles in combination with a massive base plate. This substantial mass of metal enhances clarity and attack, and produces bell-like sustain. It's also a versatile bridge, that can be strung string-thru-body or top-load. Initialled Headstock Every Reverend is hand initialed and serial numbered on the back of the headstock by one of our highly skilled technicians who sets up, inspects, and tests every instrument. Custom Dome Knobs Our proprietary knobs feature a lower profile which is less likely to be accidentally hit by the player's hand, and the white dot lets you easily see where your knob rotation is set. Boneite Nut We use "Boneite," a synthetic bone nut, that is more consistent than natural bone, on all Reverend instruments. It reduces friction, allowing the strings to slide through the nut slots smoothly, improving tuning stability. 3-String Tree All Bolt-On series basses use a wide string tree that holds down three strings, instead of just two. This eliminates string buzz in the nut slot, which is a common problem with standard string trees. Dual-Action Truss Rod Our dual action rod adjusts in both directions, allowing back bow or forward bow. This assures correct adjustment range is possible regardless of string tension, extreme climate conditions, or the effects of long-term aging. It’s also located at the headstock for easy access. Six-Bolt Neck Plate Two extra bolts increase mounting pressure of the neck by fifty percent. This makes a stronger neck connection, which improves sustain, tuning stability, and neck alignment. Custom Jack Plate Our proprietary jack plate features four mounting screws, instead of two. The extra screws prevent the plate from tearing out of the body. Made of steel for durability, the laser etched logo adds an extra touch of class! Pure Tone Jack All Reverends use an upgraded jack by Pure Tone Technologies. The Pure Tone jack has dual contacts for improved grip, audio signal and reliability. The most dependable guitar jack available! 10% Pots We use Alpha control pots with a +-10% rating, tighter and more consistent than a standard pot. Typically used in expensive boutique guitars, but standard issue in all Reverends. 10% Poly Caps We use caps with a +-10% rating. Our caps are made to tighter specifications, so they’re more consistent. Made of polyester, they’re also longer lasting, and less affected by temperature than cheaper ceramic caps. Typically used in expensive boutique guitars. Specifications Body: Korina Solidbody Pickups: Jazz Bomb Bridge/Neck/Neck Bridge: String-thru-body or Top-load, 3/4" spacing. Neck: 5-Piece Maple/Walnut, Satin Amber Finish Scale: 34" Neck Profile: Medium Oval Fingerboard: Roasted Maple or Pau Ferro, 12" Radius Frets: 21 Frets Truss Rod: Dual Action, Headstock Access Tuners: Hipshot Ultralight, 1/2" Dia. Shaft Nut: 42mm width, Boneite Controls: Volume, Tone, 5-Way Strings: 45-100 Edited September 19, 2022 by Pinball 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 I have a Reverend Triad and I have to say that I am very impressed with it, it feels very "premium" in the hands and there are some great sounds in there. GLWTS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mornats Posted August 27, 2022 Share Posted August 27, 2022 I've just had a play with this very bass at Pinball's today. I'm not in the market for buying but do like playing his basses when I get a chance! So, my thoughts on this. Great looks, very distinct but not outrageous. It reminded me a little of the styling of an aerodyne. It plays great, the setup is top notch. I love the 5 way switch to switch between the pickups. I prefer this to blend controls as it kinda gives you 5 great sounds to chose between rather than have you twiddling the knobs until you hit a sweet spot. Imagine bring able to step between a P bass sound and a scooped jazz in 5 steps and that describes how I felt it sounded. It's very nice and I wish I was in the market for a bass as I'd have this one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinball Posted August 28, 2022 Author Share Posted August 28, 2022 Weight added! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 I played my Reverend bass last night for the first time. If this is anything like it then someone is going to be a very happy camper. Such beautiful instruments. If I had the cash I'd be in my way to pick this up right now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinball Posted September 18, 2022 Author Share Posted September 18, 2022 A new purchase means I would except less. A brilliant playing and sounding bass. Before I start advertising elsewhere! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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