PRS CE 22

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In the Solid Body Electric Guitars category, PRS CE 22 is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Revitalize your performance with the PRS CE 22, a guitar that seamlessly bridges modern innovation with classic craftsmanship. Celebrating the legacy of PRS's 40-year journey, this limited-edition masterpiece retains the iconic features that guitarists love, while introducing a few modern enhancements. The CE 22 boasts a figured maple top that sits on a robust mahogany body, creating a harmonious blend of brightness and sustain. Its maple bolt-on neck and rosewood fingerboard offer both warmth and a smooth playing experience, ensuring comfort for any style, from intricate solos to rich chord progressions.

At the heart of the CE 22's sonic flexibility are the 58/15 LT pickups. These pickups are renowned for delivering a vintage tone that’s both rich and organic, offering everything from sweet single-coil sounds to the full-bodied warmth of humbuckers. Thanks to a versatile switching system and a push-pull Master Tone control, you can easily dial in the perfect sound for any musical context.

Whether you're exploring new genres or sticking to your beloved classics, the PRS CE 22 offers endless playability. Its Pattern Regular neck provides a natural fit, making it easy to transition across fret positions with ease. The satin finish enhances the neck's slick feel, promoting fluid movements that make the guitar feel like an extension of yourself.

Key Features:

Figured maple top on a mahogany body for enhanced brightness and sustain
Maple bolt-on neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard
58/15 LT pickups offering vintage tone with clarity and nuance
Master Volume, 3-way toggle switch, and push-pull Master Tone for versatile sound options
Pattern Regular neck profile for comfort and easy playability
Phase III locking tuners and PRS Tremolo for tuning stability and expressiveness

Product specs

Brand	PRS
Model	CE-22 Maple Top Tremolo
Finish	Amber, Black, Black Cherry, Black Sunburst, Blue Matteo, Cherry Sunburst, Creme, Dark Cherry Sunburst, Dark Cherry Wraparound Sunburst, Emerald Green, Gold Metallic, Gold Top, Gray Black, McCarty Sunburst, McCarty Tobacco Sunburst, McCarty Tobacco Wraparound Sunburst, Metallic Green, Metallic Red, Natural, Orange, Platinum Metallic, Purple, Raspberry, Royal Blue, Ruby, Santana Yellow, Scarlet Red, Tobacco Sunburst, Tobacco Wraparound Sunburst, Tortoise Shell, Tri-Color Sunburst, Turquoise, Vintage Natural, Vintage Sunburst, Vintage Yellow, Violin Amber Sunburst, Whale Blue
Year	1994 - 2008
Made In	United States
Categories	Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Material	Mahogany
Body Shape	Double Cutaway
Body Type	Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type	Tremolo Bridge
Color Family	Black, Blue, Brown, Gold, Green, Grey, Natural, Orange, Purple, Red, Silver, Teal, White, Yellow
Finish Pattern	Sunburst
Fretboard Material	Rosewood
Model Family	PRS CE 22
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Number of Frets	22
Number of Strings	6-String
Pickup Configuration	HH
Right / Left Handed	Right Handed
Series	PRS Core
Top Material	Maple

FAQs

What does the "CE" in PRS CE 22 stand for?: The "CE" in PRS CE 22 stands for "Classic Electric," indicating a blend of traditional bolt-on neck design with PRS's signature craftsmanship.
What type of pickups are used in the PRS CE 22?: The PRS CE 22 features a dual humbucker (HH) pickup configuration, providing a versatile range of tones suitable for various music genres.
Is the PRS CE 22 suitable for live performances?: Yes, the PRS CE 22 is highly regarded for its build quality and sound, making it an excellent choice for live performances.
How does the bolt-on neck construction affect the PRS CE 22's sound?: The bolt-on neck construction of the PRS CE 22 offers a snappier response and brighter tone compared to set-neck designs, enhancing playability and articulation.
What materials are used in the construction of the PRS CE 22?: The PRS CE 22 features a mahogany body with a maple top, a maple neck, and a rosewood fretboard, combining for a rich, resonant sound with excellent sustain.

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PROS

Dragon II pickups offer aggressive, musical tones that clean up well.
Comfortable "wide thin" bolt-on maple neck ideal for smaller hands.
Exceptional fit and finish with high-end components.
Unique violin carve top with recessed controls adds aesthetic appeal.
Versatile sound profile, suitable for both stage and studio use.
Maintains tuning stability well with tremolo system.
Offers a classic, throaty voice with high output for rock genres.
Split pickup option provides authentic single-coil strat-like jangle.
Flamed maple top praised for its stunning visual appeal.
Stands out within the PRS lineup for its unique feel and playability.

CONS

Gen I tuners can be a bummer compared to newer versions.
Some players find the tone artificially harsh and lacking mellowness.
Tremolo system may require blocking to maintain tuning under heavy use.

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Setup and maintenance

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The CE 22's satin nitro finish requires careful stand selection to prevent damage, a common consideration for nitro finishes.
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Comparisons

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The CE 22 is noted for having a snappier, more Fender-esque sound, likely due to its bolt-on maple neck, offering tonal variety distinct from a Strat.
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The Custom 22 is often chosen for its set-neck construction with more mahogany, providing a warmer, thicker tone compared to the CE 22.
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Features and functionality

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The CE 22's tremolo system is a key feature for those desiring a tremolo, unlike the McCarty models which are hardtail only.
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Owners find the CE 22 to be a practical workhorse guitar, particularly appreciated for its light weight and versatility in live settings.
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4.5 out of 5

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b_wolfen

133

almost 11 years ago

Still a rocky voiced alternative

My CE 22 is a 2007 built one in Matteo Blue, with a wide fat neck! What makes this guitar really standing out for higher gain rock stuff are the Dragon IIs. I like their voicing that much that I exchanged the Vintage Base/HFS combi in my PRS Std24 with another pair of Dragon IIs. They are still high output, but with a more classic, throaty voice than esp. the HFS is providing. I'd prefer Dragon IIs (not Dragon Is) also over Gibsons Burstbuckers for bite and dynamic.

jimmarchi1

40997

11 years ago almost 11 years ago

You mean wide fat? You said white fat and I thought of a few people I know, not a guitar! Great review, man. How do you put up with the PRS 'heel of death' ????? I would love these guitars if only Paul had the heel closer to the neck joint and sculpted it into a more ergonomic shape. I just can't make use of the double cutaways on a PRS and so I refuse to buy one even though they are otherwise very nice guitars.

b_wolfen

133

11 years ago almost 11 years ago

Wide, fat, sure! Hilarious typo, now fixed! I got maybe used to PRS necks before I really entered to upper end of the neck, skill wise. No issue for me as obviously for all the pros staging with a PRS. Sounds to me that if you are comfy with Gibson, why change? A PRS is too pricey to collect dust only, isn't it?

Thanks for the check, mate!

rolandomorales

212

over 9 years ago

A Classic Electric you must have

I'm more into Fender and Music Man sound but since I discovered the PRS guitars something catch me and drop me onto the PRS world too. I was trying to find the right choice for me but never, until now, it shows to me. When I found the CE 22 with the bolt on neck I was wondering about if there's any possibility that I can have a reminiscence of the Fender sound and It was it. Now I cannot let my PRS on a corner and in every gig i try to used It. It's a kind of guitar that every guitar player has to have