2023 PRS Silver Sky SE Vs Other Silver Sky Models

PRS Silver Sky Se 2023 Maple review and comparison.
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0:00 Intro
1:20 tuners & nut
1:40 the Neck Difference
3:34 PRS Can Improve This
4:30 Body & High Fret Access
5:30 Controls & layout
6:15 Tones
8:04 Strange Bridge
9:22 Bridge Test 1
10:25 Bridge Test 2
11:45 Conclusion

[@andrefludd]

If you like JM you'll love this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4fcqIOYpdJ6rK8

[@enterprisesoftwarearchitect]

Your listeners won’t regret buying a USA Silver Sky … as long as they can scrape the payments together - no remorse here after buying 2 of them. My guitar buddies call it my most playable guitar. I put a Floyd on it … you will need a neck shim … plenty of KZbin videos on it … it is scary hammering the nut off a $2500 guitar … but you can usually fix most problems you create doing it … go for it! For me, it fixed the only thing it lacked - tuning stability if you use the tremolo.

[@josephlerz6889]

I have the rosewood SE and I'm not sure wither I should also have the maple and sell off my Player Series maple strat, I know they sound different, but I just feel the neck and tuning is better on the Silver Sky's.

[@S.Lang7]

Another awesome video! Tom Butwin just had a PRS factory tour at Maryland, in his recent YT video, you can see all the SE guitars coming into Maryland. You can see that PRS opens every single one of them and checks them - correct them if needs to be. So, no wonder they are so good out of the box! In that matter, they are indeed prepared, but not only for KZbinrs but for all of us. Knowing this now, I value the SE line ever more ,since I know that US labor also goes into them as a final QC check!

[@andrefludd]

Hmmm maybe I need to get over to Maryland that would be fun

[@Jrg6se]

That`s awesome!

[@S.Lang7]

They have a recording studio and they are super nice. I am sure you can demo/film whatever you are interested in. Unfortunatly the public factory toor has been closed since covid, but at least we have access trough you guys!@@andrefludd

[@daniellowry660]

​@andrefludd can we do a group field trip lol. See if you can get a couple patreons to head over too

[@eddiejr540]

@@andrefludd…Andre, I actually live about 30mins from the PRS factory !!!

[@andreaberlin-fish9419]

I have a PRS SE standard 24, so it has a gloss finish neck and I honestly adore it. I don't know how they do it vs other guitar makers, but the gloss finish on PRS necks never seem to bother me or feel sticky or anything. It would definitely be cool to see more satin neck finishes options in the future from them, but whatever they're doing with their gloss finishes it's caused no problems for me where other brands' gloss necks do.

[@nezmet]

Dude. I have to say. After years and years of not playing like I should and now getting back into living and breathing guitar... you're channel has quickly become an extremely important resource for me. When I search up anything I want to look into and I see you pop up I get thrilled because I know the video will have all the details and solid advice. Thank you!

[@stauffrt2]

Thanks for another thoughtful review Doc!

[@YoJimbo0321]

I just found your channel and went through a bunch of videos. Recently, I've been digging through KZbin and reddit/forums for more in-depth info on kinda niche topics such as noiseless single coils with little to no compromise in tone (like the Fishman Fluence and Zexcoil offerings), and ergonomics/playability (like the Perfomaxe and Abasi ēmi videos). I was surprised to find many of those various questions answered all at once, in greater detail and clarity than I've been able to find anywhere else, here on your channel. You have a pretty unique thing going with your approach to guitar analysis and reviews, with the way your content has a heavy emphasis on those kinds of pragmatic elements, while still touching upon the more traditional concerns like tone, price/value, and so on, like in this video. Personally, I'm already getting a lot of value out of your content (the Performaxe is exactly the kind of thing I've been thinking of/looking for, and I signed up for the email waiting list for it after watching that video), and I think it fills a sorely needed niche of approaching reviews of the actual guitars with an analytical mindset that, on my other favorite guitar-centric channels, is typically reserved mostly for content about other gear, like pedals, amps, and plugins. I wish you luck and hope the channel gets the growth and attention it deserves. - As a side note, have you tried any asymmetrical neck profiles apart from the Abasi Concepts guitars? For example, something like the Wolfgang neck profile on Warmoth necks, or the SlimTaper profile on the Epiphone Les Paul Modern. I'm curious to see how you would feel about those, as I have seen you mention a preference for fatter necks in a few videos like this one, but you seemed to like the Abasi ēmi neck a lot. I've seen practically nothing but positive responses from people who have tried those kinds of asymmetrical neck profiles, with the caveat that the nut width can affect the feel of the shape closer to the nut, and it's something I'd want to keep in mind for future purchases/builds.

