PRS S2 594 With Lacquer Finish
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- čas přidán 11. 02. 2020
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He's so indulgent, excellent reviews and no bullshit, probably the no 1 guitar reviewer in my opinion. For professional guitarists its a blessing to learn about gear in detail here.
Ive always loved PRS since i first bought their first gen Santana SE many many years ago. Open chords are just so full and warm and I just love the hell out of it.
Sweet guitar. Was planning on ordering one soon. Thanks Phil for another great review.
I know there’s so much to your videos, but I really love your playing Phil! You’re honestly one of my favorite creators on here.
its a beautiful guitar with a great sound . Thanks for a clear and good description of this guitar
YES THANK YOU FOR THIS REVIEW. BEEN WAITING FOR SO LONG AND THERES NO S2 594 CONTENT 🙏😭🙏
new studio set up looks great
I’m blown away by the S2 594. The single cut is what I want, it looks stunning.
THX Phil. This was a great video and greatly expected too. I'm not going to hide that i'd love to see the A / B comparison with the core 594. So i 👍!
I've been waiting for this review and it doesn't disappoint. I'm going to buy the Thinline mostly to get the pattern thin neck.
loved the tone on that baby. Amp Racks! Cool. I'm still stacking
It does have a really full sound and huge tone
This guitar is £1,849 in the UK, which although half the price of the core model is still a lot of money, so I believe they should be able to offer a case at this kind of money, other companies do. An SE comes in a gig bag, a USA made guitar should come with a case. I agree that it should have locking tuners.
Tone all over. Nice nice. Thanks Phil!
Love the new look for the office/studio
Love your reviews, thanks!
Sounds fantastic with that tube screamer. Wow.
Awesome video and very educational as well.
Excellent. Thank you.
It sounds fantastic!
Great video, Phil. Thank you.
I need one of these. 🤩
I have one of these coming in the mail. Should be here next week. I had Sweetwater replace the tuners with metal, locking tuners. Looking forward to it.
Sounds amazing with the tube screamer
I have an S2 standard and it rarely goes out of tune. Locking tuners can always be added. Cheers!
That LPD and Supro are so nice!
Love it Phill! Are you planning to review some another Tagimas or more obscure brands this year? And if it is a yes what kind of brands you have your eye on?
This is such a good and all-encompassing review that I actually want that guitar, even though I haven't thought about it before, and I'm planning on buying another guitar. And yet, I covet this one.
PRS are coming out extra strong this year
Great review, I am leaning towards this 594 over the thinline and singlecut just for the larger neck, agree a 3 way shootout with the core and a standard Gibson would be great.
I have a 594 core, Les Paul Standard and Les Paul DC. Tonally it simply isn’t a Les Paul and it’s not even close so If you want that Les Paul tone this guitar isn’t it.. It IS however very close to a Les Paul DC in tone.
Got some love from Slayer there in the fan pics. Pretty cool Phil!
Phil got a new camera! Looks great!
Just got the thin line version of this one in a few days ago from Sweetwater. Phenomenal guitar! S2s are, for me, THE way to go when buying a PRS. However...that new Hollowbody SE might have to be an exception. I was a little concerned about the tuning keys as well, but they are fantastic to use.
Hey Phil! Thanks for the review. :)
I can't imagine getting a better tone than you got with the metal one.
Waiting for this one!
That tremolo song 💜
Thumbs up for the comparison!
Great Phil vid. I missed this one though seen most. I have this exact guitar. Love it. Yes core has even more clarity on pickup up but I play on tiny ampscin tiny pubs. The slight difference wouldn't show. Terrific guitar. Yes I have vintage famous guitars but this PRS is equal or better
Great review. Would love to see a video about your amp rack setup. I need to do something similar and not even sure where to start. Are they all plugged into power all the time? Do you use an amp switcher?
Look at that dual-camera action!
Video quality is so good! New camera?
Phil, you did something different in this demo. It was subtle. But, you held a note to allow it to sustain. To my ears, sustain is one of the points that differentiates guitars. Tacking on OD, distortion and adding a little EQ basically makes every guitar sounds exactly the same. Whereas, the length of sustain tells me the how well the pickups are representing the wood and the quality of the guitar's construction.
If you don't mind, when you do guitar demos to add a spot like you did on this one that allows us to hear the note resonate. Allow the note to extend naturally without vibrato or effect. Even if the guitar does not resonate as well as this PRS, it helps as it will distinguish the differences between the guitars. Then, you can let it loose with all the wild sounds. :) Great job, Phil. Always love your perspectives. It sounds like you put a lot of preparation into making every video and it shows!
Your reviews have really matured ...like you are relaxed and happy. I want to point that out. Again I have been watching a while and love learning. Thank you!!
