How do you date a PRS guitar?

The serial number of an acoustic is located on the label inside the sound hole of the guitar. All acoustic serial numbers begin with the letter “A”, and are followed by the two digit year prefix. The remaining digits indicate the sequential number of acoustics built to date.

How do I know if my PRS is top 10?

To make “10-Top” status, a PRS top must have clearly defined figure across its entire top. A guitar designated as a 10-Top will have a small “10” written on the back of the headstock in the upper right corner. Some of our earlier guitars have the “10” stamped into the finish in the same position.

What do PRS serial numbers mean?

DATING PRS GUITARS BY REFERENCE OF SERIAL NUMBERS. Originally, the PRS serial numbers were stamped with ink on the headstock. All PRS guitars have a serial number that starts with a prefix that indicates the year. This prefix consists the one or two digits of the production year and applies to all models.

Do PRS Guitars go up in value?

as more “stars” buy and play PRS, the value on the used market will go up. No matter the price, I think the PRS are simply better instruments.

Are PRS serial numbers handwritten?

For PRS Core models, the serial numbers are handwritten in gold pen on the back of the headstock. Other info is written neatly too, like Private Stock, or USA Only, etc. It has always looked like the same neat handwriting that does that, for all these years.

How much more is a PRS 10 top?

The 10 top means the top of that guitar is more figured than a non-10 top, so visually it’ll look a bit better. Personally, $400 extra for a bit more figuring in the top is not worth it. Yeah, they’ll sound basically the same, unless one has different pickups. Even then it won’t be a big difference.

What guitar brand has bird on the fretboard?

PRS bird
The PRS bird inlays are one of the most recognizable trademarks of our brand, but you may be wondering, why birds? We chatted with Paul Reed Smith about the history behind his decision and why it has stuck with our company for 32+ years. “My mother was a bird watcher,” said Paul Reed Smith.

Where was my PRS made?

PRS Private Stock Guitars are made in Paul Reed Smith’s main factory in Stevensville, Maryland, USA.