[@andrefludd]

Thanks for your comment :). It’s much appreciated! I’ve tried only 1 extremely asymmetrical neck but I didn’t have anything nice to say about the neck or the guitar so I only put it on Patreon. It’s a topic I want to go more into and I have ideas but it would require a sponsor like Warmoth. We shall see!

[@Bryan-ct2qm]

Always love the details you go into. That switch on the SS SE is SPECIAL, especially in the price range.

[@daniellowry660]

Awesome review again Andre. My big hang-ups with the SE Silversky (rosewood) vs the core Silver sky were the satin neck and electronics. To me the thin satin finish on the se was too thing and felt ruff on my hand. Not painful but enough to feel sticky the longer I played. The other issue I had was the pickups sounded more compressed compared to the us counter part. I still found both versions incredibly fun to play but in a shootout I fell in love with PRS Fiore. It just had a little more of that PRS DNA in it. The pickups were a little quackier and I loved the versatility of the hss layout combined with the ability to activate the neck pickup in any position. I think it worked better for me just because my main guitar is a USA Tremonti so I didn't need a more low end focused singlecoil sound like the Silver Sky. Also the neck is so nice. Right in between my 06 Tremonti (Wide Fat), and my 07 main. Tremonti (Wide Thin same carve as thr Holcomb) but just a little narrower so it was still a comfortable handshake type profile but also very quick. Plus, the10 in radius also helps fill in the gaps. It too has a very thinly finished neck but felt smoother than the se Silver sky so it felt as fast if not faster than my glossed prs necks.

[@thejuggernaut5327]

I have a 22’ JM SE. I love the look of Rosewood

[@joeporter4616]

Thanks, Thats a really good video and I was looking for a "Strat" like guitar, you sold me.

[@andrefludd]

Glad I could help!

[@joeporter4616]

Thank You@@andrefludd

[@Henriktranoy]

I have two signature PRS SE, Åkerfeldt and Holcomb (the first), both partly bought because of the satin finish xD (Actually, I have 3 SEs, Pauls guitar, bought it despite being glossy. Still in love with it nearly a year after purchase!)

[@Atlasworkinprogress]

Hey Andre I would really love to see this same sort of series about PRS's CE line. It doesn't get a ton of press, but their Bolt On USA models (especially the Semi-Hollow) seem really cool.

[@martianmurray]

Just from looks that’s my favorite JM too, glad to hear it also has a thinner neck which I tend to prefer.

[@wikolib6821]

More valuable info on the SS SEs. Thanks. A local store has a bunch and I was looking at a 2024 (2023 F serial number) overland grey/maple and a 2023 (2022 E serial number) evergreen/rosewood. The grey/maple had too much grain on the fretboard and what looked like a large water spot on the second fret. The evergreen/rosewood just didn't click for me and the neck dots were kind of light. I looked at several and ended up getting a 2024 nylon blue/maple (the exact guitar you demoed) and a 2023 dragon fruit/rosewood. They were on sale (a PRS sale that actually ended in December) but the owner gave me the 679 sale price on the blue and 10% off the dragon fruit because he only had one. They're setting them up for me for possible pick up today. They definitely needed set up because they had been sitting in the warehouse in the gig bags in the boxes, humidity controlled but not temperature controlled (S. AZ ) The store has a 14 day return policy, so I'll see how they look and play set up. Number one is a good straight neck. They have a very good repair shop so the setup should be perfect. It will be interesting to see the difference in the 2023 and 2024 necks as you outlined. May keep both or may sell one, we'll see. The Players I tried had some sharp fret ends and the necks were harder for me to play. The number one criterion for me is a great, easy to play neck.

[@TVsBen]

The way that super small differences in neck carves are always immediately noticeable amazes me. I know you've put up that image of the homunculus and that explains why, but still...humans are pretty amazing.

