This PRS Custom 24 30th Anniversary model is a one-of-a-kind instrument with a ton of mojo and thoughtful, professional upgrades to expand its tonal versatility and performance.
I sent the guitar back to PRS’s Tech Center to have a Narrowfield middle pickup installed. Additionally, my tech added a CB1 Unity Gain Buffer by CAE Sound, which provides consistent tone across all volume levels, prevents signal loss through pedals and long cables, and enhances clarity for a “HiFi“ sound. A convenient battery box was installed on the back plate for easy access without routing the body.
Highlights and Upgrades:
• Middle Narrowfield Pickup Added: Professionally installed by PRS to expand the tonal palette, offering single-coil-esque clarity while remaining hum-canceling.
• CB1 Unity Gain Buffer: Prevents tone degradation and ensures consistent, clear sound across any rig.
• Two Mini Toggles: Independent coil splits for the neck and bridge pickups.
• 5-Way Blade Switch: Wired in a Strat-style configuration for intuitive pickup selection.
• Push-Pull Tone Pot: Activates the neck pickup in any position, unlocking all 7 pickup combinations.
30th Anniversary Appointments:
• Mother of Pearl bird inlays with purfling on the rosewood fretboard.
• 30th Anniversary truss rod cover and headstock veneer with inlaid signature and purfling.
Features:
• Top Wood: Carved figured flamed maple
• Back Wood: Mahogany
• Color: Black Gold Burst
• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Fretboard: Rosewood with purfling
• Neck Shape: Pattern Thin
• Bridge: PRS Tremolo
• Tuning Machines: Phase III Locking Tuners
• Pickups: 85/15 Treble and Bass, PRS Narrowfield Middle
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, 5-Way Blade, Mini Toggles, Push-Pull Tone
Condition:
This guitar is in great structural condition, with normal finish wear from use. The Narrowfield pickup installation was completed by PRS, ensuring top-notch quality. Includes the original PRS case, paperwork, and original pots/knobs.