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Serial: 911178A
Weight: 9 lbs 1 oz
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The PRS Eddie’s Guitars Wood Library Special Semi-Hollow in Charcoal with a quilted maple top and rosewood neck is a striking blend of visual sophistication, tonal depth, and modern versatility. At first glance, the quilt maple “Ten Top” immediately commands attention, with its deep, rippling figure enhanced by the sleek Charcoal finish. This premium top is paired with a solid mahogany back, creating a balanced tonal platform that combines warmth, sustain, and clarity. The semi-hollow construction introduces a subtle airiness and resonance, adding dimension and openness to every note without sacrificing the punch and focus needed for contemporary performance.
One of the most distinctive features of this instrument is its East Indian rosewood neck, a luxurious and tonally significant choice that sets it apart from traditional builds. Known for its natural density and smooth feel, the rosewood neck contributes enhanced sustain, warmth, and a slightly darker, more complex tonal character. The Pattern neck carve ensures a comfortable, substantial grip that feels equally at home for chord work and lead playing. Complementing this is a matching East Indian rosewood fretboard, adorned with Eddie’s exclusive J-Birds inlays featuring sparkle mother-of-pearl outlines and vibrant paua centers—an elegant visual detail that reinforces the guitar’s boutique pedigree.
The electronics configuration makes this Special Semi-Hollow exceptionally versatile. Equipped with 59/09 pickups in both the bass and treble positions, the guitar delivers rich, vintage-inspired tones with excellent clarity and dynamic response. The addition of a Narrowfield middle pickup expands the tonal palette significantly, offering focused, hum-canceling tones that sit beautifully between single-coil sparkle and humbucker fullness. With a 5-way blade switch, push/pull tone control, and two mini-toggle switches, players gain access to a wide array of pickup combinations and coil-splitting options, making this guitar capable of covering everything from classic blues and rock to modern, nuanced textures.
Performance hardware rounds out the instrument with PRS’s hallmark reliability and precision. The Gen III patented tremolo bridge offers smooth, expressive vibrato with excellent tuning stability, while Phase III locking tuners ensure quick string changes and dependable performance. The smoked black hardware provides a refined, contemporary contrast to the organic richness of the wood selections, tying the entire aesthetic together with understated elegance.
This Wood Library Special Semi-Hollow is more than just a visually captivating instrument—it’s a deeply expressive and highly adaptable musical tool. From its resonant semi-hollow body and premium tonewoods to its expansive electronics and luxurious appointments, it’s built to inspire creativity at every turn. Complete with a black paisley hard case, it stands ready to deliver exceptional performance in any musical setting.
A few key specifications that contribute to the Special Semi-Hollow tone and feel are:
The PRS Eddie’s Guitars Wood Library Special Semi-Hollow in Charcoal with a quilted maple top and rosewood neck is a striking blend of visual sophistication, tonal depth, and modern versatility. At first glance, the quilt maple “Ten Top” immediately commands attention, with its deep, rippling figure enhanced by the sleek Charcoal finish. This premium top is paired with a solid mahogany back, creating a balanced tonal platform that combines warmth, sustain, and clarity. The semi-hollow construction introduces a subtle airiness and resonance, adding dimension and openness to every note without sacrificing the punch and focus needed for contemporary performance.
One of the most distinctive features of this instrument is its East Indian rosewood neck, a luxurious and tonally significant choice that sets it apart from traditional builds. Known for its natural density and smooth feel, the rosewood neck contributes enhanced sustain, warmth, and a slightly darker, more complex tonal character. The Pattern neck carve ensures a comfortable, substantial grip that feels equally at home for chord work and lead playing. Complementing this is a matching East Indian rosewood fretboard, adorned with Eddie’s exclusive J-Birds inlays featuring sparkle mother-of-pearl outlines and vibrant paua centers—an elegant visual detail that reinforces the guitar’s boutique pedigree.
The electronics configuration makes this Special Semi-Hollow exceptionally versatile. Equipped with 59/09 pickups in both the bass and treble positions, the guitar delivers rich, vintage-inspired tones with excellent clarity and dynamic response. The addition of a Narrowfield middle pickup expands the tonal palette significantly, offering focused, hum-canceling tones that sit beautifully between single-coil sparkle and humbucker fullness. With a 5-way blade switch, push/pull tone control, and two mini-toggle switches, players gain access to a wide array of pickup combinations and coil-splitting options, making this guitar capable of covering everything from classic blues and rock to modern, nuanced textures.
Performance hardware rounds out the instrument with PRS’s hallmark reliability and precision. The Gen III patented tremolo bridge offers smooth, expressive vibrato with excellent tuning stability, while Phase III locking tuners ensure quick string changes and dependable performance. The smoked black hardware provides a refined, contemporary contrast to the organic richness of the wood selections, tying the entire aesthetic together with understated elegance.
This Wood Library Special Semi-Hollow is more than just a visually captivating instrument—it’s a deeply expressive and highly adaptable musical tool. From its resonant semi-hollow body and premium tonewoods to its expansive electronics and luxurious appointments, it’s built to inspire creativity at every turn. Complete with a black paisley hard case, it stands ready to deliver exceptional performance in any musical setting.
A few key specifications that contribute to the Special Semi-Hollow tone and feel are:
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