SE Mods

[testedone]

I've been using Switchcraft jacks forever and they totally last. but going forward i might start using PureTone full contact jacks...

I went with this kit cause it was all in one pre-wired.. PRS doesn't seem to sell them anymore or they have been out of stock for ever

 

[d1backwoods]

As soon as I took my Mira SE out of the box I slapped on my PRS black lampshade knobs, already ordered a set of Amber ones (if i "Accidentally" order another guitar)

 

[Eddie kim]

Here is what I am doing once the parts come in

Replacement wiring harness from Buhr

• Bourns PDA241 Long Life 500 kΩ Volume Potentiometer
• Alpha 500 kΩ Push/Push DPDT Coil Split Tone Potentiometer
• CRL 3-Way Blade Switch Pickup Selector (No Tip Included)
• Switchcraft #11 Mono Output Jack
• Orange Drop .022 µF 716P 400v Tone Capacitor
• Buhr Electronics Treble Bleed (716P .001 µF w/ Xicon 150 kΩ 1/4 Resistor)
• Gavitt Cloth Pushback Wire

New lamp shade knobs to fit the 21 spline

Seymour Duncan - JB in the bridge - JAzz in the neck

Already have locking tuners on it and bone nut.

Need to order the Mann 1 piece bridge once my wife isn't looking anymore

I have the hotrodded set. Let me know how you like the pickups.

 

[testedone]

I have the hotrodded set. Let me know how you like the pickups.

Same here, is the hot rodded set different then them being purchased individually ?

 

[Eddie kim]

Same here, is the hot rodded set different then them being purchased individually ?

They are the same.

 

[rickcard71]

Does anyone know if the PRS core tone and volume pots will fit into the SE 245? I like the loose feel of the core pots.

 

[rickcard71]

Also, will a core model truss rod cover fit an SE?

 

[testedone]

Does anyone know if the PRS core tone and volume pots will fit into the SE 245? I like the loose feel of the core pots.

Non SE pots will fit with some drilling to make the holes bigger.

 

[Ovibos]

Also, will a core model truss rod cover fit an SE?

I think they’re a different length.

 

[supergoat94]

SE locking tuners, Amber lamp shades, Core tremelo/bridge, core trem and boomerang covers (I like the texture) and Tremonti Bridge pickup.

Next I plan to remove the coil tap and replace both knobs with USA ones. I never use the tap and want to simplify the wiring.

 

[testedone]

Also, will a core model truss rod cover fit an SE?

Google PRS SE truss rod cover, lots of options

 

[Alnus Rubra]

Also, will a core model truss rod cover fit an SE?

The core TRC is shorter than the SE.



This is my SE245 with a Signature TRC that @veinbuster very kindly gifted me. I plan to put a splice of ebony in the gap.

I think they’re a different length.

You are correct.

 

[supergoat94]

That's odd, I put that same signature truss rod cover on my (2019) SE Standard and it was the exact same size.

 

[Alnus Rubra]

I believe mine is a 2016 from PT Wildwood. So the TRC may be a slightly different size on mine.

 

[dogrocketp]

Looking to replace my pick ups and bridge, 2014 SE CU24

Is the money worth being spent on the bridge? Looking at John Mann's bridge

pick ups are less than the bridge , looking at either a SD JB or Dimarzio Super Distortion in the bridge

Absolutely on the Mann trem. I have one of each of his models and they’re super sounding. Very easy to install if you take the time to measure the trems screw height before you take off the old.

 

[testedone]

Absolutely on the Mann trem. I have one of each of his models and they’re super sounding. Very easy to install if you take the time to measure the trems screw height before you take off the old.

Thanks should have all my parts in 2 weeks!!

 

[Wakester]

Ordered a Jackson Electronic Luthier wiring harness for my SE245. Rand does amazing work, this should be interesting. He did a Custom, Custom 24 harness for me a few months ago. Time to see (or hear) what he can do with the 245.

 

[DizzlePizzle]

Hey all!

Ive recently purchased a practically new (plastic still on pickguard) SE Mira for $450 shipped. From what I can tell it’s a 2019-2020 based on serial #.

This is my first PRS. I wanted to find something inexpensive with humbuckers that will serve almost exclusively as my #2 guitar. I have an extra set of Fralin Pure PAF I am planning to drop in. From what I can tell, a new nut (maybe Tusq?) is in order. What other upgrades would you all suggest? Since I’ll be swapping the pickups, would new wiring be a good idea? How do you all find the stock bridge to hold up? I don’t want to put a TON of money into it, as it will be a backup guitar.

Im excited to hear your thoughts and suggestions.

 

[Alnus Rubra]

The PRS core nut is a worthy upgrade.

Good bang for your buck.

 

[Ovibos]

Hey all!

Ive recently purchased a practically new (plastic still on pickguard) SE Mira for $450 shipped. From what I can tell it’s a 2019-2020 based on serial #.

This is my first PRS. I wanted to find something inexpensive with humbuckers that will serve almost exclusively as my #2 guitar. I have an extra set of Fralin Pure PAF I am planning to drop in. From what I can tell, a new nut (maybe Tusq?) is in order. What other upgrades would you all suggest? Since I’ll be swapping the pickups, would new wiring be a good idea? How do you all find the stock bridge to hold up? I don’t want to put a TON of money into it, as it will be a backup guitar.

Im excited to hear your thoughts and suggestions.

See how it plays and sounds. I think the SE electronics can be fine, unless you get a wiggly switch. If I were to go for pots, I’d do a treble bleed.