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Grainger 4 String Bass - 2020

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 5 String Bass - 2020

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 4 String Bass - 2021

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 5 String Bass - 2021

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 4 String Bass - 2022

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 5 String Bass - 2022

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 4 String Bass - 2023

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Grainger 5 String Bass - 2023

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Private Stock Gary Grainger 4 Bass

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Private Stock Gary Grainger 5 Bass

“These basses give me everything I need for recording and playing live...all the tone, clarity, power, and feel...everything. They are works of art and great...

Private Stock Short Scale Hollowbody Bass

The PRS Private Stock Short-Scale Hollowbody Bass delivers authoritative tone in an elegant package. This 4-string Hollowbody Bass is outfitted with a dual...


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PRS Guitars Expands SE Silver Sky Offerings with Maple Fretboard and New Colors

Posted Jun 06, 2023

PRS Guitars and John Mayer have announced two updates to the popular PRS SE Silver Sky model: a maple fretboard version and the first color refresh on the...

NEW NF 53 and Myles Kennedy Models Grow PRS Guitars’ Bolt-On Offerings

Posted Jun 21, 2023

Today, PRS Guitars has announced two new models that boldly expand the company’s Bolt-On Series offerings and Narrowfield pickup platform: the PRS NF 53 and...

PRS Guitars Announces New Straps, Apparel, and Lifestyle Accessories for Spring

Posted May 16, 2023

PRS Guitars has announced new apparel and accessory offerings designed to make a statement and allow players and fans to show their PRS pride.

PRS Guitars Releases 2023 New Models and Specification Updates

Posted Jan 10, 2023

PRS Guitars’ 2023 line up is here, bringing with it several exciting new models and updated specifications.

PRS Introduces the Highly Anticipated Robben Ford Limited Edition Signature Model, a Lower-Wattage HDRX Amp, and Two New Acoustics

Posted Oct 11, 2022

On the heels of their successful launch into the world of stompboxes, PRS Guitars has just released several additional new products including an amp, two...

PRS Guitars Announces All-New Pedal Lineup

Posted Sep 29, 2022

PRS Guitars has announced their entry into the pedal world with three all-new stompboxes. Designed by PRS Guitars in Stevensville, Maryland and made in the...

PRS Guitars Celebrates Employees with ‘Excellence in Service’ Awards

Posted Dec 10, 2021

Paul Reed Smith Guitars, one of the largest full-time private employers in Queen Anne’s County, celebrated milestones in service for forty-three PRS...

PRS Guitars Announces Custom-painted Mark Tremonti Guitars To Celebrate 20th Anniversary Of Partnership

Posted Nov 09, 2021

PRS Guitars is proud to announce an extremely exclusive Mark Tremonti/Joe Fenton Limited Edition guitar. The guitars were hand-painted by English artist Joe...

PRS Guitars SE Santana Abraxas 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Celebrates Iconic Album

Posted Oct 12, 2021

PRS Guitars has announced a Limited Edition SE Santana Abraxas 50th Anniversary guitar; only 1,000 pieces will be available worldwide.

PRS Guitars Introduces HX Amplifiers Built with “Authentic Hendrix” Touring Circuit

Posted Jun 22, 2021

PRS Guitars is pleased to announce a new tone family to their lineup with PRS HX amps. While not an exacting historic reproduction of the amp model, PRS HX...

PRS Guitars Releases New Archon Amplifiers

Posted May 11, 2021

PRS Guitars has announced the return of their popular Archon amplifier. The new line-up features both a 50-watt 1x12 combo and a 50-watt head with matching...

New Spring Accessories from PRS Guitars

Posted Apr 20, 2021

PRS Guitars has announced a new selection of spring accessories for players and fans to sport their PRS pride. The new offerings include bandanas, women’s...

PRS Guitars Announces New 2021 Models With Live Virtual Launch Event

Posted Jan 15, 2021

Last night, in a special, live virtual launch event, PRS Guitars announced a host of exciting new products for 2021, just ahead of Believe in Music Week...

PRS Guitars Joins the Giving Tuesday Movement to Support Musicians

Posted Nov 30, 2020

PRS Guitars is proud to join the “Giving Tuesday” movement to support gig-economy musicians in their Maryland backyard as well as award-winning musicians and...

PRS Guitars Continues 35th Anniversary Celebration with Additional SE Custom 24 Limited-Edition Color Offering

Posted Aug 18, 2020

2020 marks PRS Guitars 35th Anniversary year. While the celebration year has not gone exactly as planned, PRS has been able to continue releasing new...

PRS Guitars Announces Experience PRS 2020 Modern Eagle V Limited Edition

Posted Jul 28, 2020

PRS Guitars is especially pleased to introduce the Experience PRS 2020 Modern Eagle V. At each Experience PRS open house event, PRS has produced a small...

Paul Reed Smith, Grainger Brothers, and Maryland Hall Launch Music Master Class Program

Posted Jul 18, 2019

This Summer, PRS Guitars’ founder and Managing General Partner, Paul Reed Smith and the legendary Grainger Brothers will fulfill a lifelong dream at Maryland...

PRS Guitars Celebrates 35th Anniversary with New Models, New Finish, and New TCI-Tuned Pickups

Posted Oct 22, 2019

2020 will mark PRS Guitars 35th Anniversary, and the celebration has already started with recent introductions to the SE Series and new artist model...

Introducing the PRS S2 VR Vela

Posted Aug 08, 2017

PRS Guitars is pleased to announce a new limited edition model in the S2 series of US made electric guitars: The S2 VR Vela. Developed with Living Colour...

Simply Irresistible – PRS Guitars Announces the New S2 Vela Semi-Hollow Guitar

Posted May 14, 2019

PRS Guitars is pleased to announce the brand new S2 Vela Semi-Hollow electric guitar. Adding to the S2 Series offering of all-mahogany models, the S2 Vela...

PRS Guitars Announces New 2019 Models

Posted Nov 13, 2018

PRS Guitars has announced its first round of new models and updates for 2019. New electric guitars from PRS include a revamped “Paul’s Guitar” (Paul Reed...

PRS Guitars’ Coveted 57/08 Pickups Now Available for Sale

Posted Mar 23, 2017

PRS’s vintage-inspired 57/08 pickups are now available for purchase for the first time through the PRS accessories store and authorized PRS dealers.

PRS Private Stock 20th Anniversary Wraps Up with Twelve Exquisite Models

Posted Dec 21, 2016

2016 marked the 20th Anniversary of PRS Guitars Private Stock and to celebrate, PRS brought back the program that started it all: Guitars of the Month. Since...

