PRS 40th Anniversary CE24 Special Electric Guitar - McCarty Sunburst

PRS 40th Anniversary CE24 Special Electric Guitar - McCarty Sunburst | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

Commemorating four decades of PRS innovation, the PRS 40th Anniversary CE24 Special is a limited-edition solidbody electric guitar built with exclusive appointments that celebrate Paul Reed Smith's enduring legacy. A figured maple top over a mahogany back, HSH pickup configuration sourced from PRS's flagship Modern Eagle V, and a gloss nitro finish make this one of the most distinctive CE24 variants ever produced. With only a limited number being built, this guitar is a must-play for serious collectors and performers at every Idaho Falls guitar store visit.

Product Overview

The CE24 Special is constructed around a traditional PRS solidbody platform featuring a mahogany back topped with a stunning figured maple cap carved to PRS's signature violin profile. The gloss nitro finish allows the wood to breathe and resonate more freely than a thick polyester coat, contributing to the instrument's lively, open tone. Every visual detail — from the gleaming nickel hardware to the "old school" bird fingerboard inlays and signature headstock decal — reflects the care PRS puts into a true anniversary instrument.

The bolt-on maple neck carries a Pattern Thin profile, delivering a fast, comfortable feel that favors players who like a slim, unobtrusive grip. A scarfed headstock joint adds strength to the neck connection, and the 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with a 10" radius provides a playing surface that's equally suited to chord work and high-register lead lines. The bolt-on heel is shaped to be as unobtrusive as possible, ensuring full access to the upper frets without compromise.

The pickup configuration sets this CE24 Special apart from any standard CE24: dual 85/15 humbuckers in the bridge and neck positions are joined by an NS-01 single-coil in the middle, sourced directly from the PRS Modern Eagle V. A 5-way blade selector and a push-pull Tone control unlock an HSH tonal palette that ranges from glassy, bell-like cleans to thick, harmonically rich lead tones. The PRS patented tremolo and Phase III locking tuners with wing buttons round out the hardware, ensuring tuning stability under heavy use.

Ideal For

• Collectors and enthusiasts seeking a limited-edition PRS guitar with exclusive 40th anniversary appointments
• Versatile gigging musicians who need HSH pickup flexibility across multiple genres from clean jazz to high-gain rock
• Players upgrading to a professional-grade bolt-on electric guitar with premium tonewoods and a gloss nitro finish
• PRS fans in Idaho Falls looking to own a piece of the brand's history before the limited run sells out
• Studio recording artists who need consistent intonation, exceptional note clarity, and a wide tonal range in one instrument

Key Features

Limited-Edition 40th Anniversary Appointments A limited number of these guitars will ever be produced, making the CE24 Special a rare collectible as well as a world-class player's instrument. Exclusive details include the signature headstock inlay, "Special" truss rod cover, and "old school" bird inlays that distinguish it from any standard CE24.

Figured Maple Top over Mahogany Body The violin-carved figured maple top delivers the bright, articulate attack and sustain that maple is prized for, while the mahogany back adds warmth and depth to the low-mids. Together they create the balanced tonal foundation PRS is renowned for, wrapped in a visually striking McCarty Sunburst.

Bolt-On Pattern Thin Maple Neck The scarfed, bolt-on maple neck produces a snappier, more immediate response than a set-neck design, with enhanced high-end definition that suits single-note playing and chordal clarity alike. The Pattern Thin profile keeps the grip fast and fatigue-free across a full performance.

HSH Pickup Configuration — 85/15 and NS-01 The 85/15 humbuckers bring vintage-flavored warmth with exceptional clarity across the full frequency range, while the NS-01 single-coil from the Modern Eagle V adds a glassy, articulate mid-position voice. The 5-way selector and push-pull Tone control expand the tonal possibilities well beyond what a standard two-humbucker layout offers.

PRS Tremolo and Phase III Locking Tuners The PRS patented tremolo is engineered for reliable pitch manipulation and snap-back tuning stability. Phase III locking tuners with wing buttons lock strings quickly at the tuning peg, reducing the string length behind the nut and minimizing tuning drift during and after tremolo use.

Gloss Nitro Finish The gloss nitro lacquer finish is thinner and more porous than modern polyester coatings, allowing the tonewoods to vibrate more naturally and develop a richer resonance over time. It also ages beautifully, taking on a worn character that many players prize on a lifetime instrument.

What's Included

• PRS 40th Anniversary CE24 Special Electric Guitar in McCarty Sunburst
• PRS Premium Gig Bag
• PRS Signature 10-46 strings (factory installed)
• Manufacturer's warranty
• Free standard shipping

Technical Specifications

Get Your Hands on This Electric Guitar Today

The PRS 40th Anniversary CE24 Special is a once-in-a-generation instrument, and with production strictly limited, availability won't last. Stop by No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to play it in person and hear what four decades of PRS craftsmanship sounds like through your fingers. Contact us today or visit our Idaho Falls guitar store to secure yours before they're gone.