Why I Chose the PRS CE24 over the Custom 24

I went in to buy a Core Custom 24 and left more than satisfied with the CE24 and recommend that many do!

[@Jaundice__]

I love my 2020 CE 24. Very versatile, plugged into my 5150 III- it’s instant tone city, and I’m the mayor.

[@Cognitoman]

Don’t lie your a dentist

[@CesarHuescaMusic]

Great review man! I think your put on the CE 24 is the most objective I've seen so far. Thanks!

[@marksesl]

I have a ruby red CE and love it. I took it to a club so the guitarist there could try it out, and I just sit out in the audience getting the full effect. It sounded fabulous...a perfect full balanced sound with the rest of the band.

[@jdl2180]

i just bought a used one, it was the best guitar for the money that I could find.

[@TheMjriley5150]

I bought that exact guitar in May. In June, I bought a second one in Amber burst! These are great working guitars, love the unfinished necks and the comfortable weight. I sold two DGTs in favor of these.

[@dereksorensen8019]

I’ve got one in mccarty sunburst preordered, I’m stoked to say the least.

[@jasonhughes5219]

I own this same CE and a Custom 22 core. The core has more girth in the tone mainly because of the thicker body However, the CE is extremely comfortable. I replaced the pick up rings, tuners and toggle to black. These are a beast.

[@stewarttomkinson3356]

I’m a lefty all the PRS as I find have glued in necks 24 custom or 85-08

[@mustangmike89]

How is this your only video?! Ready to go buy a CE now.

[@trenthays7]

Bro, check reverb for some used PRS guitars. They aren’t cheap lol.

[@daveg4236]

Disagree. You have to dig bit you can find them. I've picked up some great deals

[@amilkrueger2458]

Yeah not sure where you got your info but the PRS line holds it’s value just as good if not better than Fender or Gibson. You have to weigh apples to apples.

[@podfuk]

As formal owner of '94 CE-24 and current owner of '96 Cu-22 I agree. To me hard tail Cu-22 is better choice, but it is a kind of one trick pony. Ont other hand Ce-24 is multitool of guitars and I love the new shellower carve, way more comfortable than violin carve for sure!

[@daveywiles6412]

ive owned a few prs custom 24s...i never really enjoyed the CE models ..dont get me wrong they are top notch but i love the set neck custom 24

[@marcelpacheco7878]

Well done.

[@ssguernsey]

I've been gigging with my '93 CE-24 for over 25 years. Refretted twice, new nut, new saddles, new tuners - still my main guitar. Highly recommended!

[@Stev0BabaGhanoush]

My CE made me a believer in PRS. Absolutely love it!

[@OscarBenben]

Dude for someone that’s not professional and that plays as a hobby you have a better collection than most of us 😂

[@jesse_cole]

I am eight minutes in, and this dude hasn’t made one comparison between the ce and the custom 24... cursor drifting in the direction of the next video...

[@srh361]

Agreed

[@wp2844]

agree

[@RoachMcToast]

Yeah despite many of the comments pointing to the contrary, I really don’t see any kind of an argument here as to why the CE 24 is supposedly “better”. All I’m seeing is “ I saved some money”.

[@markbravo1987]

Fully agree. This guy doesn't know what is really up. NEXT.

[@musicspeaks1074]

Agree...usually POSER TALK TO MUCH.

[@ronnienose8608]

Great guitar. The music is a little distracting, the drums and cymbals irritate after a while.

[@JohnMcGrady]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@SecondsFromEternity]

Haha! It was fine until you pointed it out...thx 😂

[@ricklewis5804]

Ronnie Nose Yeah, bothered me too but had no problem hearing the words

[@JB19504]

I just purchased a PRS Custom 24-08. Hopefully it will be delivered today. Aquamarine Pattern Thin Neck.

[@00xanawolf00]

Bottom line: You can't go wrong with ANY model PRS. My advice? If you can buy the $3500 set-neck models, do it; it's an heirloom piece, and it will never let you down with its legendary tuning stability and intonation. But if you're like me and struggling every other day, grab the model you can AFFORD now and save your gig money for the big brother model.

[@musenw8834]

The standard 24s. Can't go wrong 🥺

[@raytorvalds3699]

Gorgeous PRS ! That one is really triggering my GAS. Congrats !

