PRS Silver Sky Guitars

Explore the PRS Silver Sky range, a hugely successful collaboration between PRS Guitars and renowned guitarist John Mayer. This series represents a perfect blend of vintage tone and modern playability, designed to deliver unparalleled musical expression.

Inspired by classic designs yet imbued with contemporary PRS innovations, the Silver Sky is the ultimate choice for players seeking the best of both worlds.

Those innovations include a reversed headstock shape, uniquely voiced 635JM single-coil pickups that eliminate harsh high-end frequencies, and an updated Gen III tremolo for a smoother vibrato action with increased sustain.

The Silver Sky range consists of the USA-made originals and the more accessible SE Silver Sky, each with maple and rosewood fingerboard configurations. Shop the full range at Gear4music and enjoy a comprehensive three-year warranty and fast deliver service, ensuring you get your Silver Sky in no time at all!

About PRS Silver Sky Guitars

John Mayer's vision for the PRS Silver Sky was to blend his favourite vintage features with modern flair, resulting in a guitar that offers a new take on the electric guitar.

After two years of meticulous development with Paul Reed Smith, the Silver Sky emerged as Mayer's ideal "reboot" of the electric guitar, marrying the warmth of vintage instruments with the precision of modern craftsmanship. This collaboration has produced a guitar that pays homage to the revered aspects of 1963 and 1964 models, while incorporating contemporary design and functionality.

The Silver Sky distinguishes itself with features like an inverted headstock for Mayer’s playing style and enhanced tuning stability, vintage-style tuners with PRS’s locking mechanism, and a steel tremolo bridge designed for increased acoustic resonance. Its 635JM single-coil pickups deliver a sound that is both full and clear, without being overly bright or sharp.

Players can choose between rosewood or maple fretboards, each designed to offer a distinct feel; the maple for its original 635JM neck shape, and the rosewood for a more rounded profile. Both options provide a comfortable 7.25” fretboard radius, catering to vintage guitar enthusiasts. High-quality components, including a bone nut and a double action truss rod, underscore the Silver Sky's premium build, available with a PRS premium gig bag.

Responding to popular demand, the Silver Sky SE was later introduced, offering the unique qualities of the Silver Sky at a more accessible price point. This expansion ensures that a wider range of players can experience the blend of vintage charm and modern playability that defines the Silver Sky series.

FAQs

What is so special about PRS Silver Sky?

The PRS Silver Sky is regarded to be special thanks to its collaborative creation between grammy award-winning artist John Mayer and Paul Reed Smith. It captures the magic of vintage single-coil guitars, but with updated modern appointments that improve playability.

What pickups does the PRS Silver Sky use?

The PRS Silver Sky uses custom 635JM (John Mayer) single-coil pickups, designed in collaboration with Mayer to deliver a clear, round, and full sound with a musical high end, without being overly sharp or brittle.