I'd probably feel more comfortable using the S2 over the core. The only couple of really nice guitars in my collection (CS LP and a EBMM Luke 3 ball family reserve) , I hardly play because I'm to afraid to ding them. Each time I crossed the 1500$ price point I ended up essentially buying man cave wall decoration.
@@stratmagic6893 Yup, I do play my guitars, I play them a lot, but sometimes I buy the wrong ones.
That is too true. An S2 594 single cut is my next and last. They are amazing guitars. I was very impressed when I tried one out.
Sounds really nice! Been eyeing the single-cut because I like that Les Paul body shape. Prices on some guitars just blow me away man! Everyone loves a great sounding & playing instrument but some of those prices are just ridiculous!
This new model got my attention for sure. I think I can get the single cut version and sell my SE Zac Meyer and my LP studio and not miss a beat. Thanks for the review!
Hi Phill great pick with the guys from Slayer
cool!!!!
Absolutely going to buy one of these! I wonder how much they’ll start to go for used in a year or two
I really like it.its quality all the way for half the price.👍🙂
Phill you always do a great job but this time your making me want to buy an S2 although i wont get rid of my core! 😅☺️👍
Great video, Phil, as always. Nice S2 595. Sounds great. Too late for me on the comparison, I just recently purchased a core PRS. I love it. They are great guitars.
I purchased the Thinline version of this guitar, and it's a great guitar for the money! I heard some dissing on the 58/15 S pickups before I got it, but they are good humbuckers! I don't really use the coil split option on this guitar, but it's nice to have it.
I had the choice of this guitar or the Silver sky. I chose the silver sky and I'm very happy. I'm sure I'd been happy either way.
Such cool riffs! You sound like Truckfighters 🤟🏼
Comparison with your LP lite would be perfect. Same style, thickness, price. Betting the 57 pickups would be better
Nice guitar! Sounds great and looks beautiful! Not a fan of the tuners either but they work. Love your amp shelving setup! I'm gonna have to look into that at my house! Another project right?! I have one PRS due to curiosity. I bought a used but mint older Korean made Chris Robertson model a while back and I have to say it's a nice guitar. The pickups, to me, are it's weakest point but not bad at all. My older USA Peaveys and older MIJ strats still get more attention but I like it enough to keep it. Great vid! Enjoyed!
I’m with you on why would they not just put the S2 locking tuners on it. Worst part is you can’t with out even if you wanted to. Great review Phil. Can’t wait for the side by side with the core! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Great Review PHIL. Have 2 PRS models and can’t say a bad thing about them. Your amp rack is very interesting. Is that a bought system, or did you fabricate it. That system would really suit my gear. Thank you.
My 2004 McCarty doesn't have locking tuners either but they work just fine!
Great video Phil! I agree I dont really see why they got rid of the locking tuners. They even got rid of them on the core line of Mccarty models. It just seems like such a step backwards.
PRS have stated that they want to take the McCarty line back to a more vintage spec.
Pennies become Washingtons, Washingtons become Lincolns, Lincolns become Jacksons and Jacksons become Franklins. They are saving money.
the 2020 core model 594 mcCarty also have the vintage tuners now too. exact same as this one. the older phase 3 will drop right in.
This how I know I am watching too many guitar videos: I have never weighed a guitar. Ever. Not in 35 years of playing. I have never even picked up a PRS...and I KNEW he was going to say 7lbs. Just by the look of him handling it.
Delos Headless!!! Beautiful!!!
the core 594 McCarty has the same tuners for 2020. So if it is cost cutting they are doing it on the core also. however the phase 3 will drop right in on these.
Phil do you know if this would fit in a formed Stratocaster case? Thanks - great presentations!!
You should make a video using all those amps on the wall and just that guitar!
Since we are on comparisons, have you ever done a video on the SE line like the Custom 24? Just wondering.
I really want one, but the new SE seems like the more compelling buy.
Great review Phil! I am a big PRS fan of both the SE and the core line. However, I'm a lefty so we don't get the S2 option. I'd be tickled if they'd consider making these in left handed!
Smart ploy for the likes. I am thinking that alot of people want to see the A/B test. Imo they sound quite different; especially on the treble side. Also, would like to know this vs. Paul's Guitar SE with the SE TCI pups. I have the 408 but just love the new releases.
I think this would be a nice introduction for me to Prs (the singlecut) being a Les Paul Guy
It's going to be real hard to resist getting the Thinline version
@DigtBrain2 Keep an eye on Sweetwater. They get the 'factory Bs' from PRS intermittently. I got a thin line a few days ago that has barely visible pick scratches for a $150 off. You have to be quick and check it often though.
DigtBrain2 when I bought my Silver Sky new last year I was told it was going to be six months and then I got it within two weeks. I’ll hope for the best for you in getting that thin line ASAP!