[@davidvallo7714]

I just bought that exact same guitar a week ago.....absolutely love it. Great guitar

[@HauntedGuitarMan]

I really like your review style. I'm a gear nerd so we like talking. Make more vids. I think you've convinced me to get ce.

[@Jaundice__]

You won’t be disappointed, I love mine. Very versatile, feels good in your hands.

[@PaulChoate-s4v]

I doubt the satin neck is a cost saving feature as you mentioned. Satin polyurethane costs the same as gloss. But what do I know lol.

[@dexteruk150581]

Totally agree, I have owned both. I find that the way that my Satin CE fits into the mids within the mix is far superior to the custom line.

[@fredzungri5835]

Point on... I own 4 Prs guitars... their product and quantity is unmatched

[@LUckybones25]

I was always a Fender and Charvel player. I just recently bought my first PRS (Tremonti SE), and it is the best guitar I've ever played. I can only imagine how good the USA made PRS guitars are. Now I want a S2 or a CE next!

[@misterroberts344]

I will say my S2 was made in January of 2020 and it is by far the most incredible guitar I own. I only have about 5 to judge from, but I would play my S2 over my Schecter c7 hellraiser FR any day and every day. The neck craftsmanship is absolutely next level. It's so thin, that on video it almost looks silly. You can tell it's a luxury guitar just watching someone hold it. The sound is great(I play Doom Metal) and the knobs actually create different tones unlike cheaper made stock pickups.

[@av3nger3]

I actually shot out a McCarty 594 in a glorious deep passion purple (non 10 top) against my CE24 Violin Amber Sunburst. They sounded identical plugged into the same amp. The only difference might have been a slightbass bump by a decibel. Probably the pickups.

[@sleepy22602]

You made a good decision i just bought one and as far as tone and playability i prefer it to my pro strat and my LP traditional it just feels so good in your hands.

[@job4991a]

Bought one earlier this year and I love it! Specifically for its playability and the Pickups

[@baldbearded9601]

The PRS CE range is a core series of PRS.. only with a bolt on neck!

[@JohnMcGrady]

Essentially yeah, minus some of the hardware and the top. I wish they would list it in their catalog as such. I was kinda surprised to see that they created a new category of "bolt-on" that consists of the 2 variety of CE and the Silver Sky that lives outside the core range.

[@diegoos5202]

An a 3 piece neck.

[@ANTHONYFERNANDO]

It's 100% a core model man. It's minus some hardware and top from the Customs, but not from core overall. What you have is a core model through and through!

[@diegoos5202]

The Neck of 3 pieces (joins in the heel and headstock) moves the CE away from the core and brings it closer to low cost guitars.

[@ANTHONYFERNANDO]

Core range isn't a spectrum. It either is, or isn't core range, and this is.

[@craigdetroit]

I actually really enjoyed this video - you were like the little voice in my head telling me to go for the CE24. I appreciated that.

[@bitronicc1887]

Dude you're really well spoken and you took the time to organize all of your talking points in this video, which makes watching it worth all the while. Well done there. I only mildly disagreed with you about one point, and that's about the PRS pedigree not holding up as high as Fender/Gibson. When you said people give PRS a bad rap, I was like "Wait, what? Who gives PRS a bad rap?" Every serious musician I've ever spoken with has had the upmost respect for PRS instruments, and ranks them up there with Fender and Gibson, if not above them entirely. I've never once heard PRS get a bad rap from anybody, even for their entry-level stuff. That's just my experience, it very well could be a regional thing or just dependent on the circles you roll with. Either way, doesn't discredit you or your video by any means. Thanks again for uploading!

[@popandroid]

YEP. Last I checked PRS held up just as good as LP's. As they should. Plus strats and LP's are a dime a dozen, they're everywhere, and they're boring. Who would ever wanna play the same G or F Guitar Center Special that a kid in Iowa is playing? snoresville.

[@timhallas4275]

STOPITKZbin : He doesn't know as much about guitars as he thinks he does.

[@MrJ.31]

I agree with you guys I don't think I've ever heard anyone say anything but great things about PRS guitars but it is true that their models won't get the same resale value as Gibson or Fender.. at least from what I've seen.

[@timhallas4275]

@@MrJ.31 You should look a little deeper into that topic. Most American ,made PRS models are holding their value better than American made Fender and Gibson guitars. They are simply better made and produce better tone. Ask Carlos Santana.

