Vintage Soul. Modern Precision. – The PRS Limited Edition 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Electric Guitar in Faded Blue Jean
The 40th Anniversary PRS McCarty SC56 Limited Edition captures the essence of a golden era of electric guitar design while delivering the playability and reliability that todays musicians demand. With a classic PRS single-cutaway body shape and carefully chosen specifications, the McCarty SC56 is both a tribute to tradition and a modern performers dream.
Anchored by a maple top and mahogany back, with a 22-fret, 24.594 scale length Pattern Vintage neck, the McCarty SC56 is designed for rich, resonant tone and effortless playability. The 24.594 scale length and slightly thicker back give the McCarty SC56 a warm, woody voice and comfortable feel, while its Phase III non-locking tuners and PRS two-piece bridge anchor the guitar and promote its musical sustain.
The heart of the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition lies in its pickups: a pair of PRS McCarty III pickups, meticulously designed to deliver warm, clear tone with exceptional note separation and dynamics. Controlled by a simple and elegant layout two volume controls, two tone controls, and a 3-way toggle on the upper bout the McCarty SC56 keeps the player focused on feel and sound.
With appointments like binding on the fretboard, classic bird inlays, and a vintage-inspired nitrocellulose finish, the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition blends heritage and innovation into a timeless instrument. Whether youre chasing pure vintage tone or seeking a reliable stage companion, the McCarty SC56 stands ready.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
- Body Construction: Solidbody with Weight Relief
- Top Wood: Maple
- Back Wood: Mahogany
- Top Carve: Violin
- Finish: High-Gloss Nitro
Neck
- Number of Frets: 22
- Scale Length: 24.594
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Neck Construction: One-Piece
- Neck Shape: Pattern Vintage
- Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 7/8″
- Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 63/64″
- Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16″
- Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4″
- Fretboard Wood: Rosewood
- Fretboard Radius: 10″
- Fretboard Inlay: “Old School” Birds
- Headstock Veneer: Rosewood
- Headstock Logo: Pre-Factory Eagle
- Neck/Body Assembly: Set
- Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting
Hardware
- Bridge: PRS Two-Piece
- Tuners: PRS Phase III Non-Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
- Hardware Type: Nickel
- Nut: Bone
- Truss Rod Cover: 40th Anniversary SC56
Electronics
- Treble Pickup: PRS McCarty III
- Bass Pickup: PRS McCarty III
- Controls: Two Volume and Two Tone Controls with 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch on Upper Bout
Miscellaneous
- Strings: PRS Signature 10-46
- Tuning: Standard (E, A, D, G, B, E)
- Case: PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case, D1 with 40th Anniversary Certificate
Manufacturer:PRS Guitars
Model:115524::CC-FBJ
SKU:I873081-N-250409198-1-WHXE
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