Nicholas McNeil I’m not surprised. I think (heavy emphasis on that word) that PRS makes it a point to under promise and then they’re more likely to over deliver. Additionally, the better the dealer you order from, the better the likelihood you’ll get it in good time.
I just wish the pickup switch on the thin lines were on the upper horn
Whats the difference between this and the thinline model ?
Sorry I can only give one thumbs up. It is a wonderful looking and sounding guitar. Paul Reid Smith does know how to make them. Price point is good even in Canada.
Hello. Have you heard of any issues with the brass thumbwheel studs holding the 2 piece bridge on the s2 594 thinline ? Specifically both the brass thumbwheel studs bending towards the nut resulting in the bridge not being parallel to the body ? I have an new s2 594 thinline. Seem to be getting a little run around from the dealer on getting this taken care of.
Wow I just discover that on the prs gig bag
Phil, where did you get the rack(s) for your amps?
Since we are at that price point, I think it would be interesting to see a comparison to an Ibanez Prestige. They range from around $999-$1999 (used/new) so a similar price point. They are built in Japan and generally don’t have lots of compromises.
The Ibanez in the next price bracket are probably closer to the upper price PRS (sans private stock, but I’m sure Ibanez super duper custom is the same), but they aren’t that common and just waaaay above my breaking point for spending on a guitar.
Had an RG652 ash body prestige. I don’t think there is a higher quality guitar. From the case to the pots to the binding on the headstock. But it was definitely more for metal. Didn’t have the roar I prefer from my les Paul. They even sounded very different when played unplugged.
I just bought a used black 594 Thinline, it’s currently in transit. I really like the tuners, but hate the birds. Dots and it would be the perfect S2 aesthetically. Probably needs a pickup/electronics upgrade, but that’s easy enough to do and you can probably recoup a good portion of that cost by selling the S2 stuff to an SE owner looking to upgrade.
curious if you upgraded the pickups,
What color is that. Really thinking of buying one of these and I love the color of yours.
The S2 Single-cut 594 will be my next guitar. I just need to figure out what finish I like the best. Thinking the blue is standing out right now.
Definitely not that UGLY brown. I mean if you like brown then I guess that would be a great example. LOL. For me the Scarlet Red or Whale Blue. The Antique White isn't bad either.
dpdockery mccarty sunburst
@@bluesthing7490 I have the scarlett red and it is great. Neck is bigger than all my other guitars but I like it.
I just ordered mine in the faded blue smoke burst and I can’t wait. I’m a little nervous to see how it looks because some pictures show it very blue and some just look grey and black
Domonic Ramey I about ordered that but went with whale blue. What did you think of yours?
I recently bought a new PRS CE 24 and I am now looking at the S2 594 in the single cut version to compliment the CE but I really am hoping to get a Les Paul sound and I was hoping to hear that from your video. I know that you have a good feel for the PRS line. What do you think
gonna review the thinline?
I'm almost there, to order a thinline model.
Thanks for review. Is the neck similar to Gibson 60's slim neck?
Were you playing "shallow"? Those chords sounded like it
That's one serious rack of amps!
I assume the tuners can be replaced easy enough if you can find ones with the same footprint. I'm looking at getting a thinline myself because I prefer the toggle to be down by the knobs and I'm not into fancy tops.
These should have something like the double tap system Fender does. Those sound just like single could when tapped. That's the only weakness though! But what about tuning stability?
Not that my sample size is exactly huge but every person I know who’s gotten a 594 in any form has at least liked it, most love it. I’d like to get one in Blood Orange.
??? Phil, other than the bridge is there a big difference between the 594 single and my S2 2017 Singlecut? Also my pickups are #7's? I got it brand new for $1100 as a left over
Great review. I liked the sound before the TS was added. I think the guitar and amp had plenty of mids and didn't need a TS. Also, of course in single coil mode it didn't sound like a Stratocaster. It has a shorter scale length than a Stratocaster. But it was good to point this out. If I want a Stratocaster sound I'll play my Stratocaster, with the added bonus of a whammy bar.☺🎸🦄
Hi Phil. I need your advice, I just hot my holcomb svn , and I was kinda disappointed about the neck, strings ate kinda tight and the feel
is not that sleek. I have a strandberg prog 7 . what do I need to do to make my pra holcomb svn play like butter. sorry for this noob question
Non locking tuners on some of the new high end core models so maybe something in that and simpler sounds and sustains better.
Would love to see the A/B. I think the S2 is the best value.
Does the SE line-up have the PTC program as well?
is there a tuning stability issue that would require the locking tuners or are they just a "nice to have" on this guitar?
How do you know which tuners to buy when you replace your old or broken ones. There are so many different kinds?
What is the blue guitar to the very left on the wall?
Dude that les paul is the best looking guitar hanging on the wall
good review. Super muddy neck pick-up sadly.