[@MrJ.31]

@@timhallas4275 Oh I absolutely agree man personally I've always preferred the sound of PRS over Gibson and Fender especially when comparing models of similar prices and I know they stay in tune longer and seem like they're better made pieces, I've just never seen them get a huge monetary trade in value like Fender and Gibson has. Again I'm just going by what I've seen and experienced. Maybe it's different when you start looking at platinum models cause I have seen some of those between the $5-6k range get a very good trade in price so I wasn't making an across the board statement, just a most of the time one. You could be right and maybe I need to do a little more homework on the matter though

[@sawdust6968]

i love mine,the neck feels AMAZING,and the 85 15 pups just sing.

[@IkeReedy]

Are we actually going to hear you play or just listen to you talk and talk???

[@CC-8891]

Plenty of other videos that feature that. We want information. You're not going to get a decent sound for it through your headphones or speakers. Try it in person.

[@Ponyboylicks]

Just purchased one today thru SweetWater today in Whale Blue...super stoked. 48 mos 0% finance. $32 a month. No brainer

[@ericcedeno11]

How has the guitar behaved?

[@MGEE1960]

I have a 91 whale blue too! Love the axe!

[@grisok]

"I could buy this new for 1999 today and sell it for 1500 tomorrow." "Even MIM fenders hold 75% of their value" 🤔

[@bishalgiri7487]

Isn’t 75% of 2000 1500😂😂😂. He is poor in maths i guess

[@lovetogolf4184]

That's why i bought a Mint 2019 CE24 for 1,539.00 retail and new hardshell case...Never buy this one new

[@isaiahmarquez9717]

@@lovetogolf4184 Damn. I bought my S2 new for that. 😒

[@thurmanjuan]

A Dodger fan would have played the dang guitar! ... 🤪✌🏼❤️🎸🤘🏼

[@Spedly]

Youre wrong about the resale value of PRS, they are one of the best for retaining their value for resale

[@Coles-bootleg-vids]

You know, if you're going to call someone out on something, at least use proper grammar.

[@Coles-bootleg-vids]

But you do have a point

[@Spedly]

There was nothing wrong with my grammar. Nice try, though. And my point is to know your shit before trying to sound like you do

[@cliffcoleman827]

I did exactly the same as you. Went to buy a custom 24 already having a core custom 22 and S2 custom 24. Seen the CE in blue and had to have it. Only negative to me was the inlays. Still my "feels like home guitar"

[@phillipphillip367]

Ce now with Korean tremolo???!?!?!?!?! wtf?!? the best way is buy a used Old& true Ce

[@MetaphysicalMusician]

Phillip Phillip ...yes that is the way I went

[@Squish710]

I have a 93 CE24. Its amaizing!!

[@DaveBloomDrumsOnline]

One thing I disagree with, PRS guitars most certainly hold their value.

[@Adam-wz7pv]

The maple neck does not bring out the any specfic tone. With the same bridge, nut, and pickups - this guitar WOULD sound identical to the core 24.

[@mixville2]

Hey John, exact same experience as you. Went looking for a core range guitar, planning to pay the $$$. Tried the CE24 because it was there, and actually much preferred it to all the cores I tried. Coming from decades of Fender playing, I much prefer the snappy bite of the maple bolt-on to the heavy lo-mids of a mahogany set neck. A PRS that does great Humbucker tones, but also beautiful chimey cleans. In fact, the coil split sound of this guitar is one of the nicest clean guitar sounds I've ever heard. Fendery shimmery, but with a good deal more low umph and sustain. I also prefer the thinner body and more subtle carve. The carve and bolt-on may lower the price, but for me they also make it a more desirable guitar. I could hardly care whether it's technically a core or not. The point of a guitar is to play, and this one is one of the best players of the many guitars I've owned over 40 years. Enjoy man! :)

[@isaiahmarquez9717]

Man....I’m kinda in the same boat. I bought a SE Custom 24. Loved it. I bought a S2 Custom 24. Loved it. I just came back from a local music store intending to buy a Core Custom 24. They didn’t have any but they did have a CE. I was a little disappointed but I tried it anyway. Yep. I loved it. I didn’t buy it. So now I’m stuck. Do I keep going up the line incrementally (SE, S2, CE, etc.) or do I go ahead and jump to the Core? Decisions, decisions!

[@kevinabbott9]

John, great review! That makes my decision easier.

[@timhallas4275]

So, you're buying the Fender?

