JumpMarine
18 watts of Mayhemologist
Has anyone had the chance to play one or better yet purchase one and have some quality time with one? Are they any different than the ones from a couple of years ago other than the nicer finishes?
PRS SE Singlecut?
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Has anyone had the chance to play one or better yet purchase one and have some quality time with one? Are they any different than the ones from a couple of years ago other than the nicer finishes?
sufferinrewind
New member
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I thought they only had Tremonti Singlecut SE models a few years ago?
Sorry that I can't really help you here. The thread I created on that guitar made me look elsewhere.
I thought they only had Tremonti Singlecut SE models a few years ago?
Sorry that I can't really help you here. The thread I created on that guitar made me look elsewhere.
Nightburst
New member
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I was wondering the same thing because the Tremonti SE has never impressed me. Thin body and dull resonance.
I was wondering the same thing because the Tremonti SE has never impressed me. Thin body and dull resonance.
aleclee
Major General GAS
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I owned a Tremonti SE a few years back and it was a solid guitar for the $$.
On the other hand, I played an SE Custom shortly after they came out and was disappointed in how it compared to the very nice Santana SEs I'd played a few years ago. The hardware was disappointing, it didn't stay in tune, and there were issues with pickup balance. The stoptail models might be a bit better but I'd definitely advise you to try before you buy.
I owned a Tremonti SE a few years back and it was a solid guitar for the $$.
On the other hand, I played an SE Custom shortly after they came out and was disappointed in how it compared to the very nice Santana SEs I'd played a few years ago. The hardware was disappointing, it didn't stay in tune, and there were issues with pickup balance. The stoptail models might be a bit better but I'd definitely advise you to try before you buy.
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theodie
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Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I have a single cut SE soapbar that IMO has better quality that alot of MIA guitars! Most of them I have played have been this way also! They are a great axe for low dollars!!!
I have a single cut SE soapbar that IMO has better quality that alot of MIA guitars! Most of them I have played have been this way also! They are a great axe for low dollars!!!
Nightburst
New member
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
But they cost as much as a 2nd hand Gibson LP studio... At least they should have made the body the same thickness as the higher end models IMHO.
But they cost as much as a 2nd hand Gibson LP studio... At least they should have made the body the same thickness as the higher end models IMHO.
Gearjoneser
Gear Ho
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
The one in that picture looks great. It does surprise me that they can knock those out for $550. Of course, I'd rather have the US model, but who wouldn't?
The ones I've picked up seemed like good guitars, but they could use a pro setup.......just like any $550 guitar.
The one in that picture looks great. It does surprise me that they can knock those out for $550. Of course, I'd rather have the US model, but who wouldn't?
The ones I've picked up seemed like good guitars, but they could use a pro setup.......just like any $550 guitar.
ibanezrocks
HardtailPisser
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I've only ever played one of those that wasn't amazing for the price all the other ones I have wanted to buy. Personally I'd get the p-90 one though.
I've only ever played one of those that wasn't amazing for the price all the other ones I have wanted to buy. Personally I'd get the p-90 one though.
JumpMarine
18 watts of Mayhemologist
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
Ah, but you could always put Phat Cats in the HH one.
ibanezrocks said:
Ah, but you could always put Phat Cats in the HH one.
smauk43
New member
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I've got a Tremonti SE. Never played a non Tremonti SE, but surely they are relatively the same? Had mine for a year and sold a Gibson SG Standard because I just didn't play it any more. I did replace the pickups although the stock ones weren't that bad. I love the wide/fat neck, you may or may not. True it's not as heavy as a Gibby LP, I actually prefer the weight of the Gibby and shopping for one now. But I won't sell the Tremonti. It's not the same beast as a Gibson LP. But it is why I sold the SG. It has enough bulk to make the SG feel small. I'm a big guy and an SG just didn't "fit". I ordered mine from Chuck Levins (platinum, right after PRS was allowed to sell them again and I'm pretty sure it was leftover stock because I got it right away) and they set it up put 11's on it for me before shipping and did an excellent job. I can say the fret job, binding, and paint are flawless, better than most of the Studio and Standard LP's I've played recently. I've also owned an ESP Eclipse 400 and an Ibanez SZ in the same range, and this PRS beats them hands down.
