Paul Reed Smith guitars have earned their reputation for precision craftsmanship, tonal balance, and innovative designs that bridge the gap between vintage inspiration and modern execution. The SE NF 53 takes its cues from early bolt-on single-cut models while integrating PRS’s own Narrowfield Deep Dish “S” pickups to create a refined yet character-rich instrument.

The swamp ash body is chosen for its combination of light weight and resonant clarity. Its naturally lively attack is a strong match for the guitar’s pickup design, offering a foundation that handles both articulate cleans and driven tones with equal authority. A steel plate-style bridge with brass barrel saddles anchors the strings while contributing to the instrument’s sustain and harmonic content.

A bolt-on maple neck carved to the NF 53 profile delivers a familiar, responsive feel. The 25.5" scale length supports string tension ideal for clear note separation, while the maple fingerboard’s 10" radius and 22 frets keep playability consistent across the range. PRS-designed tuners with wing buttons ensure stability while complementing the guitar’s hardware.

Finished in Pearl White, this SE NF 53 blends understated elegance with functional precision. Includes a PRS gig bag.

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• Swamp ash body with steel plate bridge
• Bolt-on maple neck with NF 53 profile
• 25.5" scale length, 10" radius, 22 frets
• Maple fingerboard with PRS Birds inlays
• Narrowfield DD 'S' noiseless humbuckers
• Volume, Tone, and 3-way blade selector
• PRS wing-button tuners, 1 41/64" nut width
• Includes PRS gig bag