Pete Anderson has been a force in country music for decades, lighting up the stage and studio as a guitarist, producer, and musical director for Dwight Yoakam, Tanya Tucker, Michelle Shocked, and many more. Pete Anderson and Reverend’s original Eastsider collaboration made waves by combining modern T-style twang with signature Reverend appointments. Still, this time, Reverend and Pete have teamed up for fine-tuned Eastsider Custom that has players saying “Less Paul, More Pete!” Two humbucking pickups — an aggressive, articulate Telbucker in the bridge and PAF-style HA5 in the neck — naturally accentuate driving styles ranging from howlin’ blues to arena leads. And just like the original, the Eastsider Custom features a chambered korina body for unparalleled high-fidelity warmth. A riveting ebony fingerboard and compound radius deliver ruthlessly efficient fretting and comfort alongside premium gig-ready components like Pin-Lock tuners, a Pure Tone jack, and boutique-grade wiring. A 3-piece set korina neck seals this incredible deal — it’s a favorite that’s a rare find for T-style axes. This neck fuels superior comfort when reaching for upper frets, not to mention mind-blowing sustain for classic humbucker oomph that lets korina’s mahogany-like resonance shine. Simply put, this Eastsider Custom is unlike any other T-guitar we’ve ever played!
Tailored “T” humbuckers
Pete Anderson is known for dishing out Southern-tinged twang, but when the rhythm section gets loud, even countrified players reach for humbuckers to keep their riffs present and powerful. The Eastsider Custom is loaded with two humbuckers: Reverend’s flagship HA5 in the neck for smooth PAF-style tones with modern fidelity and a new custom Telbucker in the bridge. This innovative Telbucker delivers true punchy bridge humbucker tones with a dual-rail design that preserves those iconic T-style looks. Dual rails give the Telbucker tight and refined low-end while also preventing drop-offs when bending. Also onboard is a push-pull tone knob that activates phase switching for instant funky articulation with extra soul. And in true Reverend fashion, these pickups are outfitted to the nines with a host of premium electronics, including an upgraded Pure Tone output jack, a treble bleed circuit, and 10% pots and polyester capacitors for boutique tone at every turn.
Custom-shop-level construction and detail
This guitar’s chambered korina body teems with richness and warmth like no “T” you’ve ever played. Korina’s mahogany-like sonics deliver all the resonance you can handle, along with a lively, responsive, and harmonic-laden sound that’s guaranteed to inspire. Paired with that is an elegant set korina neck that not only enhances resonance and sustain, but is also incredibly roadworthy with ultra-stable 3-piece construction that resists warps and shifts. The neck is topped with a stunning ebony fingerboard with 22 frets and a 10–14-inch compound radius for top-notch playability with a notable boost in comfort and upper-fret access from the set korina neck. Finally, a hand-initialed, serial-numbered headstock lends a high-end, custom-shop vibe to this top-shelf electric guitar.
Top-of-the-line hardware
When you dive into the Pete Anderson Eastsider Custom, you’ll find high performance in every component. This guitar’s Reverend Pin-Lock tuning machines lock your strings in place for out-of-this-world tuning stability and lightning-fast string changes. Plus, it’s equipped with a convenient dual-action truss rod and a tone-heightening Boneite nut. Rounding out the Eastsider Custom’s mod-shop good looks is a set of custom knobs, tastefully embossed with the letter “R,” and a custom Eastsider headstock logo you won’t find anywhere else!
Reverend Guitars: expertly crafted and designed with the player in mind
From humble beginnings working out of a Detroit-area garage to worldwide praise and presence on the globe's biggest stages, Reverend Guitars has solidified its place as a reliable source of exquisite guitars and basses. The brainchild of designer and luthier Joe Naylor, Reverend instruments are found accompanying many of today's most influential players, including Billy Corgan, Reeves Gabrels, Meshell Ndegeocello, Pete Anderson, and many others. Now based in Toledo, Ohio, Reverend's firm commitment to quality and exceptional tone is found in every instrument, each donning custom-shop components to deliver the purest sound possible.
Features
- A T-style modified workhorse from legendary country rocker Pete Anderson
- Chambered korina body delivers warm resonance and enhanced humbucker tones
- 3-piece set korina neck adds extra resonance and sustain (compared to the standard Eastsider’s bolt-on neck)
- Compound fingerboard radius powers smooth rhythm and lead work at either end
- Telbucker bridge pickup— a true humbucker with a T-size footprint and dual-rail design
- HA5 neck pickup — stunning PAF-style humbucker tones with vintage openness and warmth
- Phase switch push-pull tone knob adds soulful, funky accents to any style
- Boutique-grade components including a low-friction synthetic bone nut, Pure Tone jack, and 10% pots and poly caps
- Pin-Lock tuners enhance tuning stability and speed up string changes
- Treble bleed circuit preserves tone at low volumes
- Custom embossed knobs and signature headstock logo
Specifications
- Number of Strings6
- Left-/Right-handedRight-handed
- Body
- Body TypeSolidbody
- Body ShapePete Anderson Eastsider Custom
- Body MaterialChambered Korina
- Top MaterialKorina
- Body FinishGloss Polyurethane
- ColorClassic Cherry
- Neck
- Neck Material3-piece Korina
- Neck ShapeMedium Oval
- Neck JointBolt-on
- Radius10"-14" compound
- Fingerboard MaterialEbony
- Fingerboard InlayDots
- Number of Frets22, Nickel Alloy
- Scale Length24.75"
- Nut Width1.692"
- Nut MaterialBoneite
- Hardware
- Bridge/TailpieceString-through Body
- TunersPin-Lock
- Electronics
- Neck PickupReverend HA5 Humbucker
- Bridge PickupReverend Telbucker Humbucker
- Controls1 x volume, 1 x tone
- Switching3-way blade pickup switch
- Miscellaneous
- StringsD'Addario, .010-.046
- Case/Gig BagSold Separately
- Manufacturer Part Number:PA4-S-clch-E-THHB-BK-HT