The PRS SE Custom 24 carries the hallmarks that built the reputation of the Custom 24: elegant silhouette, carved flamed maple top with "Shallow Violin" contour, and "Birds" inlays. Within the SE line, it retains the PRS spirit-a guitar designed to be reliable in rehearsals, on stage, and in the studio-with a decidedly modern, performance-oriented approach.
This electric guitar is aimed at motivated beginners as well as intermediate and advanced guitarists seeking a unique instrument capable of covering multiple genres. It excels in pop, rock, funk, fusion, and melodic metal: coil splitting facilitates clearer, snappier tones, while the humbuckers in standard mode provide a solid foundation for heavy riffs and leads.
The 85/15 "S" humbuckers offer a wide and usable range: firm lows, present mids, and precise highs that maintain definition even with gain. In humbucking mode, the guitar delivers a dense and singing tone with generous sustain for solos. Split via the push/pull, it produces airier and brighter textures, perfect for funk chops, arpeggios, and articulate crunches. The mahogany body adds warmth, while the maple top contributes attack and clarity, and the 25" / 635 mm scale length ensures a balanced response across the neck.
To stay true to the original spirit, nickel-plated strings in 9-42 gauge (factory setup) are perfectly suited; a 10-46 gauge can also be considered if you want more resistance under the fingers. A strap, a 6.35 mm jack cable, a clip-on tuner, and a guitar stand are simple and useful daily additions, especially since the instrument already comes with a gig bag.