New from PRS: electric acoustic and electric guitars, amplifiers, guitar cabinets

Paul Reed Smith made his first guitar as a challenge to his music college instructor, and, after receiving top marks for his work, he decided to make his dream come true. At first, all the instruments he made were tested under real conditions, after which more and more changes were made, including feedback from various musicians who had tested Paul's guitars. For ten years he was on a quest, trying out different body and head shapes, different types of wood and construction, different tremolo and string holder options, in order to get the best combination as a result. After that, Paul spent a lot of time backstage at concert venues, offering his guitars to famous musicians, as well as finding distributors to sell his guitars. Eventually, after accumulating enough orders, Paul Reed Smith opened PRS Guitars. He assembled a strong team, with the support of his wife, experienced craftsmen and musicians, engineers and lawyers, and friends who emptied their bank accounts to help start the business.

 

Today, when PRS instruments hold a special place in the music industry, when they have become the gold standard of quality, every inch of PRS guitar is based on decades of research, rethinking and invention.

The new shipment includes the Angelus and P (Parlor) series acoustic guitars, the updated PRS SE 2021 lineup, SE Paul's Guitar, new signature models by Zach Myers, Mark Tremonti, John Myers signature model - PRS Silver Sky (Tungsten), and the MT15 tube amp - Mark Tremonti signature model!

Electric Acoustic Guitars

The SE A40E has an ovangkol back and sides and a solid spruce top for a full, lush tone. Combined with the hybrid "X"/classical PRS mounting system that allows the top to vibrate freely, the SE A40E's voice sounds with exciting volume and delicate nuance. The connected Fishman GT1 pickup system provides a dynamic, organic tone and makes it easy for musicians to take this guitar from rehearsal to the stage. Additional quality features include: a solid spruce top, ebony fret and bridge, bone top and bottom sills, and PRS signature bird inlays.

The SE A50E combines a maple back and sides with a solid spruce top for stunning warmth and depth. Combined with the hybrid "X" / classic PRS binding system that allows the top to vibrate and protrude freely, the SE A50E has an unusual three-dimensional character as for a guitar with maple back and sides.

The SE P20E (Antique White) is an all-mahogany acoustic parlor model with a large voice. This model in the limited PRS SE series has a solid mahogany top with an Antique White finish. Parlor guitars can be misclassified because of their size, but rest assured, this is a professional-grade instrument. Plug in a Fishman GT1 speaker system and it provides a dynamic, organic tone, so the P20E is sure to impress when making a record or performing. This electronic system features an under-threshold pickup and preamp with easily accessible volume and tone controls, essentially turning what some might consider a "couch guitar" into a working stage instrument. At the same time, its smaller size makes it fun and comfortable to play for hours at a time and makes it more convenient to transport. Other quality features include a solid mahogany top, ebony fingerboard and bridge, bone bottom and top sills, and PRS signature bird inlays. The Antique White PRS SE P20E is limited to just 3,500 pieces worldwide.

Electric Guitars

The SE 245 (Charcoal Burst) is an affordable, quality instrument with the tight, classic sound that guitarists love. The ergonomic single-cut body is made of mahogany with a sleek maple top, and the glued-in mahogany fingerboard has a comfortable profile and adds softness and intelligibility to the instrument's timbre. The shorter 24.5" bend adds to your playing comfort, especially with bends. The new headstock design with Paul Reed Smith autograph emphasizes the pedigree of the SE 245, and the pair of trademark humbuckers provide a tight, punchy sound that is perfect for a variety of musical styles, from soft jazz to aggressive metal. Bird inlays and the signature PRS SE logo are standard.

The SE 277 (Charcoal Burst) is a 27.7" extended bore model ideal for more aggressive guitar playing. The 277 85/15 "S" pickups have been designed to provide superior clarity and extended treble and bass range, allowing the 277 model to handle blues and funk perfectly. Additional features include: a pass-through bridge for a strong, resonant tone. Whether you want to play a clean tone, dial up your bass lines to higher tunes on one guitar or perform heavy riffs with a drop-tune, the SE 277 offers versatility in a solid body for musicians who are looking for new possibilities.

