PRS McCarty Electric Guitar - McCarty Sunburst, 10-Top

PRS McCarty Electric Guitar - McCarty Sunburst, 10-Top

Named after Ted McCarty, a pioneer of the electric guitar and musical instrument industry, the McCarty model embodies the most up-to-date findings from PRS and looks back to the golden age of the guitar. This vintage-appointed guitar features a bound, 22-fret Pattern neck and a slightly thicker back for enhanced tone and sustain. The McCarty model is anchored by a PRS Stoptail bridge with brass inserts for added resonance and vintage-style tuners. The PRS McCarty is outfitted with McCarty LT treble and bass pickups. These vintage-style pickups exhibit exceptional clarity and focused midrange. Paired with a push/pull tone control and a 3-way toggle pickup switch, these pickups provide a complete palette of tones.

In the late 1980’s, Paul Reed Smith called on Ted McCarty to consult with him on guitar design and production techniques. He not only served as a mentor but became a great friend of Paul and everyone he met at PRS. In 1994, PRS released the first McCarty, an instrument that incorporated the full spectrum of techniques and knowledge Paul had gained from Ted as well as his own experiences as a guitar builder.

For 2024, PRS Guitars is updating the tuning machines on many of our Core guitars. While, aesthetically, our new Wing buttons are designed to echo the 12th fret bird wingspan design, they were first and foremost designed for tonal reasons all the way back in 1982. Because these buttons are lighter weight than their metal predecessors, they are subtracting less energy from the vibrating strings, thus helping the guitar ring longer and at a more musical note. The removal of the tuner’s locking feature on non-tremolo-equipped guitars further decreases their weight.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair. 

Specifications

• Number of Strings: 6
  
• Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  
• Body Type:Solidbody
  
• Body Shape: McCarty
  
• Body Material:Mahogany
  
• Top Material:10-Top Maple
  
• Body Finish:Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  
• Color: McCarty Sunburst
  
• Neck Material: Mahogany
  
• Neck Shape: Pattern
  
• Neck Joint: Set Neck
  
• Radius: 10"
  
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  
• Fingerboard Inlay: Birds
  
• Number of Frets: 22, Nickel
  
• Scale Length: 25"
  
• Nut Width: 1.687"
  
• Nut Material: PRS Proprietary
  
• Bridge/Tailpiece: PRS Stoptail w/ Brass Inserts
  
• Tuners: PRS Vintage-Style Non-Locking, 18:1    
  
• Neck Pickup: PRS McCarty LT Humbucker
  
• Bridge Pickup: PRS McCarty LT Humbucker
  
• Controls: 1 x volume, 1 x tone (push/pull coil-tap)
  
• Switching: 3-way toggle pickup switch    
  
• Strings: PRS Signature, .010-.046
  
• Case/Gig Bag:Hardshell Case
  
• Manufacturer Part Number: 112802::MS:
  
• Depth at 1st Fret: .876"
  
• Depth at 12th Fret: .950"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!