PRS DGT SE Review (Initial Impressions)
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- Initial impressions of the PRS DGT SE. It's the hot new guitar for 2023, but is it actually that special?
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0:00 Intro Jam
0:30 Intro
1:20 Tuners
2:00 Picky Rant #1
2:50 Setup and Nut
3:15 Frets
4:10 Neck
5:44 Inlay Rant
6:08 Mystery Girl Cameo
7:28 Neck Summary
7:40 Gold Top
8:07 High Fret Access & Heel Joint
8:43 Picky Rant #2
9:37 Wood, Body, & Comfort
10:10 Tremolo Talk & Demo
11:39 Pickups and Tones
14:17 Pickup Summary
14:40 Playing Inspired by this guitar
15:38 Mini-Lesson
16:00 Still Inspired
16:35 Control Layout
17:06 Summary
18:10 More Tones - Hudba
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Seriously, watching your content feels like my friends and I discussing our equipment.
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@@hkguitar1984 I appreciate that thank you!
@@andrefludd I just finished watching this video a second time, I've a quick question.
Do you thing the USA Made PRS DGT would be as great a value as this SE?
Is it possible the USA Made is that much better?
I've a friend who owns an early 2007 DGT, it is a fantastic instrument.
Also, the half-moon inlays are a beautifully executed understatement.
I don’t know what evil magic PRS employs on their pickups but they make the best sounding split coil sound. To my ears their higher end humbuckers have a very convincing single coil sound when split. Also Mr. Guitar Dr., I’m so happy for you that your channel is growing. You definitely have created a niche for yourself on the flooded guitar oriented CZcams channel market.
I'm doing my best out here thank you! I do agree, the pickups are shockingly good.
Partial tap resitors 😊
I know of the DTG core pickups they spent months and months going back and forth with Grissom to nail that coil split and so they were able just bring the specs to the SE pickups but they have lately elevated even those.
You can just add a simple resistor to ground in any coil split switch and get same result as PRS
Agree 100%! Even the low end import pick ups split better than most. My US and Import PRS just have better split sounds than my other guitars.
Thank you for reviewing this guitar! It does seem to have a lot of hype behind it but it seems like the hype is deserved. I really enjoy and appreciate your approach towards reviewing gear
Thank you :)
I played a few PRS guitars and never understood the hype behind them. I do respect the company though and this video just makes me want to try one. The last thing I need is another guitar. 😆
Excellent review! These are still back ordered for a while seems like everywhere. PRS SE really upped their game this year with this DGT and the 594
Thanks for the well spoken analytical review of this guitar. I appreciate that your approach to the analysis of this guitar is serous and detailed. Well done.
Keep killing it, great content as always!
I grabbed one a few months back. Love it. A real workhorse. Records wonderfully with little need to EQ or chase wild frequencies that happen with LPs. Gets a wide range of tones. Even unplugged, it sounds big.
Cool, I got the McCarty SE this year and I love it. Those pickups do sound really good in the DGT.
I have a large zip-loc bag full of truss rod covers, backplates, and screws...lol. I generally only remove them once, and then only replace them if I'm selling the guitar.
I do the exact same thing, but I'm too dumb to keep a zip lock bag, so they hang around in random places, then I lose the screws, and right before selling them, I buy new screws.
That smile on your face as you play is worth a thousand words. I could tell you are just vibing with the DGT so much.
It can't be faked lol
Many thanks for your first look at the DGT SE. I'm really glad (and relieved) that you seem so genuinely excited by it, because I've had one on order since February and the latest update is that it should arrive in a couple of weeks' time! Like you, I went straight for the Gold Top with its classy and understated half-moon inlays. 😎
You have great taste, my friend :). I bet you'll love it.
You have quickly become my favorite guitar channel, Keep it up man, your channel will hopefully grow fast.
Thank you :)
Doc, this has to be the most comprehensive and lucid review I've seen on YT about this guitar. You're crushing it!! Thank you!!!
Thank you :)
nice review!
Thank you for your detailed analysis that reinforces my desire to acquire it, I listened to all the demos available on CZcams, this guitar sounds, the pickups are very good. PRs has made very strong with this SE and the demanding David Grissom has helped
You crack me up! Solid review and nice playing.
Thank you :)
Man im rooting for your success! 💪
Great review / playing as always dude!
Thank you :)
My PRS custom 24 has been able to suppress the urge to buy more guitars for almost 3 years now. Glad to see your satisfaction with their quality as well!