[@omerz6182]

@@timhallas4275 bruh

[@philipleblanc62]

I recently got the dusty wearing CE and it's ridiculously good it of course is designed for progressive METAL but surprisingly the MOJO tone tomahawk splitable pickups are incredibly versatile

[@CarlyonProduction]

That fretboard looks incredible. I didn’t even like PRS guitars. I thought they were for blues lawyers and posers. Then I picked up a hollow body 2 (SE range!!) and had my mind absolutely blown. It didn’t feel how I imagined a PRS guitar to feel. It felt and sounded like it contained the ghost of a great vintage arch top, but the guitar itself was incredibly modern. The whole instrument was so well thought out. I also think there was something about the SE version - it has a laminate top and back (which I actually prefer the sound of for a hollow body) So it’s a great guitar to get, even if you have some core models. Anyway, now I am hooked. Thinking of selling my Gibson’s and fenders grabbing a core 594 and a silver sky. It’s hard to go back now.

[@jefffernandez4212]

I picked up my custom 24 in 1996 coming from a Gibson SG and never looked back. The tonal range is sick. I spent that whole year playing different guitars through a MESA Dual Recto (same amp every time) and I kept coming back to to the PRS. It was like gravity. Back in 1996 it was generally custom ordering still (The shop WAS the custom shop). Even had my fingers measured, selected fret height, distance, pups, and I went for moon inlays (mother of pearl) over the birds. Also have a ten 4 position pick-up selector knob as opposed to the switch and the 10 position tone knob for more variety. Awesome experience and covered any tone I would want out of a fender or a gibson. The Gibby is actually going in soon for a refretting and some new custom pups to become my midi-guitar so I can play other instruments on my native.

[@elizabethcoleman5729]

I have a PRS Paul's Guitar and I love it, I play every day and enjoy every second of it. and I am life time Gibson Fender fan in the Studio and once in a great while a gig with friends. I have become a PRS lead man.

[@RogueAizenYubel]

Can you post a video I of one of your gigs?

[@holmes1978]

First and Foremost I’am a Gibson Les Paul Standard Loved , But I do respect PRS and this review was excellent totally a respectful review a intelligent man , saying the pros and cons doing the break down explaining his views standing Ovation !!! Well said .

[@JohnMcGrady]

Little Holmes thank you! Much appreciated! I would never fault anyone for being a les Paul lover. It’s almost a crime in the guitar world not to respect the ultimate work horse guitar. Les Paul’s will last forever. But I think that’s what Paul was going after when he started building guitars. Just a fantastic instrument.

[@thormusique]

Thanks, man, great video! I've had a PRS Custom 24 and currently have an SE 24 (aka The Green Goddess), which I dearly love. I've had the electronics customized in it, but it has become my primary guitar I use for all my studio sessions as well as gigging. That said, I've been lusting over the CE lately and have been seriously considering buying it. Anyway, you've convinced me to just go ahead and do it. My SE will be so jealous! ;-)

[@MorGuitarz]

I have 3 core series and I tell you what... The tone of these guitars has more bite & snap in the best way. The split coil tones are gorgeous and way clearer vs. The 2 of my Cores that have it. Iove this CE model so much, I bought a 2nd. They ARE my main gigging guitar. I usually bring one of these and another type (either HSS, Les Paul, etc), but could very easily do an entire gig on this single guitar. Another bonus is this guitar stays in tune WAY better than any of the dozen or so $4k+ Les Paul's I've owned & 15+ Fender Strats

[@sirgerbilmacintosh9101]

Yeah, I bought a used 95' CE-24 back in like 98' or 99' I think. It's the 1st PRS that I ever held in my hand and played. I bought it, and it's still my main guitar to this day.

[@dmz140]

I just ordered one! I can’t wait to get it in 3 days!

[@brianhester8918]

Great guitar. The one modification I made is I replaced the Korean bridge with an American PRS bridge.

