Shop Keyboard Deals, Financing, and More

Yamaha Revstar Element RSE20 Electric Guitar - Neon Yellow

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Mahogany Body, Mahogany Neck, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Neon Yellow
Building your custom Guitar Gallery
$549.99

Earn $28 back in Bonus Bucks OR pay $23/month with 24 month financing*

In Stock!

(Hurry, limited quantity available)

Add to Cart
Notify me about deals

Ask An Expert

Our expertly trained Sales Engineers are ready to help!

What is a Sales Engineer?
Sweetwater Gear Exchange

Have one to sell?
Check out Sweetwater's Gear Exchange!
Learn More

Most Popular Accessories & Related Items

Yamaha Revstar Element RSE20 Electric Guitar - Neon Yellow
In Stock!
$549.99
Add to Cart
Add to list
Back to navigation

This article was Written By

Our Product Research Team

Get to know them!

A Stunning Update on a Modern Classic

Yamaha’s Revstar Element RSE20 is an update of the original Revstar series of guitars, refined to offer improved comfort and even more striking visuals! This curvy double-cut’s lightweight chambered mahogany body is loaded with two Yamaha Alnico V humbuckers that deliver a versatile tonal palette with a rich midrange punch. Need a way to cut through a dense mix? Sweetwater guitarists find that the Revstar’s high-pass “Dry” switch has much of the same articulation-boosting qualities of a good coil-split — but without any hum. If you’re looking for a high-performance, no-nonsense axe with explosive tones, rock-solid playability, and sleek modern aesthetics, you'll be in your element with the Yamaha Revstar Element RSE20.

Comfortably curved Revstar body

The Revstar’s curvy lines and classic aesthetics are said to be inspired by the utilitarian British Café racer motorbikes found in 1960s-era London, adding a tough no-frills attitude to these sleek guitars. The unique double-cut chambered body was developed using Yamaha’s Acoustic Design process to optimize the Revstar’s balance, deliver a resonant tone, and reduce weight. One strum of the RSE20 is all it takes to see how Yamaha’s research paid off: the Revstar’s body is a supremely comfortable design that showcases Yamaha’s steadfast dedication to musical innovation!

Punchy Alnico V pickups

A pair of Yamaha’s Alnico V humbucking pickups equips the RSE20 with a versatile tonal palette, perfect for both decidedly modern high-gain tones, classic grit, and everything in between! The RSE20’s dual humbuckers, set-neck design, and mahogany body form a classic combo, boasting boatloads of sustain with a pronounced boost in the mid frequencies.

Turn up the clarity with Yamaha's “Dry” switch

When creating the Revstar, Yamaha were inspired to create something fresh and distinct. So, instead of including a coil-split, the RSE20 sports a high-pass push-pull “Dry” switch. This switch is purposely built to kick up your RSE20’s definition by tightening up your low end and sharpening your trebles. Just like a traditional coil-split, this drastically increases clarity and cutting power — but without any of the hum associated with a single-coil pickup!

Yamaha Revstar Element RSE20 Electric Guitar Features:

  • Ultra-comfortable and lightweight chambered mahogany body
  • Mahogany set neck with double-cutaway offers incredible upper fret access
  • 2 Dual Alnico V humbucking pickups produce a classic full-range humbucker punch with a rich midrange
  • Yamaha push-pull high-pass “Dry” switch tightens up your low-end and treble for increased sonic clarity

Why Buy Your Guitar from Sweetwater?

See how Sweetwater goes to great lengths to give you the very best online guitar buying experience. From our online Guitar Gallery that allows you to see and select the exact instrument you want to our 55-point Inspection process and our in-house guitar techs, we take the guesswork out of buying your next guitar online.

Additional Media

Warranty Info

Sweetwater's FREE 2-Year Total Confidence Coverage Warranty

Extra peace of mind at no extra cost.

  • Save money with FREE parts and labor
  • Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time
  • Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department
Learn More about Total Confidence Coverage

Free 2-year Warranty

Sweetwater's 2-year Total Confidence Coverage™ Warranty gives you extra peace of mind at no extra cost.

Learn More about Total Confidence Coverage
Tools Icon

Save money with free parts & labor!

Fast Icon

Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time.

Award Icon

Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department.

Back to navigation

Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody, chambered
  • Body Shape Revstar Element
  • Body Material Mahogany
  • Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color Neon Yellow
  • Neck
  • Neck Material 3-piece Mahogany
  • Neck Shape Revstar
  • Neck Joint Set Neck
  • Radius 12"
  • Fingerboard Material Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay Dots
  • Number of Frets 22, Jumbo
  • Scale Length 24.75"
  • Nut Width 1.649"
  • Nut Material PPS
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Adjustable Bridge with Stopbar Tailpiece
  • Tuners Die-cast
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup VH3n Alnico V Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup VH3b Alnico V Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone (push/pull dry switch)
  • Switching 3-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Elixir, .010-.046
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: RSE20 NYW

What Makes Our Sales Engineers Great?

Sweetwater Sales Engineers are a world-class team of experts dedicated to you. Hand selected from across the globe, each brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the world of music gear to provide you with unparalleled service completely free of charge. Friendly relationships, real trust, and the right gear are only a call or a click away!

Back to navigation

Customer Reviews

Write your review
Rated 5/5

Yamaha Revstar Element RSE20

An absolutely fantastic guitar. It plays great, feels good, has beautiful tones and looks amazing.

Could not be happier.
Close Close $2,000 Pick Your PRS Giveaway -- input your email address below to enter or click here to learn more.

See giveaway details & rules or check out our past winners!

Success!

Your email, has been entered to win this giveaway. Good Luck!