Help choosing my First PRS Se

[Jen99514]

Hello Guys , Im looking to buy first PRS SE. I've narriwed my options to the PRS SE Santana or the PRS SE 245 Tortoise Shell and maybe also the PRS SE Custom 24. Can someone give me some opinions ?

 

[markintime]

I chose the SE Custom 24 over the Santana. Didn't get to look at the 245, just because the dealer didn't have one in stock at the time. Now I wish there was a SE Custom 22 because I think I would go that route, however having said that, I am extremely happy with the 24. Even though I am now lusting after an American model, knowing that I may have some money coming in down the road. My dilemma: a 408, Paul's Guitar, or the P22? Leaning toward the P22.

 

[shinksma]

What kind of neck do you prefer? Do you want 24 frets? IMHO, and this is one of my standard suggestions, is to go play as many of these models (and others too!) at your local guitar shop and see which one appeals to you - maybe the SC body shape is exactly what you want, maybe the way 22 frets resonates the body is more appealing than the 24 fret neck. Or, if all else is equal, which one has the color you prefer? Hey - it can be a shallow preference, but why not indulge it?