PRS Guitars Announces New Tremonti Baritone Limited Edition Signature Model

Posted Oct 07, 2016

PRS Guitars is pleased to continue their relationship with Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge and Creed fame with the announcement of the Limited Edition Tremonti...

Private Stock October Guitar of the Month Celebrates the One that Started it All: The Custom 24

Posted Oct 11, 2016

The Custom 24 is the instrument that started PRS back in 1985, so of course the Guitar of the Month program would not be complete without celebrating this...

PRS Guitars Private Stock Guitar of the Month is a Show-Stopping Classic

Posted Nov 08, 2016

For the eleventh installment of the Private Stock Guitar of The Month, PRS is introducing the Singlecut McCarty 594, a vintage-inspired instrument that...

PRS Guitars December Guitar of the Month Celebrates Artistry and Nature

Posted Dec 14, 2016

For December, the twelfth and final 2016 Private Stock Guitar of the Month closes Private Stock’s 20th Anniversary celebration with vigor. In a limited run...

Simply Irresistible: S2 Vela Satin Limited Edition

Posted Jan 03, 2017

The S2 Vela Satin from PRS Guitars is a vintage-inspired guitar with loads of personality and tonal textures. Continuing in the style of the Mira and Starla...

PRS Guitars Announces John Mayer Limited Edition Private Stock Super Eagle II

Posted Jun 06, 2017

It’s no secret that John Mayer’s main guitar for The Dead & Company tour has been the PRS Super Eagle that launched last spring. During the 2016 tour,...

PRS Artists Help Celebrate Opening of The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History

Posted Oct 03, 2016

On September 23, The National Museum of African American History and Culture opened at the Smithsonian with a three-day, two-night festival near the Museum...

PRS Guitars Introduces New Sonzera Amplifier Line

Posted Jan 12, 2017

PRS Guitars, known for innovation and quality, is proud to announce the new Sonzera series of guitar amplifiers, which consists of the Sonzera 50 Watt Combo,...

PRS Guitars and John Mayer Announce the J-MOD 100 Signature Amplifier

Posted Jan 17, 2017

After more than a year of close collaboration, PRS Guitars and John Mayer are proud to announce the addition of the J-MOD 100 amplifier to PRS’s amplifier...

PRS Guitars’ Founder Receives Honorary Doctorate from Washington College

Posted Apr 17, 2017

Paul Reed Smith, founder and Managing General Partner of PRS Guitars, has received an Honorary Doctorate of Public Service from Maryland’s Washington...

Private Stock Guitar of the Month Celebration Continues with Grainger 5-String Fretless Bass

Posted Jul 22, 2016

PRS Guitars is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Private Stock with a revival of the program that started it all: Guitars of the Month. For July, PRS is...

Limited to Only Ten Pieces PRS Debuts the May Guitar of the Month

Posted May 13, 2016

In the spirit of Private Stock’s ever forward-thinking designs, PRS introduces the May 2016’s Guitar of the Month: the 509. The 509 starts with a 5 single...

PRS Guitars Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Private Stock with June Guitar of the Month

Posted Jun 09, 2016

PRS Guitars is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Private Stock with a revival of the program that started it all: Guitars of the Month. For June, PRS is...

Unplug for Summer with PRS Guitars SE Acoustic Factory Authorized Sale

Posted Jun 01, 2016

Shorts, sandals, and sunlight aren’t the only things to look forward to this summer. From June 1st through July 31st, 2016, PRS Guitars is celebrating summer...

PRS Guitars Unveils New SE Signature Model with Periphery’s Mark Holcomb

Posted Jun 28, 2016

The band Periphery has become a force to be reckoned with in the progressive metal scene thanks to their complex rhythms and soaring melodies. Guitarist Mark...

PRS Private Stock April Guitar of the Month Model Takes Flight

Posted Apr 06, 2016

For April, PRS is releasing the DGT “Birds of a Feather” Semi Hollow model; a vintage-appointed guitar that is all about the details. Based on the original...

PRS Guitars and Chevrolet Motorsports Partner on Race to Win Corvette Sweepstakes

Posted Apr 14, 2016

As part of PRS Guitars’ seventh season as the exclusive guitar and amplifier of International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), PRS is teaming up with...

PRS Guitars Private Stock Team Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Guitars of the Month Program

Posted Jan 12, 2016

2016 marks the 20th Anniversary of Private Stock, and PRS is celebrating with the return of the program that started it all: Guitars of the Month.

PRS Guitars introduces the P245 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar

Posted Jun 03, 2015

The Paul Reed Smith P245 Semi-Hollow is a vintage-inspired single-cutaway guitar designed for players who prefer shorter scale necks. The 24.5” scale length...

PRS Guitars Continues 30th Anniversary Celebration by Introducing Two Limited Run “Vine” Models

Posted Jun 10, 2015

Continuing their 30th Anniversary celebration, PRS Guitars is offering a small batch of guitars with a new inlay pattern: the 30th Anniversary Vine. Inspired...

Vintage Heart with Modern Playability: PRS Guitars Announces the McCarty 594

Posted May 24, 2016

The PRS McCarty 594 is a vintage-inspired instrument that is at once incredibly familiar and effortlessly playable. Whether you are looking for rich,...

PRS Guitars Unveils Two New Baritones for 2016 Model Year: The SE 277 and SE 277 Semi Hollow Soapbar

Posted Nov 19, 2015

PRS Guitars recently added two new baritone guitars, the new SE 277 Semi Hollow Soapbar and the SE 277, to its bevy of more affordable guitar model options....

PRS Guitars Introduces New Floyd Rose-Equipped 30th Anniversary SE Custom 24 Model

Posted Jul 14, 2015

The SE 30th Anniversary “Floyd” Custom 24 celebrates many things: 30 years of PRS, the growth that has allowed PRS to deliver quality instruments to players...

PRS Guitars adds Two 22-Fret SE Models: The SE Custom 22 and the SE Custom 22 Semi-Hollow

Posted Aug 18, 2015

PRS Guitars is adding two new models to its popular, more affordable SE guitar line: The SE Custom 22 and the SE Custom 22 Semi-Hollow. These two new models...

PRS Guitars Announces the 20th Anniversary Private Stock Limited Edition

Posted Dec 02, 2015

The 20th Anniversary of Private Stock is a special moment - a moment to stop and celebrate 20 years of a program that drives much of the innovation and...

