The celebration of PRS’s 40th anniversary continues with one of the most exclusive instruments of the year: the 40th Anniversary Special Semi-Hollow Limited Edition. Even better — this ultra-rare guitar has already arrived at our store and is available right now.

This stunning run is limited to just 280 pieces globally, making it not only a phenomenal musical instrument but a true collector’s item.

Unmatched Versatility Meets Premium Craftsmanship

The Special Semi-Hollow 40th Anniversary elevates the classic PRS formula with an incredibly flexible tonal platform.
Featuring PRS McCarty III treble and bass pickups paired with a proprietary PRS Narrowfield in the middle, this model offers 12 unique pickup combinations thanks to the 5-way blade switch and two mini-toggles.

Whether you’re after shimmering single-coil clarity or thick, expressive humbucking tones, this guitar handles it effortlessly. The semi-hollow construction with an F-hole adds openness, resonance, and a dynamic response that inspires creativity.

Exceptional Tonewoods for a Landmark Model

This limited edition features a selection of woods rarely seen outside of high-end custom builds:

• Artist Grade Figured Maple top
• Black Limba back and one-piece neck
• Honduran Rosewood fretboard and headstock veneer

Finished in high-gloss nitro and adorned with “Old School” bird inlays and a Pre-Factory eagle headstock logo, this guitar pays homage to early PRS history.

A Collector’s Dream — A Performer’s Instrument

Along with its high-end appointments, each guitar includes:

• PRS Gen III Tremolo
• PRS Phase III Locking Tuners
• PRS Signature strings
• A hand-signed 40th Anniversary Certificate

We have secured only a very limited number of these guitars, and once they’re gone — they’re gone forever.

SPECIFICATIONS 

BODY

Body Construction: Semi-Hollow
Top Wood: Artist Grade Figured Maple
Back Wood: Black Limba
Top Carve: Violin

NECK

Number of Frets: 22
Scale Length: 25”
Neck Wood: Black Limba
Neck Construction: One Piece
Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape: Pattern
Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret: 7/8”
Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret: 61/64”
Neck Width at the Nut: 1 11/16”
Neck Width at the Body: 2 1/4”
Fretboard Wood: Honduran Rosewood
Fretboard Radius: 10”
Fretboard Inlay: “Old School” Birds with Outlines
Headstock Veneer: Honduran Rosewood
Headstock Logo: Pre-Factory Eagle with Outline

NECK/BODY ASSEMBLY

NBA Type: Set

FINISH

Finish Type: 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 Special”

ELECTRONICS

Treble Pickup: PRS McCarty III
Middle Pickup: PRS Narrowfield
Bass Pickup: PRS McCarty III
Controls: Volume & Tone Controls with 5-Way Blade Pickup Switch & Two Mini-Toggle Coil-Tap Switches

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Strings: PRS Signature, 10-46
Tuning: Standard (6-String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Included Accessories: PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case, D1, 40th Anniversary Certificate
Finishes: Faded Whale Blue (Natural Back), Yellow Tiger

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