Paul Reed Smith (PRS) 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi Hollow Limited Edition - Charcoal Cherry Burst

Introducing the 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi-Hollow Limited Edition, celebrating four decades of PRS Guitars. The Custom 24-08 keeps many of the foundational specs as the original Custom – the guitar that started PRS back in 1985 – but adds a new level of versatility with its TCI pickups and EQ mini-toggle switches. This limited-edition instrument also features a semi-hollow body, ziricote fretboard and headstock veneer, and special inlay package.

The 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi-Hollow Limited Edition starts with a “10-top” grade figured maple top, mahogany back and neck, and a ziricote fretboard. This wood combination, along with our thorough wood drying processes, creates a stable and resonant foundation. The addition of semi-hollow construction adds an even fuller organic quality to the tone, while the f-hole also adds an elegant visual touch.

Now made with American alnico and updated build specs, TCI pickups are designed to offer a full, musical sound reminiscent of single-coil and soapbar tones. The dual EQ mini-toggle switches act as tuned high-pass filters when engaged (in the up position), removing shelved low-end and allowing the high frequencies through for more clarity and musical highs.

“The EQ switches were developed with and first featured on the Private Stock John McLaughlin model in 2023. Both John and I felt that they offered a different, but just as versatile, sound that played a significant role in the musicality of that guitar. I am happy that we are now extending this feature into more models.” – Paul Reed Smith

Additional specifications for this instrument include a 24-fret, 25” scale length neck with “old school” birds with outlines designed to feel like home from the moment you pick it up, the PRS Gen III patented tremolo so you can flutter and divebomb, and Phase III locking tuners with wing buttons to keep you in tune without dulling your sound.

Limited to 300 pieces worldwide, this special edition features both traditional design features and new appointments, making it an essential piece for serious musicians and collectors alike. Only 300 of this 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi-Hollow Limited Edition will be available. Hand-signed 40th Anniversary certificate included.

Specifications
Body
Body Construction
Semi-Hollow Body with Single F-Hole
Top Wood
Figured Maple, 10-Top
Back Wood
Mahogany
Top Carve
Violin
Neck
Number of Frets
24
Scale Length
25"
Neck Wood
Mahogany
Neck Construction
One-Piece
Truss Rod
PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape
Pattern Thin
Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret
53/64"
Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret
57/64"
Neck Width at the Nut
1 11/16"
Neck Width at the Body
2 1/4"
Fretboard Wood
Ziricote
Fretboard Radius
10"
Fretboard Inlay
"Old School" Birds with Outlines
Headstock Veneer
Ziricote
Headstock Logo
Pre-Factory Eagle with Outline
Neck/Body Assembly
Neck/Body Assembly Type
Set
Finish
Finish Type
High-Gloss Nitro
Hardware
Bridge
PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen III
Tuners
PRS Phase III Locking Tuners w/ Wing Buttons
Hardware Type
Hybrid
Nut
PRS
Truss Rod Cover
"40th Anniversary Custom"
Electronics
Treble Pickup
TCI
Bass Pickup
TCI
Controls
Volume and Tone Control w/ 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch & Two Mini Toggle EQ Switches
Additional Info
Strings
PRS Signature 10-46
Tuning
Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Case
PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case, D1 with 40th Anniversary Certificate