PRS SE NF 53 Pearl White

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PRS SE NF 53 Pearl White

PRS

SE NF 53 Pearl White

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Product Info

Article Number: 621147
Brand: PRS
Model: SE NF 53 Pearl White
Price: $1,263.90

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This SE NF 53 is a seriously impressive T-style guitar. The swamp ash body gives it a lively, responsive feel, and the Narrowfield pickups deliver a surprisingly versatile palette of tones, from glassy cleans to gritty overdrive. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a modern take on a classic design without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • PRS SE NF 53 Pearl White
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Swamp ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Birds fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: NF 53 - thickness at 1st fret: 22 mm / 12th fret: 25 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 254 mm (10")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 41.7 mm (1 41/64")
  • 22 frets
  • Pickups: One PRS Narrowfield DD "S" Treble humbucker (bridge) and one PRS Narrowfield DD "S" Bass humbucker (neck)
  • One volume and one tone control
  • 3-way switch
  • PRS plate-style bridge
  • Nickel hardware
  • PRS designed machine heads with wing buttons
  • Colour: Pearl White
  • Includes gig bag
PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers a resonant, articulate tone with excellent sustain
  • • Maple neck with NF profile offers a comfortable, modern feel and playability
  • • PRS Narrowfield pickups provide a balanced output with clarity and warmth
  • • Plate-style bridge enhances tuning stability and transfer of string vibration
CONS
  • • Swamp ash can be somewhat prone to finish checking with age and humidity changes
  • • While versatile, it leans towards brighter tones; darker genres might require tweaking
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set neck

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Key Features

Body Material Swamp ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple with Birds inlays
Pickups PRS Narrowfield DD inSin Treble/Bass humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22
Bridge PRS plate-style
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NF profile is generally thinner and flatter than most vintage Fender necks, offering a more modern, comfortable feel for faster playing and lower action.
While not high-output, the Narrowfield pickups provide enough gain for rock and lighter metal, but may require a boost pedal for more aggressive styles.
Yes, lighter finishes like pearl white tend to highlight minor imperfections more than darker colors; a good quality polish and careful handling are recommended.

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