[@andrefludd]

I should have used it again in this video. Always new viewers. Thanks for your comment :)

[@CatmanJimbo]

Haven't yet had a chance to play a Silver Sky, but the Sterling (and by extension if you have the money, I assume the EBMM version) Cutlass and various Schechter strats have all felt really nice to me.

[@lunamatic9775]

I am definitely not in the market for another S-style guitar, but I have picked up at least 3 different SEs in the stores on different occasions and they have always felt very high quality and worth the money. Great video as always!

[@dennisseuferling7236]

I am so glad you are still doing videos. You are my fave you tube content creator

[@andrefludd]

Thank you :)

[@ronenbeniaminov6162]

what a beautiful sound. what effects did you use at bridge test 1?

[@brandonbryson3317]

Satin is way better, but I don’t really make a fuss over gloss if it’s well done.

[@timcastle165]

I LOVE a satin neck!! SO GOOD!!! Awesome video as always!!!!

[@puntodelectura]

It'd be nice to see you try a G&L Comanche, with the Z-Coils that technically are humbuckers but kinda sorta wanna operate as single coils (it's a precision bass stratocaster hybrid for those who are not familiar). I'd be cool to see two evolutions of the original compare.

[@cjhenry41]

In that price range, for something readily available, I think so. Also the $900 Yamaha S-styles are epic.

[@thesmellycatjazz]

In that price range the Nick Johnston Traditional is in there, which is an undercover shredder guitar with a nice satin roasted maple neck and ebony board (which is the only version I'd buy)

[@andrefludd]

I like the looks of it, but the tele looks more my speed. Hopefully I’ll get one before the end of the year

[@jasonmizuno6117]

Andre, I would love you to review Dusty Waring's signature guitar the PRS DW CE24. It has a satin neck and some awesome pick-ups in it with a really cool look.

[@MashaT22]

I prefer gloss, but that’s probably because I don’t have sweaty palms. For people who have sweaty palms, they might prefer satin. I don’t dislike satin, but I usually feel more comfortable with a good slick gloss.

[@k-ondoomer]

You've quickly become my favorite guitar review channel. I've been looking for warwick rockbass reviews and every single reviewer is just " wow I love the colors and it plays well cool! Here's my affiliate link! Thanks for sending me this sweet water!" I get it , man's gotta make his money I'm a grown man too, but no one speaks about heel joints, contouring, ergonomics, quality and longevity of parts, electronics, all the things that come up in long term usage and play. Thanks for going into depth with these things

[@NedJeffery]

I have an SE HB2 and S2 Custom24, both with gloss necks. As well as an SE Mark Holcomb SVN with satin neck. I prefer the satin, but most of the time once you start playing in earnest it doesn't matter.

[@1scooterpilot1]

Doc, I just picked up the exact same model/color PRS SE. I also own the Rosewood PRS SE and the Core Model. I'm going to do the same mod to the maple SE that I did to the Rosewood SE. That is drop the string height at the nut. Other than that one mod I'm pleased with the new maple SE. I'll be curious to see how the fret board on the maple SE wears since it has little to no finish on the neck/fretboard

[@andrefludd]

Sounds like we are on the exact same wavelength. Always good to find proof I"m not crazy lol

[@y007p3]

I know it’s really common to have high nuts on new guitars. It’s apparently done on purpose…But to me, the rationale for this makes little sense.

[@bobbyarthur8809]

USA SS locking tuners are a direct fit , I did that to mine and have both the core SS and the SE - love em both but could have bought four SE gits for price of the core - actually the Zack Meyers single cut semi hollow has a satin neck In SE line as well long before the SS SE , thing is core or se if you play em a lot that satin starts to polish out from hand .. also ya 6 screw bridge is great and prefer over SE two point trem … I yanked out a spring on SE .. also both stay in tune really well . I have the core action set lower than the se … great guitars with out a doubt .. great review as well !!

[@ojoaoflores]

Satin is always preferred. I and my gloss finished necks sanded with fine steel wool to get rid of the gloss.

