PRS Silver Sky SE MN LH Stone Blue

PRS x John Mayer: The Silver Sky DNA, Available in SE Series

Born from the collaboration launched in 2018 between PRS and John Mayer, the Silver Sky has established itself as a demanding reinterpretation of the single-coil guitar: a familiar instrument in spirit, but optimized in luthiery details and ergonomics. The PRS SE Silver Sky Maple LH carries this philosophy in a more accessible version, without sacrificing the key elements that create the model's "feel": a 25.5" / 648 mm scale length for tension, attack, and rhythmic precision; an 8.5" / 216 mm radius that naturally supports bends; and reliable setup thanks to the PRS double-action truss rod (front access).

The "Stone Blue" finish and the maple neck and maple fingerboard highlight a look that is both clean and timeless. On stage or in the studio, this understated aesthetic primarily serves the essentials: a responsive guitar, easy to set up, designed to stay inspiring day after day, rehearsal after rehearsal.

Who This Left-Handed Silver Sky SE Is For

This Silver Sky SE Maple LH is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced left-handed guitarists seeking an expressive solidbody comfortable in clear tones and subtle dynamic playing. Its 635JM neck profile promotes immediate playability: comfortable enough for extended chords while remaining precise for alternate picking, double-stops, and melodic lines.

In terms of styles, it excels particularly in pop, funk, soul, blues, and rock. The 2-point tremolo opens the door to subtle inflections, "floating" chords, and singing melodies, while the three single-coil configuration maintains excellent clarity in the mix, even with effects (compressor, light overdrive, chorus, or delay).

A Detailed Single-Coil Tone with Snap and Singing Mids

The set of three PRS 635JM "S" single-coil pickups is designed to deliver a balanced musical response: a bright top end without harshness, present mids that highlight melodies, and a clear low end that stays clean in rhythm playing. In the neck position, you get round and open tones, perfect for blues, arpeggios, and expressive clean parts. The middle pickup offers a balanced response very useful for tight rhythms, while the bridge pickup provides more attack and bite to cut through the mix in crunch.

Positions 2 and 4 on the 5-way selector deliver that famous punchy "quack," ideal for funk chicken picking, muted chords, and syncopated riffs. The 1 master volume and 2 tone controls allow quick brightness adjustments depending on the amp, pedal, or room, while preserving true playing dynamics: the harder you play, the more the guitar responds, without compressing your touch.

The luthiery fully contributes to the character: the poplar body provides a balanced range and good responsiveness, while the maple neck and fingerboard enhance definition, snap, and attack precision. The bolt-on neck construction adds to the tactile response, with natural sustain that remains clean and usable whether playing crystal-clear tones or moderate saturation.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the intended playing balance, favor electric strings gauged 10-46, as per the original setup. For daily use, a sturdy strap, a quality 6.35 mm jack cable, and a stable stand (A-frame or tripod type) are simple and universally compatible choices with this guitar.

Technical specifications

Type	solidbody, left-handed	Truss rod	PRS double-action (front access)
Wood	poplar	Headstock shape	reversed PRS Silver Sky, "SE" signature logo
Finish	"Stone Blue"	Tremolo	2-point steel
Construction	bolt-on	Tuners	vintage style
Fingerboard	maple, "Small Birds" inlays	Hardware finish	nickel
Number of frets	22	Pickups	3 PRS 635JM "S" single-coils
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Controls	1 master volume, 2 tone controls
Fingerboard radius	8.5" / 216 mm	Selector	5 positions
Profile	635JM	Strings	10-46 gauge (PRS Classic installed)
Nut	synthetic bone	Gig bag	included