The SE Custom 24-8 (Eriza Verde) is the quintessential PRS guitar: the iconic guitar that started it all in 1985. The Custom 24-08 retains all the basic characteristics of the instrument, but takes the Custom platform into new sonic territory. Like the Core Series instruments, the SE Custom 24-08 features two mini coil switches that separately separate the humbuckers into true single coils for eight pickup configurations. Classic design elements include: maple top, mahogany back, 24 fret, 25-inch bore, bird inlay, signature logo on overlay, and patented PRS tremolo.

The SE Custom 22 Semi-Hollow (Santana Yellow) has a musical midrange and remarkable resonance. The semi-hollow body provides an airy, pleasant tone, but the twin humbuckers can give a lot of bright sound when you turn the tone knob. Additional equipment includes: a maple top, mahogany back and fingerboard, and dual 85/15 "S" pickups with volume and push/pull tone controls (for coil switching) paired with a 3-way knife pickup selector. The 85/15 "S" pickups provide amazing clarity and extended highs and lows in the voice of this hollow-body guitar. The SE Custom 22 Semi-Hollow is versatile and comfortable, making it a reliable instrument for professionals, a solid choice for beginners, and a welcome addition to any arsenal.

The SE Custom 24 Floyd (Charcoal Burst) features the time-tested Floyd Rose "Original" tremolo system and PRS pickups. The Floyd Rose tremolo and fixed top threshold tuning system is a double-locked, stainless steel construction. This combination allows musicians to lock the strings in the upper threshold and bridge so that the guitar stays in tune even during the toughest picking times. The Custom 24 is the quintessential PRS guitar. This iconic instrument was the first model Paul Reed Smith introduced at the first PRS Guitars Winter NAMM in 1985, and it has remained a top seller ever since.

SE Mark Holcomb. Periphery has become a force to be reckoned with in the progressive metal scene. Guitarist Mark Holcomb helps achieve that full, deadly sound with his PRS guitars and signature Seymour Duncan Alpha and Omega pickups. PRS and Holcomb worked closely together to develop a truly unique guitar for the SE Series lineup. The Mark Holcomb SE really stands out in the PRS lineup and delivers immersive playing with some unique features including 24 fret, 25.5" scale, thin satin maple fingerboard with ebony fingerboard overlay. Holcomb's signature pickups provide the power and articulation you need, whether you're playing complex chords or solos, playing alone or working in a band mix. Other features include quilted maple veneer, black chrome hardware, and a 3-way pickup switch with push/pull tone knob for coil separation.

SE Paul's Guitar (Amber) and PRS SE Paul's Guitar (Aqua) this guitar embodies a lot of "PRS", starting with timbre and versatility. The TCI "S" treble and bass pickups provide a very clean, vintage sound. The SE Paul's Guitar also features two mini-switches between the volume and tone controls. This setup allows musicians to set one or both pickups to true single coil mode, which provides the clarity and uniqueness of vintage single coil tones in both single coil and humbucker positions. This is the first model to offer this type of electronics outside of the Private Stock and Core lines. Likewise, the PRS stoptail bridge is the same machined stoptail with brass inlays as on Core Paul's Guitar.

SE Santana (Yellow). Carlos Santana's influence as a PRS artist led to the creation of the SE series of electric guitars, which was launched in 2001. In honor of his legacy, PRS is proud to offer the SE Santana model. The SE Santana features a 24.5-inch fingerboard length, 24 frets, the patented PRS tremolo, Santana "S" humbuckers and the same Santana body silhouette as the esteemed PRS American-made models. We believe this guitar and its set-up better than ever reflects Santana's craftsmanship and style and offers musicians excellent quality and value.