PRS Guitars Releases Two New Acoustic SE Models: The SE A20E and the SE A30E

Posted Dec 08, 2015

PRS Guitars is adding two new models to its popular, more affordable SE line of acoustic guitars: SE A20E and SE A30E. These two new models help round out...

PRS Guitars and John Mayer Introduce Limited Edition Private Stock Super Eagle

Posted Mar 11, 2016

PRS Guitars and John Mayer have announced a special run of Private Stock “Super Eagle” instruments. The Private Stock Super Eagle is the result of a very...

PRS Guitars Debuts The "58/15" Limited Edition Custom 24

Posted Aug 25, 2015

To know Paul Reed Smith, the working founder and Managing General Partner of PRS Guitars, is to know a man who is always pushing the proverbial envelope. His...

PRS Guitars Presents the 2015 Collection Series IX by Private Stock

Posted Sep 10, 2015

PRS Guitars is proud to officially announce Collection Series IX by Private Stock. Introduced in the fall of 2011, the PRS Collection Series is made up of a...

PRS Guitars 2016 Model Line Up Announced - New S2 Standard Satins Debuted!

Posted Nov 10, 2015

PRS Guitars is pleased to introduce three new S2 Standard Satin models as part of its 2016 model year announcements: the S2 Standard 22 Satin, S2 Standard 24...

PRS Private Stock Team Celebrates 20th Anniversary with February’s Guitar of the Month: McCarty 594

Posted Feb 16, 2016

February’s Guitar of the Month is the McCarty 594. Named after Paul’s mentor, Ted McCarty, the McCarty 594 pays homage to vintage “Golden Era” instruments...

PRS Guitars Announces Two New 30th Anniversary Custom 24 Models

Posted Apr 17, 2015

To continue the celebration of their 30th Anniversary, PRS Guitars is announcing two new limited edition models: the 30th Anniversary “Lefty” Custom 24 and...

PRS Expands Archon Amplifier Family with Archon 25 Combo

Posted Oct 14, 2014

The Archon 25 brings the ‘king’ of PRS high-gain amplification to the world of small, low wattage tube amps. The Archon’s lush distortion and singing clean...

SXSW Visitors Set to Turn it Up at the PRS Shred Shed

Posted Feb 12, 2015

For the second consecutive year, PRS Guitars is the official sponsor of the SXSW “Shred Shed,” a large soundproof space at the 2015 SXSW Music Expo. PRS will...

PRS Guitars Introduces Revamped McCarty Model

Posted Jun 02, 2015

The PRS McCarty model pays homage to a legacy of innovation. As the President of Gibson during a true golden era of guitar building (1950-1966), Ted McCarty...

PRS Celebrates the S2 Series’ First Anniversary with Three New Semi-Hollow Models

Posted Jul 09, 2014

On the first anniversary of the S2 Series, PRS is adding three new models to the lineup: the S2 Mira Semi-Hollow, S2 Custom 22 Semi-Hollow, and the S2...

Introducing Three New All-Mahogany S2 Standards

Posted Oct 28, 2014

Weeks before announcing their 2015 line up, PRS Guitars is introducing three new all-mahogany S2 Series guitars: the S2 Standard 24, S2 Standard 22, and S2...

PRS Private Stock 30th Anniversary Dragon Features Fantastical Inlays and Extraordinary Tone Woods

Posted Jan 20, 2015

As a teenager, Paul Reed Smith dreamed of building guitars decorated with European-style dragons. Paul’s dream became reality in 1992 when he unveiled his...

Vintage Style Meets Modern Reliability in the New PRS S2 Vela

Posted Mar 10, 2015

PRS Guitars is pleased to announce the newest addition to the S2 Series: the S2 Vela. The Vela model follows in the tradition of the company’s Mira and...

PRS Guitars Introduces Four All-Mahogany “SE Standard” Guitars

Posted May 12, 2015

PRS Guitars is proud to officially announce four SE Standard models, bringing the brand’s guitars to an exciting new price range. The all-mahogany SE...

Introducing The PRS SE Kingfisher and SE Kestrel Bass Guitars

Posted Jun 23, 2014

Welcome bassists. PRS Guitars is now offering its first two basses through the popular SE line: the SE Kingfisher and SE Kestrel. Designed in PRS’s Maryland...

PRS Guitars Shows S2 Series at NAMM

Posted Jan 29, 2014

PRS Guitars is proud to announce that the complete series of PRS S2 electric guitars, including the newly introduced S2 Singlecut and S2 Custom 22, will make...

Paul Reed Smith Receives Lifetime Achievement/Hall of Fame Award

Posted Apr 11, 2014

PRS Guitars is proud to announce that Paul Reed Smith has been awarded the Music and Sound Retailer Magazine Lifetime Achievement/Hall of Fame Award. Every...

PRS Guitars Lefty Custom 24 and 22 Small Batch Run

Posted May 13, 2014

Every once and a while, a small batch of left-handed guitars are run through PRS’s production line in Stevensville, Maryland. For 2014, PRS has put together...

Introducing the PRS Archon Amplifier

Posted Dec 17, 2013

In the world of high-gain amplifiers, modern players demand aggressive overdriven tones and ample headroom with sparkling cleans. The new PRS Archon...

PRS Guitars Adds Six New Color Options for 2014

Posted Jan 22, 2014

PRS is pleased to announce the addition of six new translucent maple top colors to its US-made Core electric guitar and bass line: Aquableux, Blood Orange,...

PRS Guitars SE Custom 24 Family of Instruments

Posted Jan 29, 2014

In 1985, PRS Guitars introduced the Custom 24 guitar which has ultimately been said to have “ushered in a second golden era of guitar making.” Years later in...

PRS Guitars Presents the 2014 Collection Series by Private Stock

Posted Oct 23, 2013

PRS Guitars is proud to officially announce the 2014 Collection Series by Private Stock. Introduced in the fall of 2011, the PRS Collection Series is made up...

PRS Guitars Introduces New Core Bass Line

Posted Jan 03, 2013

Paul Reed Smith and Gary Grainger began collaborating on what would become Private Stock Gary Grainger basses a decade ago. Now, in 2013, the Maryland...

New PRS \m/ Metal Pickups!

Posted Jun 26, 2013

PRS is pleased to introduce \m/ (metal) pickups! \m/ pickups are great for heavier styles of music and were designed with the metal community in mind.

SE 245 Soapbar Brings Hot Single-Coil Sounds to PRS’s 2013 SE Lineup

Posted Jan 02, 2013

Paul Reed Smith Guitars is proud to bring huge single coil tones back into their SE lineup for 2013 with the SE 245 Soapbar. This guitar provides a quality...

