PRS 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 MS
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40th Anni. McCarty SC56 MS
Product Info
Article Number:
619353
Brand:
PRS
Model:
40th Anni. McCarty SC56 MS
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$6,972.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 MS is a beautifully crafted instrument, blending vintage aesthetics with modern PRS refinements. The comfortable neck and balanced McCarty pickups make it ideal for players seeking a warm, articulate tone with a touch of classic growl – perfect for blues, rock, and jazz aficionados who appreciate a premium-priced, historically inspired guitar.
Product Description
- PRS 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 MS
- Electric Guitar
- Limited edition of 400 pieces worldwide - Approx. 133 pieces per colour
- Body: Mahogany
- Weight relief - weight reduced body
- Top: Maple
- Set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Old School Birds
- Neck profile: Pattern Vintage - neck thickness at 1st fret: 22 mm / at 12th fret: 25 mm
- Binding: Body top and neck
- Fingerboard radius: 254 mm (10")
- Scale: 625 mm (24.594")
- Nut width: 42.9 mm (1.6875")
- Bone nut
- Frets: 22
- Pickups: One PRS McCarty III Treble (bridge) and one PRS McCarty III Bass (neck) humbucker
- Two volume and two tone controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- Bridge: PRS two-piece
- PRS Phase III non-locking machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: McCarty Sunburst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Mahogany body with strategic weight relief keeps the guitar comfortable to play for extended periods.
- • Vintage Pattern neck profile provides exceptional feel and effortless access across the fretboard.
- • McCarty III pickups deliver a balanced, articulate tone suitable for a wide range of styles.
- • PRS two-piece bridge enhances sustain and provides excellent tuning stability.
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard may be a turn-off for players preferring ebony or maple.
- • Limited edition nature means resale value is speculative and availability is restricted.
- • The vintage-inspired design, while appealing, limits versatility compared to more modern options.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
PRS McCarty III Treble & Bass Humbuckers
Scale Length
625 mm (24.594")
Frets
22
Bridge
PRS Two-Piece
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Vintage Pattern' is noticeably thinner and has a more rounded feel, reminiscent of older Gibson necks, offering a different playing experience.
They're voiced for a balanced output, slightly lower than some modern high-output pickups, prioritizing clarity and dynamic range over sheer volume.
PRS parts are generally readily available, but specific cosmetic components might be harder to source down the line due to the limited run.
