How does a PRS compare to a Les Paul?

The main difference between the bodies of both guitars, is due to the shape. The Les Paul has a single cutaway design, whilst the PRS Custom 24 has a double cutaway design which tends to increase the accessibility of the higher frets. The PRS has a thinner body compared to the Les Paul.

Are Paul Reed Smith Guitars good?

In fact, PRS Guitars is known for being one of the most high-quality and consistent brands out there. Every PRS Guitar, regardless of whether it’s an American made PRS Core or an import PRS SE, has stunning attention to detail, high-quality materials and construction, and clear sounding pickups.

Are PRS guitars worth it?

As for the PRS, if you can comfortably afford it, and it is what you really want, then yes the price is worth it. They hold their value really well, especially the higher end ones with the select wood choices.

Which is better PRS or Gibson?

Overall, you can’t really go wrong with either Gibson or PRS. While cheaper Gibson models are great, they do tend to be overpriced for the quality and the features that you get. A cheaper PRS might even be half the price of an entry-level Gibson, yet it will provide players with the same, if not better, quality.

Is PRS overpriced?

American-made PRS guitars are more expensive than many other brands because of several factors, including labor and materials cost, manufacturing method, and build quality. PRS also manufactures overseas-made models at lower price points to appeal to less-experienced or more cost-conscious players.

What is John Mayer’s favorite guitar?

During this same time, Mayer also started using a vintage early 1960 Stratocaster in sunburst, which eventually became his favorite guitar, and the one he still regularly uses nowadays. In 2015, John decided to switch camps, as he went from Fender to PRS.

What does PRS SE stand for?

Student Edition
If you’re looking for a PRS guitar for less than £1000, the SE range is where you’ll find it. Standing for ‘Student Edition’, early SE models were intended for beginners and intermediates.

Why is Paul Reed Smith so expensive?

Why are American made guitars so expensive?

American made guitars almost always use more expensive and higher quality components than their overseas counterparts and that’s another big part of justifying the additional cost. Some aspects of foreign guitars may be comprised of plastics and the pickups may be shoddily wound.