PRS SE NF 53 Electric Guitar - Black Doghair | No Limit Guitar Co
The PRS SE NF 53 electric guitar delivers classic single-coil tone with modern hum-canceling technology, making it ideal for players who demand vintage character without unwanted noise. Built with a resonant swamp ash body and bolt-on maple neck, this guitar captures timeless electric guitar design while incorporating PRS's innovative Narrowfield DD "S" pickups for articulate, powerful sound across all playing styles. Perfect for intermediate to professional guitarists seeking versatile tonal options in a road-ready instrument.
Product Overview
The SE NF 53 features a swamp ash body known for its balanced resonance and natural tonal clarity, finished in striking Black Doghair that showcases the wood's texture beneath. The lightweight construction provides comfort during extended playing sessions while delivering the lively, dynamic response swamp ash is renowned for. The sleek finish combines vintage aesthetics with contemporary durability.
The bolt-on maple neck offers a bright, snappy attack with excellent sustain, complemented by a maple fretboard that adds clarity and definition to every note. With a comfortable 10" radius and 22 medium frets across a 25.5" scale length, this guitar provides effortless playability for lead work, rhythm playing, and everything in between. The bird inlays add PRS's signature elegance to the natural maple fingerboard.
At the heart of this guitar's sonic character are PRS Narrowfield DD (Deep Dish) "S" pickups—hum-canceling humbuckers designed with taller bobbins and additional metal components for focused, powerful tone. These noiseless pickups deliver the articulate low-end, snarl, and twang expected from classic single-coil designs while remaining exceptionally receptive to gain and overdrive. The steel plate-style bridge with brass barrel saddles enhances the guitar's natural resonance and sustain.
Ideal For
- Blues and rock guitarists seeking vintage single-coil tone without hum interference
- Studio musicians recording high-gain parts who need noise-free performance
- Touring professionals requiring reliable, road-worthy instruments with classic aesthetics
- Players transitioning from traditional single-coil guitars who want modern pickup technology
- Guitarists exploring diverse genres from country twang to heavy rock tones
Key Features
PRS Narrowfield DD "S" Pickups
These innovative hum-canceling pickups feature taller bobbins with extra windings and metal components between magnets, delivering focused power and musicality. The "S" variation provides articulate bass response with the characteristic snarl and twang of vintage pickups, all without the typical 60-cycle hum that plagues traditional single-coils.
Swamp Ash Body Construction
Swamp ash delivers exceptional tonal balance with pronounced low-end warmth, clear midrange definition, and sparkling high-end response. The lightweight nature of this tonewood ensures playing comfort while the open grain structure contributes to the guitar's resonant, dynamic voice that responds expressively to your playing dynamics.
Maple Neck and Fretboard
The bolt-on maple neck construction provides bright tonal character with excellent note separation and sustain. Combined with the maple fretboard's smooth playing surface and 10" radius, this neck profile supports fast, comfortable playing whether you're executing intricate lead lines or powerful rhythm chords.
PRS Plate-Style Bridge
The steel plate-style bridge with brass barrel saddles combines materials strategically chosen for optimal tone and sustain. The steel plate adds liveliness and harmonic complexity while the brass saddles contribute warmth and extended note decay, creating a bridge system that enhances the guitar's natural acoustic properties.
Versatile Electronics Configuration
Simple yet effective controls featuring volume and tone knobs paired with a 3-way blade pickup switch allow quick tonal adjustments. This straightforward layout gives you access to both pickups individually or combined, making it easy to dial in everything from crisp, cutting bridge tones to warm, full neck pickup sounds.
What's Included
- PRS SE NF 53 Electric Guitar
- Gig bag
- PRS warranty information
- Factory setup in E Standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Swamp Ash, NF 53 shape |
| Neck | Maple, Bolt-On joint, Natural finish |
| Fretboard | Maple, 10" radius, Birds inlay |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Frets | 22 medium frets |
| Pickups | PRS Narrowfield DD "S" (Bridge & Neck) |
| Electronics | Volume & Tone controls, 3-way blade switch |
| Hardware | Steel plate-style bridge, brass saddles, nickel-plated |
| Tuners | PRS Designed with Wing Buttons |
| Nut | PRS, 1.64" width |
| Finish | Black Doghair |
| Weight | 7.19 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Electric Guitar Today
Experience the PRS SE NF 53's exceptional blend of vintage tone and modern innovation at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can help you explore this guitar's versatile sound palette and find the perfect fit for your playing style. Visit our Idaho Falls guitar store today or contact us to schedule a personalized demo.