DISC PRS S2 Starla Electric Guitar, Champagne Gold Metallic (2017)

Full Description

Mahogany Body & Neck

Constructed from a mahogany body and neck with a set-in design, the PRS S2 Starla offers a warm and resonant tone with plenty of depth and grind. Mahogany is a medium to heavy wood, creating a strong and sturdy design that will stand up to the gigging musicians lifestyle. The neck’s set-in construction delivers an advanced sustain, as the increased contact between the neck and body allows vibrations to transfers easily between the neck heel and body.

Crisp Bluesy Starla Humbuckers

Delivering the PRS Guitar’s powerful tones are the two Starla humbuckers, producing grinding chords and crisp sharpness which a recognisable bright characteristic. The pickup’s singular balance and clarity allows single notes to sing, while the thick and muscular midrange gives it plenty of depth. The neck pickup provides an excellent blues-like, warm tones with a prominent low end, while the bridge pickup offers a sharp, solid sound that cuts though the mix.

Push/Pull Coil Tap

Incorporating a push/pull coil tap control on the tone pot, the PRS guitar can produce a range of sounds and tones perfect for versatile guitarists. Simply push/pull the tone control to switch the pickup between crisp single-coil sounds and strong, punchy humbucker tones. The 3-way pickup selector is used to create amazing tones for a range of music styles.

Bigsby’s B-50 Tremolo

The Starla features a stunning Bigsby B-50 system, with an adjust-o-matic bridge providing excellent intonation and a tremolo tailpiece offering beautifully classic vibrato effect. The system is designed with a roller bridge system and a spring-loaded arm which pushes down on the strings to adjust tension to a lower pitch. The pressure spring counterbalances the natural tension of the string, allowing the guitar to hold its tuning when in the neutral position.

PRS Guitars

Launched in 1985 by Paul Reed Smith, PRS guitars offer an alternative approach to achieving excellence. Their unique approach to the design and build of their guitars has found them a distinct sound that has become a hallmark for hard rock. The slightly wider necks are ideal for technical guitarists who require space while scaling the fretboard. As well as exceptional tone, PRS’ guitars have become famed for their stunningly intricate finishes. The bird inlays, distinctive colours and signature headstocks have inspired guitarists globally since their first production. The selection of ranges offer something to every style and budget. For guitarists looking for reliable and long lasting tone, PRS is an ideal choice.

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Body: Mahogany
• Bridge: Adjust-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Bigsby B-50
• Construction: Set-In
• Finish: Champagne Gold Metallic

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck: Mahogany
• Profile: Pattern Regular
• Scale Length: 25’’
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Frets: 22
• Inlays: Pearloid Dots

Electronics & Hardware

• Bridge Pickup: Starla Humbucker (Passive)
• Neck Pickup: Starla Humbucker (Passive)
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone (Push/Pull), 3-Way Pickup Switch
• Tuners: PRS Low Mass Locking
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/White/Black
• Hardware: Nickel