Quick Product Summary

The 2026 PRS SE CE 24 Standard in Charcoal combines the snap and immediacy of bolt-on construction with an all-mahogany body, 24-fret playability and the tonal flexibility of PRS 85/15 “S” pickups. Its thin satin body finish, bolt-on maple Wide Thin neck and rosewood fingerboard create a responsive, comfortable instrument suited to everything from clean rhythm work and blues to rock, alternative and higher-gain styles.

A push/pull tone control adds coil-tapped sounds alongside the full humbucker voices, while the PRS Patented Tremoloprovides expressive pitch control. Finished in understated Charcoal and supplied with a PRS gig bag, the SE CE 24 Standard is a highly versatile choice for developing players, regular gigging musicians and experienced guitarists looking for an affordable bolt-on PRS workhorse.

At A Glance

What Makes the PRS SE CE 24 Standard Special?

The SE CE 24 Standard takes the familiar PRS 24-fret formula in a more stripped-back direction. Its all-mahogany body receives a thin satin finish, while the bolt-on maple neck adds the immediate attack and lively response associated with the CE family. The Wide Thin neck profile, 25-inch scale and 10-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard give it a comfortable modern feel, with 24 frets providing a full two-octave range on every string.

Two PRS 85/15 “S” pickups provide balanced humbucker tones with strong clarity at both ends of the frequency range. Pulling the tone control switches the pickups into their brighter single-coil mode, significantly expanding the guitar's usable sounds without complicating the control layout. Add the PRS Patented Tremolo and the SE CE 24 Standard becomes a genuinely versatile instrument for stage, studio and everyday playing.

Who Is It For?

The PRS SE CE 24 Standard is ideal for guitarists who want a versatile PRS with the more immediate response of bolt-on neck construction.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Rock and alternative guitarists

• Blues players

• Indie and pop musicians

• Players moving up to their first serious electric guitar

• PRS fans who prefer bolt-on construction

• Guitarists who need humbucker and brighter coil-tapped sounds

• Musicians who want 24-fret access

• Players who use expressive tremolo effects

• Home and studio recording

• Regular rehearsal and live performance

Why Choose a Bolt-On 24-Fret Electric Guitar?

Bolt-on construction is valued for its immediate attack and articulate response. Notes tend to have a strong initial definition, which can work particularly well for clean rhythm playing, precise riffs and distorted sounds where separation between notes is important.

The 24-fret layout extends the playing range to two full octaves on each string, making the SE CE 24 Standard particularly useful for lead players. Combined with PRS's 25-inch scale length, it offers a versatile balance between comfortable string feel and clear response.

PRS SE CE 24 Standard vs SE CE 24

Both models use bolt-on maple neck construction, 24 frets, 85/15 “S” pickups and PRS tremolo hardware, but the SE CE 24 Standard uses an all-mahogany body with a thin satin finish. The regular SE CE 24 adds maple-top construction for a different visual presentation and tonal recipe. Players looking for a simpler, understated and particularly accessible route into the PRS CE platform may prefer the Standard.

PRS SE CE 24 Standard vs Stoptail Satin

PRS also offers a SE CE 24 Standard Stoptail Satin, which replaces the tremolo with a fixed stoptail bridge. This Charcoal SE CE 24 Standard instead features the PRS Patented Tremolo, making it the better choice for players who want vibrato and expressive pitch effects. Players who never use a tremolo and prioritise the simplicity of a fixed bridge may prefer the Stoptail version.

Technical Specifications

Body

• Body Construction: Solidbody

• Body Wood: Mahogany

• Top Carve: Shallow Violin

• Body Finish: Thin Satin

• Finish / Colour: Charcoal

Neck

• Neck Wood: Maple

• Neck Construction: Scarfed

• Neck / Body Joint: Bolt-On

• Neck Finish: Semi-Gloss

• Neck Shape: Wide Thin

• Scale Length: 25"

• Number of Frets: 24

• Fret Wire: PRS SE Standard

• Fret Crown Width: .110"

• Fret Crown Height: .045"

• Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

• Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 13/16"

• Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 57/64"

• Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16"

• Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4"

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 10"

• Fingerboard Inlays: PRS Birds

• Headstock Logo: Signature “SE”

• Truss Rod Cover: CE

Electronics

• Bridge / Treble Pickup: PRS 85/15 “S”

• Neck / Bass Pickup: PRS 85/15 “S”

