Dead Frets on SC 245

[camstant]

Hi all,

I just recently picked up a 2015 SC 245. It's my first PRS (and actually first guitar I've purchased after 10+ years of not play much at all), and I love the guitar, but I've just noticed that a few frets don't sustain as well as the rest of the guitar. It's most noticeable on the G string at the 12th fret where the note almost seems muted and artificially dies after a second or two, but there are also a few other notes on the the higher frets on the G and B strings where it's similar.

Curious if others have had similar issues and/or have fixed the problem. Is this a setup-type issue or something that will require a more involved repair? Or just something I'll have to live with?

Thanks in advance of any help/suggestions!

 

[Rider1260]

Most likely set up without looking at the guitar it tough but most likely the neck relief needs an adjustment

 

[AP515]

Like Rider says, it's always good to check for mechanical obstructions, but what you are describing sounds like dead spots. Put a small C clamp on the headstock (put a cloth in between to protect the finish) and see if the weight moves the problem to another fret. If so it's a dead spot. Not a lot you can do about them.