The SE 245 Standart (Tobacco Sunburst) is perfect as the first or last guitar you'll ever need, the PRS SE 245 Standard has a classic voice that's easy to record and ready for performances thanks to the 245 "S" pickups and versatile control layout. The classic PRS package includes a Wide Fat mahogany fingerboard, rosewood fretboard with bird inlays, bridge, and PRS-Designed stoptail tuners. The 24.5" fingerboard length makes this instrument comfortable for musicians who prefer short fingerboard guitars. The all-mahogany body is reminiscent of Paul's first pre-factory instruments and provides a warm, woody tone.

The SE Standard 24 (Translucent Blue) and PRS SE Standard 24 (Tobacco Sunburst) replicate exactly the basic design of the Custom 24, PRS' flagship model, with a mahogany body. This guitar features classic PRS finishes, including a 24 fret maple fingerboard with bird inlays, 85/15 "S" pickups, and the patented PRS tremolo, resulting in a guitar that is well driven and sounds equally good hooked up directly to an amp or through a pedalboard. The SE Standard 24 is a modern instrument with a powerful voice for musicians who want a solid, reliable guitar.

The SE Mark Tremonti Standard (Black) and PRS SE Mark Tremonti (Charcoal Burst) have a powerful voice that's good for playing heavy rock rhythms and melodic, soaring parts. Tremonti "S" pickups and dual volume and tone controls allow musicians to dial in tones without losing the signature articulate aggressiveness of this model. Additional features include a mahogany body, bird inlays, and a Wide Thin maple fingerboard, making the SE Mark Tremonti Standard a fast, fun guitar that's hard to let go of.

The SE Zach Myers (Myers Blue) has many features that will satisfy even the most demanding musicians. The SE Zach Myers has a partially hollow mahogany body with a maple top and a spectacular f-hole, providing a smooth midrange sound with natural internal reverb. Additional details include: 22 fret fingerboard with 24.5" bore, PRS adjustable bridge, vintage-style pickups and PRS 245" S" pickups paired with two volume controls and two tone controls, 3-position pickup switch. These pickups give you clean treble, powerful bass, and an overall aggressive punch while retaining some softness. Zack Myers, lead guitarist for the multi-platinum rock band Shinedown, purchased a PRS Custom 22 at the age of fifteen and announced his first signature SE model in 2010. As a guitarist who has played with PRS on stage and worked as a technician for several bands, Myers has a deep understanding of what a guitar should feel like and what the build quality should be. This has helped create a stunning guitar that can stand up to anything.

Silver Sky is the result of a close collaboration between Grammy Award-winning musician John Mayer and Paul Reed Smith. The PRS Silver Sky combines Mayer and Smith's favorite elements from the 1963 and 1964 instruments with a modern twist and conveys the warmth and intimacy of the "old" guitar with the grace of the new instrument. The fingerboard head is based on the PRS trademark design, but inverted to match Meyer's playing style and to keep the length of the strings constant with the threshold, giving better string stability. The tuners are traditional vintage-style closed mechanics, but with a PRS locking mechanism. The steel tremolo uses the patented PRS design and includes Gen III screw knives. Mounted flush with the body in the neutral position, the tremolo only lowers the tone, and the increased contact of the bridge with the body allows the guitar itself to be acoustically louder, which in turn improves the signal-to-noise ratio of the singles. The 635JM pickups are very round and full, with a musical top that is never "sharp" or brash.

The MT 15 HEAD Mark Tremonti guitar amp is a serious two-channel amp with balanced aggression and articulation. With an upgraded amp with JJ 5881 tubes, the MT 15 punches above its weight class with a big, bright sound so you can plunge into heavy rhythms but also get melodic lead tones from one amp. This amp has everything you need, whether you're recording, practicing, or playing at home. The design of the MT 15 was based on heavy music, but as a result, it has a lot to offer musicians of absolutely all genres.

The MT 15 CABINET 1x12" Guitar Cabinet with Celestion Vintage 30 PRS MT 1x12 Closed Back speaker is the perfect speaker for the PRS MT 15 Mark Tremonti signature head. With a 12" Celestion Vintage 30 closed-back loudspeaker, it delivers a powerful, differentiated sound image that provides the perfect foundation for hard riffs with clearly focused mids, a tight bass base and silky highs.