PRS Modern Eagle V McCarty Sunburst, (Used, Comm)

The PRS Modern Eagle V in McCarty Sunburst is a premium Core Series electric guitar designed for players who want the elegance of a high-end PRS with one of the most flexible pickup systems in the range. Built around a maple top, mahogany back, Pattern mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, 25" scale length, 22 frets, PRS Gen III tremolo and H/S/H five-coil pickup layout, the Modern Eagle V delivers an exceptional range of tones from one beautifully built instrument.

This pre-owned example is listed in Excellent condition, meaning it shows only very light signs of previous use and remains fully functional, well presented and ready to play.

Supplied with a hardcase and carrying the serial number 23 0365991, this PRS Modern Eagle V is a superb choice for players who need one high-end guitar capable of covering humbucker power, single-coil clarity, modern switching flexibility, expressive tremolo work, studio recording and serious live performance.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	PRS
Model	Modern Eagle V
Finish	McCarty Sunburst
Serial Number	23 0365991
Production Year	2023
Series	Core
Country of Manufacture	USA
Body Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Body Construction	Solidbody
Top Wood	Maple
Back Wood	Mahogany
Neck Wood	Mahogany
Neck Shape	Pattern
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Scale Length	25"
Frets	22
Pickup Layout	H/S/H Five-Coil Layout
Pickups	PRS TCI Treble, NS-01 Middle, TCI Bass
Bridge	PRS Patented Gen III Tremolo
Tuners	PRS Phase III Locking Tuners
Condition	Pre-Owned, Excellent Condition
Included	Hardcase
Main Appeal	Premium Core PRS with highly versatile Modern Eagle V switching
Best For	Studio work, live performance, blues, rock, fusion, pop, worship, session playing and players needing maximum tonal flexibility

Condition Overview

Excellent Condition

This PRS Modern Eagle V is in Excellent condition. This means it shows very light signs of previous use while remaining fully functional and well presented.

Excellent condition is ideal for players who want a clean pre-owned premium PRS with only minor evidence of careful previous ownership.

What’s Included?

✔ PRS Modern Eagle V McCarty Sunburst
✔ Hardcase

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This guitar shows very light signs of previous use such as minor surface marks, faint handling wear or small signs of careful previous ownership.

No faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing. The guitar has been checked for playability and functionality before sale.

The supplied serial number is 23 0365991.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned PRS Modern Eagle V has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Electronics tested
• PRS TCI treble pickup checked
• NS-01 middle pickup checked
• PRS TCI bass pickup checked
• 5-way blade switch tested
• Push/pull tone control tested
• Mini-toggle coil-tap switches tested
• Volume control checked
• Output jack tested
• Frets inspected
• Rosewood fingerboard checked
• Neck condition assessed
• PRS Phase III locking tuners checked
• PRS Gen III tremolo checked
• Hardware inspected
• General playability assessed
• Hardcase checked for basic usability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are set up and checked before leaving the shop.

This PRS Modern Eagle V has been assessed for playability, with the following checked:

• Action checked
• Neck relief checked
• Frets inspected
• Tuning stability checked
• Electronics tested
• Pickup output checked
• Switching options checked
• Tremolo function checked
• Hardware checked
• Bridge setup checked
• Intonation checked

Please note that guitar setup can sometimes shift slightly during delivery due to changes in temperature and humidity. We take this into account during our checks, but wood can naturally move in transit.

Why Choose The PRS Modern Eagle V McCarty Sunburst?

Premium PRS Core Build Quality

The Modern Eagle V sits in PRS’s Core range and is built for players who want high-end materials, precision craftsmanship, professional reliability and exceptional versatility. It has the feel of a luxury instrument but is designed to be used seriously on stage and in the studio.

Incredibly Versatile H/S/H Pickup System

The Modern Eagle V uses a five-coil pickup layout with TCI humbuckers in the treble and bass positions and an NS-01 middle pickup. This gives the guitar a broad tonal range, from full humbucker sounds to clear single-coil textures and layered pickup combinations.

Advanced Switching Layout

The 5-way blade switch selects intuitive pickup groupings, while the push/pull tone control allows both humbuckers to be activated together. Two mini-toggle coil-tap switches allow the humbuckers to be individually tapped for extra single-coil-style sounds.

