By offering a wide variety of guitars, basses and accessories for all kinds of music tastes and styles, prs continues to be a name that is trusted throughout the music world. There are certain guitar companies out there who have very little concerning a guitar id actually want to own, and prs is one of them. The set neck prs s are more les paul like, while the ce is more stratty. The rotary switch seems weird at first, but you get used to it pretty quick. Made in collaboration with creed guitarist mark tremonti, this signature model features prsdesigned treble and bass humbuckers to produce a very aggressive sound. Fender and gibson were exponentially larger and still are. A complete history of paul reed smith guitars, backbeat. Prs is proud to celebrate this historic model in honor of prs guitars 35th anniversary in 2020. Careful attention is paid to retain the beauty of each instruments carve. Both these guitars are beautiful and great options for players looking for a beefy guitar that retains the prs aesthetic, but gets you more into the gibson side of things. With handsome wood finishes and sturdy construction, paul reed smith acoustic guitars sweep the stage for a lifetime. Prs ltd 35th anniversary private stock dragon electric guitar with. Founded in 1985 in annapolis, maryland by paul reed smith, the brand has become renowned for their highly figured maple tops, high quality craftsmanship, and innovative guitar designs.
The prs guitar book details every facet of the wonderful electric guitars made by prs, the marylandbased company founded in 1985 by musician and guitar builder paul reed smith. Pauls guitar is the full prs experience, and is specifically designed by its namesake as a guitar that is the absolute best of what prs has to offer. Excerpt from the prs guitars book, written by dave burrluck. This spectacular volume showcases the stunning designs, technical innovations, and ingenious workmanship of paul reed smith guitars todays most important maker of electric guitars. Private stock employees sand the instruments with multiple passes of varying grits of sand paper.
Bringing the mccarty 594 instruments to the s2 lineup. Before leaving the woodshop, every instrument is meticulously checked and made sure it is ready for the finish hall. Paul reed smith prs guitars prs dragon guitars ed roman. Prs guitars releases private stock 35th anniversary dragon guitar. Prs guitars today appeal to a growing number of musicians, from carlos santana to al di meola, from zach myers to mark tremonti. Made at the prs guitars factory in maryland, the s2 series guitars are based on several flagship prs models but with streamlined features and laborsaving construction techniques. When i was a teenager, i had a dream about a guitar with a dragon inlaid down. The prs s2 series offers the feel, finish, and excellent attention to detail that prs is known for, in a nononsense design. Prs guitars est une entreprise americaine produisant des guitares et des basses en faible. Prs guitars were originally crafted for local musicians and have since become highly prized by musicians and collectors across the world. For more information about our paul reed smith acoustic guitars for sale online, contact willcutt guitars today. Jul 01, 2007 the prs guitar book details every facet of the wonderful electric guitars made by prs, the marylandbased company founded in 1985 by musician and guitar builder paul reed smith.
Prs guitars was founded by guitarist and luthier paul reed smith in 1985. Command the stage with the highest quality sound on the market with prs on willcutt guitars. Ordinary grace is the best book ive read in the past year. With the introduction of the new s2 series from prs guitars, i can safely say that the longawaited day when a guitar maker creates an. Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 next rugerpc a hoards guitars a soldier 25, dfz. Pictured above is one of the very few models prs offers id consider owning, the. Legendary fender usa and american vintage reissue series. Oct 17, 20 made at the prs guitars factory in maryland, the s2 series guitars are based on several flagship prs models but with streamlined features and laborsaving construction techniques. Jan 30, 2016 prs dragon 1 humbucker set old pickups that are no longer madethe prs dragon 1 are pretty much unobtainable at a reasonable used price. The prs electric guitar book a complete history of paul. Paul reed smith acoustic guitar models willcutt guitars. Pauls backstage salesmanship isnt just a fun origin story.
Oct 25, 20 with the introduction of the new s2 series from prs guitars, i can safely say that the longawaited day when a guitar maker creates an affordable americanmade instrument that even a. Mar 05, 2011 wild west guitars prs dragon santana limited edition. See more ideas about prs guitar, guitar and paul reed smith. The highlight of the book, for me, is the focus on the use of dragon imagery on the. The fact is the dragon series is the king of all the prs limited editions. View all results for prs dragon guitar at sweetwater the worlds leading music technology and instrument retailer. When i was a teenager, i had a dream about a guitar with a dragon inlaid down the neck, and in 1992, i was able to realize that dream for the first time. Meet our newest and ninth dragon guitar in the series the 35th. Pictured above is one of the very few models prs offers id consider owning, the s2 mira in tobacco sunburst with dot inlays on the neck. Paul reed smith guitars is a leading manufacturer of highend electricacoustic guitars.
The companys recently expanded product line is good news for guitarists who previously thought prs guitars were out of their price range. The prs guitar book details every facet of the wonderful electric guitars made. The dragon is the one that started the entire prs success story. As a teenager, paul reed smith dreamed of building guitars decorated with europeanstyle dragons. Even better news is that the higherend instruments are still available for those who want the extra details that established paul reed smith guitars as an upscale instrument manufacturer in the mid1980s. Paul reed smith guitars, also known as prs guitars, is an american guitar and amplifier manufacturer located in stevensville, maryland. I just finished crimson beach, by preston and childs. Paul reed smith set up his first prs factory in 1985 in maryland and has devised guitars from the regular custom and mccarty models through the outrageously decorated dragon specials and the controversial singlecut and on to recent achievements such as the mira dave grissom dgt ja15 and the s2 models. We currently provide the largest selection of prs guitars on the web and our experienced staff will help you select a model to fit your musical technique. Discussion in general discussion started by rugerpc, feb 16, 2016. The s2 custom 24 is a strippeddown version of the custom 24, featuring an asymmetrical, beveled, figured maple top, a mahogany body and streamlined controls. As a company, prs has always believed that everyone deserves to own musical equipment thats carefully crafted and plays beautifully. Remember, before 1995, prs was still quite a small company. Based on a dragon series, without the inlay, tremolo or stoptail options, wide thin or wide fat.
