PRS 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 TB

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PRS 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 TB

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40th Anni. McCarty SC56 TB

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 619352
Brand: PRS
Model: 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 TB
Price: $6,972.90

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This 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 TB is a gorgeous, well-voiced instrument. The combination of the mahogany body, vintage neck profile, and McCarty pickups delivers a warm, responsive tone with plenty of bite. It's a premium-priced instrument geared towards players seeking a refined, classic PRS experience – think players who appreciate a comfortable neck and a versatile, articulate sound.

Product Description

  • PRS 40th Anni. McCarty SC56 TB
  • 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")
  • Nut: Bone
  • 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: Translucent black
  • Includes case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Mahogany body with weight relief offers comfortable playability despite its size.
  • • Vintage Pattern neck profile provides a familiar, comfortable feel for classic players.
  • • McCarty III pickups deliver a balanced, articulate tone suitable for diverse genres.
  • • Rosewood fretboard and Old School Birds inlays contribute to a premium aesthetic and feel.
CONS
  • • Rosewood fretboards can be prone to fret sprout over time, requiring occasional maintenance.
  • • Limited production run may make acquisition challenging for some buyers.
  • • The 'Pattern Vintage' neck, while comfortable, isn't for players preferring ultra-thin profiles.

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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 'Pattern Vintage' is noticeably chunkier than modern PRS profiles, offering a more substantial feel in the hand, closer to a 50s-style neck.
While versatile, the McCarty III pickups lean towards a more vintage tone; high-gain scenarios might require additional drive to achieve extreme distortion.
Limited edition instruments from reputable brands like PRS often hold their value well, especially when well-maintained, but collectibility depends heavily on condition and demand.

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