PRS Gen III Tremolo

The PRS Patented Gen III Tremolo is designed for tuning stability, smooth response and expressive control. It is ideal for subtle vibrato, melodic phrasing, chord shimmer and more dynamic performance techniques.

Pattern Mahogany Neck

The Pattern neck shape gives the Modern Eagle V a comfortable, familiar PRS feel. It is substantial without feeling oversized, making it suitable for rhythm work, lead playing and long sessions.

McCarty Sunburst Finish

McCarty Sunburst is one of PRS’s most tasteful finishes, giving the guitar a vintage-inspired look that suits the figured maple top beautifully. It has a classy, understated stage presence while still feeling unmistakably premium.

Hardcase Included

The included hardcase provides proper protection for storage, transport, rehearsals and gigs.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

PRS Modern Eagle V vs PRS Custom 24

The Custom 24 is a classic PRS choice with 24 frets and a more familiar dual-humbucker switching layout. The Modern Eagle V is better suited to players who want 22 frets, a Pattern neck and a wider range of H/S/H pickup combinations.

PRS Modern Eagle V vs PRS Studio

The PRS Studio is also highly versatile and includes a humbucker with narrowfield-style pickups depending on year. The Modern Eagle V offers its own more complex H/S/H five-coil system, dual mini-toggle coil taps and Core Modern Eagle identity.

PRS Modern Eagle V vs PRS McCarty

A PRS McCarty leans towards vintage-inspired simplicity with a more traditional dual-humbucker feel. The Modern Eagle V is more modern and expansive, offering a much wider range of pickup combinations while still retaining PRS warmth and sustain.

PRS Modern Eagle V vs Fender Stratocaster

A Stratocaster is lighter, bolt-on, single-coil-focused and more traditional in its feel. The Modern Eagle V can access glassy single-coil-style textures, but also adds full humbucker power, set-neck sustain and PRS switching depth.

PRS Modern Eagle V vs Gibson Les Paul

A Les Paul delivers classic dual-humbucker authority and focused sustain. The Modern Eagle V is more versatile, with broader pickup options, a tremolo bridge, 25" scale length and a more modern control system.

Who Is It For?

Session Players

The Modern Eagle V is ideal for players who need to cover multiple tones from one guitar without changing instruments.

Studio Musicians

Its switching system makes it incredibly useful for recording, where humbucker, single-coil-style and blended tones can all be useful across different tracks.

Live Guitarists

This is a strong live instrument for players who need one guitar to cover clean, crunch, lead, ambient and driven sounds in a set.

PRS Collectors And Enthusiasts

The Modern Eagle family has a strong place in PRS history, and the Modern Eagle V adds modern switching sophistication to that lineage.

Worship And Function Players

Players covering varied setlists will appreciate the range of clean, edge-of-breakup, driven, ambient and full humbucker tones available from one guitar.

Suitable Genres And Uses

This PRS Modern Eagle V is well suited to:

• Rock
• Blues
• Fusion
• Pop
• Worship music
• Session work
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Ambient guitar
• Funk
• Soul
• Indie
• Alternative
• Classic rock
• Modern lead playing
• Pedalboard-based rigs
• Players wanting one extremely versatile premium guitar

Why Choose A PRS Modern Eagle V?

A PRS Modern Eagle V is built for players who want more than a standard two-humbucker guitar. Its H/S/H five-coil layout gives access to a wide range of tones, while the switching system keeps those sounds practical and musical rather than overcomplicated.

You can move from full bridge humbucker bite to middle pickup clarity, neck humbucker warmth, coil-tapped textures and combined pickup sounds. The push/pull tone control expands the palette even further by allowing both humbuckers to be engaged together.

This makes the Modern Eagle V one of the strongest choices in the PRS Core range for players who want premium feel and maximum real-world versatility.

Looking for advice on choosing the right PRS Core model, versatile stage guitar or pre-owned premium electric? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context: PRS Modern Eagle V

The PRS Modern Eagle line has always represented a blend of premium tonewoods, refined craftsmanship and forward-thinking design. The Modern Eagle V continues that tradition by combining elegant PRS construction with one of the company’s most flexible electronic layouts.