Paul Reed Smith Band Master Class and Concert

Posted Jan 01, 2013

The Paul Reed Smith Band will perform and conduct an all-ages master class with instruction on guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and vocals. Later the...

PRS Guitars Introduces Brent Mason Signature Model

Posted Jan 03, 2013

PRS Guitars is proud to welcome Nashville virtuoso Brent Mason to their family of signature artists. Brent worked with Paul Reed Smith for several years to...

PRS Guitars Introduces Three New SE Signature Models

Posted Jan 15, 2019

PRS Guitars is pleased to announce three new SE signature models in advance of the 2019 NAMM Winter Show: the SE Santana Singlecut Trem, SE Schizoid, and SE...

PRS Guitars, GRAND-AM, In Tune and DW Partnership

Posted May 07, 2013

Paul Reed Smith Guitars has teamed up with In Tune Monthly magazine, DW (Drum Workshop) and Guitar Center to help celebrate their 2013 official partnership...

PRS Guitars’ Coveted 59/09 and 53/10 Pickups Now Available for Sale

Posted Jul 18, 2012

PRS’s vintage-inspired 59/09 and 53/10 pickups are now available for purchase for the first time through the PRS accessories store and authorized PRS...

PRS Introduces the Experience PRS 2012 Limited Edition Amplifiers

Posted Sep 14, 2012

To complement the traditional Experience PRS Limited Edition guitars, PRS has spec’d a distinctive grouping of Experience 2012 amplifiers, including a 2...

Announcing the PRS SE Custom 7-String

Posted Sep 14, 2012

The SE Custom 24 7-String, PRS Guitars first 7-string production instrument, takes familiar PRS aesthetics and playability to new sonic territory. Using the...

PRS Guitars Reintroduces the Custom 22

Posted Jan 03, 2013

Reintroduced for 2013, the Custom 22 is a classic workhorse with all the tones you’ve come to expect from your PRS and a distinctive, musical, warm midrange....

Introducing PRS Custom Amp Designs 2-Channel Custom Amplifier

Posted Jan 02, 2013

Handmade in Stevensville, Maryland, the PRS 2-Channel Custom 50 & 100 amplifiers are the newest models available through the PRS Custom Amp Design (CAD)...

Introducing the Experience PRS 2012 Custom 24 & P22 Limited Run Guitars

Posted Sep 14, 2012

Specially appointed to commemorate the 6th annual Experience PRS event, this limited run of guitars is comprised of two models: the iconic Custom 24 and the...

PRS Announces the Experience PRS 2012 Swamp Ash Studio Multi-Foil Limited Run Electric Guitar

Posted Sep 14, 2012

In 1985, PRS made a small number of guitars with painted pinstripes dubbed “metal guitars.” The second generation in this theme, made in the later 1980’s,...

Announcing the PRS SE Clint Lowery Signature Model Electric Guitar

Posted Sep 14, 2012

Largely known as the lead guitarist for Sevendust, Clint Lowery is recognized worldwide for his raw melodies and empowering riffs. These same tones helped...

PRS Introduces a New Voice for the Electric Guitar: The 408 Maple Top and 408 Standard

Posted Sep 14, 2012

PRS is proud to offer a new voice with the 408 MT and 408 Standard. These inspiring new instruments, offered in both maple top (MT) and all mahogany...

Experience PRS 2012 Update

Posted Aug 24, 2012

Experience PRS is just a couple weeks away, and we are working hard to put the final touches on the event everyone is anxiously waiting for. All registrants...

The Signature Limited from PRS Guitars

Posted Jan 19, 2012

In early 2011, PRS Guitars offered a 100 piece run of its Signature model through the company’s exclusive Private Stock division. For 2012, this innovative...

PRS Guitars’ Exclusive Collection Series IV Instruments by Private Stock Now Available

Posted Jun 25, 2012

Introduced in the fall of 2011, PRS Guitars’ Collection Series instruments are built in small batches by the company’s Private Stock department. Each...

PRS SC 58 Wins MIPA for Best Electric Guitar 2011/2012

Posted Mar 23, 2012

PRS Guitars is proud to announce that the popular SC 58 model has received the Musikmesse International Press Award (mipa) for “Best Electric Guitar”...

School of Rock and PRS Help Support The Johns Hopkins Children's Center

Posted Apr 13, 2012

PRS would like to congratulate School of Rock [SOR] Baltimore student and two time SOR All-Star, Ted Merrill, for winning the PRS SE 245 donated to the SOR...

“Lefty” Custom 24 Limited Edition

Posted May 15, 2012

For a limited time only, PRS Guitars’ flagship model – the Custom 24 – is available to order as a left-handed instrument. The Custom 24 is the original...

PRS Guitars Offers New “Stripped” 58 Model

Posted Jun 06, 2012

The “Stripped” 58 is a vintage-inspired instrument that is perfect for more traditional single-cutaway style players and is also instantly comfortable to...

PRS Guitars’ Exclusive Collection Series III Instruments by Private Stock Now Available

Posted Apr 04, 2012

Introduced in the fall of 2011, PRS Guitars’ Collection Series instruments are built in small batches by the company’s Private Stock department. Each...

New, Improved, and Limited Edition PRS Artist Model Guitars for 2012

Posted Jan 19, 2012

PRS Guitars’ family of signature artist guitars will see updates across the line in 2012. The SE line will add an SE Dave Navarro signature guitar and...

PRS SE Custom Gets a New Look and Enhanced Switching for 2012

Posted Jan 19, 2012

The PRS SE Custom will be updated for 2012 with a new body carve and pickup control configuration. Previously the SE Custom had a flat style body, but for...

PRS 2 Channel “C” – 50 Piece Inaugural Production Run

Posted Nov 19, 2010

PRS is proud to offer the first production run of the PRS 2 Channel “C” amplifier. Handmade in Stevensville, Maryland, these amps feature two channels with...

PRS Donates Amps and Guitars to Musicians Institute

Posted Nov 19, 2010

Students at Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music (MI) have a new opportunity to experience PRS gear when they walk on campus. The school...

Opeth Guitarist Fredrik Åkesson Unveils PRS SE Signature Model at MESSE

Posted Apr 08, 2011

Paul Reed Smith Guitars is proud to welcome Fredrik Åkesson – guitarist and backing vocalist for the landmark prog metal band Opeth – to the PRS family of SE...

New Artist, Model and Colors for PRS’s SE Line

Posted Jan 13, 2011

Whether it’s the newest signature model SE from 311’s Tim Mahoney, the new SE 245 with pickups optimized for its shorter 24.5” neck or the introduction of...

