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Description
The PRS CE 24 is an electric guitar that perfectly balances modern innovation with classic design. At its core, this guitar features a bolt-on maple neck that delivers a snappy attack and the signature "woody" tonal quality that many guitarists crave. Complemented by a figured maple top on a mahogany body, the CE 24 produces a rich, resonant sound with exceptional clarity. The PRS 85/15 pickups are a highlight, offering versatile tones that range from deep, tight lows to clear, singing highs. With a push/pull tone control for coil-splitting, this guitar allows you to effortlessly switch between humbucker and single-coil tones, making it an incredibly versatile tool for any musician. The satin nitro finish on the neck ensures smooth playability, while the rosewood fretboard enhances articulation and warmth. Whether you're playing intricate solos or chunky power chords, the PRS CE 24 stands out as a reliable and inspiring instrument.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body with a figured maple top
- Bolt-on maple neck with a Pattern Thin profile
- Rosewood fretboard with bird inlays
- PRS 85/15 humbuckers with push/pull coil tap
- PRS tremolo bridge and locking tuners
- 25" scale length
- Satin nitro neck finish
- Includes PRS gig bag
Product specs
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Body Type | Solidbody |
| Body Shape | CE 24 Doublecut |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Top Material | Figured Maple |
| Body Finish | High Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | Pattern Thin |
| Neck Joint | Bolt-on |
| Radius | 10" |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Birds |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Scale Length | 25" |
| Nut Width | 1.6875" |
| Nut Material | Synthetic/Bronze powder blend |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | PRS Patented Molded Tremolo |
| Tuners | PRS Low Mass Locking |
| Neck Pickup | PRS 85/15 Humbucker |
| Bridge Pickup | PRS 85/15 Humbucker |
| Controls | 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone (push-pull coil tap) |
| Switching | 3-way toggle pickup switch |
| Strings | PRS, .010-.046 |
| Case/Gig Bag | Gig Bag |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile of the PRS CE 24?
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The PRS CE 24 features a Pattern Thin neck profile, providing a comfortable and fast playing experience suitable for various playing styles.
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What kind of tones can I expect from the PRS 85/15 humbuckers in the PRS CE 24?
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The PRS 85/15 humbuckers offer a versatile tonal range, delivering clear highs, strong mids, and tight lows, making them suitable for genres ranging from rock to jazz.
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Is the PRS CE 24 suitable for advanced players?
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Yes, the PRS CE 24 is designed for advanced players, offering high-quality craftsmanship, versatile tones, and professional-grade features like a bolt-on maple neck and PRS patented molded tremolo.
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Does the PRS CE 24 come with a gig bag or case?
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The PRS CE 24 comes with a gig bag, providing convenient protection and portability for the guitar.
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How does the PRS CE 24's bolt-on neck affect its sound?
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The bolt-on maple neck of the PRS CE 24 contributes to a bright, snappy tone with excellent sustain, enhancing the guitar's overall versatility and dynamic response.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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Combines attributes of both Strats and PRS Tremonti, offering versatility and familiar feel
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Maple neck and split coil option enhance brightness and tonal versatility
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Humbucker delivers clear, full-bodied sound with high output
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Excellent fit and finish; attention to detail is top-notch
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Bolt-on neck offers a punchy, percussive attack
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Coil splitting provides diverse sound range, excelling in single coil settings
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Reliable tuning stability with PRS trem and locking tuners
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Ideal for multiple genres – from reggae to rock
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High-end pickups with dynamic balance and clarity
CONS
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85/15 pickups can be dark and lack clarity in high gain settings
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Some find the bridge pickup lacks chuggy/punchy tone for heavy styles
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Noticeable volume drop in coil split mode without a boost pedal
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about PRS CE 24.
Setup and maintenance
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Installing a PRS Core nut can resolve tuning stability issues caused by string binding at the nut, especially with heavier gauge strings.
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Floating tremolo bridges take longer to stabilize tuning after restringing, but adjusting the spring claw can stop the tremolo from floating for more stability.
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Features and functionality
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The PRS SE CE 24's tremolo system is more stable than an Affinity Strat’s, though it may not match a hardtail's stability.
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The CE 24-08 offers more pickup configurations, such as combining the bridge humbucker with a split coiled neck pickup.
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The 85/15 LT pickups are highlighted for their versatility, with coil tapping available on both pickups in certain special editions.
