Introduced in 2018 through the John Mayer x PRS collaboration, the Silver Sky established itself as a benchmark for guitarists who love the "single-coil" character while seeking refined ergonomics. The PRS SE Silver Sky retains the essential codes of the model: precise playing feel, instantly recognizable aesthetics, and a tonal balance designed to cover a wide range of situations, in a more accessible version.
This PRS is particularly aimed at ambitious beginners and intermediate to advanced guitarists who want an expressive solidbody capable of following the nuances of right-hand playing. It excels in blues, pop, funk, soul, alternative rock, and indie: tight rhythms, defined arpeggios, singing leads, everything remains clear whether playing with a pick or fingers.
The three 635JM "S" pickups offer a precise and dynamic single-coil tone: bright but controlled highs, firm lows, and well-articulated mids that help the guitar "cut through" in a mix. The 5-position selector switch grants access to subtly scooped intermediate sounds, very effective for funk chops, pop parts, and more airy textures. The combination of a poplar body, maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard balances attack, clarity, and warmth, while the 2-point steel vibrato supports sustain and promotes good tuning stability for this type of setup.
To stay as close as possible to the original setup, choose electric strings with a 10-46 gauge, such as the PRS Classic strings installed at the factory. A standard strap will be perfect for rehearsals and stage, and a good quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable will preserve the pickups' dynamics. The Gig Bag is included.