PRS officially brought the Modern Eagle V into the Core lineup for 2023, giving more players access to its sophisticated H/S/H pickup system, Gen III tremolo, Pattern neck and advanced switching configuration.

This McCarty Sunburst example, serial 23 0365991, is a strong pre-owned Core PRS for players who want high-end build quality, modern switching and serious stage or studio versatility.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	PRS
Model	Modern Eagle V
Finish	McCarty Sunburst
Serial Number	23 0365991
Production Year	2023
Series	Core
Country of Manufacture	USA
Body Construction	Solidbody
Top Wood	Maple
Back Wood	Mahogany
Top Carve	Violin
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Construction	One-Piece
Neck Shape	Pattern
Neck Joint	Set Neck
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	10"
Fingerboard Inlays	PRS Birds
Scale Length	25"
Number of Frets	22
Nut	Bone
Nut Width	1 11/16"
Pickup Configuration	H/S/H
Treble Pickup	PRS TCI
Middle Pickup	PRS NS-01
Bass Pickup	PRS TCI
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Volume, Push/Pull Tone
Switching	5-Way Blade, Two Mini-Toggle Coil-Tap Switches
Bridge	PRS Patented Gen III Tremolo
Tuners	PRS Phase III Locking Tuners
Hardware Finish	Nickel
Strings	PRS Signature 10-46
Tuning	Standard EADGBE
Included	Hardcase
Condition	Pre-Owned, Excellent Condition

Specification Note

The supplied serial number is 23 0365991. PRS year-identification guidance lists 23 as the year-code prefix for 2023 instruments.

This listing is based on the supplied product details and PRS’s published 2023 Modern Eagle V specification. PRS’s 2023 information lists the Modern Eagle V with maple top, mahogany back, 22 frets, 25" scale length, Pattern mahogany neck, rosewood fretboard, bone nut, PRS Gen III tremolo, TCI treble and bass pickups, NS-01 middle pickup, 5-way blade switch, push/pull tone control and two mini-toggle coil-tap switches.

Exact weight, top grade, pickup readings, case candy, hang tag details, MODCAT code and detailed cosmetic marks have not been supplied for this individual guitar, so those details should be confirmed directly from the instrument before making collector-level claims.

Power Requirements

No power supply or battery is required. This is a passive electric guitar and only needs a standard 1/4" instrument cable and a suitable guitar amplifier, pedalboard or audio interface.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The PRS Modern Eagle V McCarty Sunburst is an exceptional choice for players who want a premium Core PRS with serious tonal range. Its H/S/H five-coil pickup system, push/pull and mini-toggle switching, Pattern neck, Gen III tremolo and beautifully balanced PRS construction make it ideal for studio work, live performance and players who need one guitar to cover a wide musical range.

This Excellent condition example, serial 23 0365991, is perfect for session players, PRS enthusiasts, modern gigging guitarists and anyone who wants a high-end electric guitar with both elegance and serious practical flexibility.

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FAQ

What condition is this PRS Modern Eagle V in?

This guitar is listed in Excellent condition, meaning it shows very light signs of previous use while remaining fully functional.

Does this guitar come with a case?

Yes. This PRS Modern Eagle V comes with a hardcase.

What is the serial number?

The supplied serial number is 23 0365991.

What year is this PRS?

The 23 serial-number prefix is consistent with a 2023 PRS instrument.

What finish is this guitar?

This guitar is finished in McCarty Sunburst.

What pickups does the Modern Eagle V use?

PRS’s 2023 specification lists TCI treble and bass pickups with an NS-01 middle pickup.

What does the push/pull tone control do?

The push/pull tone control activates both humbuckers together, adding extra pickup combinations beyond the standard 5-way blade positions.

What do the mini-toggle switches do?

The mini-toggle switches allow the humbuckers to be individually coil-tapped for additional single-coil-style tones.

Does this guitar require a battery?

No. This is a passive electric guitar and does not require a battery.

What styles does this PRS suit?

It suits blues, rock, fusion, pop, worship, studio recording, session work, live performance, ambient guitar and players who need a wide range of tones from one instrument.