Are these two guitars actually different?

No. Both are the PRS SE CE 24 Standard Stoptail Satin with the same body, neck, pickups and bridge. The listings differ only in finish color and price.

The Metallic Gold listing, at $478 at gear4music.com as of November 4, 2026. The Turquoise and Charcoal listing is $499 at Guitar Center as of November 4, 2026.

Which is better for rock and metal?

Either one. The 85/15 "S" humbuckers handle high gain, and the 24 frets on a 25" scale give you the upper register. The finish makes no difference to tone.

Does the satin finish affect the sound?

Only slightly. A thin satin finish lets the mahogany body resonate a bit more freely than a thick gloss, but the pickups and body wood do most of the work. Both listings use the same satin finish.

Is the gig bag included with both?

Yes. Both listings include a PRS gig bag.

Should I pay more for the Turquoise or Charcoal finish?

Only if you prefer that color. The specs are identical, so the $21 difference buys appearance, not performance.

PRS SE CE 24 Standard Stoptail Satin vs PRS SE CE24 Standard Stoptail Satin Electric Guitar, Metallic Gold

These are the same guitar: the PRS SE CE 24 Standard Stoptail Satin, listed under two color names. Both have the all-mahogany body, bolt-on maple Wide Thin neck, 24 frets on a 25" scale, 85/15 "S" humbuckers with coil split, and the PRS Stoptail bridge with brass inserts. The only real difference is finish and price: $478 at gear4music.com as of November 4, 2026 versus $499 at Guitar Center as of November 4, 2026. Buy whichever finish you prefer, and take the cheaper one if you have no color preference.

Today the PRS SE CE24 Standard Stoptail Satin Electric Guitar, Metallic Gold costs $21.00 less at its best price.

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