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The 2024 PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut in Black Gold Burst brings vintage-inspired construction, classic single-cut styling and flexible modern electronics into the accessible SE range. Its mahogany back, maple top and flame maple veneer combine with a set mahogany Pattern Vintage neck and distinctive 24.594-inch scale to create a substantial, comfortable guitar with plenty of warmth and sustain.

A pair of PRS 58/15 LT “S” humbuckers provides clear, sweet and vintage-inspired tones, while independent push/pull tone controls allow each pickup to access a brighter single-coil voice. With dual volume controls, a three-way toggle, PRS two-piece bridge and vintage-style tuners, the SE McCarty 594 Singlecut delivers a familiar control layout with impressive tonal flexibility. A PRS gig bag is included.


At A Glance

Feature Details
Brand PRS
Model SE McCarty 594 Singlecut
Model Year 2024
Finish Black Gold Burst
Condition New
Type Solidbody Electric Guitar
Body Mahogany Back / Maple Top / Flame Maple Veneer
Pickups 2 x PRS 58/15 LT “S”
Scale Length 24.594"
Main Appeal Vintage-inspired single-cut feel with independently coil-tappable humbuckers
Best For Blues, rock, classic rock, pop, alternative and studio work
Included PRS Gig Bag

What Makes the PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Special?

The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut is designed around the feel and functionality of a traditional vintage-inspired electric. Its slightly thicker mahogany back, maple top and flame maple veneer provide a substantial foundation, while the set mahogany Pattern Vintage neck and 24.594-inch scale contribute to a comfortable feel with slightly reduced string tension compared with many longer-scale guitars. The rich Black Gold Burst finish highlights the figured flame maple veneer and gives the instrument a distinctly premium PRS appearance.

Its 58/15 LT “S” pickups are designed for vintage warmth, sweetness and clarity rather than excessive output. Each pickup has its own volume and push/pull tone control, allowing the bridge and neck pickups to be switched independently between full humbucker and brighter single-coil sounds. This creates a broad range of useful tones without sacrificing the intuitive control layout associated with classic two-humbucker guitars.


Who Is It For?

The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut is ideal for guitarists who enjoy the feel, response and control layout of a traditional single-cut electric but want the build quality, ergonomics and versatility associated with PRS.

It is particularly well suited to:

  • Blues and blues-rock guitarists

  • Classic and modern rock players

  • Pop and alternative musicians

  • Players who prefer lower-output vintage-style humbuckers

  • Guitarists who like a substantial Pattern Vintage neck

  • Players who prefer a shorter scale length

  • Musicians who want independent pickup volume and tone controls

  • Studio players requiring humbucker and single-coil sounds

  • Guitarists looking for a versatile fixed-bridge instrument


Why Choose a Vintage-Inspired Singlecut?

A traditional single-cut electric guitar offers a substantial playing feel, strong sustain and a familiar dual-humbucker control layout. The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut develops that formula with PRS ergonomics and independent coil-tapping.

The slightly shorter 24.594-inch scale gives the strings a comfortable response for bending and expressive lead work, while its fixed two-piece bridge provides a solid, straightforward platform for players who do not require a tremolo.


PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut vs SE McCarty 594

The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut and double-cut SE McCarty 594 share the same core scale length, Pattern Vintage neck, 58/15 LT “S” pickups and versatile control layout. The Singlecut uses the classic single-cut body shape and a slightly thicker back designed to support its substantial, sustaining character, making it particularly appealing to players who prefer the feel and appearance of a traditional single-cut guitar.


Technical Specifications

Body

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Top Wood: Maple

  • Top Veneer: Flame Maple

  • Back Wood: Mahogany

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

  • Finish / Colour: Black Gold Burst

Neck

  • Neck Wood: Bound Mahogany

  • Neck Construction: Multi-Ply

  • Neck / Body Joint: Set

  • Neck Shape: Pattern Vintage

  • Scale Length: 24.594"

  • Number of Frets: 22

  • Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

  • Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 7/8"

  • Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 63/64"

  • 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: McCarty 594

Electronics

  • Bridge / Treble Pickup: PRS 58/15 LT “S”

  • Neck / Bass Pickup: PRS 58/15 LT “S”

  • Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Push/Pull Tone

  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle on Upper Bout

  • Additional Switching: Independent Coil Tap for Each Pickup

Pickup Selector

  • Position 1: Bridge / Treble Pickup

  • Position 2: Bridge and Neck Pickups

  • Position 3: Neck / Bass Pickup

Push/Pull Tone Controls

  • Down: Full Humbucker

  • Up: Coil-Tapped Single-Coil Voice

Because each pickup has its own push/pull tone control, humbucker and coil-tapped sounds can be combined independently.