Private Stock “Signature” Limited Run - New Twist on Popular Favorite

Posted Jan 13, 2011

The Signature Limited Run reintroduces the concept of the popular “Signature Series” guitar first offered over 20 years ago and adds PRS’s top tier Private...

PRS’s New “Studio” Model Electric

Posted Jan 13, 2011

PRS’s new 22 fret, 25” scale length Studio model electric guitar is a fresh, modern rendition of a traditional single-single-hum guitar set up with the...

Dweezil Zappa Limited Run Private Stock Semi-Hollow Electric

Posted Jan 13, 2011

Limited to a run of 50 guitars, the new Dweezil Zappa Private Stock semi-hollow model features a unique Custom 24 mandolin shape and is modeled after the...

PRS’s Recording Amp with Curly Maple Panels

Posted Jan 13, 2011

As the world moves more and more towards home recording, PRS is offering the new full production run Recording Amp. This “universal” amp is ideal for...

Private Stock Coffee Table Book On Sale

Posted Feb 24, 2011

"The Art of PRS" coffee table book is a stunning collection of selected PRS Private Stock guitar, bass, and acoustic models as seen through the lens of...

PRS’s New 2 Channel 50-Watt Amps

Posted Jan 13, 2011

Handmade in Stevensville, Maryland, PRS’s new 2 Channel “C” and 2 Channel “H” 50 watt amps feature two channels with independent master volume, treble, mid,...


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Making the New MT 100 Amplifier

Posted Nov 07, 2023

The result of many years of R&D and road-testing, the MT 100 is a professional amp for serious musicians. Built on a robust chassis, the MT 100 features...

Have a Listen to PRS Pedals on Bass Guitar!

Posted Jul 28, 2023

We designed our pedals for more than just guitar - they also add an amazing dimension of tones for bass!

Magnolia Boulevard Releases New EP, 'Things Are Gonna Change'

Posted Jul 07, 2023

Magnolia Boulevard have just dropped their latest EP, Things Are Gonna Change. Read about the album, here.

PRS Guitars At The 34th Annual SCMA Awards

Posted Jun 16, 2023

Recently on June 10th, the Saskatchewan Country Music Association hosted their annual awards ceremony. PRS Guitars was heavily represented throughout the...

Roberto Restuccia Releases New Album - 'Lounge Katz'

Posted Apr 25, 2023

UK based PRS Artist Roberto Restuccia has just dropped Lounge Katz, his latest studio album.

Meet Our Newest SE Lefty Models

Posted Sep 28, 2023

Lefties rejoice! We have 5 exciting SE models now available for order in a left-handed configuration for a limited time! (And remember the PRS SE Custom 24...

Absenci Releases New Single, 'Carpe Diem'

Posted Jan 26, 2023

Spanish rock-metal powerhouse Absenci have just dropped the first single from their forthcoming sophomore EP, Carpe Deim. Learn more here!

Meet the 2023 New Products!

Posted Jan 09, 2023

A new year means new gear from PRS! In this blog we’re excited to introduce you to the latest in our lineup of SE, S2, Bolt-On, Core, and amplifier products!...

Paul Reed Smith Visits Musicians Institute in California

Posted Dec 12, 2022

Earlier this month, we visited California to hang out with our friends at the Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music and to host a “PRS Day” for...

Pulse Artist Nominated For Four New England Music Awards

Posted Sep 29, 2022

We are beyond thrilled to share that PRS Pulse Artist Tanya Venom and her band Stormstress have been nominated for four New England Music Awards!

Rhonda Smith Joins Jimmy Kimmel's 'Cleto And The Cletones'

Posted Aug 26, 2022

We are thrilled to announce that long-time PRS artist and bassist extraordinaire Rhonda Smith has a new gig. Read more about it and her upcoming tour with...

Meet the New HDRX 20 Amplifier!

Posted Oct 14, 2022

We're excited to announce a new lower-wattage version of our popular HDRX amp - the HDRX 20. Learn more about the amp and hear it in this blog!

Building the Private Stock Orianthi Limited Edition!

Posted Jul 29, 2022

Earlier this year we announced a special limited edition Private Stock model with PRS artist, Orianthi. See photos specs and more here!

Meet PRS Employees That Have Been Here 30+ Years

Posted Dec 21, 2022

In this story, we interviewed PRS employees who have been a part of our business for over 30 years. We asked each employee to take a trip down memory lane...

Shinedown Releases New Album, 'Planet Zero'

Posted Jun 30, 2022

Delayed from its original release date back in April, Shinedown’s highly anticipated seventh studio album Planet Zero, is finally almost upon us. Read our...

New Music From Pulse Artists!

Posted Jun 17, 2022

Meet the Private Stock Orianthi Limited Edition + Q&A w/ Orianthi!

Posted Jan 14, 2022

We interview Orianthi about a few of her favorite specs on this new limited edition model. Meet the model here!

Meet the New 2022 Models

Posted Jan 10, 2022

A new year means new gear! In this blog, we'll run down our new 2022 products, give you the scoop on the latest updates to some of your favorite models, and...

PRS Year In Review 2021

Posted Dec 23, 2021

In this blog, we recap all of 2021's new products, fun stats, and the cool projects the PRS team worked on.

Introducing Eightlock - Paul Reed Smith's Latest Musical Project

Posted Dec 08, 2021

Paul Reed Smith and friends embark on a new musical journey, learn more here!

Limp Bizkit Returns With New Album, 'Still Sucks' - Q&A with Wes Borland

Posted Nov 23, 2021

Nu-metal Icons Limp Bizikt have returned to the charts with their first new record in a decade. Read our Q&A with Limp Bizkit guitarist Wes Borland here.

New Album from Steven Wilson

Posted Mar 05, 2013

Jimmy Herring and "The Ringers"

Posted Feb 14, 2013

Meet The Artist: Donna Grantis

Posted Jan 09, 2014

Meet The Artist: Trevor McNevan

Posted Aug 25, 2014

Meet 6 Rocking Female Guitarists

Posted Oct 14, 2015

New Album Release: Saint Asonia

Posted Jul 22, 2015

311 Release New Album "Mosaic"

Posted Jul 03, 2017

Akasha Releases New Album, Aurora

Posted Sep 12, 2019

Meet the Artist: Marco Wriedt

Posted Jan 27, 2020

PRS Employee Spotlight - Billy Hawthorne // Body Assembly

Posted Aug 25, 2021

25-year PRS employee Billy Hawthorne has mastered his craft. We interviewed him about his job as body build team leader, what a day in his life is like at...

