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The Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 electric guitar is a special instrument perfect for professional guitar players as well as dedicated music novices. This beautifully crafted electric guitar is considered to be the quintessential model in its brand and has certainly become an iconic instrument to PRS fans and enthusiasts everywhere. The Custom 24 is said to be the first model that Paul Reed Smith brought to the public in 1985 at PRS Guitars’ first Winter NAMM show. Since then, it has consistently been a best seller. It is no wonder that this guitar has remained so unceasingly popular. It features Paul Reed Smith’s patented tremolo system and 85/15 treble and bass pickups with volume and tone controls. Personally designed by Paul Reed Smith specifically for the 30th anniversary, the 85/15 pickups are definitely a big part of the guitar’s appeal. A five-way blade switch only adds to the package. These features afford beautiful clarity as well as extended high and low end, setting the sound of the guitar apart from others. This instrument is the original PRS guitar, and for those who play it, it’s simple to see why it is held in such high regard. The PRS Phase III Locking Tuners and Tremolo Bridge are certainly defining features. This finely designed six-string meshes beautiful craftsmanship with superior clarity and sound. The neck and body are crafted from mahogany, while the top is constructed of carved figures maple. The wood used to make these guitars is specially selected to ensure that only the most beautiful pieces are used. This outstanding instrument leaves no detail out. For instance, the fretboard inlays feature birds, which can be easily glimpsed by those closest members of your audience. The fretboard itself is crafted of rosewood. Nickel hardware and an array of color choices make the PRS Custom 24 a true work of art. From Frost Metallic Green to Faded Whale Blue to Blood Orange and beyond, all the eye-catching color options allow each musician to reflect their personal style. PRS instruments are well known and loved for their high quality and superior playability. Many famous guitar players rely on PRS electric and acoustic guitars at each and every gig. The Custom 24, in particular, is a favorite. One hallmark of PRS guitars is their neck shape. This electric guitar features several pickup switching positions, including bridge humbucker and neck humbucker. Its solid body type and double cutaway body shape are important characteristics of PRS guitars. A smooth gloss finish gives the guitar a luxurious and polished appearance. Paul Reed Smith is considered to be a preeminent master guitar maker. He made his first guitar while still in college but soon got in contact with Ted McCarty, the former president of Gibson. McCarty became his mentor, and the end result is the beautiful line of finely made instruments that have come to be preferred by many professionals, including Jimmy Buffett. Interestingly, Paul Reed Smith is in a band himself and uses one of the guitars from his line to make his own music. Ideal for any musician or guitar collector, the PRS Custom 24 electric guitar is loaded with unique features for the best sound quality possible.Product Identifiers
BrandPRS
UPC0825362600800, 0825362600787, 0825362603689, 0825362603597
Model24
eBay Product ID (ePID)70306863
Product Key Features
Body TypeSolid
SeriesCustom
TypeElectric Guitar
Body MaterialMahogany
String Configuration6 String
Additional Product Features
DexterityRight-Handed
Acoustic Guitar Type6-String
Guitar SeriesCustom
Number of Strings6 String
Guitar TypeElectric
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- 30 May, 2018
The original PRS
This model is the original PRS guitar offered in 85. While it's an SE, the fit and finish are excellent, and I particularly love the quilted maple cap on the body. The neck is wide thin which fits my hand better than the fatter neck profiles of some other brands and other PRS models. I enjoy the coil tapping feature. I've owned 3 PRS SE guitars, and by far this is my favorite. If you desire owning a PRS and can't afford a core model, don't hesitate to buy and SE. They are well made and a nice value for the money you have to pay for them.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Mar, 2016
Paul Reed Smith PRS SE Custom 24 Floyd Rose 30th Anniversary Guitar Black Cherry
Amazing guitar at any price. I've been playing guitar in bands for over 30 years and have owned probably 75 guitars from Gibson, Fender, Ovation, PRS, G&L, Hamer etc, etc. The PRS SE Custom 24 Floyd is now my main gigging guitar. All I had to do was put on my preferred gauge of strings, set the action and do a minor truss rod tweak and it was ready to go. The PUs sound great, plays amazingly easy and the Floyd will not go out of tune. GREAT GUITAR!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 30 Mar, 2016
Just as good.
This is my first PRS and considering the fact it was assembled in Korea it is up to USA standards. I found out that they are sent back to the Maryland plant and going over top to bottom by PRS techs. They are also set up just like the ones with Paul Reed Smith on the headstock. The SE Custom series, l feel plays and sounds like it's Maryland counterpart but for less money. The only thing l changed was the Truss rod cover. I replaced it with one that has PRS engraved on it. These guitars are great. A lot of bang for the buck. You can't go wrong buying one. F. Leif Hoffman (From Maryland)Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 Jul, 2016
My Dream Guitar
After 50 years of playing, I stumbled onto Paul Reed Smith guitars. This is the workhorse of the line. Keep in mind, PRS guitars will never sound like an F or G brand guitar. They sound like PRS. The neck is fantastic. I find that PRS necks are consistently better than any other brand I`ve played. The intonation is spot on and it just feels right in the hand. With the rotary switch, the range of sounds goes from spanky single coil to full on roaring humbucker. The tremolo (when set up right) stays in tune and gibes /2 step up in addition to all the way down. It`s a very lightweight guitar, just as comfortable on the last set as the first. You can`t touch PRS for beauty. The tops are legendary. THis one looks even better in person than in pictures.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Mar, 2018
PRS one piece body Custom 24.
Awesome guitar, in excellent condition. Very pleased with this purchase. The Custom 24 line is unbelievably well priced and varied. There’s a finish for everyone.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 14 Jan, 2020
Supreme Quality
From the moment I unboxed my PRS Custom 24, I could tell this was a quality instrument. Played great, Trem was the smoothest I've felt ever and when I found the correct nut lube, any minor tuning issues cleared right up. I did change out the pickups to the 85/15s just to update it. I've played a lot of guitars and this one is definitely the best quality instrument by far... I just love it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Nov, 2020
PRS Custom 24 10 Top Copperhead
It’s an awesome guitar. It’s got a slim, fast neck that just feels good in your hands. It’s well balanced, weighs in at 7.4 lbs. and sounds incredible. It’s got PRS’s locking tuners and whammy bar that always stays in tune no matter where you dive bomb. To top it off the finish is amazing. The best I’ve ever seen.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Apr, 2017
PRS SPLIT COIL CUSTOM 24 guitar
This is an excellent playing, beautiful looking, and sounding guitar. I play funk rock, contemporary gospel, and fusion jazz. I love the thin flat wide neck. Also the price was excellent and have no complaints. Love this PRS which will be adde to my collection of great guitars.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Mar, 2016
Awsome
I am extremely pleased with my purchase of this guitar. I know its Korean made but for the people that cant afford the American made you cant beat it. It brings back memories of years gone by! I will for sure be looking at other SE models to purchase! I love the wide / thin neck and the action is great.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Apr, 2016
prs st24ts
This is my second PRS the first was the Santana model, the st pups are way ether on this model. I have over 50 guitars in my collection from gibsons to fenders but now this is my go to guitar. Playing dry you can still get some amazing sounds out of it which makes it great for recording.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
