The PRS Electric Guitar Book: A Complete History of Paul Reed Smith Electrics

It's a must-have for anyone who loves the PRS guitars. It's great story well told and the picture are really well done.

I really enjoyed this book. I worked at PRS in Annapolis from '88-'91 and I can say that historically, as far as the three years when I was there, this book seems to be right on the money. Lots of beautiful pictures... but even if you had a picture of every gorgeous guitar ever made by PRS, it would still be difficult to illustrate the splendor that these guitars represent.However, I recently bought a PRS SE Custom-7 and was hoping to get some insight into Paul's 7-string line by purchasing this book. I've only found one mention in the back of the book where it lists all SE models and there is a short blurb about all of the things that you can know by just looking at the guitar like, 24 frets, two humbuckers, laminated maple, seven strings, push/pull coil tap, etc. No mention anywhere about the seven string line. I understand this version of the book was made before the SVN came out but I would think there should be more info about the early 25" scale 7-string.Otherwise, if you don't have a 7-string PRS, I recommend this book highly to anyone who owns or loves PRS guitars.

Got this for my son last Christmas. Awesome photos, but what really amazed him was the detailed history of Paul Reed Smith Guitars. I read it as well and was impressed with Dave Burrluck's writing and the level of detail in the book. It's obvious Mr. Smith was highly engaged during the writing. He shares many thoughts about PRS projects over the years and the rationale behind why and how many signature PRS guitars and technology was developed.This book is a window into Smith's goals, dreams and influences as he sought to build the Holy Grail of electric guitars. It also demonstrates how Smith was willing to chase his dreams and push through obstacles and struggles as he built one of the marquis guitar brands in the world. A great lesson to young and old alike that it is possible to do great things through hard work, courage and perseverance.This is a read you'll go back to over and over again. Highly Recommended!

all great photos (the very reason why I bought it) wish it had a lot more private stocks, and my biggest disappointment was that not a single or little sneak peak at 30th anniversary models!!! other than that, very nice book, not as good as the coffee table though for picture quality and printing materials, overall nice and concise

Wonderful book about PRS guitars and its history. Many brilliant photos cover them all and the story is quite fascinating. How did a little shop in Maryland manage to entice Santana, Peter Frampton and jazz legend Al DiMeola to use them? Quality, playability and classy style. Eye candy for PRS or guitar fans in general.

A very informative book. Plus it shows some high quality illustrations of the different models of PRS guitars. A must have book if you are a PRS guitar owner.

If you like PRS guitars you’ll love this book

Great Read! I never knew what went into the design and manufacture of these beautiful guitars. This book will make you realize just how special they are!

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Excelente articulo a excelente precio, esta muy cool encontrar tu guitarra en las paginas junto a otros modelos. Informativo e impresión de buena calidad

Mio marito L ha adorato! Lo voleva da tempo e finalmente L ho trovato! Un regalo apprezzatissimo!!

Histoire bien écrite, nombreuses illustrations, pour découvrir ou approfondir ses connaissances sur Paul Reed Smith et ses guitares. Petit bémol : la couverture est un peu endommagée, râpée.

当然のことですが、全編英語なので辞書を片手に気合を入れて読まないとＰＲＳのこれまでの歴史やポリシーなどが理解できません。ただ拙い私の英語読解力でもなんとか「こんなことが書いてある」と分かるし、ＰＲＳについて少し理解が深まった気がします。欲を言えば、もっともっと写真を多く載せてほしかった（笑）そして普通に楽器店でも見られるギターだけでなくて、もっとレアなギター（例えばプロトタイプなど）や工場の様子、アーチストの写真など充実していると良かったなと思います。余談ですが、外国の出版社が発刊する本を見ると、日本の出版社が手掛けた本の質や写真の発色などは本当にいいな、と改めで思いました。