PRS Artist V (300 limited run)

This is a beautiful example of the limited edition 2011 PRS Artist V. My camera's photo quality does not come close to doing this instrument justice. There were only 300 examples made of this model (I was told 150 remained in the US and 150 were shipped internationally). It is in fantastic condition aside from one cosmetic blemish; there is wear on the gold bridge pickup cover where I rest my hand to play. This is a very common occurrence. I did my best to photograph this in the last three photos; I am all about complete honesty when doing business.

The guitar sounds phenomenal and plays like a dream. The versatility is crazy. I have the action set low and the neck is as straight as can be. All of the paperwork is included with the guitar (the hang tags, sticker, warranty paper, etc) as well as the case key, etc. This is a great chance to get this model for less than what they sell for new and used. I am willing to take additional pictures upon request from a serious inquirer.

I AM ALSO INCLUDING A BEAUTIFUL PRS NATURAL COLORED LEATHER STRAP THAT HAS THE FAMOUS ENGRAVED PRS BRIDS FEATURED ON IT ($50 value).

Here is some information:

The Artist V features new pickups spec'd by Paul Reed Smith, PRS' 2011 redesigned 5-way blade switch (previously featured only on the 2011 Custom 24), beautiful inlays and purfling, and only the best woods. Gold hardware and a selective color list.

Pickup Switching Positions:
Position One: Bridge humbucker
Position Two: Bridge humbucker with neck singlecoil, in parallel
Position Three: Bridge and neck humbuckers
Position Four: Neck singlecoil with bridge singlecoil, in parallel
Position Five: Neck humbucker

V12 Finish
The finish should enhance the look, sound, and feel of a guitar by accentuating the wood's inherent beauty and feel without hindering its natural resonance. And PRS Guitars' new "V12" finish does just that. Introduced at Experience PRS 2010, V12 is a very thin, hard, and clear finish that will not crack or react with thinners. After roughly 12 years in development, it is halfway between acrylic and nitro but with a classic feel all its own. "PRS models with this new finish feel like old instruments," said Paul Reed Smith.

Pattern Regular Neck Shape
Neck shapes have always been a high priority for PRS and a hallmark of their quality. A guitar should feel comfortable, like home, as soon as you pick it up, and the neck is paramount to that connection. The new "Pattern Regular" neck shape is similar to the traditional PRS regular neck found on guitars made in the late 80's at PRS's former Virginia Avenue location.

This new neck shape reflects modern tooling and programming that allows PRS to even more precisely shape and consistently reproduce their necks.

Features
Body
Top Wood: Artist Grade Flame Maple
Back Wood: Ribboned Mahogany
Finish: V12

Neck
Number of Frets: 22
Scale Length: 25"
Neck Wood: Peruvian Mahogany
Fretboard Wood: Ebony with Mother of Pearl Purfling
Neck Shape: Pattern Regular
Fretboard Inlays: Paua Birds with Mother of Pearl Outlines
Headstock Inlay: Ebony Veneer with Abalone Signature and
Mother of Pearl "Artist V"
Hardware/Electronics
Bridge: PRS Tremolo Tuners: PRS Phase III Tuners
Truss Rod Cover: Ebony
Hardware Type: Gold
Treble Pickup: Artist V
Bass Pickup: Artist V

The absolute only reason I am selling this guitar is because I have moved to a different state and would like a financial cushion during the transitional period.

I will use UPS to ship (usually have it to UPS within 1 day) and pay to have them professionally pack it up.

Please message me with any questions or interest you may have. Thanks for reading!