andy474x
Knows the Drill
Well, I got my S2 Custom Semi Hollow almost 2 months ago now. Aside from the obligatory NGD, I've been waiting to say much until I had a while to work with the guitar. I know a lot of this might be "old hat" for a lot of the core players here, but this was my first Maryland made PRS after playing SE's, so I'm hoping that some people that are contemplating the step-up might find this helpful. Without further adieu, here we go!
Fit and Finish:
For the most part, this axe has the attention to detail that you would expect from anything in the PRS line. The finish seems to be nice and thin, with no drips or runs anywhere. Sweet!
Some nice magohany grain on the back
The fret ends are nice and tight to the edges of the neck:
I was really surprised with the scarf jointed headstock - I can hardly see it! I usually have to sit for a good 20-30 seconds to pick it out.
See it right there???
Ok, ok, there was a glare. Here's another shot - honestly, the way this pic came out is the most clearly I've ever been able to see the joint!
The heel splice is impossible to pick out - I suspect they darkened the stain/finish over the heel to hide it. A job well done, it looks great (sorry about the glare on this one, couldn't get the overhead light out of the reflection).
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There are, however, a couple of small issues with the finishing on the guitar. Nothing that causes a problem, by any means, but just for the sake of full disclosure:
A couple of finish flaws in the f-hole area
The nut is a tiny bit narrower than the fretboard, which leaves a ledge where they meet up:
I was surprised that the trem and control cavity covers aren't flush with the body. But, at least they're beveled so there aren't sharp edges. Not a flaw by any means, they feel fine, and it probably saves time not having to route for the covers.
The bird inlays are very nicely done, despite being somewhat plain in texture - it would be great if they had a bit of pearloid look.
None of these small items bother me in the least, just thought I would throw them out there. Overall, still a KILLER job of fit and finish, she's got it where it counts!
Now on to part II...
Fit and Finish:
For the most part, this axe has the attention to detail that you would expect from anything in the PRS line. The finish seems to be nice and thin, with no drips or runs anywhere. Sweet!
Some nice magohany grain on the back
The fret ends are nice and tight to the edges of the neck:
I was really surprised with the scarf jointed headstock - I can hardly see it! I usually have to sit for a good 20-30 seconds to pick it out.
See it right there???
Ok, ok, there was a glare. Here's another shot - honestly, the way this pic came out is the most clearly I've ever been able to see the joint!
The heel splice is impossible to pick out - I suspect they darkened the stain/finish over the heel to hide it. A job well done, it looks great (sorry about the glare on this one, couldn't get the overhead light out of the reflection).
There are, however, a couple of small issues with the finishing on the guitar. Nothing that causes a problem, by any means, but just for the sake of full disclosure:
A couple of finish flaws in the f-hole area
The nut is a tiny bit narrower than the fretboard, which leaves a ledge where they meet up:
I was surprised that the trem and control cavity covers aren't flush with the body. But, at least they're beveled so there aren't sharp edges. Not a flaw by any means, they feel fine, and it probably saves time not having to route for the covers.
The bird inlays are very nicely done, despite being somewhat plain in texture - it would be great if they had a bit of pearloid look.
None of these small items bother me in the least, just thought I would throw them out there. Overall, still a KILLER job of fit and finish, she's got it where it counts!
Now on to part II...
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