Description

 

Quick Product Summary

The 2026 PRS SE Custom 24 in Black Gold Sunburst brings the defining features of the original PRS Custom 24 into the accessible SE range, combining elegant carved-top styling, comfortable playability and a broad selection of electric guitar tones. Its mahogany back, maple top and flame maple veneer provide the classic PRS construction recipe, complemented by a set maple Wide Thin neck, rosewood fingerboard and iconic bird inlays.

Two PRS 85/15 “S” humbuckers provide clarity, punch and extended high- and low-frequency response, while the push/pull tone control expands the available sounds beyond conventional full humbucker operation. With 24 frets, a versatile 25-inch scale and the PRS Patented Tremolo, the SE Custom 24 is equally at home with clean tones, blues, classic rock, modern gain sounds, pop, alternative music and expressive lead playing.


At A Glance

Feature Details
Brand PRS
Model SE Custom 24
Model Year 2026
Finish Black Gold Sunburst
Condition New
Type Solidbody Electric Guitar
Pickups 2 x PRS 85/15 “S” Humbuckers
Scale Length 25"
Main Appeal Classic PRS versatility with 24-fret access
Best For Rock, blues, pop, alternative, studio and live performance
Included PRS Gig Bag

What Makes the PRS SE Custom 24 Special?

The Custom 24 is the design that established the PRS identity, and the SE version retains many of the features that make that platform so versatile. A mahogany back with maple top and flame maple veneer gives the guitar its familiar carved-top appearance, while the set maple Wide Thin neck, rosewood fingerboard and 24-fret layout provide comfortable access across the full playing range. The Black Gold Sunburst finish highlights the flame figuring beautifully and gives this 2026 model a classic high-end PRS look.

PRS equips the guitar with a pair of 85/15 “S” pickups, voiced for clarity and an extended frequency response that works particularly well across clean and driven sounds. A three-way blade selector keeps operation straightforward, while the push/pull tone control adds further tonal flexibility. Combined with the PRS Patented Tremolo, the SE Custom 24 is designed as a genuine all-rounder rather than an instrument restricted to one musical style.


Who Is It For?

The PRS SE Custom 24 is ideal for guitarists looking for a single versatile electric guitar capable of covering a wide range of styles.

Its comfortable Wide Thin neck, 24-fret access and flexible electronics make it suitable for intermediate players moving to a higher-specification instrument as well as experienced musicians wanting a dependable gigging or recording guitar.

It is particularly well suited to:

  • Rock and alternative guitarists

  • Blues players

  • Pop and contemporary musicians

  • Progressive and fusion players

  • Gigging guitarists covering several styles

  • Home and professional recording

  • Players who need 24-fret access

  • Guitarists who use both clean and higher-gain sounds

  • Players who want expressive tremolo effects

  • Musicians looking for the classic PRS experience within the SE range


Why Choose a 24-Fret Dual-Humbucker Guitar?

A 24-fret guitar extends the fingerboard through two full octaves on each string, providing extra upper-register range for solos, melodic work and modern playing techniques.

Pairing that extended range with dual humbuckers gives the Custom 24 plenty of output and body for rock and driven sounds, while the additional switching available through the push/pull tone control broadens its usefulness for cleaner and more articulate parts.

The result is a particularly effective format for players who want one instrument capable of covering several roles.


PRS SE Custom 24 vs SE Custom 22-Style Designs

The defining difference is the 24-fret fingerboard, which gives the Custom 24 additional upper-register range and also influences the positioning of the neck pickup. Players who regularly use high-register lead techniques may particularly appreciate the extra access, while those looking for the quintessential modern PRS layout will find the Custom 24 one of the most recognisable choices in the range.


