Black tuner buttons for new CE24

[Geosh]

I picked up a 2019 CE24 this past weekend (it’s amazing) and I’m wanting to switch out the tuner buttons for black ones because I just like the look better than the chrome. Will the PRS ones made for the S2 line fit up properly? I thought these use the metric S2 tuners also, but wanted to be sure.

Thanks!

 

[RallyFanatic]

Yes, I had them on my CE 24 and they fit perfectly.

 

[Keith B.]

I would love to see pics once this mod is done, or from anyone that's already done it.

 

[RallyFanatic]

This is the only photo I could find if it helps:

 

[Geosh]

I did it to my S2 Studio too. Not sure if the link will work from TGP to here, but it shows for me.

https://www.thegearpage.net/board/i...69-bfb1-99a3c35f6c86.204485/full&d=1613489506

 

[Randy Malone]

I'm leaning this way for my new 2019 CE Semi-Hollow; how do the plastic buttons look/feel? Or should I go for ebony?

 

[RallyFanatic]

I'm leaning this way for my new 2019 CE Semi-Hollow; how do the plastic buttons look/feel? Or should I go for ebony?

they’re solid feeling and look great. I have tone ninja ebony buttons on a Strat and they’re maybe a touch nicer looking if you’re up close - from a few feet away you wouldn’t really notice the difference.

 

[Alnus Rubra]

Did this on my SE 245, very reasonably priced ebony buttons from a well known auction site -

 

[Broseph]

Ebony knobs are very nice. I too chose that on my CE semi-hollow. Looks great on black head stocks. The weight difference between the metal and wood/plastic is very stark. I found mine on Stew Mac: Schaller brand (large ones, although small works too)

 

[Geosh]

Looks like you used the full size buttons on yours. I did the minis on my S2 as I liked the lower profile look of the smaller knobs.

Are the PRS branded ones full size I assume? Didn’t even think of that...

Did this on my SE 245, very reasonably priced ebony buttons from a well known auction site -

 

[Alnus Rubra]

Looks like you used the full size buttons on yours. I did the minis on my S2 as I liked the lower profile look of the smaller knobs.

Are the PRS branded ones full size I assume? Didn’t even think of that...

These are not PRS branded ebony buttons

(Yes, I am standing in a corner, facing the wall, until I understand the consequences of my actions)

 

[Alnus Rubra]

Ebony knobs are very nice. I too chose that on my CE semi-hollow. Looks great on black head stocks. The weight difference between the metal and wood/plastic is very stark. I found mine on Stew Mac: Schaller brand (large ones, although small works too)

I was surprised at the weight difference, when I had the metal knobs in a bag and ebony buttons in another bag.

However you’re correct, when on the guitar the weight difference is negligible.

 

[Broseph]

PRS stock size = large Schaller brand.

 

[Geosh]

These are not PRS branded ebony buttons

(Yes, I am standing in a corner, facing the wall, until I understand the consequences of my actions)

The ones I used on my S2 weren’t PRS branded either and sadly cost me a bit more than I just bought PRS ones for... but they were smaller which was kinda cool.

 

[Broseph]

Ebony always cost way more than plastic. PRS wants $15 for S2 plastic buttons. I would gladly play $12 extra for ebony over the plastic look/feel.

It’s pickup rings where pricing gets crazy high for woods!!!

 

[KevinK]

Is there an ebony buttons you can get that fits the SE locking tuners?

 

[SinSir]

Is there an ebony buttons you can get that fits the SE locking tuners?

Hipshot buttons fit an SE. I know hipshot has a bunch but tone ninja makes ebony that fits.

 

[Alnus Rubra]

Is there an ebony buttons you can get that fits the SE locking tuners?

See post #8. I’ve sent you a message

 

[Randy Malone]

I wanted large Schaller satin chrome buttons, but could only source them from Schaller in Germany (expensive shipping). So I got the smaller size (used on Stratocasters) and they work well and look good. Once I have more posts I'll add a picture.

 

[Geosh]

Just got the black PRS branded knobs. They are smaller than the stock metal ones which I’m happy about. They look just like the ones I had on my Studio. I’ll post pics when I get them on.