PRS Private Stock Paul’s Guitar in Persimmon with Cherry Smoked Burst “Guitars of the Month”, (Used COMM)

The PRS Private Stock Paul’s Guitar in Persimmon with Cherry Smoked Burst is a masterpiece that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship and unparalleled artistry of PRS’s Private Stock division. Designed to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Private Stock, this guitar combines luxurious aesthetics with top-tier functionality.

The neck is carved from Peruvian Mahogany, providing a warm and resonant tonal foundation, and paired with an African Blackwood fingerboard for a rich playing feel. The fingerboard is adorned with "modified" brushstroke bird inlays crafted from Gold Mother of Pearl, with intricate “Strad” style purfling made from Mother of Pearl, Maple, and Gold Mother of Pearl. The top is a stunning Curly Maple, finished in a vibrant Persimmon hue complemented by a Cherry Smoked Burst, which seamlessly transitions into the African Ribbon Mahogany back for a classic yet contemporary look.

At the heart of this guitar's sonic versatility are the PRS 408 N pickups, controlled via a volume and tone knob, a 3-way toggle switch, and two mini switches for coil-tapping. This setup offers an extensive tonal palette, ranging from robust humbucking tones to articulate single-coil sounds. Whether onstage or in the studio, this guitar’s dynamic range ensures it excels in any musical context.

Hardware appointments include a PRS Gen III tremolo with locking saddles and Phase III locking tuners with African Blackwood buttons. The backplates are crafted from African Ribbon Mahogany, maintaining visual cohesion. Finished in high-gloss nitro, this guitar is both visually and sonically striking, epitomising PRS’s dedication to excellence and innovation. Limited to just ten pieces as part of the June “Guitars of the Month” and built to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Private Stock, it’s a rare and extraordinary instrument worthy of its commemorative status.