Technical Specifications

Body

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Top Wood: Maple

  • Top Veneer: Flame Maple

  • Back Wood: Mahogany

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

  • Finish / Colour: Black Gold Sunburst

Neck

  • Neck Wood: Maple

  • Neck Construction: Multi-Ply

  • Neck / Body Joint: Set

  • Neck Shape: Wide Thin

  • Scale Length: 25"

  • Number of Frets: 24

  • Fret Wire: PRS SE Standard

  • Fret Crown Width: .104"

  • Fret Crown Height: .046"

  • 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: Custom

Electronics

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

  • Neck / Bass Pickup: PRS 85/15 “S” Humbucker

  • Controls: Master Volume, Push/Pull Master Tone

  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Blade Switch

Pickup Switching

  • Position 1: Bridge / Treble Pickup

  • Position 2: Bridge and Neck Pickups

  • Position 3: Neck / Bass Pickup

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 PRS 85/15 “S” pickups are designed around clarity and extended frequency response, giving the SE Custom 24 a broad tonal foundation.

The bridge pickup provides the definition and punch needed for rhythm work, rock riffs and lead tones, while the neck pickup delivers a warmer and smoother response for clean playing, blues and fluid lead lines.

The push/pull tone control expands the available sounds further, making the guitar especially useful when one instrument needs to cover several different parts within the same performance.


Wide Thin Maple Neck

PRS's Wide Thin neck profile is designed to provide a fast, comfortable feel without becoming excessively narrow across the fingerboard.

Combined with the 25-inch scale length and 10-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard, it provides an adaptable playing surface for chord work, bends, technical lead playing and modern guitar techniques.

The 24-fret layout also provides a full two-octave range on each string.


PRS Patented Tremolo

The PRS Patented Tremolo allows expressive pitch control while maintaining the familiar feel and functionality expected from a PRS tremolo-equipped guitar.

It can be used for subtle chord shimmer, vibrato and expressive lead effects, adding another layer of versatility to the SE Custom 24.


Black Gold Sunburst Finish

The Black Gold Sunburst finish combines darker outer shading with warm gold tones across the flame maple veneer.

It emphasises the figuring of the top while retaining the elegant carved-top appearance strongly associated with PRS guitars, making this one of the more traditional and visually striking finishes available on the 2026 SE Custom 24.


What’s Included?

  • 1 x PRS SE Custom 24 Electric Guitar in Black Gold Sunburst

  • 1 x PRS Gig Bag


Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the 2026 PRS SE Custom 24?

Yes. This listing is for the 2026 model PRS SE Custom 24 in Black Gold Sunburst.

What pickups are fitted to the SE Custom 24?

It features two PRS 85/15 “S” humbuckers, designed to provide clarity and extended high- and low-frequency response.

Does the PRS SE Custom 24 have a push/pull control?

Yes. The master tone control incorporates a push/pull function, expanding the tonal options available from the two 85/15 “S” pickups.

How many frets does the SE Custom 24 have?

It has 24 frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the scale length?

The guitar uses the familiar PRS 25-inch scale length, sitting between the commonly encountered 24.75-inch and 25.5-inch electric guitar scales.

What neck profile does it use?

The 2026 SE Custom 24 features PRS's Wide Thin neck profile, designed for comfortable chord and lead playing.

What is the body made from?

It has a mahogany back with a maple top and flame maple veneer.

Is the flame maple part of the structural top?

The guitar has a structural maple top, with a flame maple veneer added to create the figured appearance visible through the Black Gold Sunburst finish.

Does the SE Custom 24 have a tremolo?

Yes. It features a PRS Patented Tremolo, allowing expressive pitch effects.

What styles of music suit the SE Custom 24?

Its dual humbuckers, additional switching and 24-fret layout make it suitable for rock, blues, pop, alternative, fusion, progressive music and a wide variety of other styles.

Is it suitable for higher-gain playing?

Yes. The 85/15 “S” humbuckers provide strong clarity and definition under gain, making the guitar well suited to overdrive and distortion.

Is the PRS SE Custom 24 suitable for clean playing?

Yes. Its pickups provide plenty of clarity for clean sounds, with the push/pull electronics offering additional tonal flexibility.

Is the SE Custom 24 suitable for gigging?

Yes. Its broad tonal range, tremolo system, straightforward controls and included gig bag make it a strong option for regular rehearsals and live performance.

Does the PRS SE Custom 24 include a gig bag?

Yes. A PRS gig bag is included.

Does this model have PRS bird inlays?

Yes. The rosewood fingerboard features the distinctive PRS bird inlays.


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Good to Know

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