[@philipleblanc62]

the ce is american made with american parts

[@brianhester8918]

@@philipleblanc62 nope the stock bridge is Korean. its still a good bridge though

[@KnowledgeIsKey215]

I subbed cuz of the Phillies Jersey. Gonna wear a different one every time I make a video

[@themusketeer9458]

I saw this video and instantly bought 1. Arrived 1 day later, and damn it's a nice instrument👏 got the cherry burst limited edition one as that is the only thing they had in store, and god damn is it beautifull😍

[@seventallguitarist]

Each guitar is different. My first PRS was a 1994 CE24. Bought it for $1800 in 1994. Owned it (and gigged HARD with it) for 18 years. Sold it in 2012 for $1200. It needed new frets & the original case was trashed. I had bought a 2008 Mira (a core Mira before the S2 factory). Loved it. And wanted another one. So I put the CE24 on eBay with a buy it now of $1200 because there was another 2008 Mira on eBay for $1200. My CE24 sold in less than 45 minutes. I recently had regrets getting rid of that guitar and started looking for a 94 model, knowing they'd likely be a little beat up as it's a 30 year old guitar. They are going anywhere from $2400 to $3200 on Reverb. The newer CE24 models aren't cheap either now. Also in that $2500 range. So i instead bought an SE-CE24 for $700. It's not nearly as nice as my 94 model. But if I was still gigging? it would certainly be good enough to gig with. I instantly swapped out the tuners for the PRS SE locking tuners. But I guess technically, the 94 model is now a "vintage" PRS guitar. And the 94-96 CE24 (and CE22's) were a little different neck hub. Was smaller and gave you a little better access to the upper frets. I still have my first 2008 Mira, 2 years ago I bought a 2017 Vela semi-hollow. Really nice guitar. And then as I said bought the SE-CE24 and also one of the new SE Swamp Ash Specials. Also a REALLY nice guitar. They are all a bit different, which is great for recording. So while I would LOVE to have a really nice core model. But I have about $4500 into these 4 guitars & bang for the buck? I'd rather have 4 very different and versatile guitars, than one really nice one.

[@adhaskym.a9536]

You actually said what I always say to people and to myself. Bought a Custom 22 but it doesn't work for me. Perhaps this CE would.

[@greghilinski6571]

Great video! These are amazing guitars. You get the rolled necks, you get the great pickups, you get a very nice top and you get a similar body shape. What you do not get is the very carved top. Not a big deal. Haters knock the three piece neck but it is fine. The one knock is that the tops are amazing but not 10 top quality. duh, they are not 10 tops

[@stratolestele7611]

I had a CE24 that I bought new in '97. They only made Core guitars back then. It had the terrible rotary switch. The guitar never really did anything for me overall. Same with the Soapbar 22 I had (triple p90s). Sold 'em years ago and don't miss them one iota. Of several, the only PRS I've held onto is my 2000 Singlecut w/ a honey quilt top and wraparound bridge. Top is nice, but nothing insane. Really wish it was blue. Sometimes I like it, but most times I just want a classic Les Paul sound and that's what I play far more often. I'd be curious about a McCarty Singlecut or 594, and the DGT.

[@ElDissidente]

Interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@italoop7850]

Here's my 1990 Custom24 10" Top! 32 years of playing & gigging and it gets better every year! Enjoy : kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2nLkmevgaatkKM

[@felipefarias7654]

I bought this guitar and its amazing. My only complaint is that the saddles feel kinda cheap, but you can upgrade them with the Mannmade upgrade kit that also includes the brass block! I rally liked the core but the gloss neck is a deal breaker for me, CE finish is way more smooth.

[@johnpowers2921]

Every big name player that uses PRS would only use them.. regardless of the resale value. Just the best all around guitars to be had.

[@fernandobarahona9683]

Clever decision man! Nice video... I'm so happy with my SE Custom and I'm searching for a second hand S2 or maybe get more bucks and get the CE, there are some great deals in reverb for both models!! Check out the SE EG

[@felipefarias7654]

I would go for the CE if I were you, the pick ups are amazing!

[@AndreVieiraguitarist]

Very cool video! Very smart perspective and great points! I just scored a 2017 CE24 on reverb ($1250 plus shipping) Very happy to own one again!

[@He8MyHand]

Had a CE22 years ago and “upgraded” to a Standard 24. Regretted my decision. Sold the Standard 24 and bout a CE24

[@MaxPower-js1sk]

The Les Paul has plastic inlays. I have a Les Paul Standard. Those trapezoids are pearloid, they aren’t MOP or Abalone.

