Crafted to commemorate four decades of uncompromising innovation, craftsmanship, and tone, the Paul Reed Smith 40th Anniversary McCarty SC-56 Limited Edition in Black Rainbow Hollowflake stands as a bold statement of PRS's legacy and future. This stunning instrument brings together meticulous vintage-inspired design with modern enhancements, wrapped in a dazzling and rare finish that shifts and shimmers under light, making it as much a work of visual art as it is a tonal powerhouse.

At its core, the SC-56 features solidbody construction with strategic weight relief, offering the ideal balance between resonance and player comfort. The body pairs a select flame maple top — carved with PRS’s elegant violin top carve — with a rich mahogany back, combining warmth, articulation, and that unmistakable PRS sustain. The top’s Black Rainbow Hollowflake finish is uniquely mesmerizing, showcasing iridescent flakes that dance across the black base in a kaleidoscope of colors, marking this guitar as an exceptional collector’s piece.

The mahogany neck, carved from a single piece of wood, is set into the body and shaped to the Pattern Vintage profile, delivering a substantial yet comfortably playable feel that vintage enthusiasts will appreciate. It’s matched with a beautifully bound rosewood fretboard, adorned with Old School Bird inlays, a nod to PRS’s iconic design heritage. The 24.594" scale length and 22 frets offer familiar territory for players who crave expressiveness and ease of play across the neck.

Under the hood, the SC-56 is voiced by a pair of McCarty III humbuckers, designed to deliver a full-bodied midrange with tight lows and a sweet, clear top end — perfect for everything from smooth jazz and blues to hard rock. The two volume and two tone controls, coupled with a 3-way toggle switch on the upper bout, allow for precise tonal shaping and quick pickup selection, echoing classic single-cut configurations while offering modern clarity and output.

Hardware appointments are equally premium, including a PRS 2-piece stoptail bridge in cast zinc, chosen for its solid coupling and sustain, and PRS Phase III Vintage-Style tuners with wing buttons, providing both stable tuning and a touch of retro flair. Finished in nickel hardware, every detail of this instrument reflects refined craftsmanship and elegant design.

Completing the package is a PRS ATA D1 hardshell case, ensuring the instrument travels safely and in style. Whether you're a seasoned PRS collector, a tone aficionado, or simply a guitarist who appreciates unmatched aesthetics and performance, the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC-56 in Black Rainbow Hollowflake is a once-in-a-generation instrument that honors the past while pointing boldly toward the future.