New "From The Archives" Episode! 12-Strings & 8-String Fretless Bass

Posted Apr 28, 2021

We have a special new episode of From The Archives available now! Check out this blog to see the latest instruments we pulled off of the shelf inside our...

Meet the New 2021 PRS Products

Posted Jan 14, 2021

We're excited to show you the newest PRS products. Take a look at this blog for new model information, specs, and demo videos!

Narrowfield Pickups: Their History & Revival

Posted Jan 26, 2021

Narrowfield pickups are back! However, if you have no idea what a Narrowfield pickup is, then this blog is for you. In this story we unpack the history of...

PRS Product Series: The Breakdown

Posted Oct 02, 2020

Whether you’re new to PRS, or preparing to buy your 10th PRS guitar or amp, this guide is designed to help you understand our product series more clearly!...

What's Music College Like? Q&A with PRS Artists & Friends who are Berklee Alumni

Posted Aug 19, 2020

Have you ever considered what it would be like to attend a music school? In this blog we interview talented musicians who are former Berklee alumni. Gain...

Paul Reed Smith, The Teacher

Posted Jul 09, 2020

When many people think of Paul Reed Smith, they think of a meticulous, creative luthier who built our company up to a reputation of master craftsmanship and...

One Blog, All Nine PRS Dragon Guitars

Posted Apr 07, 2020

Throughout our company's history, the Dragon models may be the most visually striking instruments we've ever created. From ornate inlays featuring abalone,...

Meet The Next Generation: Four PRS Artists Under 20

Posted Sep 27, 2019

It takes serious skill to play guitar in front of 50,000 people at an NFL game, rock out on stages throughout the country with the Vans Warped Tour, sit in...

PRS AT NAMM 2020

Posted Jan 14, 2020

We're headed to sunny Anaheim, California for the annual NAMM show and our booth is almost ready! In this blog, we'll give you a preview of what to expect at...

Join the Play at Home Challenge

Posted Apr 21, 2020

A few weeks ago we kicked-off the “Play at Home Challenge.” Initially, we developed the idea in order to stay connected to our employees at home - now it's...

PRS Employee Spotlight - Travis Guare // Casing

Posted Aug 16, 2019

PRS employee Travis Guare and his coworkers in our casing department represent an important quality control step within the PRS factory. Meet Travis and...

Meet Five Female Artists Who Rock

Posted Oct 25, 2019

In this blog we interviewed five female PRS artists covering a variety of musical genres and styles. Read about their musical influences, favorite PRS gear,...

Meet The Model: Crossroads Pre-Factory Santana I Limited

Posted Aug 20, 2019

The PRS Crossroads Pre-Factory Santana I Limited Edition is modeled after the first guitar that Paul Reed Smith built for Carlos Santana. In the Fall of 1980...

PRS SE Acoustics: Shaping The Sound Of A New Lineup

Posted Aug 03, 2018

In January 2018, we decided to kick off the year with a bang by announcing an entirely new lineup of PRS SE Acoustics. It’s safe to say that a lot of time...

Behind The Scenes: The Private Stock Wood Vault

Posted Oct 05, 2018

Part dream land, part wooden candy shop, read this story to see inside "The Vault" where our most prized woods live.

Behind The Scenes: Making The Private Stock Calendar

Posted Oct 23, 2018

For the past 16 years, PRS has released the “Private Stock Calendar” each Fall. Inside the 2019 calendar are high-resolution photographs of 13 unique Private...

GuitCon 2018 Wrap-Up!

Posted Oct 30, 2018

After 5 magical days in Germany, our team is back from the gear paradise known as GuitCon. Get the full scoop on the 2018 event here!

Meet The New 2019 PRS Models

Posted Nov 13, 2018

We're excited to bring you a few updates to our lineup of products for 2019. Read on and we'll walk you through the new gear!

Meet Some Rocking PRS Artists Under 20 Years Old!

Posted Feb 26, 2018

Check out this blog to meet a few of PRS' youngest endorsers! Age is no indicator of talent when it comes to these young players. each of whom undoubtedly...

Q&A with Session Guitarist and Premier Guitar Demo Guru, John Bohlinger

Posted Mar 09, 2018

You may recognize John Bohlinger from the hundreds of gear reviews he’s filmed as Premier Guitar’s resident demo artist. John is a longtime fan/artist of PRS...

Check Out These Great PRS Dealers!

Posted Nov 20, 2017

Your guitar buying experience should be low stress! Having a great selection of PRS models in one place, paired with a knowledgable staff, will help you find...

Behind-The-Scenes: S2 Series Artists (Part 2!)

Posted May 08, 2017

For this behind-the-scenes look at the S2 Series, we interviewed 3 professional touring musicians who use S2 guitars at the heart of their gigging rigs....

Behind The Scenes: Life As A Guitar Tech

Posted Jun 14, 2017

If you're a high-level musician on the road, you've probably come to realize that a good guitar tech is an invaluable asset. They have the skills to keep...

Behind The Scenes: CE 24 Artists

Posted Jun 26, 2017

We interviewed 3 professional touring musicians to learn how they put their PRS CE 24 models to work. Check out this story to get an inside look at their...

Meet The Models: SE Basses

Posted Mar 21, 2017

In the summer of 2014, we introduced SE basses to the world for the first time with the launch of the SE Kestrel and SE Kingfisher. In this blog post, we...

NAMM 2017 Wrap-Up!

Posted Jan 26, 2017

Our 32nd year at the winter NAMM show has drawn to a close. Catch a recap of the action here!

PRS In Musical Instrument Museum's "Dragons & Vines" Exhibit!

Posted Sep 27, 2016

This November, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix Arizona is celebrating the unparalleled combination of imagination and artistry in inlaid...

A Closer Look: The McCarty 594 Models

Posted May 24, 2019

The PRS "McCarty" was born in 1994 from a passion for vintage tone. The McCarty 594 models embody the culmination of our understanding of vintage instruments...

Meet The Model: November Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month”

Posted Dec 08, 2016

2016 is a special year because it celebrates the 20th Anniversary of our custom shop, affectionately known as Private Stock. For this anniversary year,...

Private Stock's 20th Anniversary - A 2016 Retrospective

Posted Dec 19, 2016

2016 has certainly been a busy year for our Private Stock department! Join us in taking a look back at all of the 20th anniversary models we released!

