PRS Paul Reed Smith Limited Edition McCarty Singlecut 594 SC594 Semi-Hollow Guitar, River Blue, Pattern Vintage
- PRS McCarty 594 Semi-Hollow 10-Top
- River Blue (Experience PRS 2018 Event Only)
- Flame Maple Top
- Mahogany Semi-Hollow Body w/Natural Binding
- Mahogany Neck - Pattern Vintage Profile
- Rosewood Fretboard w/White Binding
- 24.594" Scale Length | 22 Frets
- Bird Inlays
- PRS 58/15LT Pickups - 3-Way Pickup Selector Toggle Switch
- Push/Pull Tone for Coil-Tap
- PRS Tweaked Phase III Low Mass Locking Tuners
- Hybrid Hardware
- PRS 2-Piece Stoptail Bridge
- PRS Black Tolex Hardshell Case
- Serial #: 253561
- Instrument Weight: 7.4 lbs.
Player's Perspective
Are you looking for a McCarty 594 with an even smoother and sweeter sound while also providing some weight alleviation so you can play all night long in complete comfort? Well, when we went down to the 2018 PRS Experience in Maryland, we decided to bring back a few hand-selected pieces of these newly-released special edition guitars.
This one comes in a River Blue finish that was only available to dealers that attended the event. We particularly liked this one because, while it doesn't have the upcharge of a 10-Top, it sure as heck looks like it could be a 10-Top to our eyes! So you get to keep some extra money in your pocket while still getting an absolutely awesomely figured flame top.
After Paul Reed Smith befriended and picked the brain of guitar pioneer Ted McCarty, the first PRS McCarty models came out in 1994. They incorporated many of the subtle but essential build techniques that Ted used to create some of the best electric guitars the world has played. After a brief hiatus from the core PRS lineup, the McCarty is back. It's a straightforward but effective design that embodies that classic mahogany body/dual humbucker sweetness with slinkiness from the shorter scale length. All in a body shape that will be familiar for Les Paul enthusiasts with a familiar singlecut design. The back is a little thicker for increased tone and sustain, and two of Paul Reed Smith's best new vintage pickups pump out radiant sound in every register.
The new semi-hollow version scoops out some of the mid-range for a sound that can still stand out and cut through in the mix but will tend to be a bit sweeter and warmer than its fully solid-body counterpart. You'll also notice this is over a pound lighter than other McCarty 594's.
This is a player's axe that's built to be played day after day, but it's also an important part of the electric guitar's history.
Special Features
The McCarty 594 is a vintage-inspired instrument that is at once incredibly familiar and effortlessly playable. Whether you are looking for rich, authentic, vintage humbucking tones or nuanced, sweet single-coil sounds, the McCarty 594 can seamlessly master both sonic territories thanks to the 58/15 LT pickups and push/pull coil taps on the tone controls. The addition of an f-hole and semi-hollow body adds a breathy tone and rich resonance to this guitar, providing welcome depth and beauty.
The electronics layout, a few key specifications, and PRS craftsmanship combine in the McCarty 594 to create an instrument that plays in tune, is intonated the entire length of the neck, and feels like a guitar that you’ve been playing forever. The McCarty 594 and Singlecut McCarty 594 Semi-Hollows made their debut at Experience PRS 2018.
There is no cap to the number of McCarty 594 and Singlecut McCarty 594 Semi-Hollow guitars that will be made, but the order window is limited to June 8 – August 31, 2018. If you'd like one of these in a particular color, just let us know and we'll get it on order for you.
Overall Condition
Our in-house guitar tech will inspect, test, set up, and clean all of our instruments on site prior to shipping. All of our instruments are guaranteed to be fully functional upon arrival.