# Billy Corgan's new Reverend signature guitar

> Reverend launches a limited edition Z-One inspired by 30 years of Smashing Pumpkins' Melon Collie album.
- Title: Billy Corgan's new Reverend signature guitar · Guitar World
- Summary: Reverend launches a limited edition Z-One inspired by 30 years of Smashing Pumpkins' Melon Collie album. Only 60 of these signature guitars exist, and Corgan…
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- Source: Guitar World — https://guitarworld.com/gear/electric-guitars/reverend-billy-corgan-z-one-infinite-sadness
- Published: 2026-09-18T22:20:09+00:00
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## Pumpkins' 30-year album gets a guitar
Reverend launched a limited edition Billy Corgan Z-One to commemorate three decades of Melon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. Only 60 guitars exist, with 24 as baritone models.
## Corgan tested them at Lollapalooza
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman debuted the guitars during the band's Lollapalooza set as part of their Rat in a Cage Tour. He was testing them out onstage before the official release.
## Black sparkle finish with album artwork
Both the standard and baritone models feature a Black Sparkle finish, solid alder construction, and the Melon Collie graphic near the bridge. They share Railhammer humbuckers and a three-way blade switch.
## Baritone handles drop tunings well
The baritone version has a 26.25-inch scale and 24 frets, making it ideal for drop tunings. The standard model has 22 frets with a medium oval maple neck that Corgan prefers.
## Priced at $1,899 and $1,999
The standard six-string model costs $1,899, while the baritone is $1,999. Each comes with a certificate of authenticity, soft case, and Melon Collie Moon artwork poster.
## Same guitars Corgan plays onstage
Corgan uses off-the-shelf Reverends in the studio and on tour, including with Green Day. He believes affordable quality instruments let young musicians achieve the same sound and opportunities.

> It means a lot to me that a young musician can go into a music store and take a guitar that they can probably afford
## Key takeaway

Only 60 of these signature guitars exist, and Corgan already debuted them at Lollapalooza.