I need to get a core model to try for a while...I can only imagine.
I picked up a GC run with of the custom 24 in trans black with an ebony board. Didn't need it but I added the PRS locking tuners for convenience. Plays better than more expensive guitars.
Great review. I'm an "old PRS guy" .. grew up near Paul's hop in Annapolis MD and bought my first in ~1988. I'd like to try one of these out. The SE's are really impressive year over year. I have a slightly modded (Suhr Thornbucker pickups, locking keys etc) Zach Myers semi-hollow that I gig all the time - quality is A+.
PRS is doing an amazing job with the new SE line, the DGT is my favorite with the McCarty. I have an CE24, and i love it, is really a perfect guitar.
The dot inlays are actually why I bought an S2. Now its my favorite guitar!
Great stuff thanks 👍🏻
Thank you :)
The volume knobs are so you can dial in each pickup so maybe one is used with a lot of gain and the other is dialed back, like the neck to do clean stuff with in one song.. This is an old trick that lot's of guys used / myself included with a Les Paul.. except it has two tones, but I never use them..
I got mine 2 weeks ago and i've been playing every single day for hours. Unfortunately, it's going back to the factory because the nut was not cut properly. It didn't affect playability at all, but it needed to be serviced. PRS has been great in working with me so i have no complaints. Congratulations fellow NJ guitarist!
Thank u. Best review of a PRS eye've seen in a while. THIS might b the one...
I've never felt drawn to PRS, but this could totally change my mind. Less fussy fretboard inlays definitely a part of that.
PRS sells locking tuners for the SE guitars for about $100. That said I have an SE CU24 and honestly the stock tuners worked really well. I replaced them anyway just because string changes are so much easier. I would also have one of these SE DGTs if I weren't cursed with left-handedness.
I'm also left-handed, but I never learned guitar that way. Interestingly enough, I'm a big left hand legato guy and my picking is horrible.
I am also mostly left-handed but learned guitar right-handed and never really even thought about it.
Neither of my SEs (594std and 277bari) have tuning issues from their non lockers, and I don't change strings enough to be bothered by the extra ten minutes. High quality all around
I have an SE-1000 and it’s my favorite to play. Just sounds powerful!
Great job brother…I have that guitar and I also have the PRS SE Santana Singlecut …I think the limited run Santana Singlecut feels and sounds fantastic and on par with the DGT and I think overlooked
I completely agree about the clarity and harmonics. I have the 24 08 and i feel the same. I play Amazing Grace with all harmonics and it sounds so clear, bright and strong on the SE! The guitar is just so resonant. Alot of people say that doesn't matter with an electric but i completely and forcefully disagree. Inspiration makes playing and tones sound better. A guitar that lively and resonant makes you want to play. In my opinion inspiration and connection to an instrument are 75% of great tone. Stevie Ray could play through an 87 Gorilla and it would sound amazing. Inspired playing always sounds great!
Couldn’t agree more!
The DGT (David Grissom Tremelo) is based on his specs. He mostly plays on the bridge pup, and swells with the knobs with his pinky. The core model is the same. As for the minimal fret sprout, that's probably due to weather factors, not factory.
Or its due to both
@Cocoa Koifish 錦鯉 from prs? Not likely. I have 6 prs guitars with no fret issues. And I've played well over 20 in my local shop, no fret sprouts. Keep in mind prs unboxes all guitars for examination from overseas.
Excellent review. I converted to PRS a few years ago. Their quality and attention to detail across all the range is way above other companies.
Why did you have to "convert?" Is it a religion or cult?
@@AlexVonCrankit's a way of life
love the Gold top look!
Tom Bukovac just posted a video about how he hates sticky finishes on newer guitars. And he just so happened to have a newer Gibson SG. He brought it to a tech and the tech said he thinks it's because there's too much material applied and that's why so many newer guitars have that sticky neck.
The tech used 0000 steel wool from a fine woodworking store to go over the back of the neck. The stuff from Home Depot isn't fine enough. He then polished it and made the guitar more playable without hardly any noticeable difference.
Also, really love your review. I respect your opinion and your attention to detail. Looking forward to your long term review as well.
Yep that’s a great solution. Thanks for sharing and thanks for supporting the channel
Love the in depth review as always, and the playing at the end as well! It seems like switching to single coils doesn't dramatically drop the output and its a pretty nice sound. Well done start to finish.
