Sweetwater Black Friday Deal: $1,951 Off PRS McCarty SC56s!
Save $1,951 on PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 singlecuts at Sweetwater Black Friday. USA-made Core guitars from $2,999.
USA-built Core PRS singlecuts rarely see discounts like this—and right now, Sweetwater’s Black Friday sale has slashed nearly $2,000 off the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56.
If you have been holding out for a flagship Maryland-made PRS with genuine vintage soul, this is one of the standout Sweetwater Black Friday guitar deals of the year. Normally carrying a $4,950.00 street price, select models in the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 lineup have dropped as low as $2,999.00—a massive $1,951 savings (nearly 40% off) on a collector-grade instrument.
Grab the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Black Friday Deals
Stock on individual serialized tops at Sweetwater moves quickly once word gets out, especially with a four-figure price cut. Check live availability and individual Guitar Gallery weights across all four discounted finishes below:
- PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Singlecut – Translucent Black: Marked down by $1,951 from $4,950.00 to just $2,999.00, letting that figured maple grain shine under dark, moody gloss nitro.
- PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Singlecut – Black Gold Burst (Sweetwater Exclusive): You can only score this classic PRS burst finish at Sweetwater, combining bespoke visual flair with huge Black Friday savings.
- PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Singlecut – Faded Blue Jean: A worn-in, boutique aesthetic paired with full-fat singlecut sustain and vintage-voiced humbuckers.
- PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition – Translucent Black: Part of a strict 400-piece worldwide run complete with a 40th Anniversary certificate and Pre-Factory Eagle headstock inlay.
Why the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Is Worth Every Penny
Named in honor of 1956—both Paul Reed Smith’s birth year and the year Ted McCarty introduced the iconic PAF humbucker—the McCarty SC56 bridges golden-era singlecut warmth with modern PRS precision.
| Feature | Specification |
| Body & Top | Weight-relieved mahogany back with densely figured maple top |
| Finish | High-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer |
| Neck Profile | One-piece mahogany, Pattern Vintage carve (24.594" scale) |
| Fingerboard | Bound rosewood, 10" radius, 22 frets, "Old School" Birds inlays |
| Pickups | Dual PRS McCarty III humbuckers |
| Controls | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, upper-bout 3-way toggle switch |
| Hardware | PRS two-piece zinc/brass bridge & Phase III non-locking tuners |
| Included Extras | PRS hardshell/ATA molded case + Sweetwater 55-point inspection |
Key Highlights for Players & Collectors
- Vocal, PAF-Inspired McCarty III Pickups: PRS wound the McCarty III humbuckers to deliver clear, woody chime when rolled back and rich, articulate midrange growl when pushed into a cranked tube amp.
- Stage-Ready Weight Relief: Strategic internal weight relief trims roughly two-thirds of a pound off the solid mahogany body while keeping key top-to-back contact points intact for resonant sustain.
- True Nitro Lacquer & Vintage Feel: Unlike thick poly finishes, the thin gloss nitro coat breathes and wears in naturally over time, complementing the substantial yet ergonomic Pattern Vintage neck and 24.594-inch scale length.
Don't Miss Out Before Sweetwater Stock Sells Through
Scoring an American-made Core PRS with a figured maple top, nitro finish, and hardshell case for under $3,000 is practically unheard of outside the used market.
Because Sweetwater photographs and weighs each individual guitar, the lightest tops and best flame patterns always go first—head over to Sweetwater now and lock yours in while the Black Friday pricing is still live.
- +USA-made Core model with genuine vintage appeal
- +40% discount on collector-grade instrument (nearly $2K off)
- +McCarty III humbuckers deliver clear chime and rich midrange
- +Thin nitro lacquer breathes and ages naturally
- +Weight-relieved body reduces fatigue without sacrificing sustain
- +Pattern Vintage neck carve is comfortable for extended play
- +Four attractive finish options including Sweetwater exclusives
- −Stock moves quickly at this price point
- −Limited Edition run is capped at 400 pieces worldwide
What is the discount on the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 at Sweetwater?
The discount is $1,951, reducing the price from the regular $4,950.00 street price to $2,999.00—nearly 40% off. This applies to select finishes in the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 lineup.
Is the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 made in the USA?
Yes, it is a Core model built in Maryland by Paul Reed Smith. It features a weight-relieved mahogany back, figured maple top, one-piece mahogany neck, and is finished in high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer.
What pickups does the PRS McCarty SC56 have?
The guitar is equipped with dual PRS McCarty III humbuckers, which PRS wound to deliver clear, woody chime when rolled back and rich, articulate midrange when pushed through a cranked tube amp.
What finishes are available in this Black Friday deal?
Four finishes are discounted: Translucent Black, Black Gold Burst (Sweetwater Exclusive), Faded Blue Jean, and Limited Edition Translucent Black (part of a 400-piece worldwide run with a certificate).
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