Vintage Soul. Modern Precision.
The 40th Anniversary PRS McCarty SC56 Limited Edition captures the essence of a golden era of electric guitar design while delivering the playability and reliability that today’s musicians demand. With a classic PRS single-cutaway body shape and carefully chosen specifications, the McCarty SC56 is both a tribute to tradition and a modern performer’s dream.

Anchored by a maple top and mahogany back, with a 22-fret, 24.594” scale length Pattern Vintage neck, the McCarty SC56 is designed for rich, resonant tone and effortless playability. The 24.594” scale length and slightly thicker back give the McCarty SC56 a warm, woody voice and comfortable feel, while its Phase III non-locking tuners and PRS two-piece bridge anchor the guitar and promote its musical sustain.

The heart of the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition lies in its pickups: a pair of PRS McCarty III pickups, meticulously designed to deliver warm, clear tone with exceptional note separation and dynamics. Controlled by a simple and elegant layout — two volume controls, two tone controls, and a 3-way toggle on the upper bout — the McCarty SC56 keeps the player focused on feel and sound.

With appointments like binding on the fretboard, classic bird inlays, and a vintage-inspired nitrocellulose finish, the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition blends heritage and innovation into a timeless instrument. Whether you’re chasing pure vintage tone or seeking a reliable stage companion, the McCarty SC56 stands ready.

PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 – 400 Piece Limited Edition.

Specifications

Body
Body Construction: Solidbody with Weight Relief
Top Wood: Maple
Back Wood: Mahogany
Top Carve: Violin

Neck
Number of Frets: 22
Scale Length: 24.594"
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Construction: One-Piece
Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape: Pattern Vintage
Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 7/8"
Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 63/64"
Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16"
Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4"
Fretboard Wood: Rosewood
Fretboard Radius: 10"
Fretboard Inlays: "Old School" Birds
Headstock Veneer: Rosewood
Headstock Logo: Pre-Factory Eagle

Neck/Body Assembly
Construction: Set Neck

Finish
Finish Type: High-Gloss Nitro

Hardware
Bridge: PRS Two-Piece
Tuners: PRS Phase III Non-Locking with Wing Buttons
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Nut: Bone
Truss Rod Cover: “40th Anniversary SC56”

Electronics
Bridge Pickup: PRS McCarty III
Neck Pickup: PRS McCarty III
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle (Upper Bout)

Additional Info
Strings: PRS Signature 10–46
Tuning: E–A–D–G–B–E
Case: PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case (D1) with 40th Anniversary Certificate