The Paul Reed Smith Private Stock #11874 Singlecut Archtop I – Sandstorm Glow is an exceptional expression of luthiery and artistry, handcrafted to the highest standard in PRS’s elite Private Stock division. A true collector’s piece and a world-class performer, this instrument is built with an extraordinary selection of tonewoods and finishes, chosen directly from the Private Stock Vault. Every detail—from the wood grain to the inlays—reflects an uncompromising commitment to excellence, making it a rare and inspiring guitar for the discerning player.

The Singlecut Archtop I body construction brings together a carefully layered tonewood combination: a stunning curly maple top, a resonant African mahogany core, and a beautifully figured koa back. This combination delivers a complex tonal profile—warm and rich from the mahogany, with bright articulation from the maple, and an exotic midrange shimmer from the koa. The Sandstorm Glow color treatment, paired with a high-gloss nitrocellulose finish, accentuates the grain depth and flame of each wood layer with dramatic effect. The natural glow seems to radiate from within, highlighting the guitar’s elegant contours and unique wood figuring.

The neck, carved from curly maple and shaped to PRS’s comfortable Pattern profile, provides a familiar yet luxurious playing feel. It is stained in a coordinating Sandstorm Fade, blending seamlessly into the overall visual aesthetic. The fingerboard, made from rich, dark Brazilian rosewood, adds sonic warmth and tactile smoothness, while visually complementing the instrument’s earthy and luxurious palette. Inlaid into the fingerboard are curly maple birds, stained to match the body finish and outlined in white mother of pearl—a stunning detail that both honors PRS tradition and elevates it.

The headstock is capped with koa veneer, perfectly mirroring the back of the instrument, and showcases a Private Stock eagle inlay made of curly maple, also stained to match and outlined in white mother of pearl. This attention to aesthetic unity speaks to the Private Stock team’s unmatched eye for detail and design.

In the electronics department, the guitar is equipped with a pair of PRS 58/15 LT pickups—renowned for their vintage-inspired clarity, sweetness, and dynamic sensitivity. These pickups excel at clean articulation and open crunch, making them ideal for expressive, nuanced playing. The control layout features two volume and two push/pull tone controls, along with a 3-way toggle, offering coil-splitting versatility and a wide tonal range, from smooth jazz tones to soulful blues and articulate rock.

The hardware is just as refined: Smoked Black/Gold PRS two-piece stop tail bridge with an ebony tailpiece, PRS Phase III locking tuners with ebony buttons, and an ebony truss rod cover, all tied together with a bone nut for optimal tone transfer and stability. These components not only enhance performance but also contribute to the guitar’s sleek, unified appearance.

The Private Stock #11874 comes strung with PRS Signature .010 gauge strings and is housed in a luxurious Private Stock brown paisley case, underscoring its high-end nature and protecting it in equally stunning style.

Altogether, the PRS Private Stock #11874 Singlecut Archtop I – Sandstorm Glow is more than a guitar—it’s a masterwork of tonal sophistication, visual artistry, and custom craftsmanship. Whether destined for the stage, the studio, or the showcase, it stands as a bold statement of PRS’s finest capabilities and a truly rare addition to any serious collection.