Paul Reed Smith has unveiled the revamped Swamp Ash Special, a guitar built for players who demand a stage-ready workhorse with incredible versatility. They follow the PRS Standard 24 Satin models announced today.
Swamp Ash Special Tone
Crafted with lightweight and resonant swamp ash bodies, this guitar delivers a balanced tone with articulate highs and rich, resonant lows and mids. The 22-fret neck with a 25″ scale length offers comfortable playability across the entire fingerboard, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles.
Finish Options
Available in Black Doghair Smokeburst, Jasper Smokeburst, McCarty Tobacco Sunburst, Scarlet Smokeburst, Vintage Natural, and White Doghair Smokeburst – All High-Gloss Nitro finishes.
Two Models to Choose From
The Swamp Ash Special is available in two distinct versions:
- Swamp Ash Special: Features a classic mahogany neck and a rosewood fretboard with the iconic PRS bird inlays.
- Swamp Ash Special Maple: Offers a brighter tonal character with a maple neck and fretboard.
Swamp Ash Special: A 12-Tone Beast
The new Swamp Ash Special takes center stage with its versatile HSH pickup configuration. Two 58/15 LT humbuckers flank a powerful PRS Narrowfield single-coil in the middle position. This unique single-coil design minimizes hum while retaining that classic single-coil chime.
Versatility is key. Alongside master volume and tone controls, two mini-switches allow for independent coil-splitting of each humbucker. Combined with the 5-way toggle switch, players can access a staggering twelve different sonic combinations, making this guitar incredibly adaptable to various genres, from blues and jazz to country and rock.
PRS emphasizes that these new pickups make dialing in those twangy tones easier than ever.
Key Features
- PRS Patented Tremolo: Provides exceptional tuning stability and smooth performance.
- Phase III Tuners: Offer a blend of vintage aesthetics and modern precision.
- 58/15 LT Pickups: Deliver vintage-inspired tone with enhanced mids and focused articulation.
- Narrowfield Middle Pickup: Expands tonal versatility with a unique voice.
- 12 Pickup Combinations: Thanks to the 5-way selector and coil-tap switches, players can access a wide range of sounds, from warm cleans to searing leads.
Unrivaled PRS Quality
The Swamp Ash Special embodies the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail that define PRS guitars. With its bolt-on construction, this guitar delivers a snappy and articulate response, making it an exceptional instrument for players seeking a blend of performance and versatility.
MSRP – £3149
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- Scarlet Smokeburst
- Scarlet Smokeburst Maple
- Black Doghair Smokeburst Maple
- Black Doghair Smokeburst
- White Doghair Smokeburst Maple
- White Doghair Smokeburst
- McCarty Tobacco Sunburst Maple
- McCarty Tobacco Sunburst
- Jasper Smokeburst Maple
- Jasper Smokeburst
- Vintage Natural Maple
- Vintage Natural
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