Meet The Models: The 2017 SE Lineup

Posted Oct 17, 2016

As a musician, you want an instrument you can trust. A guitar that can take a beating but keep on giving, stay in tune when it matters, and sound incredible....

Meet The Model: July Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month”

Posted Aug 03, 2016

For our Private Stock department’s 20th Anniversary, we’ve brought back our “Guitar Of The Month” program! A new experimental guitar design will be released...

The Private Stock “Periscope Guitars” #4 & #5 Are Complete!

Posted Sep 23, 2016

The “Periscope Guitars” are instruments hand-spec’d by Paul Reed Smith in our Private Stock wood vault via live streaming video on Periscope. It’s a fun...

Missed Connections: 58/15 Limited Edition Custom 24

Posted Jul 27, 2016

“Missed Connections" are our way of making sure you have a second chance to see all of the great limited run guitars that we make - often in very small...

The Private Stock “Periscope Guitar” #3 Is Complete!

Posted Sep 02, 2016

If this is your first time hearing about it, the "Periscope Guitars" are instruments hand-spec'd by Paul Reed Smith in our Private Stock wood vault via live...

PRS Collection Series - A Retrospective

Posted Apr 29, 2016

When most people think of the pinnacle of PRS quality, they think of our Private Stock department - a small team of luthiers in our Maryland shop crafting...

PRS at the 2016 Vans Warped Tour!

Posted Jun 23, 2016

Another summer means another Warped Tour! If you haven’t heard of Warped Tour, we’ll help get you up to speed, check out this blog post!

Meet The Model: May Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month”

Posted Jun 16, 2016

For our Private Stock department’s 20th Anniversary, we’ve brought back our “Guitar Of The Month” program! A new experimental guitar design will be released...

PRS at "The Music Experience!"

Posted May 31, 2016

For the past few years, PRS has partnered up with “The Music Experience” at a handful of big music festivals across the country. The Music Experience is a...

SE Acoustic Factory Authorized Summer Sale!

Posted Jun 01, 2016

Shorts, sandals, and sunlight aren’t the only things to look forward to this summer! We’re excited to announce our SE Acoustic Factory Authorized Summer...

Meet The Model: The McCarty 594

Posted Jun 22, 2016

It’s been about a month since we released our newest core model, the McCarty 594, and the feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive! This model...

Behind-The-Scenes: The Super Eagle Collaboration with John Mayer

Posted Apr 11, 2016

In mid-2015, Paul Reed Smith was put in touch with Grammy-winning musician John Mayer. The two then set off to build a world-class instrument, read the story...

Meet The Model: April Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month"

Posted Apr 21, 2016

For our Private Stock department's 20th Anniversary, we've brought back our "Guitar Of The Month" program! A new experimental guitar design will be released...

The Best Metal and Hard Rock Rigs from PRS Guitars

Posted Apr 20, 2016

When you want to rock, you don't want anything getting in the way. Here at PRS we want you to be able to trust your gear so that you can focus on the...

Meet The Models: SE Acoustic Guitars

Posted Apr 20, 2016

If you’re a guitarist, having a reliable, smooth playing, and awesome sounding acoustic is a must. Acoustic guitars have an unmistakable voicing that goes...

Meet The Model: February Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month”

Posted Feb 24, 2016

2015 was the year of our 30th Anniversary, and now that it’s behind us, we have a new exciting year to focus on, 2016! This year is special because it...

Meet The Dealer - Sam Ash Music!

Posted Mar 31, 2016

Our dealer network is important to us here at PRS Guitars! After all, they’re the folks taking care of our guitars after we make them and before they get...

The Private Stock "Periscope Guitar" #2 Is Complete!

Posted Mar 02, 2016

What's this "Periscope Guitar" you ask? ...Well it started a few months ago when we grabbed Paul Reed Smith and asked him if he wanted to try something new....

Listen to the PRS "Employee Yearbook" Album!

Posted Dec 18, 2015

Here at PRS we care about great instruments and great music. Most of our 250 skilled employees play some sort of instrument: guitar, bass, percussion, and...

Meet The Private Stock Dealer - Wild West Guitars

Posted Jan 04, 2016

Our Private Stock dealers are hand-selected from our authorized dealer base to ensure you have the most dedicated and knowledgeable people helping you...

Meet The January Private Stock “Guitar Of The Month”

Posted Jan 27, 2016

2015 was the year of our 30th Anniversary, and now that it’s behind us, we have a new exciting year to focus on, 2016! This year is special because it...

Gary Grainger 4-String and SE Kestrel Basses Reviewed by Bass Gear Magazine!

Posted Dec 08, 2015

Recently, Bass Gear Magazine reviewed two PRS basses, the Gary Grainger 4-string and SE Kestrel. Both received glowing reviews and nods for their...

A Look Back At Our 30th Anniversary Offerings!

Posted Dec 11, 2015

2015 has been a milestone year for our company! We celebrated our 30th Anniversary and commemorated it in style with a number of new guitar offerings. Let's...

PTC Guitar Overhaul - "Floyd" Custom 24!

Posted Dec 14, 2015

The Paul Reed Smith Tech Center (PTC) is in the business of making your guitar dreams a reality. In addition to standard PRS repairs and maintenance, the PTC...

Missed Connections: 30th Anniversary Lefty Custom 24

Posted Jan 18, 2016

Every once in a while on our blog you’ll see a post titled“missed connections.” It’s our way of making sure you have a second chance to see all of the great...

Meet The Model: PRS S2 Satins

Posted Nov 10, 2015

After months of research and development, play testing, and fine tuning, we are proud to present three S2 Satin models! Check out this blog post to meet the...

Meet The Private Stock Dealer - Willcutt Guitars

Posted Nov 11, 2015

Our Private Stock dealers are hand-selected from our authorized dealer base to ensure you have the most dedicated and knowledgeable people helping you...

Paul Reed Smith Shares His Halloween Stories Including The Haunted Shop!

Posted Oct 30, 2015

From a young age, Paul has always enjoyed Halloween. In this blog post he shares three of his favorite funny (and scary) memories of past Halloween adventures.

Fast Cars and Trophy Guitars: The PRS & IMSA Partnership

Posted Nov 12, 2015

For six consecutive years, PRS Guitars has partnered with IMSA and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. In this blog post, learn more about our...

Paul Explains PRS Pickups and The Release of the New 85/15 & 58/15 Designs

Posted Sep 02, 2015

In this blog you can learn more about PRS pickups, their history, and our desire to continually improve. Also, watch Paul explain some of our philosophies in...