[@jonkomatsu8192]

Wow, the neck's specs sound the most interesting. An odd, 8.5 (?!) inch radius? More than the standard Fender factory radiai of 7.34 and 9.5. Am curious as to the overall feel. Great review, sir! Happy weekend all! 🎸🎶🤙

[@Tallguyband]

Great video. My band mate has a core Silver Sky. I love the neck and the playability but I don’t care for the pickups. They don’t seem to handle gain well beyond light edge of breakup and the 60 cycle hum is off the charts. I’m curious if others have had similar experience, also curious if my nitpicks apply to the SE version which I’ve not yet tried.

[@Robstafarian]

Some of these have pretty thick necks with low overall weights, which I posted yesterday in a comment which it seems KZbin did not actually accept because I included a link to a particular guitar at Wildwood Guitars (who measure every neck in stock); if I recall correctly, that guitar's neck ranged from .870" to .980" and weighed less than seven pounds.

[@MicahRocksOfficial]

I just picked up this version in the exact same color you have. Man, I can't put this guitar down. Absolutely love it 🙌🔥 And I 100% prefer the light satin neck finish.

[@andrefludd]

Me too! Glad you like it

[@ludvanlazarz]

The two post trem is also strange to me, but I think it has to do with PRS new routine on the core models to drill the 6 points through the body so that - if they were to break, they can be replaced. They are then cut from underneath so that they dont poke out. In other word the height of them are set perfect and will never have to be touched. To do that on the SE with the inferior bridge, maybe the 2 point is a better option IF the trem is going to be decked AND not have to be as carefully drilled and installed. Just my guess. The 2 posts will not break if height adjusted but the 6 screws with notches will. Dont get me wrong - i prefer the 6 point design - but this is probably easier to get Absolutely right at the factory. Another bet is the poplar might behave different than alder to drill.

[@eddiejr540]

Satin neck for the win…I’ve yet to try one of these…gotta fix that soon👍

[@norseman61]

I have heard MANY people say they prefer the SE version over the core at any price. I haven’t tried either yet because I’m already happy with my Schecter Nick Johnston HSS. Hell, I’m happy with my 23 year old Squier Standard Strat! I am curious about the Silver Sky, though.

[@gregweilersbacher8883]

Nice review as always. I own a PRS CE24 and it is hands-down better than other brands. I also own a 2003 Korean PRS soapbar model. Although I have not played the Silver Sky yet, I’m very inclined toward buying one since PRS quality control is (whether USA made or Korean) is far above other brands. Thank you for the review.

[@nolatone]

I just bought an NF53 which I believe has the same finish as the Silver Sky (at least on the neck). I played a SS SE and Core at GC a few days ago, and decided I didn't need a non Strat Strat, but I did note differences between the SE and Core versions. Sitting here playing this NF53 (core) and recalling what the SE neck felt like, I have a couple of things to say: 1) For the price the SE is pretty great, and it sounded close enough to the core to not make the core worth the extra money...based on the sound. But 2) The finish on these core necks (and the body of my NF53 as well) is something special, and over time I won't notice the extra money spent on the core, but everytime I pick it up I enjoy the luxurious feel. So, my take is, for me at least, if I'm able, I'm going for the core. Life is TOO short!

[@isaiahj117]

The SE Silver Sky is an amazing guitar. I will change the tuner to locking tuners which cost around $70-90 dollars.

[@enterprisesoftwarearchitect]

I liked the USA Silver Sky so much I bought one for my brother-get it on credit, you won’t regret it. I installed a Floyd Rose on mine myself … had to use a neck shim to get the action back. Found Neil Schon’s tech beat me to being the first to do it. The “quack” tone of the bridge is why I had to have a single coil … it’s AWESOME! Got that Scorpions’ “Wind of Change” tone now. You won’t regret buying it on credit or in cash - PRS’s last forever and don’t even lose value (like I would ever sell mine … no way!).

[@kevinp_25]

I bought a Silver Sky SE from Sweetwater but it had a weird neck issue so it got returned. Might get another one at some point though.

[@andrefludd]

Gotta love the Sweetwater customer service

[@flaitom]

Hey man! Love your videos, and I think a video like the “best strat on the market” where you compare a Core Silver Sky, A Music Man Cutlass, An American Ultra luxe Fender and a USA Nick Johnston model from Schecter, or something like that idk, but i’d really like to see your take on the MM Cutlass.

