PRS SE Silver Sky Summit Purple
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PRS
SE Silver Sky Summit Purple
Product Info
Article Number:
568801
Brand:
PRS
Model:
SE Silver Sky Summit Purple
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$751.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This SE Silver Sky Summit Purple is a fantastic option for players chasing a modern Fender vibe without the Fender price tag. The neck profile is incredibly comfortable, and the pickups have a surprising amount of grit when you dig in – it’s a great platform for indie, funk, and lighter rock styles. It’s a really well-built instrument for the money.
Product Description
- PRS SE Silver Sky Summit Purple
- Electric Guitar
- John Mayer Signature model
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Small bird fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: 635JM
- Fingerboard radius: 8.5"
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Pickups: 3 635JM "S" single coils
- 1 Volume control
- 2 tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Colour: Summit Purple
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • The 635JM 'S' pickups deliver a surprisingly thick and articulate clean tone.
- • Maple fretboard offers a snappy feel and bright, clear note definition.
- • The 635JM neck profile is comfortable and familiar for a wide range of players.
- • Summit Purple finish is gorgeous, offering a unique and eye-catching aesthetic.
CONS
- • Poplar body can feel a bit less resonant compared to mahogany or alder.
- • Shorter scale length (648mm) might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
- • Limited pickup options restrict tonal versatility beyond clean and slightly driven sounds.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
3 x 635JM 'S' Single Coils
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22 Medium-Jumbo
Bridge
PRS Designed Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's brighter and more articulate than a typical vintage Strat, with a tighter low-end and a more focused midrange – it’s designed to be a modern take on that classic sound.
The tremolo is functional, but the lighter body and shorter scale length mean it’s not as stable as a higher-end trem system; subtle vibrato is easy, but extreme dive bombs will require careful setup.
The SE Silver Sky Summit Purple generally boasts excellent build quality for its class, with good fretwork and solid hardware, although minor cosmetic imperfections are possible.
