Baritone Depth Meets Guitar Comfort – Reverend Guitars Descent Wilkinson Midnight Black

The Reverend Guitars Descent Wilkinson Midnight Black distinguishes itself as a baritone electric guitar intended for players who desire an extended range but want to retain the comfort of a standard six-string. Its 679 mm scale length enables powerful, thunderous lows, while familiar chord shapes remain within reach. Musicians pursuing deeper tones and modern reliability in a striking midnight black finish will appreciate this instrument. In the baritone guitar segment, the Descent Wilkinson is renowned for balancing innovation and playability.

Unique Innovations and Hardware Excellence

A korina solidbody and roasted maple neck combine for increased resonance and long-term stability. Railhammer Humcutter Nuevo 90 (bridge) and Cleancut (neck) pickups deliver hum-free, punchy articulation. The Wilkinson WVS50 IIK tremolo, pin-lock tuners, and boneite nut maintain tuning even during expressive playing and heavy tremolo use.

Player-Focused Baritone Specs

Extended scale and hardware choices enable low tunings while keeping playability high. Bridge placement and a medium oval neck profile support comfort for guitarists making the switch to baritone.

• Scale Length:679 mm — B standard and other baritone tunings are supported with familiar fret reach
• Body:Korina — a resonant, medium-lightweight wood cherished for its lively sound
• Transitioning between tunings is made easier thanks to the stability and smoothness of the roasted maple, medium oval neck

Precision Pickups and Electronics

Railhammer Humcutter pickups are custom-designed for clarity, tight lows, and a distinctive midrange. With the bass contour control, quick tone shifts from thick, modern drive to bright single-coil snap are possible.

• Pickups:Railhammer Humcutter Nuevo 90 (bridge), Cleancut (neck) — articulate, punchy, and hum-free
• Controls:Volume, Tone, Bass Contour, 3-way selector — flexible for various genres and settings

Hardware Designed for Serious Players

Long-term stability comes from advanced components. The Wilkinson tremolo, pin-lock tuners, dual-action truss rod, and boneite nut all work together to ensure consistent setup and tuning, even under demanding use.

• Bridge:Wilkinson WVS50 IIK Tremolo — smooth operation and secure intonation for expressive playing
• Nut Width:43 mm — sized for easy transition from regular guitars
• Fast string changes and reliable tuning are supported by the Reverend Pin-Lock tuners

Who Will Love the Descent Wilkinson?

Modern players, session musicians, and composers who need versatile low-end power will gravitate toward this model. It is ideally suited for those seeking both ergonomic playability and a sonically extended range. From alternative and metal to cinematic textures, the Descent Wilkinson adapts to varied creative environments.