[@andrefludd]

I’d love to do that down the line as well. I just have to find the funds or sponsors to help make it happen

[@kylescouten8515]

I think I prefer satin if I’m trying to play fast. I don’t perform on stage or anything though, so I don’t really get sweaty when I play in my room, so gloss doesn’t really bother me much either. I just go for whatever feels comfortable. I have two gloss finish guitars and one satin.

[@WilliamJOHNSONJR]

As for the stamped steel saddles ? I read from a maybe not reliable source, the Hendrix preferred the stamped steel saddles on his guitars ... So there is that influence

[@tonys2189]

I've had an SE custom 24-08 for a month. I'm in love with my guitar but the onliy thing I don't like is the back of the neck sticky feel. I have very sweaty hands and normally I play my PRS for less than an hour, and then I move to my old Chinese bad quality Tele copy which has a satin finish. I much prefer the PRS neck but I really wish I could play it for longer.

[@hadin101]

Funny thing is I went to buy one and the store had 3 of them and all 3 felt completely different. Two of them had fatter necks and the fretboard edges were sharp and one had a tinted colored neck and the fretboard edges were nicely rolled. Has anybody else seen inconsistent feeling silver skys? I did ask if any of them were older but they said all 3 of them came in at the same time.

[@wikolib6821]

I experienced the a similar thing with the SS SEs. One 2022 evergreen/rosewood I tried had what looked like a roasted neck.

[@zoomzoom3950]

great demo, playing and tones. I'm just not a PRS player. I prefer gloss necks on my hardtails (Ibanez) and floating trem (Jackson) guitars; my favorite guitar model (EBMM Kaizen 6) has a roasted maple neck, satin finish...but it just works great for me.

[@scrub8423]

I'd love to see you to a short-scale experiment at some point. I primarily play 24" scale models because with my very short fingers it just makes everything more comfortable ergonomically for me, but as a result my choice in instruments have been reduced to basically just Fenders. I'd love to see somebody take a further look and see if there are any good alternative brands out there since Fender seems to have a chokehold on that particular part of the guitar market because after countless hours searching I'm yet to find a solid competitor.

[@andrefludd]

Great idea. I think I'd make it a bit different though. Maybe include smaller scale and larger scale to see what we can learn. From both ends of the spectrum. You've got my wheels turning buddy!

[@WilliamJOHNSONJR]

As a fellow 24" scale length fan ... I hear you . What I would suggest trying (and buying while they are still available) is the slightly longer (24.75" scale) Squier Strat-O-Sonic . I got a very sweet one (from Sweetwater) that all I needed to do , was to take it out the box, and play ! I did re-string with .008's and went to a really cool inexpensive vintage style locking tuner ($44 on Amazon) I much prefer it to my overpriced Player Mustang P90 ... No provision for noiseless operation (no RWRP pickup on the Mustang ) and the SOS has cool series & out of phase wiring ... For half the price ! Great fretwork too, on the SOS. My Mustang sprouted bad over the winter, don't know if the SOS will as I bought it this summer...

[@sluys1999]

Satin finish for me✌️

[@daniellowry660]

@4:00 you should've asked for the SE Zach Myers then. Best satin neck I've ever tried. Took the already great wide fat neck profile and made it that much better

[@andrefludd]

The only thing is I’m not a big single cut guy 🤔. I know, I don’t like single coils, I don’t like single cuts, I’m hard to please 😅

[@daniellowry660]

@@andrefludd I totally get that. I'm not a strat or tele guy. But man is Paul trying to change my mind lol

[@GlenCraytonJr]

@andrefludd how would you compare the silver sky se to the PRs DGT se? 😮 lol. Thanks

[@andrefludd]

Hard to compare. Different pickups, necks, scale lengths. They’re just totally different guitars. If you like single coils are the obvious choice but if you like humbuckers then it’s the DGT. The DGT also has nice split sounds.

[@etagsibuna]

I wonder if it’s just the maple neck that is different. I’ve seen comments go both ways on that.

[@dj_tmc]

I have a 2022 PRS CE, and I *love* its satin neck. I haven't tried it side by side with this guitar, so I can't speak to this one.

[@picksalot1]

I prefer a satin neck finish, and it's a easy mod to get rid of a sticky feel. But, I also have some guitars with a gloss neck that don't feel sticky at all. 🤷

[@TeensierPython]

Just got a single cut McCarty SE. now I suppose I need to get the PRS version of the strat? Then I need to find an acoustic next..