Hardware

  • Bridge: PRS Two-Piece

  • Bridge Materials: Zinc and Brass

  • Tuners: Vintage-Style

  • Hardware Finish: Nickel

  • Nut: PRS

Strings & Tuning

  • Factory Strings: PRS Classic 10–46

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


PRS 58/15 LT “S” Pickups

The 58/15 LT “S” pickups are designed around a warm, clear and vintage-inspired tonal character.

“LT” stands for Low Turn, reflecting the lower-wind approach used to create greater openness and definition rather than simply maximising output. This makes them particularly effective for expressive clean sounds, blues, classic rock and dynamic edge-of-breakup playing.

Turning up the gain still produces plenty of body and sustain, but individual notes and chord voicings remain well defined.


Independent Coil-Tap Switching

Each pickup has its own push/pull tone control, giving the SE McCarty 594 Singlecut considerably more flexibility than a conventional two-humbucker guitar.

You can run both pickups as full humbuckers, both in their coil-tapped modes or combine a humbucker with a tapped pickup. This makes it possible to move between thick rhythm tones, brighter clean sounds and mixed textures without changing guitars.


Pattern Vintage Neck

The Pattern Vintage neck profile is intentionally more substantial than PRS's Wide Thin and Pattern Thin designs.

Combined with the 24.594-inch scale and 10-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard, it provides a reassuring, vintage-inspired feel that works particularly well for chord playing, blues phrasing and expressive lead techniques.


PRS Two-Piece Bridge

The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut uses a PRS two-piece bridge constructed from zinc and brass.

Its increased mass and four contact points are designed to promote resonance and efficient energy transfer while providing the straightforward reliability of a fixed bridge.


Black Gold Burst Finish

The Black Gold Burst finish emphasises the flame maple veneer with warm golden tones across the centre and darker shading towards the edges.

It gives the SE McCarty 594 Singlecut a classic figured-top appearance that complements the model's vintage-inspired specification while retaining the unmistakable visual identity of PRS.


What’s Included?

  • 1 x PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Electric Guitar in Black Gold Burst

  • 1 x PRS Gig Bag


Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the 2024 PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut?

Yes. This listing is for the 2024 model-year SE McCarty 594 Singlecut in Black Gold Burst.

What pickups are fitted?

The guitar features two PRS 58/15 LT “S” humbuckers, designed for warm, clear and vintage-inspired tones.

What does LT mean?

LT stands for Low Turn, referring to the lower-wind pickup approach used to achieve an open, articulate response.

Can the pickups be coil tapped?

Yes. Both pickups have independent push/pull tone controls, allowing each to access a brighter single-coil voice.

Can one pickup be tapped while the other remains a humbucker?

Yes. Because the two push/pull controls operate independently, you can combine a full humbucker with a coil-tapped pickup.

What is the scale length?

The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut uses a distinctive 24.594-inch scale length, contributing to its comfortable string feel and vintage-inspired response.

What neck profile does it have?

It features PRS's substantial Pattern Vintage neck profile.

What is the body made from?

The guitar combines a mahogany back, maple top and flame maple veneer.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. It uses a fixed PRS two-piece bridge, making it ideal for players who value straightforward operation and tuning stability.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 frets on a rosewood fingerboard.

What styles of music suit the SE McCarty 594 Singlecut?

Its vintage-inspired humbuckers and coil-tapped sounds make it particularly suitable for blues, classic rock, modern rock, pop, indie, alternative and general studio work.

Is it suitable for high-gain playing?

Yes. Although the pickups have a vintage-inspired lower-output character, they respond well to overdrive and distortion while retaining excellent note definition.

Does the guitar have individual volume controls?

Yes. Each pickup has its own volume control, alongside its own push/pull tone control.

Does the PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut include a gig bag?

Yes. A PRS gig bag is included.


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