PRS Special Semi-Hollow 22 Sprayer's Choice Electric Guitar - Midnight Purple Sparkle | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The PRS Special Semi-Hollow 22 Sprayer's Choice showcases a breathtaking Midnight Purple Sparkle finish personally selected by PRS's master painter as an exceptional example from production. This limited semi-hollow electric guitar combines a chambered mahogany body with single f-hole and select flame maple top, delivering enhanced acoustic resonance and reduced weight without sacrificing the rich, full tone PRS is renowned for. Featuring McCarty III TCI humbuckers flanking a PRS Narrowfield middle pickup, this three-pickup configuration offers exceptional tonal versatility from warm jazz tones to aggressive rock sounds, all housed in a stunning sparkle finish that catches light from every angle.
Product Overview
The Special Semi-Hollow 22 builds its foundation from a chambered mahogany body with a single f-hole design that increases acoustic resonance while reducing weight to a comfortable 6.98 pounds. The select flame maple top showcases dramatic figuring beneath the mesmerizing Midnight Purple Sparkle finish, a unique Sprayer's Choice selection that creates depth and visual movement under stage lights and studio conditions. The high-gloss nitrocellulose finish allows the wood to breathe naturally while providing stunning depth and luster. The violin carve top provides elegant contouring that enhances both aesthetics and playing comfort.
The one-piece mahogany neck features the classic Pattern carve, measuring 7/8" deep at the first fret and 61/64" at the twelfth, providing substantial feel without excessive bulk. The set-neck construction ensures optimal string-to-body energy transfer for enhanced sustain and resonance. The 22-fret East Indian rosewood fingerboard sports a comfortable 10-inch radius with iconic Birds inlays, while the 25-inch scale length delivers familiar string tension for bending and vibrato. At 1 11/16" width at the nut, expanding to 2 1/4" at the body joint, the neck accommodates both intricate lead work and comfortable chord voicings.
The innovative three-pickup electronics package features McCarty III TCI (Tuned Capacitance and Inductance) humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions, renowned for their vintage PAF character with modern clarity and dynamic response. The middle position houses a PRS Narrowfield pickup, a unique single-coil-sized design that delivers bright, articulate tones without the hum associated with traditional single coils. A 5-way blade selector provides classic pickup combinations, while two mini-toggle coil-tap switches unlock single-coil voices from the humbuckers, offering an expansive tonal palette. The PRS Gen III patented tremolo system ensures rock-solid tuning stability, complemented by Phase III locking tuners with distinctive wing buttons and premium nickel hardware throughout.
Ideal For
- Jazz and blues players seeking semi-hollow warmth with humbucker versatility
- Studio session guitarists requiring diverse tonal options in a single instrument
- Collectors of limited Sprayer's Choice finishes and unique PRS instruments
- Professional touring musicians who need lightweight comfort without sacrificing tone
- Rock and fusion players who appreciate the balance between hollow resonance and solid-body sustain
Key Features
Sprayer's Choice Midnight Purple Sparkle Finish
Handpicked by PRS's master painter as an exceptional example, this Sprayer's Choice Midnight Purple Sparkle finish creates stunning visual depth that shifts and sparkles under changing light conditions. The high-gloss nitrocellulose application showcases the select flame maple figuring while delivering a finish that breathes naturally for optimal tonal resonance.
Semi-Hollow Construction with Single F-Hole
The chambered mahogany body with single f-hole design reduces weight to just 6.98 pounds while enhancing acoustic resonance and harmonic complexity. This construction delivers the warmth and air of a semi-hollow guitar while maintaining enough mass for sustain and feedback resistance, bridging the gap between solid and hollow-body instruments.
McCarty III TCI and Narrowfield Pickup Configuration
Dual McCarty III TCI humbuckers provide vintage-inspired PAF warmth with exceptional clarity and note articulation, while the unique Narrowfield middle pickup adds bright, articulate single-coil character without hum. Two mini-toggle coil-tap switches expand the sonic palette to include genuine single-coil voices from the humbuckers.
Pattern Neck Carve with Set Construction
The comfortable Pattern neck profile offers substantial feel measuring 7/8" deep at the first fret, providing excellent grip for chord work while remaining fast enough for lead playing. Set-neck construction maximizes sustain and resonant energy transfer, while the East Indian rosewood fingerboard with Birds inlays delivers smooth fretting and classic PRS aesthetics.
Gen III Tremolo with Phase III Locking Tuners
The PRS Gen III patented tremolo system allows expressive pitch modulation while returning accurately to pitch, even with aggressive use. Phase III locking tuners featuring wing buttons provide quick string changes and rock-solid tuning stability, while premium nickel hardware completes the professional-grade appointment package.
What's Included
- PRS Special Semi-Hollow 22 Sprayer's Choice Electric Guitar in Midnight Purple Sparkle
- D1 molded hardshell case
- PRS Signature strings (.010-.046)
- Certificate of authenticity (Serial number: 0411635)
- PRS warranty documentation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Semi-hollow mahogany with chambering and single f-hole |
| Top | Flame maple, select grade, violin carve |
| Neck | Mahogany, one-piece, set-neck construction |
| Neck Profile | Pattern |
| Neck Depth | 7/8" at 1st fret, 61/64" at 12th fret |
| Fretboard | East Indian rosewood, 10" radius |
| Scale Length | 25 inches |
| Frets | 22 |
| Nut Width | 1 11/16" (1.6875") |
| Neck Width at Body | 2 1/4" |
| Nut Material | PRS proprietary |
| Inlays | Birds |
| Truss Rod | PRS double-acting |
| Neck Pickup | McCarty III TCI humbucker |
| Middle Pickup | PRS Narrowfield |
| Bridge Pickup | McCarty III TCI humbucker |
| Controls | 1 volume, 1 tone, 5-way blade selector, 2 mini-toggle coil-tap switches |
| Bridge | PRS Gen III patented tremolo |
| Tuners | PRS Phase III locking with wing buttons |
| Hardware | Nickel |
| Finish | High-gloss nitrocellulose |
| Color | Sprayer's Choice - Midnight Purple Sparkle |
| Headstock Logo | Signature, inlaid |
| Truss Rod Cover | "Special" |
| Strings | PRS Signature .010-.046 |
| Serial Number | 0411635 |
| Weight | 6.98 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This PRS Electric Guitar Today
Experience this rare Sprayer's Choice PRS Special Semi-Hollow 22 with its stunning Midnight Purple Sparkle finish at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. This exceptional instrument combines lightweight semi-hollow comfort with versatile McCarty III and Narrowfield pickups for unmatched tonal range. Visit our Idaho Falls guitar store today to see the captivating sparkle finish in person and discover why semi-hollow construction is favored by jazz, blues, and rock players alike.