PRS has been experimenting quite a bit over the last couple of years with southpaw SEs, so hopefully, the fact that these are still here means that these versatile workhorse guitars are here to stay. The Custom 24 is the design that started it all for PRS, and is perfect for bedroom guitarists or studio/gig playing alike. PRS SE Custom 24 Left HandedĪt the time of writing the PRS SE Custom 24 left handed is the only southpaw model that PRS is offering from stock. SE stands for ‘Student Edition’, and comprises a range of affordable guitars aimed primarily at beginner and intermediate players.Īlthough these guitars are at the lower end of the PRS price range, these models also make great workhorse guitars and are regularly seen in the hands of professional players. The thing about left handed guitars is that if your going to do it right the following list has to all be done backwards: the cases, nut slots, side dots, neck carve, body shape, knob numbers, bridge, pot tapers, and the owner’s manual is written in French.” Left Handed PRS GuitarsĪt the moment, the only left handed PRS guitars on offer are from the SE series. “I was told the left handed market was 5%.1 out of 20. So this could help to explain why the brand is so reluctant to build many southpaws. In addition, in a 2015 Reddit AMA (ask me anything), Paul Reed Smith claimed that just 0.5% of guitarists play left handed. It’s interesting reading if you have a few minutes spare! In my article ‘ why are left-handed guitars more expensive?‘, I spoke with PRS to find out more about why they produce such a small number of lefties. In addition, PRS has also announced a further 8 limited edition lefty guitars that are due to be released this Fall. Yes! At the time of writing PRS currently offers 3 left handed guitars, all of which are from the brand’s more affordable SE range. For example, check out the previous selection of SE Custom 24s or the newer limited edition Sand Blasted SEs which were exclusive to Europe.īut what’s available right now? Let’s see… Does PRS Make Left Handed Guitars? There are also older and limited edition PRS left-handed models available on the second-hand market. For example, check out our friends over at LeftyGuitarsOnly. Wondering which left handed PRS guitars are currently available? Let’s take a look!Īt the time of writing the current range only includes guitars from the SE series, however, there are Core Series, and Wood Library/Private Stock options which you may find at specialist dealers.
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