Thank you :). Yea! Even split they still have plenty of volume. I didn’t need to adjust anything between the two. It’s pretty amazing.
Really enjoy your reviews. You pick out interesting instruments, for a start, but it's clear that you're very honest in them. I loved how genuinely impressed / surprised by this one.
Oh, and you should never apologise for pointing out minor details!
Thank you!
Honestly, the smile on your face at the beginning of the video told me what I wanted to know.
Those moon inlays were his original design that he was going to use as a standard, but people back then liked the birds more. I do enjoy both and wish to see more moon inlays in PRS's future. My 594 wood library has the birds on it. I like them a lot.
Thanks for letting us know they weren't chipped, I was really worried.
I’m glad you’re enjoying it, I have a core DGT model and the pick ups are just so fantastic. I’m going to pick up an SE version so I can compare them and hopefully I will love the SE just as much as the core.
Having two Guild guitars with the same pickup knob arrangement, I think I can make a guess as to the logic: the default volume knob setting is full-up, both knobs. When you want those differential tones, you decrease the neck pickup for a sharper tone, or decrease the bridge pickup for a rounder tone. The knob you go for is the knob visually paired with the pickup you want more of. You want more bridge, you go for the rear knob, you want more neck, you go for the front knob. But to turn them down, not up. It explains clunkily, but plays very intuitively.
I missed the unboxing due to the international timezone thing but I'm glad you reviewed this guitar, it sounded like you were having a lot of fun with it.
Initial impressions only haha. ..the full review will likely be... obnoxiously long and overly detailed. Hope you have a great weekend Simon.
@@andrefludd - thanks, you too. I look forward to the obnoxiously detailed review!
You would love the trem cover on Vai's latest sig model Pia JEM. Instead of screws to secure the cover plate, it uses magnets. Just grab the cover and pull it off. Want it back on? Simply press it back into place. That's it. Similarly, you know what's better than one screw for the truss rod cover? No truss rod cover, like a Fender, Suhr, Charvel, or my new Kiesel, which still uses a Gibson-PRS-style tilt-back headstock. There really is zero reason for truss rod covers, unless you're Larry Carlton and your sig model 335's TRC is inscribed with 'Mr. 335.'
Great initial review Andre, I have the same guitar in Gold and agreed with everything you said. The pickups and playability are great and your dead on about every position being usable and the gloss neck not being sticky. I liked this guitar because the mahogany set neck and shorter scale does things for the humbucker modes I prefer over my HSS strat type swiss army knife guitars. I also think the DGT SE is a bit more vintage voiced compared to many of the more modern versatile guitars out there but still has great playability, it's a great mix. Not sure what you meant when you wrote one piece neck construction though, mines certainly not one piece.
I pulled all the specs directly from the prs site
Nobody's had a bad thing to say about this guitar as of yet. Really interested in trying one.
Glad to see the usual PRS quality through the range is the same here. Beyond that, I love watching you vibe with a good guitar!
Thanks, Mike :).
Thanks for great videos!
Nice review, thanks! I'm still teetering on the edge of buying this model. I would have been an 'early adopter' except when mine arrived a month ago it had a horrible, and very visible, knot in the wood of the binding. (I thought these were all going to specially QC'd in line with the punctilious demands of Dave Grissom...) When the retailer (here in the UK) got in touch about my replacement, they were honest and said the fingerboards varied in colouring, so I asked for pictures of the two they had received. Instead of being almost completely black like yours (and all the launch videos and PRS marketing photo sets sent to retailers and reviewers...) they are now coming through with the 'streaky bacon' cheap-wood fingerboard look that I personally hate. So I asked for my money back instead. I may relent if I see any online that have nice dark fingerboards, but I don't hold out much hope; they're starting in on the less handsome wood stock methinks.... 😒
I really appreciate your reviews. Anybody can gush about how awesome everything they test is, but you consistently identify things prospective buyers ought to know. If the affordable SE lasts a year in your collection, PRS should include that fact in their advertising.
Thank you :). I actually have 2 other guitars coming in the next few days and a ton that haven't been on the channel yet. I have to do an annual thing where I explain why I kept vs sold certain guitars.
I had a PRS Mike Mushok SE baritone a long time ago before they discontinued it. The SE models are truly fantastic guitars and were even back then. Speaking of baritones, I think it'd be pretty cool to see you try out some baritones with them gaining more popularity recently. As usual, Dr. Fludd, great video, keep it up.
I’m ot a PRS fan but this was a very good review that has me reconsidering.
