PRS Reveals Exclusive Black Satin Herman Li SE Chleo

PRS Guitars has teamed up with Sweetwater to launch a striking new Black Satin colorway for the SE Chleo, the celebrated signature model of DragonForce virtuoso Herman Li. Priced at $1,949, this Sweetwater-exclusive guitar retains all the high-performance specifications of the standard SE Chleo but wraps them in a dark, aggressive finish that pays homage to a major heavy metal milestone.

Celebrating 20 Years of Inhuman Rampage

The release of this exclusive Black Satin SE Chleo is perfectly timed to coincide with two major events. First, it serves as a flagship drop for Sweetwater’s “Guitar Month,” bringing players limited-time discounts, special financing, and custom instrument setups.

More importantly, it celebrates the 20th anniversary of DragonForce’s breakthrough album, Inhuman Rampage. The record spawned the platinum-selling anthem “Through the Fire and Flames,” which dominated the Billboard 200 for 23 consecutive weeks.

The new Black Satin finish directly references that iconic album artwork. To mark the anniversary, DragonForce is embarking on a 22-city North American tour this November and December alongside Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire.

Tour-Tested Performance and Tonal Versatility

Based on the elite 2025 Chleo Limited Edition, the SE Chleo was designed from the ground up for speed, precision, and durability. Li collaborated closely with PRS Guitars to engineer an approachable yet professional-quality instrument that can survive rigorous, intense live shows under any touring conditions.

Fishman Fluence

At the heart of the guitar’s tone is a highly versatile HSH pickup array. The Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li pickups deliver three distinct voices. Combined with a versatile switching system, players can access up to 13 unique tonal combinations, ranging from crystal-clear cleans to searing, high-gain saturation.

Key Features of the PRS SE Chleo

• Exclusive Finish: Sharp Black Satin colorway, available only at Sweetwater.
• Ergonomic Body: Thin, highly contoured mahogany body with a figured maple top for exceptional over-the-shoulder playing comfort.
• Shred-Ready Neck: Bolt-on maple neck with a thin Chleo profile and carbon fiber strength rods for speedy navigation and superior durability.
• Premium Fretboard: 24-fret ebony fingerboard with a 20-inch radius, featuring a large cutaway scoop for superb note accessibility and inspiring Eclipse Dragon inlays.
• Advanced Electronics: Multi-voice Herman Li Signature Fishman Fluence Omniforce HSH pickups paired with a 5-way selector and push-pull Volume/Tone knobs.
• Performance Hardware: Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo for high-performance expressiveness, paired with a PRS locking nut and 18:1 PRS-designed tuners for impeccable intonation.
• Sleek Aesthetics: Black Smoke-finished hardware to complete the aggressive signature visuals.

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