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User experience
Comparisons
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PRS SE CE 24 sits tonally between a Les Paul and Stratocaster, convincing in both styles without sounding identical.
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The CE 24 is described as a "snappier, brighter Custom 24" with more warmth than a Strat or Tele, but not as fat as a Les Paul.
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The CE 24 is noted to have hotter pickups than a Strat, achieving Strat-like tones when the volume is rolled off.
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Owners who previously played a Fender Strat report the PRS CE 24's neck feels thicker, affecting playability for those accustomed to thinner neck profiles.
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Critic Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 7 Reviews and 30 Ratings
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Excellent Playability and Versatile Tone
"I’ve been playing the PRS CE 24 for several months, and it delivers a very smooth neck, comfortable body, and versatile tone suitable for a wide range of styles. The build quality is excellent, and it stays in tune well. Highly recommended for both studio and live use.
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It is comfortable, very well made and sounds unbelievable
I really cant complain about anything. Its perfect how it is. I dont like to modify my instruments if I don't need to, and this is perfect at stock.
995
A versatile perfectly playing beauty
I own a 2008 model with amber finish. Mahogany body with flamed maple top, bolt on one piece maple neck with rosewood fretboard, abalone dot markers, 24 frets. Vintage Bass and HFS pickups with 1 volume and 1 coil split push pull tone pot, 3 way toggle switch and PRS trem. This guitar plays like a dream and has the lowest action of all of my guitars. In humbucker mode, the front pickup delivers vintage humbucker sounds which are a bit less warm than a Gibson Les Paul or SG. The middle position has a great fat strat-like sound, and the bridge pickup has a great aggressive, yet musical, rock sound. There is a considerable volume drop in coil split mode, and the front and middle PU coil splits sound a bit thin and lack a bit of character compared to the humbuckers when the same amp settings are used. I found that this can be compensated for by using a high quality boost or overdrive pedal, e.g the Wampler Tumnus Deluxe, when in coil split mode. The split HFS bridge pickup sounds great though, a bit like a P90. The PRS trem in combination with the locking tuners works perfectly. Overall, this is the ultimate Powerstrat for me, and a stunningly beautiful guitar as well.
124
Legendary tool
I played it in the studio and I was just in shock, someday I will get this handsome man
111
Great Modern Sound!!!
Love the maple neck. light weigh with brighter sound. It seem like sustain is kinda drop due to neck joint.
41010
nah, fool with the set-up until its less plunky... if that doesn't help, look at the trem system, you may want to adjust how it floats (or doesn't float depending on your preference) being an import it may have a crappy zinc sustain block anchoring the strings and you may want to try an aftermarket replacement made from cold rolled steel or bell brass to better focus the vibration of the strings back into the body and pickups... in my experience any passably made guitar can be made to sustain like a champ with some tinkering
Artist usage
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At 3:00 of this "Rig Rundown" with Premier Guitar, Rush's Alex Lifeson's tech Scott Appleton shows both of Alex's 90s PRS guitars, one in black and one sunburst with Signature brand pickups.
Wes Borland used it on the Chocolate Starfish recording and tour along with 3 other Custom 24s.
Mike Shinoda is seen playing a PRS CE 24 Maple Top guitar on the website "The Guitars of Linkin Park," which documents his gear collection.
Paul Reed Smith at 0:35 "it's just one musician making an instrument for another musician. He's an extraordinary musician" https://youtu.be/hBJ9ISMPoVw
In this photo, Brad Delson can be seen playing a Paul Reed Smith CE 24 guitar in a live performance with Linkin Park at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on January 10, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“A second-hand black CE24 that I bought from a friend became my primary tool for Opeth,” Mikael Akerfeldt says. “The year after I bought it, I used it to record all of Blackwater Park. That guitar stayed with me for many years, both on tour and in the studio, although it’s now resting because it has massive sentimental value to me.
Here, at a live performance, John can be seen using a PRS CE 24 standard
in this photo right here he is using a blue one of these guitars
She use this Custom 24 Goldtop a lot. Like for a photoshoot, or this collab with Steve Vai
In the Do You Right music video, you can see Tim's cherry red burst CE 24 that was eventually burned in their bus fire.
This guitar as seen in this image was used during the 48 Hours Festival October 16, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Uruha used a PRS guitar in the recording of the DIM album: https://youtu.be/FpAINANElZE?si=K9x07wVgCR03CeAr&t=367 https://youtu.be/5iioUpL2mr4?si=tsNo0Tp6eJ4NWKUb
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