Nice review lm sold
Andre, where could I get that thing you have on your guitars to adjust the angle on the lower horn for playing more comfortably?
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Great in depth review. I have two SE Custom 24's and a Core 35th anniversary and the SE's hold their own against the Core. I've been looking to get either a DGT SE or a McCarty 594 SE and you might have pushed me towards the DGT.
men because of you i ordered one!🤘
No birds? No way! Just kidding ;) Great video man. I love my PRS Ce24, didn't try the DGT yet. Cheers!
What is that connected to the bottom horn of your guitar? Looks like something I could use for practicing.
Enjoy your guitar! I watched part of the unboxing live stream, you were quick releasing this first impressions video.
Cort starting to manufacture the PRS SE line probably was the reason why they discontinued a favourite of mine, their M series. 😭 My Cort M600 is my reference guitar in every aspect. It has the looks of a PRS, but it actuallly is more like an evolved Les Paul. From what I saw I think it used to be built better than PRS SE line. The 1-screw truss rod plate is standard in all Cort guitars, regardless of the price range (I just permanently remove it, though). Brands using either Cort or Samick factories in Indonesia usually jack up prices no less than $300 compared to one of these manufacturer's similar-range own models, and in my experience the full QC offered by these factories is also partially overlooked by some of these brands in order to cut costs (Ibanez is one of them, as I experienced first-hand). I believe PRS is getting the full QC service, although I've seen issues with their paint (I could find these instruments typically offered as B-stock), and those fret ends don't look nearly as good as in my 2013 M600 ($500-600 price range), and definitely worse than in my 2016 Washburn PX Solar 170 C (this was in the $800 price range, also made by Cort).
The main issue with instruments built in tropical areas is, even if they're perfectly built, wood is naturally more damp during the manufacturing process, which is also quite automated and fast, and when you take those instruments to drier areas (like, most of the rest of the world), everything shrinks, and fret ends will likely pop out. People instinctively relate every case of it to a QC issue, though. It has to be noted that PRS has a very good approach about this in their USA-made models, they're taking neck shaping really slowly in several stages taking weeks until wood would stop moving that much, but of course this adds up to the price. BTW Vigier is the most extreme in this process, taking years.
I have no data on why both volume controls are set that way. I'd speculate they chose this layout y on this model since most people tend to use the bridge pickup all the time, so it would satisfy players using their pinky to constantly control the volume. Or it could just be David Grissom's personal preference, since it's his signature model.
Thanks for sharing and for being part of the live stream
I have gone through various PRS phases from "all in" to not wanting to gig with the fancy topped expensive ones for fear of scratching them. At no time have I ever questioned their quality. You mention how nice the bridge is... Paul designed them with John Mann and I've replaced EVERY one of my strat bridges with PRS or Mann Made bridges. I love the comfort contour under the edge of the hand when palm muting, and the 6 knife edges underneath and the slots in the 6 screws instead of sliding around on a smooth post. The 594 and the DGT IMO are among the best guitars ever made (Core, S2, and SE depending on your pricepoint, but are all top notch). I got a good deal on an S2 594 and was planning on flipping it... but it quickly became one of my top 3 guitars and may end up being a forever-keeper. ☮❤🎶
l played a DGT yesterday. GREAT guitar...just like your video shows. My question is - given the really high quality of the newer SE models (DGT, 24-08, 594), is it practical to buy a core model?
I've only had 1 extended experience with a core model and that was the Silver Sky. In that case, I didn't feel the need to have the core model. And in this case, I don't intended on ever buying a DGT Core. I'm sure it's amazing, but I can't justify the price right now.
I've been looking for a humbucking guitar a bit like this. I might not get it anytime soon since I am working on a partscaster, but I only own and plan to to own single coil or stacked coil guitars, I might get this at some point because of the price and the humbuckers.
Thats why you should check out John Mann Guitar Vault John made the original PRS Trem , I have them on my Strats now also killer Trem
David plays 98% on the bridge pickup so thus the volume for that is most accessible. Also I don't remember but there is something about the coil split being like 75/25 instead of 50/50 if that makes sense
It would be good to see you have a conversation with David Grissom. The two of you have the most attention to detail on guitars. He has such high standards. The SE isn’t just a cheaper DGT. Grissom approved all of the specs before his name was put on it. From the neck carve to the finish. The pickups and electronics and overall feel of the instrument needed to be up to snuff for both the Core and the SE editions.