• Controls: Master Volume, Push/Pull Master Tone

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle

• Additional Switching: Coil Tap via Push/Pull Tone Control

Pickup Switching

• Position 1: Bridge / Treble Pickup

• Position 2: Bridge and Neck Pickups

• Position 3: Neck / Bass Pickup

Push/Pull Tone Control

• Down: Humbucker Mode

• Up: Single-Coil Mode

Hardware

• Bridge: PRS Patented Tremolo

• Tuners: PRS Designed Tuners with Wing Buttons

• Hardware Finish: Nickel

• Nut: PRS

Strings & Tuning

• Factory Strings: PRS Classic 10–46

• Factory Tuning: Standard E-A-D-G-B-E

PRS 85/15 “S” Pickups

The 85/15 “S” pickups are designed to deliver clarity and an extended response across both the low and high frequencies.

The bridge pickup provides the punch and definition needed for riffs, rock rhythm work and lead sounds, while the neck pickup offers a warmer response for blues, clean passages and smoother melodic playing.

Pulling the master tone control accesses the pickups' single-coil mode, adding brighter, more articulate sounds to the full humbucker voices.

Wide Thin Bolt-On Maple Neck

The Wide Thin neck profile gives the SE CE 24 Standard a relatively streamlined front-to-back feel while maintaining enough width for comfortable fretting.

Its bolt-on maple construction contributes to the guitar's direct attack, while the 25-inch scale length and 10-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard provide a versatile playing surface for chords, bends and contemporary lead techniques.

With 24 frets available, the guitar also offers excellent upper-register range.

Thin Satin Mahogany Body

Rather than using the figured maple-top construction associated with many PRS models, the SE CE 24 Standard uses a straightforward all-mahogany body.

A thin satin finish helps give the instrument its understated, workhorse appearance while keeping the focus firmly on the natural resonance of the mahogany construction. The Charcoal finish gives this 2026 model a dark, clean and contemporary look.

PRS Patented Tremolo

The PRS Patented Tremolo allows players to add anything from subtle chord shimmer and melodic vibrato to more pronounced pitch movement.

It makes this version particularly versatile for guitarists who use tremolo effects as part of their playing style while retaining the familiar layout and feel of a PRS bridge system.

What’s Included?

• 1 x PRS SE CE 24 Standard Electric Guitar in Charcoal

• 1 x PRS Gig Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the 2026 PRS SE CE 24 Standard?

Yes. This listing is for the 2026 PRS SE CE 24 Standard in Charcoal.

Does the Charcoal model have a satin finish?

Yes. The mahogany body features a thin satin finish, giving the guitar its understated look and tactile feel.

What is the body made from?

The SE CE 24 Standard uses an all-mahogany solidbody with a Shallow Violin top carve.

Is the neck bolt-on?

Yes. The maple neck is bolt-on, which is one of the defining characteristics of the CE design.

What pickups are fitted?

It features two PRS 85/15 “S” pickups, designed to provide strong clarity, balance and extended frequency response.

Can the pickups produce single-coil sounds?

Yes. Pulling the tone control switches the pickups into single-coil mode, providing brighter and more articulate alternatives to the full humbucker sounds.

What neck profile does it use?

The guitar features PRS's Wide Thin neck profile.

What is the scale length?

It uses the familiar 25-inch PRS scale length, sitting between common 24.75-inch and 25.5-inch electric guitar designs.

How many frets does it have?

The SE CE 24 Standard has 24 frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the fingerboard made from?

It has a rosewood fingerboard with a 10-inch radius and PRS bird inlays.

Does this model have a tremolo?

Yes. This version features the PRS Patented Tremolo.

Is this the same as the SE CE 24 Standard Stoptail Satin?

No. The Stoptail Satin is a separate model with a fixed bridge. This SE CE 24 Standard uses the PRS Patented Tremolo.

Is it suitable for higher-gain sounds?

Yes. The 85/15 “S” humbuckers provide good definition with distortion and overdrive, while the bolt-on construction contributes to an articulate response.

What styles of music suit the SE CE 24 Standard?

Its versatile electronics and 24-fret layout make it well suited to rock, blues, indie, alternative, pop, fusion and a wide range of other styles.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its straightforward controls and comfortable Wide Thin neck make it accessible to developing players, while its specification is capable enough for experienced and professional musicians.

Does the PRS SE CE 24 Standard come with a gig bag?

Yes. A PRS gig bag is included.

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