J mascis signiture series jazzmaster sparkling purple. As a 16 year old, paul smith had a dream about a guitar with a dragon inlaid down the neck. Read below to learn the story behind each of the prs dragon guitars. When you think of paul reed smith guitars, you probably think highend instruments for serious professionals, and that is still half true. Pauls dream became reality in 1992 when he unveiled his first limited edition dragon guitar. Just to clarify, everything posted on this board has already been sold. Paul reed smith set up his first prs factory in 1985 in maryland and has devised guitars from the regular custom and mccarty models, through the outrageously decorated dragon specials and the controversial singlecut, and on to recent achievements such as the mira, dave grissom dgt, ja15, and the s2 models. Wild west guitars prs dragon santana limited edition youtube. They employed only about 80 people and were making about 25 guitars a day. This was the first 22fret prs, featured new prs stoptail wrap over bridge, increased headstock angle, dragon pickups, widefat neck and gold hardware. Wild west guitars prs dragon santana limited edition. Prs guitars is an american guitar manufacturer, based in stevensville, maryland. Stevensville, md january 14, 2020 paul reed smith dragon.
I thought the book, the martian, was good, but not great. Find the guitar to amplify your acoustic spirit on the largest selection of prs guitars on the web. Made in collaboration with creed guitarist mark tremonti, this signature model features prs designed treble and bass humbuckers to produce a very aggressive sound. Custom 22 based on dragon series i, but wo the inlay, tremolo, or stoptail options, wide thin or wide fat neck profiles available, features a 22fret fingerboard and 2 covered prs dragon ii humbucker pickups, nonlocking tuners on stop tailpiece became standard from march 6, 2001 jan. Built in stevensville, maryland, prs s2 series guitars incorporate new design elements, cuttingedge manufacturing techniques, and strict quality control into highly playable, amazingsounding instruments. Prs guitars engaged aulson inlay to deconstruct easleys artwork and recreate it for the fretboard of the guitar. Why is it that i see almost no famous musicians using prs. All brand names and logos such a fender guitars, gibson guitars, prs, paul reed smith, music man, ernie ball, rickenbacker, martin guitars, taylor guitars, etc. A complete history of paul reed smith guitars burrluck, dave, wheeler, tom on. Paul reed smith dragon model guitars are among the most coveted prs models ever developed.
Gibson started making solidbody electrics in the early 1950s. Since that time, prs guitars has introduced only seven dragon editions, each in very limited numbers. This november, the musical instrument museum mim in phoenix arizona is celebrating the unparalleled combination of imagination and artistry in inlaid guitars. Chance had it, i had a set passed through my workbench, going into its original guitar, a 90s prs custom 22, replacing an aftermarket prs 5708 set. Yes, its different than a standard or mccarty, but not inferior. Hal leonard the prs guitar book a complete history of. Prs guitars also known as paul reed smith guitars is an american guitar manufacturer headquartered in stevensville, maryland, founded by guitarist and master luthier paul reed smith in 1985 prs has a reputation as a manufacturer of high end electric guitars made in the us, and known for their custom shop instruments. Unit d1, button end, cambridge, cambridgeshire, cb22 7gx, united kingdom. Our website and phones are open, but shipping may take a few extra days, for the safety of our team. Hal leonard the prs guitar book a complete history of paul. Prs has built many limited edition guitars, in fact they seem to have a new limited edition model every time i turn around. Detailed, helpful appendices in the back for serial numbersdating, model breakdownsproduction timelines. Powerhouse prs core usa, artist, wood library and collection series.
Prs still makes the upscale instruments musicians like carlos santana, dave navarro, ted nugent, mike oldfield and many more use on a regular basis in the studio and on the stage. Prs dragon 1 humbucker set old pickups that are no longer madethe prs dragon 1 are pretty much unobtainable at a reasonable used price. Prs guitars hand selected inventory of paul reed smith. This neverbeforeseen special exhibition showcases more than thirty exquisite instruments, including one of every prs dragon made including two dragon guitars from our own archives, paul reed smiths personal 1st dragon which he made in 1979 and six dragons from larry sifels private collection.
Nov 11, 2014 paul reed smith set up his first prs factory in 1985 in maryland and has devised guitars from the regular custom and mccarty models through the outrageously decorated dragon specials and the controversial singlecut and on to recent achievements such as the mira dave grissom dgt ja15 and the s2 models. Jun 11, 2015 garrett park guitars hall of fame of the various prs dragon guitars weve sold through our store throughout the years. The same tireless work ethic that compelled paul to stand out in the hot sun for six hours to give a rock star a thirtysecond sales pitch also drove him to refine the electric guitar time and time again as he strived to reach the ultimate zenith of six. The set neck prss are more les paul like, while the ce is more stratty. Dragon inlay on fretboard made from 201 pieces of abalone, turquoise, and mother of pearl, limited production run of 50. The ninth guitar in prs longrunning dragon series, its a truly ornate and slightly intimidating, to be honest celebration of the companys 35th anniversary. Thats about 40 years before prs started massproducing guitars.
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