[@andrefludd]

You have the McCarty! I think the split tones on there are more than enough for most people

[@TeensierPython]

@@andrefludd probably right. It’s the single cut. So I definitely need another guitar. Maybe an American fender. Or still the silver sky. Cause, always need another guitar!

[@1alb]

I have a ‘moon white’ first release SE Silver Sky and a ‘piano black’ second edition. The neck on the piano black is thicker, which for me, is better. Also, the quality overall on the second edition is superior to the first ones. I’ve never got on with Fenders, the Silver Sky’s are great guitars. Let’s face it, they’re all kit guitars really, slapped together with screws and bits and pieces of basic materials.

[@WilliamJOHNSONJR]

Nice SRV piece there ...

[@thomask9577]

I like PRS quality, but I prefer a slimmer neck. I sold my SE Silver Sky and SE McCarty 594 because of this.

[@bigfatemails]

Satin finishes on everything. So much nicer to play

[@martyshwaartz971]

If only they would do this on their les Paul style guitars

[@TheRobertEnglish]

Definitely like the feel of a satin finish neck! Heavy finishes feel sticky and slow.

[@synonyx]

I own both. They are 85% the same. Pickups sound pretty much the same. The biggest difference is the neck and feel. The neck on the core feels better to me, but I did some work to my SE to roll the fingerboard edges and polished the frets. Feels better than a fender player at the same pricepoint. The hardware on the SE feels cheaper too. But at that pricepoint of the SE, you won't find a better strat style.

[@simonpark843]

I personally prefer satin finishes on the backs of necks...and on maple fretboards too, for that matter.

[@Prajnana]

Personal preference; I don't care for the "almost naked" feel of the neck on the new, maple FB SE Silver Sky. Seriously reminded me of the feel of a Squier Sonic neck.

[@duncandistortion]

It has a reverse headstock.

[@electrikjam7661]

The two point Trem was John's choice. For a guy that really doesn't use the trem, he was very specific about it! It came down to the JM and the Nick Johnston for me, and the NJ won only because the neck is flatter. The NJ also has jumbo frets. It looks like a Strat, but it is more like a Suhr. While the JM looks like a Strat, but it is better than a Fender. At least to me. It kills a Mexi Fender to me. And you CAN go a little crazy with the trem! the JM I played held tune really well!

[@andrefludd]

I def need to try the NJ strat and the humbucker in the front tele. You know I love me a flat fretboard and the one thing I don’t love about the silver sky is the radius. I’ve actually been looking at a few Schecters lately. I may get that new one with the crazy humbucker when it’s in stock.

[@christopherhorton4634]

@@andrefludd The Triad! Yes, I'm very interested in that too. Also, I just broke out my NJ and played along to some Continuum. Thanks! Lol. I haven't played these songs in years. "I don't trust myself.." is still my favorite track. Love it love it love it!

[@OddMusician]

I prefer gloss finishes but I’m an unusually sweaty person. Smoother satin can get slippery for me. I bet 80% of players prefer that objectively smooth satin feel.

[@zerolight9420]

Same bridge as the PRS Fiore

[@christianwalsh7082]

My se silver sky is an objectively better and easier to play guitar than my custom strat in terms of ergonomics and sounding super stratty. But then it does have a different vibe and well, the custom shop strat has a mojo you just can’t put a finger on……. I’m happy with both!

[@austin33785]

Try a music man cutlass.

[@MrTequilalala]

The should release a left handed version. Paul McCartney, Jimmi Hendrik, Kurt Cobain, Dick Dale & Albert King would appreciate it. And me to 😂

[@tbone2451]

My somewhat short fingers might not like a fat neck.

[@erikpeterson778]

I've been playing since the mid nineties. I don't get the "gloss necks are sticky" thing. Satin necks are sticky! This meme is so popular it's become hard to find gloss necks on a lot of brands 😒

[@synns6898]

PRS just make the best mass production guitars full Stop. I’ve had USA gibsons and fenders and PRS is a whole level above them but for the same price.

[@MelodyMaker218]

I prefer satin neck

[@abrigospardos]

As far as I'm concerned, Fender Japan makes the best strats. Then again, this is just my biased, personal opinion and I don't expect everyone to agree, of course.

