How does the S2 Standard 24 differ from the Core Custom 24?

The S2 uses a mahogany body without a maple top, simpler pickguard-mounted electronics and import-style hardware, while the Core Custom 24 adds a carved maple top and US pickups. The S2 keeps the same 24-fret, 25" scale layout.

Can the pickups be split for single-coil sounds?

Yes. The tone knob is a push/pull that splits the 58/15 "S" humbuckers, giving thinner single-coil-style tones alongside full humbucker sounds.

What neck profile does it have?

It has PRS's Pattern Thin profile, about 53/64" deep at the first fret and 57/64" at the twelfth, with a 10" rosewood fretboard radius.

What comes in the box?

The guitar ships with a PRS gig bag.

Is the tremolo a locking system?

It uses the PRS patented molded tremolo with low-mass locking tuners, which help tuning stability during tremolo use.

Who is the S2 Standard 24 best for?

Players who want a US-built, gig-ready PRS with a fast neck and versatile humbuckers, without the extras of the Core line.

Where is the PRS S2 Standard 24 Electric Guitar cheapest?

At Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center, for $1,239.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the PRS S2 Standard 24 Electric Guitar?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings.

PRS S2 Standard 24 Electric Guitar Price History: Lowest $1,239.95

What reviewers say

4.9 / 516 ratings

Owners rate the S2 Standard 24 very highly, praising its playability, tuning stability and the range of tones from the 58/15 "S" pickups. Most say it feels and sounds like a much more expensive guitar.

What people mention

Neck feelPraisedOwners find the Pattern Thin neck fast and comfortable for lead playing.
ToneMixedMost like the warm mahogany voice, but some find it dark through certain amps.
Tuning stabilityPraisedThe tremolo and locking tuners keep it in tune well, according to owners.
Pickup versatilityPraisedThe push/pull tone adds usable split-coil sounds alongside full humbucker tones.
Build qualityPraisedOwners describe the fit and finish as solid and well above its class.

From Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center

Solid mahogany body and set neck for distinctive resonance and powerful sustain
Volume and push/pull tone control with 3-way blade pickup switch
PRS Patented Tremolo, molded, and PRS Low Mass Locking tuners
Pattern Thin neck with 24 frets and 25" scale length
High-gloss nitro finish in Mahi Blue

Materials: Solid mahogany body; mahogany neck; rosewood fretboard; nickel hardware
Fit: Pattern Thin neck shape; neck depth 53/64" at the 1/2 fret and 57/64" at the 12 1/2 fret; neck width 1 11/16" at the nut and 2 1/4" at the body; fretboard radiu
Guarantee: New condition with a full manufacturer warranty
Shipping: In stock and ready to ship or pick up; usually ships or is available for pickup by the next business day if no inspection, special handling, or setup is require
In the box: Gig Bag

About the PRS S2 Standard 24 Electric Guitar

The PRS S2 Standard 24 is a 6-string solidbody electric guitar. It has a solid mahogany body and a mahogany set neck, which give it resonance and sustain. The body has an asymmetric bevel top carve and a high-gloss nitro finish.

Two 58/15 LT "S" pickups are controlled by a volume knob, a push/pull tone control and a 3-way blade pickup switch. The guitar has a PRS molded tremolo and PRS low mass locking tuners.

The neck has a Pattern Thin shape, a rosewood fretboard with dot inlays, and 24 frets on a 25" scale length. The Standard 24 is based on the original PRS Standard from 1987, which grew out of Paul Smith's Pre-Factory all-mahogany guitars. A gig bag is included.