I'd be honored to talk to David, but I assume he has bigger fish to fry lol.
@@andrefludd may one day you be a bigger fish lol
About the backplate/screws issue - some builders are using magnetic backplates now, so you don't have any screws at all.
What it is you having on youre guitar that helps you to hold a guitar in a right position ? ;) great video by the way ,regards Greg form Norway
It’s called the performaxe!
You rock!🤓👍
Thank you :)
I don’t know PRS but Kramer puts the Bridge Pickup Volume control near the bridge so you can do volume swells.
I had a SE Tremonti years ago. I don't know why I sold it. It was light, comfortable and I love the take on the singlecut shape. I think it had a few dings because it was sevond hand.
Now, what I really want to get is a hollow body SE.
Nice to see your take on more affordable guitars. That DGT looks like a keeper.
I had one, I didn't get to review it before letting it go. It was really nice
@@andrefludd That' s a pity. Would have liked your review. Did you like it? Do you remember whar color it was?
If the gloss is sticky or not well that depends on the type of coating. I have played satin necks that where not all that slick.
Old classy wooden furniture with an highgloss thin coating those are more slippery than wet and also very durable.
Guitars used to bee the same but as more seldom today for the same reason that furniture of to day may look as just as fine but.
David Grissom (DGT) said the coil split is not 50/50, it is like 2/3 so you still get most of the bite on the bridge pick-up.
Nice to know I’m not the only one who prefers one screw truss rod covers! I have an Edwards Les Paul custom with a one screw truss rod cover and considering it has the old style Gibson truss rod making adjustments is an absolute breeze.
Edwards is also a brand you should keep an eye out for if you’re ever scouring the market for Gibson style guitars but want to avoid paying Gibson prices.
I'm a one guitar person, and for the last 3-4 years m one guitar has been a PRS SE 24 Floyd. So I'm really used to the PRS "wide thin" neck profile. I tried both the SE DGT and the SE 594 with my boss a few months ago (hes been looking at getting a PRS). The 594 neck is definitely a bit fatter than the wide thin on mine, but the neck on the DGT felt really bizarre. I flat out hated it. The shape, the way it tapered as you go down the neck, everything about it was just wrong to me. The DGT pickups worked better for any sort of dirt tones than the 58/15 LT pickups though.
I appreciate your demo with clean tones. How can you tell the story running a tube screamer.
I have a problem with the strings and the machines. I'll probably change them to the PRS lockers. Other than that - 100% Thsnks again ...
Glad I could help! And I totally agree. Clean tones are so important
Where do you get the knee extension piece that fits on your guitar. Please let me know I need one because of disability issues.
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Would love to see a PRS SE custom 24-08 compared to this one. Great review btw
Great review. While I play a very different style from you, but I enjoy your thoughtful reviews.
Thanks! What do you play?
PRS used to have moons as the base inlay but everyone always wanted birds so they basically stopped offering them. The old PRS forum was called Birds and Moons back when it was online too.
I didn't know that. Thanks for the info!
I like everything about this guitar except the color and inlays. For my first PRS, I really want bird inlays and a Veneer Top!
Strange volume controls. How would they work into a germanium fuzz. Must be hard to roll off the gtr volume for clean tones. Anyone tried?
So nice to have a review that doesn’t involve a free guitar. Thank you.
Not planning on reading through 260 comments so TL;DR Grissom mainly plays the bridge and is constantly playing with the bridge volume when he plays which is why the pots are in the order they are.
as always, i really enjoyed the review. i don't usually get into the aesthetics of PRS, but, this one is pretty sexy. say, have you ever considered reviewing a Reverend Double Agent W, or their Warhawk DAW? just curious on your thoughts on Reverends with tremelo & H/P config . .. . cheers!
I’ve only tried reverend in store, but it felt pretty nice. It was the Koch sig
I just had a question not related to this particular guitar but ... what is the support between the guitar and your leg called? I always play nearly leaning over the guitar to be comfortable but it hurts my back in the long time. Otherwise, all your videos are pinpoint accurate good job man!
It's called performaxe. I have a review on the channel. Thanks for supporting :)
Sounds fantastic. I'm not typically a gold top fan, but this one looks nice, especially with the dark neck.
I will say though, I'm in the group that finds nitpicking about screws to be a step too far... but I respect that not everyone will share that opinion. Thanks for the video.
Well I kept the screws talk to under 2 minutes ;). Hopefully the rest was useful
@@andrefluddhey great video!... what's the thing you have attached to the bottom cut way?