[@BostonWhoFan515]

Dre, if the rosewood and maple fretboard Silver Sky SE's are two different models, then you'd have to think the same with the Core rosewood/malpe models. Therefore, based on your thinking, wouldn't there be 4 models? And if so, wouldn't that mean that you only tried 3 out of 4, and not "them all?" 🤔😆 I'm just playing, bro! I'm not being an douche by any stretch of the imagination. It does make sense, though! I was just compelled to comment when you said you tried them all but haven't reviewed a maple board Core model yet. The SE SS is a great guitar. I own one myself. I love the channel, bro! Cheers!👍

[@bonerici]

why 8.5? Why? Even fender is making them 9.5. That makes them so much harder to play for me.

[@andrefludd]

Mayer likes it round. The core model has 7.25! Insane lol

[@StupidGuitar]

I would agree in principal but I actually have no issue with the radius in my SS SE

[@bonerici]

I have massive respect for anyone playing a round neck. It ups the difficulty by so much and I'm not good enough. give me flatter neck tks. How do they even bend? @@andrefludd

[@robertlucas9867]

I don’t know why but I found certain chords or licks for me are easier on a rounder neck. Same with the 10” necks on PRS Custom feels right for other stuff. I have smaller hands and wrapping my thumb is easier too on Silver Sky. I don’t like it super flat because for some reason it hurts my fingers.

[@StupidGuitar]

@@bonerici let’s be clear… I am NOT good :)

[@BenBreard]

A gloss finish on a neck is like a horrible tar pit for my thumb. No thank you!

[@Hickalum]

Satin on the back. High gloss on the fingerboard.

[@JayKughan]

You're confused about about why the bridge is not the standard PRS trem bridge? Why are you confused? It's a signature model & that's probably what the artist who put his signature on the guitar wanted. Why would you be confused about alternate appointments on a "signature" model? Common sense, no? 🍻

[@andrefludd]

the core model has the 6 screw bridge and John Mayer plays 6 screw bridges even when it’s fender. So why would they make a new bridge that isn’t the artist’s preference that also isn’t on any other guitar when they already make the type of bridge he plays.

[@markuyehara7880]

The mystery is why John Mayer put a trem on his budget signature model that's objectively worse for his style of playing. That makes it less of a signature model and more of a variant that appeals to different types of players.

[@JayKughan]

@@andrefludd & @markuyehara7880 Well, it's a fact that if the artist didn't want/approve it, then it wouldn't be there. Having said that, Paul Smith is a stickler for details & tends to have a reason for everything he does. So, it's either John wants it or Paul rationalised it.

[@flogginga_dead_horse4022]

satin for sure...

[@elephantfootrisers]

Neck on se did not have rolled edges. Deal breaker.

[@markuyehara7880]

How many guitars in this price range have rolled edges? Besides, if this is such an issue for you, just roll it yourself with some fine grit sandpaper. It doesn't take very long and it's never impacted resale value for me.

[@elephantfootrisers]

@@markuyehara7880 Squire Classic Vibe Strat for half the price.

[@Yogi231faza]

Radius 8.5"👎😕,....... Min.10"

[@funkyfurballs1078]

While they sound great, I can't get past the looks of the neck and headstock.

[@WilliamJOHNSONJR]

NO ... In answer to the clikbait title (but I did clik, so)

[@andrefludd]

😂😂 hopefully I earned your click after the fact

[@leehenderson8132]

Please dont insult us all by teying to compare a real.silver sky ti an Indonesia special.PLEASE DUDE.THERE US NO COMPARISON.SO...... SSHH.

[@gregorylumpkin2128]

No, they don't.

[@1997Ghost]

no. they don't

[@SD-cl5mj]

The guitar is ok, not s big fan of the tuners, they feel like a plastic lawn chair in the back yard, yes there plastic

[@simonpieman1653]

Plastic tuners are horrible 🤮

[@iancurrie8844]

No, not even close.

[@EM-km8em]

And yet another PRS sponsor.. no it does not make the best strats

[@markuyehara7880]

It's debatable whether PRS makes the best Strats but it's certainly not Fender.

[@StupidGuitar]

Bud. Watch the video. He bought this guitar.

[@martinwright1575]

This PRS Silver Sky SE or a Fender Player series strat?