The Paul Reed Smith 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition – Faded Blue Jean is a breathtaking tribute to the artistry, innovation, and uncompromising quality that have defined PRS over the past four decades. Created to commemorate the company’s 40th anniversary, this exquisite single-cut model is limited to just 400 pieces worldwide, making it as rare as it is refined. It's a statement instrument, meticulously crafted for discerning players and collectors who value tradition, tone, and attention to detail.
The body is constructed from solid mahogany with weight relief, offering a perfect balance of resonance and comfort. This thoughtful design preserves the warm, full-bodied character PRS single-cuts are known for, while reducing overall weight for a more ergonomic playing experience. The top is a stunning select flame maple, carved in PRS’s signature violin shape and finished in a striking Faded Blue Jean—a finish that shifts between deep denim hues and lighter highlights depending on the light. It’s classic, bold, and endlessly captivating.
Anchoring this instrument is a one-piece mahogany neck, carved to PRS’s Pattern Vintage profile, which offers a substantial, rounded feel reminiscent of golden-era electrics. The rosewood fretboard with binding adds both tonal warmth and a luxurious feel under the fingers, while the Old School Bird inlays evoke the early days of PRS—an elegant nod to their legacy. The 22 frets are easy to navigate along the comfortable 24.594" scale length, offering a perfect blend of playability and tonal snap.
Under the hood, this SC56 features a pair of McCarty III humbuckers, the latest evolution of PRS’s vintage-voiced pickups. These deliver a rich, musical midrange, articulate highs, and a responsive low end, perfect for everything from crystalline cleans to thick, expressive overdrive. The versatile control layout—two volume knobs, two push/pull tone controls, and a 3-way toggle switch mounted on the upper bout—unlocks coil-splitting functionality, giving you single-coil clarity alongside humbucker warmth. It’s a tonal playground designed to keep up with any style or session.
Supporting the tonal engine is PRS’s highly regarded 2-piece cast zinc stoptail bridge, engineered for rock-solid intonation and enhanced sustain. The Phase III vintage-style tuners with wing buttons offer precise tuning with a classic look, while the nickel hardware adds a soft, aged elegance that pairs beautifully with the Faded Blue Jean finish.
Weighing in at a very comfortable 8 lbs 1 oz, this guitar sits effortlessly against the body, whether on stage or in the studio. It comes housed in the rugged and stylish PRS ATA D1 hardshell case, ensuring your investment is protected in style.
The PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition in Faded Blue Jean isn’t just a guitar—it’s a celebration of four decades of innovation, excellence, and artistry from one of the most respected builders in the world. With only 400 examples in existence, this instrument is destined to become a highly coveted piece of PRS history—bold in tone, flawless in feel, and timeless in style.
A few key specifications that contribute to the PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition’s tone and feel are:
- Body Construction Solidbody with Weight Relief
- Top Wood Select Flame Maple Top
- Back Wood Mahogany
- Top Carve Violin
- Number of Frets 22
- Scale Length 24.594"
- Neck Wood Mahogany
- Neck Construction One Piece
- Truss Rod PRS Double Acting
- Fretboard Wood Rosewood with Binding
- Fretboard Inlays Old School Birds
- Neck Shape Pattern Vintage
- Truss Rod Cover "40th Anniversary SC56"
- Bridge PRS 2-Piece Stoptail, Cast Zinc
- Tuners PRS Phase III Vintage Style Tuners with Wing Buttons
- Hardware Type Nickel
- Treble Pickup McCarty III
- Bass Pickup McCarty III
- Controls Two Volume and Two Tone Controls with 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch on Upper Bout
- Case PRS ATA D1
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