How does the CE-24 differ from the Custom 24?

The CE-24 uses a bolt-on maple neck, while the Custom 24 has a glued-in set neck. The CE-24 feels snappier and more immediate; the Custom 24 has more sustain and warmth and costs considerably more.

Is the CE-24 good for beginners?

It is a solid step-up guitar rather than a first instrument. The 24 frets and thin neck suit players who already know their way around a fretboard.

What pickups does it have?

It carries PRS humbuckers with a 3-way toggle and a push-pull coil split on the tone knob, giving single-coil-like tones alongside full humbucker sounds.

What is included with the guitar?

The guitar ships with a PRS gig bag. Some sellers also include a professional setup before shipping.

Is the neck shape comfortable for small hands?

The wide-thin profile is flat and fast but not especially slim front to back. Players with small hands often prefer a shorter scale or a thinner neck.

Can it handle high-gain and metal?

Yes. The humbuckers have enough output for hard rock and metal, and the 24-fret board covers the higher register those styles use.

Where is the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray cheapest?

At Guitars.net, for $1,649.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 174 ratings.

PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray

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Our take on the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray

The PRS CE-24 is a 24-fret, 25-inch scale electric guitar built on a bolt-on maple neck with a carved maple top over a mahogany body. The bolt-on construction gives it more snap and attack than PRS's glued-in Core models, while the wide-thin neck and PRS humbuckers keep the smooth, singing tone the brand is known for. It suits players who want a fast, versatile double-cutaway for rock, fusion and session work without moving up to Core pricing. Against a Custom 24 it trades some sustain and warmth for punch and a lower entry point; against a Strat-style bolt-on it offers a flatter fretboard radius and humbucker output.

Best forRock and fusion players who need 24 fretsGigging guitarists wanting one versatile guitarPlayers stepping up from import modelsFans of PRS tone on a tighter budget

Pros

24 frets and 25-inch scale give two full octaves
Bolt-on maple neck adds snap and attack
Carved maple top over mahogany body
PRS humbuckers cover clean to high gain
Comes with a gig bag

Cons

Bolt-on joint limits upper-fret access slightly
Heavier than some S-style guitars
Setup and condition depend on the seller
Not a Core-line Custom 24 in feel or finish

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What reviewers say

4.8 / 5174 ratings

Owners rate the CE-24 highly, calling it one of the best bolt-on guitars in its class. They praise the neck, tuning stability and the range of tones from the humbuckers. A few note the weight and the upper-fret reach.

What people mention

Neck feelPraisedOwners describe the wide-thin neck as fast and comfortable for lead playing.
Tuning stabilityPraisedReviewers say it holds tune well through bends and live sets.
Tone rangePraisedPlayers like the spread from clean to high-gain from the PRS humbuckers.
WeightCriticisedSome owners find it heavy for long standing sets.
Upper-fret accessMixedThe bolt-on heel makes the highest frets a stretch for some players.
SetupMixedA few buyers say theirs needed adjustment out of the box.

From Guitars.net

CE-24 electric guitar in Trans Gray finish
Transparent gray top with little notes of blue and pink peeking through
Bolt-on neck brings snap back to the smooth PRS tone
Comes with gig bag
Set up by the store's in-house tech

Guarantee: One year warranty on everything sold; each item personally inspected before shipping.
Shipping: Free shipping to the continental US for accessory orders over a threshold and many electric guitars; shipped guitars may require minor adjustment upon receipt.
In the box: Gig bag, Setup from in-house tech

About the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray

The PRS CE-24 is a 6-string electric guitar in a Trans Gray finish. The top is transparent gray, with small notes of blue and pink showing through.

It has a bolt-on neck, which adds snap to the smooth PRS tone. A gig bag is included.

Brand: PRS
Model: CE-24
Strings: 6-string
Finish: Trans Gray
Neck: Bolt-on
In the box: Gig bag

Specifications

Number Of Strings: 6-string
Color: Blue

Questions and answers

How does the CE-24 differ from the Custom 24?: The CE-24 uses a bolt-on maple neck, while the Custom 24 has a glued-in set neck. The CE-24 feels snappier and more immediate; the Custom 24 has more sustain and warmth and costs considerably more.
Is the CE-24 good for beginners?: It is a solid step-up guitar rather than a first instrument. The 24 frets and thin neck suit players who already know their way around a fretboard.
What pickups does it have?: It carries PRS humbuckers with a 3-way toggle and a push-pull coil split on the tone knob, giving single-coil-like tones alongside full humbucker sounds.
What is included with the guitar?: The guitar ships with a PRS gig bag. Some sellers also include a professional setup before shipping.
Is the neck shape comfortable for small hands?: The wide-thin profile is flat and fast but not especially slim front to back. Players with small hands often prefer a shorter scale or a thinner neck.
Can it handle high-gain and metal?: Yes. The humbuckers have enough output for hard rock and metal, and the 24-fret board covers the higher register those styles use.
Where is the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray cheapest?: At Guitars.net, for $1,649.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the PRS CE-24 Electric Guitar Trans Gray?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 174 ratings.