PRS Vela S2 Satin Vintage Cherry

A 2024 S2 that steps up without losing PRS DNA

After ten years of existence, the PRS S2 series evolves in 2024 with the integration of pickups and electronic components made in the USA. This PRS S2 Vela Satin thus stands as an ideal bridge between the "workhorse" spirit of the S2 range and more premium features, while retaining what makes the model charming: a strong personality, a vintage approach, and a true richness of tonal textures.

For which guitarists and styles?

The S2 Vela Satin is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists who want an electric guitar with a marked character, capable of shifting from a sharp and bright sound to rounder, more articulated registers. Its temperament is particularly suited to rock, indie, punk, pop, and any rhythmically precise playing where the guitar needs to "cut through the mix." The push/pull split also allows exploring airier tones, useful for arpeggios or dynamic clean parts.

The sound

The combination of a mahogany body and solidbody construction provides a warm foundation, with present mids and naturally generous sustain. On the pickups side, the PRS DS-01 in the treble position highlights attack, brightness, and a very expressive sharpness, ideal for riffs and leads that need to stand out. In the bass position, the PRS Narrowfield delivers bite, great note-to-note definition, and precise response, useful when maintaining clarity with gain. The push/pull tone split opens an alternative that is thinner and snappier, perfect for varying dynamics without changing guitars. Finally, the PRS fixed bridge with two compensated saddles, featuring brass saddles and an aluminum plate, contributes to stability, intonation, and sustain, while remaining practical thanks to top-loading string installation.

Recommended compatible accessories

To maintain the original feel, favor electric guitar strings with a 10-46 gauge. A standard strap (classic ends) will suit standing play, and the included gig bag is ideal for daily transport.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Category	ST	Electronics	Passive
Left handed	No	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	Steel	Color	Red
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	22	Hardware	Nickel

Type	solidbody electric guitar	Logo	Signature on headstock
Wood	mahogany	Bridge	PRS fixed
Top	asymmetrical carved	Tuners	lightweight locking PRS
Finish	Satin Vintage Cherry (nitro)	Treble pickup	PRS DS-01
Fingerboard	rosewood	Bass pickup	PRS Narrowfield
Profile	Regular	Controls	1 volume, 1 push/pull tone for pickup split
Frets	22	Selector	3 positions
Scale length	25" / 635 mm	Model	2024
Radius	10" / 254 mm	Made in	USA
Inlays	"Birds"	Case	Gig Bag included