The PRS Special Semi-Hollow in Fire Smokeburst is a striking expression of Paul Reed Smith’s lifelong pursuit of tonal range, precision craftsmanship, and visual elegance. Since founding PRS Guitars in 1985, Smith has built his reputation on blending traditional luthiery with forward thinking engineering, and the Special Semi-Hollow stands as a perfect example of that philosophy in action. With its glowing flame maple top carved in PRS’s signature violin contour over a mahogany back, this instrument delivers both eye catching beauty and a resonant, harmonically rich voice. The semi hollow body with a single f hole adds air and openness to the sound while keeping the focused attack and sustain players expect from a PRS solidbody design.

The 25 inch scale mahogany neck is crafted from a single piece and joined to the body with a classic set neck construction for maximum transfer of vibration. Shaped to PRS’s comfortable Pattern profile, it measures 7/8 inch at the nut with a 1 11/16 inch nut width and expands to 2 1/4 inches at the body, making it equally inviting for chord work and fluid lead lines. A rosewood fretboard with a 10 inch radius, 22 frets, and the iconic PRS bird inlays provides a familiar, refined feel, while the inlaid Signature logo on the headstock reinforces its premium pedigree.

Electronics are where the Special Semi-Hollow truly lives up to its name. McCarty III TCI pickups in the bass and treble positions deliver articulate vintage inspired tones with modern clarity, while the PRS Narrowfield middle pickup adds a unique voice that sits between single coil snap and humbucker fullness. The control layout includes volume and tone knobs, a 5 way blade switch, and two mini toggle coil split switches, unlocking a wide palette of sounds that can cover everything from crystalline cleans to muscular rock drive. PRS Signature 10 to 46 strings come standard, tuned E A D G B E.

Hardware is equally refined, featuring a PRS Patented Tremolo Gen III bridge for smooth, stable vibrato and PRS Phase III locking tuners for excellent tuning security. Nickel hardware, a PRS nut, and a “Special” truss rod cover complete the upscale aesthetic. At just 6 pounds 10 ounces, this guitar is remarkably light and comfortable for long sessions, and it ships in a D1 hardshell case for top tier protection.

Elegant, versatile, and meticulously built, the PRS Special Semi-Hollow in Fire Smokeburst captures Paul Reed Smith’s vision of a modern classic instrument that looks stunning, plays effortlessly, and offers an inspiring range of tones for virtually any musical style.