[@SgtThump]

At 4:48, are you trying to claim the wear on the Fender Strat is real? ha ha ;) You lost me there. :(

[@Blackdog4818]

Searching for a PRS guitar is like getting a Garmin watch; too many models, too many choices. I still don't know which guitar does what...I like the idea of getting a Fender/Gibson sounds just by clicking a switch. But I worry about both being substandard. I noticed Al Di Meola was playing a PRS CE 24 exactly like this guitar (probably the more expensive one) back in the 1980's. So for the extra 2 grand you get abalone inlay and a slightly different bridge? Tempting idea to get this guitar and keep the 2 grand.

[@markcripps2384]

Soz, only strats and teles can justify bolt on necks, anything else need to be set or through necks especially a PRS.

[@WaterburnerActual]

Tks for giving us the 411. Presented very well. All that was missing was hearing it played.

[@surfrby8876]

Thanks John great video, I'm looking at a beautiful trampas green CE right now and this really helped

[@jimo4106]

I've been through over 60 guitars in the last 15 years. They come and most go. The CE24 is my # 1!

[@normcote270]

GREAT INFORMATIVE VID, NICE JOB, THANKYOU!!!

[@MaxPower-js1sk]

I just bought a CE24 Swamp Ash Special. I’m a Gibson player and I wanted something different. I could have bought a Custom 24 and they are $7,000 here. I paid $2,500 for it and it’s the best guitar I’ve played in 45 years of playing.

[@kcd2120]

Really enjoyed your discussion - very well-reasoned and articulate.

[@rdavid3848]

The volume pot needs to be changed. Stock is 417k. Change to a 500k and the guitar will sound significantly better. This is my only complaint with all the PRSes. Gibsons are worse. This is measured values.

[@jimantonino4394]

Love my CE24, but put a Mann Made bridge in. It’s the only upgrade for consideration. Otherwise superb build.

[@vincevorster2625]

I have a CE24, Custom 24 30th anniversary, and a se semi-hollow. I love the Custom 24, but the CE24 is the one I play out with most of the time, love that satin neck.

[@risahu1]

I have a 1991 CE 24 and the neck feels amazing, super thin. HFS and Vintage Bass pickups it plays amazing here is a piece a used it on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4ixqapjpraGn68

[@adrianteo2421]

Talk all you want, in the end is about bragging what you can or cannot afford...if you an afford a Private Stock you'll brag all day about it. If you can't you'll brag all day about how changing a Pickups make no difference between a Private Stock and an SE. That's just how humans are.

[@gandhischlote260]

Excellent video. Just picked up my first CE.

[@prophetsbourne1136]

As a lifelong Strat Player spending thousands with Fender then them doing to Mr. John Cruz what they did I vowed never to even buy a Pick from them again! I just bought my PRS S2 McCarty and I PROMISE you it is THE most phenomenal sounding and playing guitar that’s ever been in my hands! Stop searching and start playing..

[@BookClubDisaster]

Not buying it. Dude has a Les Paul Studio? He's just a bargain hunter. Unlike the Phillies who overpayed for Bryce Harper.

[@bjsmjx98]

I agreed and agreed and agreed! I bought mine with semihollow and it was my BEST ever choice!

[@ph0kused]

Usually my PRS core is the one i noodle on, but my CE like my core all have stock PRS pickups that are way to dark in the mix, compared to pretty much all others, its a weird thing ive noticed about PRS, that and the absence of being able to buy stainless steel frets so it lasts forever, doesnt exist at PRS.

[@josephjulianmionie4744]

...........listen, I'll make this simple. .....and for the record, I'm neither a fanboy or a crazy fukin poser. I know music... I play....write.... and have toured. I respect your opinion and am not trying to bash you in any way, but you have sadly made a couple mistakes in this video and will happily enlighten you and the peanut gallery. 1~ PRSs keep their value, and in a majority of cases go up......alot. I have a 2005 Bodega Bay Custom 24 Limited (30 made). I paid 2500$ ...n now its fukin priceless. (Value to date is listed as 4500$...if u can find one) 2~ Theres a shitload of differences between a SE n a USA Custom.... Bolt on Neck vs 1 piece, better Humbuckers( they r not the same as you conveyed), better inside electronics, etc .......

