This. Grab a nice one before they are gone.
I don't know how truthful this is but I was holding out for a Fire Red Burst PRS Special 22 Semi Hollow and spoke to a PRS dealer, the one that I bought 3 of my previous 4 PRS Guitars asking them to speak to their Rep in regards to locating or at least hoping to get one in the near future by ordering one. However, the Rep told the dealer that no more Specials are being made and as such, could not and would not be able to get a Fire Red one in the future. My Dealer was also told that they couldn't get anymore of different colours - what's out there in shops is what's out there. This was just a week ago when I asked and found out on Friday.
This may be true for the UK or EU and the US may get any of the last ones to be made - remember this is just a Limited Edition and therefore PRS may well of finished the run of these completely (apart from any special orders - but the 'general' ones may well be finished) - inc for the US market. It may only be possible to have one made via Private Stock for example.
I was still relatively lucky to find one in my 2nd choice that I had been watching in case no Red guitars could be sourced and with an incredible top on it that hadn't yet been sold. Before anyone else could buy it, I immediately ordered and, I am happy too say, arrived today...
As you can see, she is a beauty... In reality, these pics do look a bit 'brighter' than it does in real life - but in real life, she looks richer and I couldn't be happier!! Absolutely stunning instrument.
I haven't pushed the guitar yet - just the quick look over and some unplugged strums - let her acclimatise first but she is a great addition to my collection. She has 12 different Pick-up options so a LOT of variation and potential - can't wait to explore these
@Andy80 I wouldn't rule out a PRS Hollowbody. I know you said you have just sold one but a PRS Hollowbody is unlike many (of not all) Hollowbody guitars. For a start, its the same size and shape as a typical PRS and starts off with a solid lump of mahogany - like a regular PRS. Then the Mahogany is 'hollowed' out to form the sides. A solid maple cap is but on both the front and back - both carved like a regular Core PRS. Its not made like an Acoustic or other hollowbody where they use Laminate steamed wood bent to form the sides and pressed to form the top 'carve' (even if its not actually carved but moulded). In a LOT of ways, its more like the Solid body PRS but much lighter and more resonant. I Play Rock and a bit of Metal (Metallica is about the heaviest I play) on it and don't get the uncontrollable feedback that a 335 would or example.
The reason I mentioned it though was for a more 'left field' suggestion as it would bring a Piezo to your collection and add something you don't have. There is a lot of rock that has Acoustic parts to them and blending in the Piezo adds a bit of chime too. As I said, it was more of let field recommendation, something just outside of the expected but could of been something you hadn't considered.
I still think that either the PRS Special (if you can find one) or a Custom 24/24-08/P24 would be more advantageous based on what you have and what these guitars offer. I think the Paul's Guitar is great but on the other hand, its also quite similar to a Les Paul. The Humbuckers are different and more like quiet P90's so there is that - plus the Split coils are Single Coils without the volume drop or sounding more like a thin humbucker. It does have the fixed bridge that seem a bit hit and miss with some because they cannot adjust it - before even knowing whether they will ever need to adjust it - a bit like worrying about after-market Pick-Ups for it too because of the size but not really trying the guitar to find out what these PU's offer. If you want a 22 fret, standard HB guitar, there is the Cu22 (of you want a trem), 594 (if you want a fixed adjustable bridge and separate tone/volume) as well as the signature guitars - the DGT, Tremonti and Santana - if you are worried about after market PU's. Not saying you are someone who will be concerned about modifications but pointing out that people have the choice of other 22 fret PRS guitars that can give them more choice with after market parts if that is such a concern - leave Paul's alone as it is HIS current Signature model. Its a bit like complaining the Holcombe is 25.5" and has a Fixed bridge - if that's a concern, buy a Custom 24 as the Holcombe is built to Mark's preferences.
Anyway, I think I have written yet another Essay - all I can say is good luck in your search and hope to see your NGD when you make your purchase.