Excellent review of the PRS DGT SE! I am puzzled, though, why the DGT is getting all of the attention when the McCarty SE is equally as good. I have both, and value you them both for their unique sounds and playability. From your comments about flashy bird inlays and preference for a gold top, I can see how the appearance of the McCarty models might be cons for you. But the sounds are fantastic. If I were to characterize it, both models sound like a mix between a Les Paul and a Strat, with the McCarty leaning more towards the Les Paul sound and the DGT learning more towards the Strat end. Anyway, really enjoy your videos. Signing up to support your work on Patreon!
Yea I’m not a huge single cut guy, but I may have to give that one a try. At least pick it up at a store and see what I think. Thank you for supporting on Patreon. It’s a huge help and really appreciated.
I'm with you re: Inlays. I hate the bird inlays. Love a simple dot, rectangle, or trapezoid inlay.
That split sound is better than pretty much any others I've heard. A lot of mid priced stuff, the makers don't take the effort to make all the pickup settings sound unique when you switch.
100%
Thanks again, Doc…love the playing and review…not a PRS man meself, but can appreciate it!
Hey: “Mystery Girl” is becoming less of a mystery in this video…..😂
We tested it, you still couldn’t pick her out of a line up 😂
I watch a lot of your videos and never comment, I just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos 🙂
Thank you :). I appreciate you watching. I also welcome your future comments :).
What is that contraption you have under your guitar? Where can I buy it from?
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Andre you have a funny silver thing attached to the guitar. ;)
Paul Reed Smith thought the moon inlays would be the most popular, but when the company started selling guitars with the birds inlays, the majority of orders were for birds, which is why that became the default. The people have spoken, you're in the minority. I love the birds 😁
Great video, Dr. Fludd! I’ve seen so many reviews on this guitar, and everyone seems to be in agreement that this is one of the best bang-for-buck guitars out there on the market currently. It’s rare to find a guitar in this price bracket that doesn’t have a glaring weakness. Even Dylan from DylanTalksTone (a boutique pickup winder) had good things to say about the stock DGT “S” pickups, considering the price of the entire guitar. I just wish that one of my local dealers would stock this import model so that I could try it out… then again, it might make me feel ridiculous for buying a Core Custom 24 back in the day.
P.S. We need more videos of your noodling on the guitar! 😊
I ordered mine in January and it just came in May so I think it's just that no one can keep them in stock! They sell out so fast. I hope you try one soon and I will be posting more playing soon. In fact, lots over the summer once the semester ends. Thanks for your support :)
Hey Phi, can you link the video Dylan talks about the DGT "S" pickups I can't find it?
@@voxshall Ah, dang… I was mistaken. 😔 With all of the “New for 2023” gear updates, and with Dylan buying so many PRS guitars recently, I must have garbled the bits in my mind and spewed up a false memory. Dylan actually bought and reviewed the 2023 SE McCarty 594, which has the 58/15 LT “S” pickups. (Dylan really liked the tone of the full Humbuckers, but didn’t like the volume drop when the Coils were tapped.) Sorry for leading you on a Wild Goose Chase, Jamie. My apologies, and for anyone else reading my original comment, please disregard.
My two cents: I own 30 guitars. The pickups on my dgt-se are AMAZING!!! They sound great from 1-10 on the volume knob. They have more range of "clean -up" than any pickups I've ever played (over 50+yrs.). They can mimick pretty much every guitar sound, and most importantly, they have a clarity I've never experienced. I would pay 4 times the price of this guitar . Just Astonishing!!!
Whatever you do, don't tell your wife that they can mimic pretty much every guitar! Otherwise, she won't be satisfied until she sees 29 eBay listings!
@@ParaBellum2024 If I was married, I probably wouldn't have 30... Thanks for the reply!
@@brianmiller3287 That makes perfect sense!
Nice review. But what really caught my eye was guitar rest. Who makes that?
The guitar rest
I am debating between this and a McCarty 594. Anyone play both and have thoughts?
Thoughts on this Andre?
The point behind the controls is that 90% of players are primarily bridge players, so they put the volume control nearest to where most players will use it.
Where did you score the goldtop? They're hard to find at a normal price.
I reserved mine in January at Kraft music.
@andrefludd oh Ok. I've been on the fence about pre-ordering because of how drastically different the rosewood fretboards are. I like them dark. I'd be disappointed with one of those pale ones. You seem to have gotten lucky though.