PRS SE Silver Sky

Paul Reed Smith (PRS) SE Silver Sky: John Mayer’s Signature Strat-Style Masterpiece

The PRS SE Silver Sky is a collaboration between PRS and John Mayer, reimagining the classic Stratocaster with PRS’s signature innovation and Mayer’s personal touch. Launched in 2018 and updated for 2025 with new finishes like Stone Blue and Dragonfruit, this bolt-on electric guitar is a workhorse for blues, rock, indie, and fusion players across Australia. At AudioShop Australia, we stock the SE Silver Sky in Rosewood and Maple fretboard versions, all ready to deliver addictive playability and tone.

Superior Tone and Playability

The SE Silver Sky captures vintage Strat essence with modern finesse:

• Body: Poplar body with a contoured double-cutaway for lightweight balance (7.5–8.5 lbs) and easy upper-fret access, providing a resonant foundation with crisp highs and punchy mids.
• Pickups: Three 635JM “S” single-coils (neck, middle, bridge) deliver Mayer’s signature glassy cleans, quacky middle positions, and bell-like highs. The 5-way blade switch offers traditional Strat voicings, with the inverted headstock ensuring consistent string length behind the nut for better tuning stability.
• Neck: Bolt-on maple with a 635JM carve (Mayer’s preferred shape) and satin finish for smooth, familiar feel. The rosewood (or maple) fingerboard has an 8.5″ radius, 22 frets, and PRS bird inlays for effortless bends and solos.
• Bridge: PRS M2 tremolo with steel saddles for reliable tuning and expressive vibrato, supporting subtle wiggles or dive-bombs without the complexity of a Floyd Rose.
• Controls: Master volume, tone knob, and 5-way switch for intuitive shaping. The lower tone pot controls the bridge pickup, allowing quick taming of ice-pick highs.

As praised in a 2025 Guitar World review, the SE Silver Sky “nails PRS’s magic—versatile enough for EVH shred to Nile Rodgers funk” . Premier Guitar calls it a “class act” for its “creamy mids and only honky when you want” under $1,000 . Guitar Interactive Magazine notes it’s “the Silver Sky for everyone—less specialized, more affordable, yet exceptional in tone and quality” . The 2025 updates include new colors and maple fretboard options for brighter snap .

Durable and Stylish Design

• Finishes: Stone Blue, Dragonfruit, Moon White, Evergreen, with a multi-ply pickguard and aged nickel hardware for a premium, vintage-inspired look.
• Weight: Approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs, ensuring comfort for long gigs.
• Hardware: Aged nickel, with PRS low-mass locking tuners for precise tuning.
• Build Quality: Bolt-on maple neck, rosewood/maple fingerboard, and contoured poplar body for roadworthy reliability. Includes a gig bag for protection.

Backed by a 2-year warranty, it’s built to tour. Prices range from $849 USD (AUD 1,275) as of September 2025 [web:0, web:9], available at AudioShop Australia with fast delivery.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Poplar, Double-Cutaway
• Neck: Bolt-On Maple, 635JM Carve
• Fingerboard: Rosewood or Maple, 8.5″ Radius, 22 Frets, Bird Inlays
• Pickups: 3x 635JM “S” Single-Coils
• Bridge: PRS M2 Tremolo
• Tuners: PRS Low-Mass Locking
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone (Bridge Control), 5-Way Switch
• Warranty: 2 years

Notes

• Setup Tip: Adjust PRS M2 tremolo for stability; professional setup recommended for Mayer carve optimization. Use medium-gauge strings (e.g., 10–46) for balanced tension. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
• Care Instructions: Store in a gig bag (~$50–$100 AUD) to protect the finish; clean with a soft cloth.
• Compatibility: Works with standard amps; pair with Fender Tone Master for cleans or Mesa/Boogie for high-gain. Test non-PRS pickups for matching.
• Warranty: Register at prsguitars.com for support; verify purchase from authorized retailers like AudioShop Australia.
• Community Feedback: PRS forums highlight its “addictive feel” and “Strat-like versatility with PRS warmth” . Warehouse Guitar Speakers notes the “thick neck and full-sounding pickups make it a monster” .

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