The PRS SE Hollowbody Standard in McCarty Sunburst combines the warmth and resonance of a fully hollow electric guitar with the comfortable playability, precise construction and versatile electronics associated with PRS.

Its all-mahogany hollowbody construction gives the guitar a naturally open and resonant character, while twin PRS 58/15 “S” humbuckers provide the clarity and balance needed for clean jazz tones, blues, classic rock, indie and expressive lead playing.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful ownership while remaining fully functional. A hardcase is included.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	PRS
Model	SE Hollowbody Standard
Finish	McCarty Sunburst
Type	Hollowbody Electric Guitar
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition
Included	Hardcase
Main Appeal	Warm hollowbody resonance with versatile PRS humbuckers
Best For	Jazz, blues, rock, indie, studio and live performance

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This PRS SE Hollowbody Standard is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and well suited to regular playing, recording and performance.

What’s Included?

✔ PRS SE Hollowbody Standard McCarty Sunburst
✔ Hardcase

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

The guitar displays some cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with its Very Good condition grading.

No specific faults, repairs or modifications are recorded.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned PRS SE Hollowbody Standard has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Both humbuckers tested
• Three-way pickup selector checked
• Volume control checked
• Tone control checked
• Output jack tested
• Neck condition assessed
• Ebony fingerboard inspected
• Frets checked
• PRS tuners assessed
• Adjustable stoptail bridge checked
• Hardware inspected
• Hollowbody structure assessed
• General playability checked
• Hardcase checked for basic usability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Bridge setup
• Hardware
• General playability

Hollowbody instruments can respond to changes in temperature and humidity, so minor setup movement during transportation is possible.

What Makes The PRS SE Hollowbody Standard Special?

The SE Hollowbody Standard offers a different experience from a conventional solidbody PRS. Its fully hollow all-mahogany construction adds natural resonance, warmth and acoustic response, giving notes and chords a more open character while retaining the control and practicality of a twin-humbucker electric guitar.

It is also remarkably versatile. The 58/15 “S” pickups provide enough clarity for clean jazz and blues while remaining full and powerful when pushed into overdrive, making this a hollowbody that can comfortably move beyond traditional jazz applications into rock, indie and contemporary styles.

Key Features & Benefits

All-Mahogany Hollowbody Construction

Mahogany is used across the top, middle and back of the body, creating a warm and resonant foundation with plenty of midrange character. The hollow construction adds an airy response and natural sustain that distinguishes the guitar from a solidbody PRS.

PRS 58/15 “S” Humbuckers

The twin 58/15 “S” pickups are designed around a vintage-inspired humbucker voice with strong clarity and balance. The neck pickup works particularly well for warm clean tones, while the bridge provides enough definition and bite for blues, rock and lead playing.

Wide Fat Neck Profile

The PRS Wide Fat neck has a substantial, comfortable feel that suits players who prefer a traditional neck profile without it becoming excessively bulky. It works particularly well for chord playing, blues phrasing and expressive lead work.

Ebony Fingerboard

The ebony fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface with a clear, immediate response, while PRS bird inlays give the guitar the unmistakable visual identity associated with the brand.

PRS Adjustable Stoptail

The adjustable stoptail bridge combines a clean, simple design with individual saddle adjustment, making accurate intonation straightforward while maintaining a solid connection between the strings and guitar.

Simple, Practical Electronics

A master volume, master tone and three-way pickup selector keep the control layout intuitive. The simplicity makes it easy to move quickly between warm neck sounds, balanced mixed tones and brighter bridge-pickup voices.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

PRS SE Hollowbody Standard vs PRS SE Hollowbody II

The Hollowbody II uses a different body construction and places greater emphasis on maple within its design, giving it a somewhat different tonal and visual character. The Hollowbody Standard's all-mahogany construction is particularly appealing to players looking for warmth, simplicity and a more understated aesthetic.

PRS SE Hollowbody Standard vs PRS SE Hollowbody II Piezo

The Hollowbody II Piezo adds a dedicated piezo system for acoustic-style sounds alongside its magnetic pickups, making it more versatile for players who need electric and acoustic tones from one instrument. The Standard is the more straightforward choice for players focused primarily on traditional electric hollowbody sounds.

PRS SE Hollowbody Standard vs Epiphone ES-335

An ES-335-style guitar uses semi-hollow construction with a solid centre block, resulting in a tighter and more solidbody-like response with greater resistance to feedback at higher gain levels. The PRS Hollowbody Standard feels more open and resonant, making it particularly attractive for players who want a genuinely hollow electric guitar.

Who Is It For?

Jazz players – The warm neck pickup and hollow construction provide the smooth, rounded sounds traditionally associated with hollowbody guitars.

Blues guitarists – Its responsive humbuckers and resonant body make it excellent for dynamic clean and overdriven playing.

Rock and indie players – The bridge pickup has enough clarity and strength to move well beyond traditional hollowbody applications.

Studio musicians – Its tonal character offers something noticeably different from common solidbody guitars, making it useful for adding contrast to layered recordings.