I've got a Tremonti SE. Never played a non Tremonti SE, but surely they are relatively the same? Had mine for a year and sold a Gibson SG Standard because I just didn't play it any more. I did replace the pickups although the stock ones weren't that bad. I love the wide/fat neck, you may or may not. True it's not as heavy as a Gibby LP, I actually prefer the weight of the Gibby and shopping for one now. But I won't sell the Tremonti. It's not the same beast as a Gibson LP. But it is why I sold the SG. It has enough bulk to make the SG feel small. I'm a big guy and an SG just didn't "fit". I ordered mine from Chuck Levins (platinum, right after PRS was allowed to sell them again and I'm pretty sure it was leftover stock because I got it right away) and they set it up put 11's on it for me before shipping and did an excellent job. I can say the fret job, binding, and paint are flawless, better than most of the Studio and Standard LP's I've played recently. I've also owned an ESP Eclipse 400 and an Ibanez SZ in the same range, and this PRS beats them hands down.
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
Their cost are comparable to Epiphone's and Schecter's, meaning the same complaint could be made of those companies as well.
As for the body thickness, they are the same thickness as the American models, however the McCarty and non-trem singlecuts are a little thicker. The SE line doesn't reflect that added thickness, that said, they are the same thickness as say a PRS Custom or Singlcut trem.
Nightburst said:
Their cost are comparable to Epiphone's and Schecter's, meaning the same complaint could be made of those companies as well.
As for the body thickness, they are the same thickness as the American models, however the McCarty and non-trem singlecuts are a little thicker. The SE line doesn't reflect that added thickness, that said, they are the same thickness as say a PRS Custom or Singlcut trem.
Nightburst
New member
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
550!! I'd already own one if they would cost that over here. add 200 with the price any you know what we have to pay here. Same thing with schecters. Epi's and Ibanez's are much cheaper.
550!! I'd already own one if they would cost that over here. add 200 with the price any you know what we have to pay here. Same thing with schecters. Epi's and Ibanez's are much cheaper.
frankfalbo
In Fluence Y'all
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I laughed when I saw those. Since they won the Gibson lawsuit, I think this is the coolest thing they could have done. :bowdown: I hope they take a huge bite into Epiphone sales with this one. I'd watch for Gibson to change some things up to try to counteract this guitar, like the cheapo USA flat finish guitars, or perhaps a price lowering on comparably equipped Epis. Gibson brought the lawsuit in an attempt to stop PRS from cutting into their market share. And now, guess what PRS is going to do? :laugh2:
It's a Korean guitar. Like Magnotta said, you're going to have all the same complaints as any comparably priced Korean. And the Korean stuff is getting darn good nowadays. Sure there will be some unflattering veneer tops, and some fretwork issues here and there, but overall I'd say you can buy these things sight unseen from a catalog, or order one through a store and it'll be a great guitar with a little setup work. Epi has been playing around in this price range with all sorts of games. I've seen the Alder backs, and veneers on the backs with 5 piece bodies underneath. It's time for someone to mass market a good single-cut like this. Kudos to PRS.
Now if someone could just mass market a really good Japanese single cut, with real tops in the US for about $850.....:yeah:
I laughed when I saw those. Since they won the Gibson lawsuit, I think this is the coolest thing they could have done. :bowdown: I hope they take a huge bite into Epiphone sales with this one. I'd watch for Gibson to change some things up to try to counteract this guitar, like the cheapo USA flat finish guitars, or perhaps a price lowering on comparably equipped Epis. Gibson brought the lawsuit in an attempt to stop PRS from cutting into their market share. And now, guess what PRS is going to do? :laugh2:
It's a Korean guitar. Like Magnotta said, you're going to have all the same complaints as any comparably priced Korean. And the Korean stuff is getting darn good nowadays. Sure there will be some unflattering veneer tops, and some fretwork issues here and there, but overall I'd say you can buy these things sight unseen from a catalog, or order one through a store and it'll be a great guitar with a little setup work. Epi has been playing around in this price range with all sorts of games. I've seen the Alder backs, and veneers on the backs with 5 piece bodies underneath. It's time for someone to mass market a good single-cut like this. Kudos to PRS.
Now if someone could just mass market a really good Japanese single cut, with real tops in the US for about $850.....:yeah:
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Guest
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Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
Is it just me or did they stp making the PRS Singlecut SE with p90's?
Is it just me or did they stp making the PRS Singlecut SE with p90's?
JumpMarine
18 watts of Mayhemologist
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
They did and it's a shame, though the Soapbar II is killer.
LSP said:
They did and it's a shame, though the Soapbar II is killer.
JumpMarine
18 watts of Mayhemologist
Re: PRS SE Singlecut?
I got the same impression when I tried one side by side with the original SE Singlecut Soapbar. The Soapbar felt heavier and more solid, the Tremonti felt like it was made of plastic.
Nightburst said:
I got the same impression when I tried one side by side with the original SE Singlecut Soapbar. The Soapbar felt heavier and more solid, the Tremonti felt like it was made of plastic.