PRS Collection Series - The Story

Posted Sep 10, 2015

The PRS Collection Series was introduced in the Fall of 2011, and began with our dream of building the best guitar model we could. After sorting out the very...

Tips from a Recording Engineer: The Critical Difference Between Gain and Volume

Posted Sep 23, 2015

One of the keys to unlocking the greatest tone from your amp is to understand the critical difference between gain and volume. In the following blog post,...

PTC Guitar Overhaul - SE Mods and Low-Tuning!

Posted Oct 13, 2015

The Paul Reed Smith Tech Center (PTC) is in the business of making your guitar dreams a reality. In addition to standard PRS repairs and maintenance, the PTC...

Paul's "Periscope Guitar" Is Here!

Posted Oct 16, 2015

A few months ago, we grabbed Paul Reed Smith and asked him if he wanted to try something new. We showed him an app called Periscope. Using the app, we were...

PRS McCarty Model: The Story of Paul Reed Smith and Ted McCarty

Posted Aug 12, 2015

Many are familiar with our McCarty guitar, but few understand the significance behind this model. Check out this blog post to learn more about Paul Reed...

Meet The Dealer - Northeast Music Center!

Posted Aug 17, 2015

Our dealer network is important to us here at PRS Guitars! After all, they’re the folks taking care of our guitars after we make them and before they get...

Playing For Thousands: PRS Artists Who Work With Pop Stars

Posted Mar 22, 2018

Many gigging musicians get some butterflies in their stomach before each performance, but imagine the extra pressure when playing in front of tens of...

Check Out Three New Private Stock Gallery Guitars!

Posted Sep 29, 2017

The "Private Stock Gallery" is a section of our website where we showcase a handful of the incredible guitars that our Private Stock team has recently built....

PTC Brent Mason Electronics Overhaul

Posted May 11, 2015

The Paul Reed Smith Tech Center (PTC) is in the business of making your guitar dreams a reality. In addition to standard PRS repairs and maintenance, the PTC...

PRS AT NAMM 2019

Posted Jan 23, 2019

We just landed in sunny Anaheim, California for the annual NAMM show and the booth is ready! Check out this blog for a look at this year's booth as well as...

PRS 2014 Year In Review!

Posted Dec 19, 2014

2014 was a busy year for us here at PRS Guitars. We jam packed 2014 with exciting product launches and new offerings. We're going to try and sum it all up...

The Story Of The 30th Anniversary Custom 24

Posted Feb 12, 2015

It's our 30th Anniversary year and we're pretty excited about it. Paul started this business in 1985 in the attic of an old building in downtown Annapolis,...

Small Batch Limited Edition Amps!

Posted Aug 29, 2014

New product releases are always fun, especially when they sound and look as good as these two limited releases from our amp department! We are proud to...

King Crimson's Jakko Jakszyk Discusses His New Custom-Built P24 Guitar

Posted Sep 02, 2014

A multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and record producer, Jakko is the current lead singer and second guitarist in King Crimson and also pursues a...

Understanding The Custom 24 Control Layout

Posted Oct 21, 2014

The Custom 24 is the quintessential PRS guitar. This iconic instrument was the first model that Paul Reed Smith brought to the public at PRS Guitars’ first...

A Closer Look: The HXDA 30 Combo Amplifier!

Posted Jun 16, 2014

The PRS HXDA delivers vintage tone with modern reliability. The HXDA is an internally bridged two-channel amplifier with a single output. With separate...

PRS Brent Mason Model PTC Overhaul

Posted Jun 10, 2014

Imagine this..you've purchased your dream guitar and it feels and sounds great in your hands, BUT there's just one little thing that you think would really...

Private Stock Blue Tortuga Acoustic

Posted Jun 26, 2014

Inspired by our fondness for nature and our affinity for color, the Blue Tortuga Private Stock Acoustic will catch listener's eyes and ears. Outstanding tone...

Meet The Model: Paul's Guitar & SE Paul's Guitar

Posted Feb 18, 2019

From the earliest release of the "Paul's Guitar," the framework for the model has been Paul Reed Smith’s latest discoveries surrounding tone. For 2019, the...

PTC Refinish and Electronics Overhaul!

Posted Jul 15, 2014

Our PTC took on the challenge of refinishing this older model Custom 24. Read on to learn how this old Custom got a breath of new life!

Private Stock of the Month - June 2014

Posted Jun 23, 2014

“Private Stock” guitars are custom-built and made to order. The goal of Private Stock is to create the most beautiful, best playing, and best sounding guitar...

Private Stock of the Month - August 2014

Posted Aug 06, 2014

“Private Stock” guitars are custom-built and made to order. The goal of Private Stock is to create the most beautiful, best playing, and best sounding guitar...

Private Stock of the Month

Posted Aug 27, 2014

“Private Stock” guitars are custom-built and made to order. The goal of Private Stock is to create the most beautiful, best playing, and best sounding guitar...

Private Stock of the Month - May 2014

Posted May 16, 2014

"Private Stock" guitars are custom-built and made to order. The goal of Private Stock is to create the most beautiful, best playing, and best sounding guitar...

Rig Showdown!

Posted Oct 18, 2013

In this rig showdown we have an Artist Package Custom 24 w/ Maple neck vs a Single Cut 245!

Meet The Three New 2019 SE Signature Guitars

Posted Jan 15, 2019

We're just two weeks deep in 2019 and we have some new gear that we're excited to show you. Get the details here.

The Low End

Posted Sep 14, 2012

PRS Bass Clinic with Gary Grainger, Kevin Walker, Mike Echols, Mike Pryor and Wyzard.

513 vs 408 - How Are They Different?

Posted Aug 10, 2016

Our 513 and 408 models both fall into a sort of "specialty" category here at PRS. While both instruments are 22 fret models with our custom body shape, they...

Ideal Rock Guitars from the PRS SE Line

Posted Aug 29, 2016

In this blog post, we hand the reins over to Bobby Kittleberger, the founder and editor of Guitar Chalk and a contributing editor at Guitar World. If your...

Signature Limited Video Demos

Posted Apr 18, 2012

Pretty much all I'm playing these days is our Signature model, which was released as a limited edition at NAMM this past January. Don’t get me wrong, it’s...

Phase III Locking Tuners

Posted Mar 23, 2012

Every part of a guitar has an effect on its overall tone. Anything a string is attached to will drain energy away from it. Let's consider tuners. Tuning...

Instruments Made Out Of Instruments

Posted Aug 25, 2016

"Instruments Made Out of Instruments" is a video created by a long time musician and fan of PRS using strictly raw guitar materials. Watch the video and read...