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Description
Crafted with precision and a nod to the influential Ted McCarty, the PRS McCarty Electric Guitar is an embodiment of musical heritage and innovative design. This instrument seamlessly blends classic aesthetics with modern functionality, making it a favorite among discerning guitarists. The guitar features a slightly thicker body and neck profile, providing exceptional resonance and sustain, while its sleek double cutaway design ensures effortless playability. The combination of a Mahogany body with a Flamed or Quilted Maple top offers not only visual allure but also a rich, warm tonal palette.
Designed for tonal versatility, the McCarty is equipped with two humbuckers that deliver a dynamic range of sounds, from smooth jazz to gritty rock. The rosewood fingerboard, adorned with signature bird inlays, adds a touch of elegance, while the single-piece bridge/tailpiece ensures stability and precision. The Mastering Voice Control (MVC) circuit system further enhances the guitar's adaptability, allowing players to sculpt their sound with unparalleled ease.
Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional musician, the PRS McCarty Electric Guitar is engineered to inspire and perform across a variety of genres. Its blend of tradition and innovation makes it not only a tool but an extension of the artist’s voice.
Key Features:
- Double cutaway solid body
- Mahogany body with Flamed/Quilted Maple top
- Rosewood fingerboard with bird inlays
- Thicker body and neck profile for enhanced sustain
- Two humbuckers for versatile tonal range
- Mastering Voice Control (MVC) circuit system
- Single-piece bridge/tailpiece
- 25-inch scale length
Product specs
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Body Type | Solidbody |
| Body Shape | McCarty |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Top Material | Maple |
| Body Finish | Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Shape | Pattern |
| Neck Joint | Set Neck |
| Radius | 10" |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Birds |
| Number of Frets | 22, Nickel |
| Scale Length | 25" |
| Nut Width | 1.687" |
| Nut Material | PRS Proprietary |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | PRS Stoptail w/ Brass Inserts |
| Tuners | PRS Vintage-Style Non-Locking, 18:1 |
| Neck Pickup | PRS McCarty LT Humbucker |
| Bridge Pickup | PRS McCarty LT Humbucker |
| Controls | 1 x volume, 1 x tone (push/pull coil-tap) |
| Switching | 3-way toggle pickup switch |
| Strings | PRS Signature, .010-.046 |
| Case/Gig Bag | Hardshell Case |
FAQs
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What kind of neck profile does the PRS McCarty Electric Guitar have?
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The PRS McCarty Electric Guitar features a "Pattern" neck profile, which is known for its comfortable, vintage-inspired shape that suits a wide range of playing styles.
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What tones can I expect from the PRS McCarty's pickups?
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The PRS McCarty is equipped with McCarty LT humbuckers, providing exceptional clarity and a focused midrange. These pickups deliver a versatile tonal palette, suitable for genres ranging from blues to rock.
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Is the PRS McCarty suitable for advanced players?
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Yes, the PRS McCarty is highly regarded for its build quality and tonal versatility, making it an excellent choice for advanced players seeking a professional-grade instrument.
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Does the PRS McCarty Electric Guitar come with a case?
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Yes, the PRS McCarty Electric Guitar comes with a hardshell case, offering excellent protection for the instrument during transport and storage.
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How does the PRS McCarty handle different playing styles?
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The PRS McCarty's combination of a mahogany body, maple top, and versatile humbuckers allows it to handle a wide range of playing styles, from clean and articulate to rich and overdriven tones.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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Comparable to Gibson R9 at a more affordable price point
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Lightweight and comfortable design enhances playability
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Resonant with impeccable build quality
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Versatile array of tones suitable for various styles
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Excellent sustain similar to a Les Paul
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Great neck feel, comparable to PRS DGT models
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Perfect for players transitioning from Strat or Les Paul
CONS
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Stock wiring may need upgrading for optimal performance
Critic Reviews
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Artist usage
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Used during 1998 on the Walking Into Clarksdale tour
In this rare photo from 1993, Billie Joe Armstrong is seen playing a PRS McCarty Electric Guitar, as shared on Instagram.
In a photo from Philzone, Derek Trucks is seen playing a PRS McCarty Electric Guitar during a performance with the Allman Brothers Band.
at 11:52, Fredrik mentions that Mikael uses this guitar
Myles Kennedy mentions his PRS McCarty Electric Guitar as a guitar he always goes to at home, here In this interview.
Keith Urban has been using a PRS McCarty Electric Guitar with mini zebra humbuckers as a prototype for his upcoming signature model, as evidenced in the image available on Equipboard.
He got two McCarty's in 1995, one was black and the other with a cherry sunburst. The Black McCarty can been seen in Internet Infiltration during The Thing That Should Not Be as well as during 2008 performances. He used the Cherry Sunburst McCarty in performances during 2003-2008
In 1996, Daniel acquired this a PRS McCarty model in black. He didn't use it much at first, only for a couple songs in drop D a night, often Israel's Son. By 1999 this guitar was completely covered in stickers and used on most songs in drop D. There were no set songs he would use this guitar on. He would pick, seemingly at random, whether to use this guitar or his green PRS on a song as they were both in Drop D.
By 2000, the guitar had been re-tuned to drop B for the songs ''One Way Mule'' and ''The Lever''. It is likely this guitar was going to be used heavily on Daniel Johns' scrapped Kyuss inspired album as both ''One Way Mule'' and ''The Lever'' were taken from that album.
This guitar was used frequently until a live performance in Perth on September 24th 2007 when this guitar was used live on stage for the last time in a performance of ''The Lever''.
Due to ''One Way Mule'' and ''The Lever'' being taken off the set-list after that show the guitar disappeared into Daniel Johns' guitar collection. That was until July 14th 2022 where a post was made to Daniel's Instagram page showing Daniel recording guitar for the song ''Where Do We Go?'' The guitar was tuned to drop B implying that the guitar had been kept in that tuning since it was last seen in 2007.
The guitar was then seen again on the 4th of October 2023 when the trailer for ''The Musical Mind: A Portrait In Progress'' was released to youtube and Daniel was seen playing the guitar. The guitar ended up being featured heavily in the film.
Uses a blue version. at 3:02 he says, "...its your standard McCarty model..."
dave uses this guitar for the solo part in the song and in many other parts of the videoclip
In this Youtube Video, Dickey plays a PRS McCarty. He was also a PRS endorser in the 1990s: https://www.pinterest.de/pin/775252523331928509/
Album Usage
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