Players wanting a versatile hollowbody – An excellent choice for musicians who want hollowbody warmth without being limited to one particular genre.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Jazz
• Blues
• Blues rock
• Classic rock
• Indie
• Alternative
• Soul
• Pop
• Country
• Worship
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Clean rhythm playing
• Lead guitar
• Low-to-medium gain rigs

Why Choose A Hollowbody Electric Guitar?

A hollowbody electric guitar combines magnetic pickups with a resonant body that behaves more like an acoustic instrument than a conventional solidbody.

The result is often a more open, three-dimensional response, particularly when playing clean or at lower gain levels. Chords can feel broader, individual notes have an airy quality, and the guitar responds strongly to changes in picking dynamics.

Compared with a semi-hollow guitar, a fully hollow instrument generally has even more acoustic resonance. This makes it especially rewarding for jazz, blues and expressive playing, although players using very high stage volumes need to manage feedback more carefully than they would with a solidbody guitar.

Story & Context

PRS has traditionally been associated with precisely built solidbody electric guitars, but its Hollowbody designs demonstrate how the company's approach translates to more resonant construction.

The SE Hollowbody Standard brought that concept into the more accessible SE range while retaining many of the details players associate with PRS, including the 25" scale length, bird inlays, Wide Fat neck profile and versatile humbuckers.

Its all-mahogany construction gives the model its own identity within the wider PRS Hollowbody family, making it particularly appealing to players who value warmth and natural resonance over decorative figured-maple appointments.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Hollowbody Electric Guitar
Brand	PRS
Series	SE
Model	Hollowbody Standard
Finish	McCarty Sunburst
Body Construction	Hollowbody
Top Wood	Mahogany
Middle Wood	Mahogany
Back Wood	Mahogany
Body Binding	Cream
Neck Wood	Mahogany
Neck Construction	Set Neck
Neck Profile	Wide Fat
Fingerboard Material	Ebony
Fingerboard Radius	10"
Fingerboard Inlays	PRS Birds
Scale Length	25"
Number of Frets	22
Pickup Configuration	HH
Neck Pickup	PRS 58/15 “S” Humbucker
Bridge Pickup	PRS 58/15 “S” Humbucker
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching	3-Way Toggle
Bridge	PRS Adjustable Stoptail
Tuners	PRS Designed Tuners
Hardware Finish	Nickel
String Configuration	6-String
Included	Hardcase
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The PRS humbuckers and control circuit are passive and connect to an amplifier, modeller, pedalboard or audio interface using a standard 1/4" instrument cable.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The PRS SE Hollowbody Standard in McCarty Sunburst is an excellent option for players who want genuine hollowbody resonance without moving to a traditional large-bodied jazz guitar.

Its all-mahogany construction gives it warmth and openness, while the PRS humbuckers and familiar 25" scale make it versatile enough for blues, rock, indie and studio work as well as cleaner jazz tones.

Presented in Very Good Condition and supplied with a hardcase, this is a strong pre-owned choice for anyone looking for a versatile and beautifully constructed PRS hollowbody.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying pre-owned can give you access to quality instruments at attractive prices while retaining the confidence of purchasing from an established specialist retailer.

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed before sale so that its condition and included items are clearly represented.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major city-centre showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience selling new, used and pre-owned musical equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PRS SE Hollowbody Standard fully hollow?

Yes. Unlike a semi-hollow guitar with a substantial centre block, the SE Hollowbody Standard uses genuine hollowbody construction for increased resonance and acoustic response.

How does the Hollowbody Standard sound compared with a solidbody PRS?

The hollow construction gives it a warmer, more open and resonant character, particularly noticeable on clean and lower-gain settings.

What neck profile does it have?

The guitar uses PRS's Wide Fat neck profile, giving it a substantial but comfortable feel.

Is it suitable for jazz?

Yes. The hollow construction and warm neck humbucker make it particularly effective for traditional clean jazz tones.

Can it handle rock and overdrive?

Yes. The 58/15 “S” humbuckers provide enough output and definition for blues rock, classic rock and indie. As with most fully hollow guitars, very high gain and extreme stage volume can increase the possibility of feedback.

What is the scale length?

The SE Hollowbody Standard uses PRS's familiar 25" scale length, sitting between the traditional Gibson 24.75" and Fender 25.5" formats.

Does it have coil splitting?

This version uses a straightforward master volume, master tone and three-way selector arrangement without coil-split switching.

Does the guitar require a battery?

No. The standard SE Hollowbody Standard uses passive magnetic pickups and requires no battery.

Does it come with a hardcase?

Yes. A hardcase is included with this pre-owned guitar.

How does it compare with the SE Hollowbody II Piezo?

The Hollowbody II Piezo adds a piezo system for acoustic-style sounds. The Hollowbody Standard is a simpler option for players who primarily want traditional magnetic-pickup hollowbody tones.

Is this a good studio guitar?

Yes. Its open hollowbody character can provide a useful contrast to solidbody guitars, particularly for clean rhythm parts, blues, jazz and layered arrangements.

Can I try it before purchasing?

Yes. This individual pre-owned PRS can be viewed at the Fair Deal Music Birmingham showroom, subject to availability.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like a closer look at the condition and individual character of the guitar before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers part exchanges and trade-ins across a wide range of musical equipment. Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.