[@ericpetrossian1582]

I agree the CE24 is a better guitar then the Custom24 But..... The original run not the new cost cutting crap.. the original had a 1 piece quarter Sawn Maple Neck vs 3 piece flat Sawn original had countersunk controls like all USA PrS do new doesn’t original has USA made tuners bridge pickups new one has SE tuners bridge and pickups Original has countersunk control cavity and trem covers new doesn’t and last original has a deeper top carve new has a thinner ... only plus is the bird inlays which I rather not have compared to all the cost cutting .... o yea the price you can get a fully loaded ce24 used for $1000-1300 with hardcase vs $2000 + tax with a gigbag. I’ll take my 1997 ruby red flame top CE24 instead

[@erickleefeld4883]

I've seen these types of necks referred to as a "bolt-in" joint. That is, you have the neck joining into the body with all the tight fit of a quality set-neck guitar, but then it's bolted instead of glued. I've got a late-'70s Kramer aluminum-neck bass, which uses this method of construction. It's great. You get the best of both worlds.

[@tumadsvids]

Dude, barring the CE24 Semi Hollow, you've bought the best guitar for sure.. I have the semi hollow myself as a pro muso.. Just mental Bird inlays distinguish this guitar from a mile away.. bonus. Bolt on, snappier.. bonus.. All round just perfect

[@journeytree]

i wish i could've bought my custom 24 ten top for 1999. I ended up spending more on a used prs for more than i see most Gibson's go for new

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

Really, is it because you didn't have enough money to get a Custom 24? Nah, just kidding! But seriously, is it? Because as far as I can make out, if I could afford a Custom 24, I'd buy that over a CE any day. I'm not saying the CE is crap but the Custom 24 is going to be the best I can get from PRS. I have an SE24 - it's a good guitar, but if I could have afforded an CE24, then that's what I'd have right now. But if I could have afforded a Custom 24, then that's what I'd have right now. But as it is, I can only afford a SE24.

[@jettsom]

I have both (CU22 & CE22) and no the CE is not better. It’s different but not better. I like to play both, though my CU is much lighter, has better wood selection and is more vibrant/resonant if I could describe it.

[@longlivegarybusey6409]

Own a Gibson Les Paul Studio. Biggest piece of shit guitar I own hands down out of the 30+ guitars I own. Absolutely hate it. Never leaves the case. The workmanship is worse than the $100 Fender Starcaster Strats I bought off amazon (before they shot up to $200 and then were discontinued). Kills me any time I hear someone recommend buying a studio or any Gibson for that matter. They simply do not give a fuck about the product they put out. Alright...now that I got that out I'll unpause the video.

[@JohnSmith-ze6mz]

I'm not rich...proceeds to pull out ALL the grail guitars one could shake a stick at, lol, jk!!!

[@sonsofthunder24]

Wow! You've totally changed my mind to go to PRS over a Telecaster ultra luxe!

[@magicdaveable]

I wish that PRS made a CE24 hardtail. I am.not a fan of a trem. 'Been playing 60 years. Never liked tremolo bridges.

[@revelationsoundstudio]

At my age, I buy what I really want. Not being in debt besides a mortgage helps. No interest for 24 months also make it eaiser to get. I will only buy Core PRS guitars at this point. Bit the SE guitars are pretty good too.

[@Deebz270]

PRS get a bad rap? What plain of realty do you reside on? And as for holding price... PRS hold their price as well as any comparable Fs or Gs. As for the tonewood argument, although controversial, tonewoods only offer a subtle change in electric guitar voicing. The electronics is what gives an electric guitar its overall audio range. CE's are a superb and extremely cost effective way to own a very decent PRS, without mortgaging ones wife. PRS offer, quite simply the best contemporary guitars in existence. With superb customer service and excellent quality control. The company has more or less eclipsed the two traditional giants.

[@hhpp6911]

That 6 in 5.9 out is utter bull if putting a cheaper bridge on doesn’t change the sound... Paul knows how to talk the talk. He says it to make people believe tiny details justify the price of a core. Anyway, that CE is a beaut.

[@steverolfeca]

So much misinformation in this video. Sweat soaking into satin-finished necks, only the CE’s have player-friendly control layouts and coil splits, etc. You did get one major thing right: at this level, there is no good/better/best, and some of us are lucky enough to fall for something at the lower end of the price spectrum. For me, it was a dot-neck McCarty with a relatively mild top. Gig and record the heck out of your CE, and thank your lucky stars that you didn’t get all weak-kneed over something in the Private Reserve line!

[@BeautifulGuitars365]

Yah that's true anything over $1,500 for a guitar will all be a nice guitar. Just comes down to personal preference at that point. I have a Custom 24 which I love.