Product Detail
The SE McCarty 594 is a remarkable vintage-inspired electric guitar that offers amazing versatility. It can produce both humbucking and single-coil tones effortlessly, thanks to its dual volume and push/pull tone controls. With these controls, you can smoothly switch between different sonic territories and find the exact tones you want.
The 58/15 LT “S” pickups are carefully crafted to deliver warm, vintage-like tones with sweetness and clarity. The zinc two-piece bridge and vintage-style tuners not only keep the guitar true to its vintage roots but also enhance its resonance. The classic PRS body shape and bird inlays add a modern touch to this classic instrument.
Other great features include a bound 22-fret Pattern Vintage neck and a slightly thicker back for better sustain. This guitar is a high-quality workhorse designed to capture the essence of the McCarty family of instruments.
Specifications:
- BODY: Solidbody construction with a maple top, flame maple veneer, and mahogany back. The top has a shallow violin carve.
- NECK: 22 frets, 24.594” scale length, bound mahogany neck with a multi-ply construction. It has a PRS double-acting truss rod, Pattern Vintage neck shape, and rosewood fretboard with a 10' radius and bird inlays.
- NECK/BODY ASSEMBLY: Set type.
- HARDWARE: PRS two-piece bridge, vintage-style tuners, nickel hardware, PRS nut, and 'McCarty 594' truss rod cover.
- ELECTRONICS: 58/15 LT “S” pickups for both treble and bass, two volume and two push/pull tone controls with a 3-way toggle pickup switch on the upper bout.
- ADDITIONAL INFO: Comes with PRS Classic 10-46 strings, standard 6-string tuning (E, A, D, G, B, E), and a gig bag.
Using your Paul Reed Smith SE McCarty 594 Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, make sure your guitar is properly tuned. You can use a standard guitar tuner to set it to the standard 6-string tuning (E, A, D, G, B, E). Once tuned, start exploring the different tones. Use the dual volume controls to adjust the overall volume of the guitar, and the push/pull tone controls to switch between humbucking and single-coil tones. The 3-way toggle pickup switch on the upper bout allows you to select different pickup combinations.
When it comes to playing, hold the guitar comfortably and use your fingers or a pick to strum or pick the strings. The bound 22-fret Pattern Vintage neck provides a smooth playing experience.
For maintenance, keep your guitar clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the strings and the body after each use. This helps prevent dirt and sweat from building up. If the strings start to sound dull or lose their tone, it's time to replace them. You can use PRS Classic 10-46 strings, which are the recommended strings for this guitar.
Store your guitar in the included gig bag when not in use. This protects it from dust and minor bumps. Also, try to keep the guitar in a stable environment with a consistent temperature and humidity level. Extreme changes in temperature and humidity can damage the guitar's wood and affect its playability.
