Is the SE CE24 Standard Satin worth it at $499?

Yes, if you want a bolt-on PRS with coil taps under $500. At $499 at GearTree as of November 4, 2026, it is at the low end of its recent range, so there is little reason to wait for a deeper cut.

How does it differ from the regular SE CE24?

The Standard has an all-mahogany body with a satin finish instead of a carved maple top with a gloss finish. That makes it warmer and less bright, and it is the cheaper of the two.

What pickups does it have?

Two PRS 85/15 "S" humbuckers, with a push/pull tone knob that splits them into single-coil-like tones. They are the import version of PRS's 85/15 set.

The guitar and a PRS gig bag. No case or strap is included.

What neck profile and scale does it have?

A Wide Thin maple neck with a 25-inch scale and 10-inch rosewood fingerboard. That is a fast, flat-feeling setup suited to bending and lead work.

Holiday sales and store clearance events are the usual times for discounts. At $499 as of November 4, 2026, it is already near the bottom of its recent range.

Where is the PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin - Vintage Cherry cheapest?

At GearTree, for $499.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin - Vintage Cherry?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

Where can I buy the PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin - Vintage Cherry?

6 stores we checked sell it, including GearTree, Amazon, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Crutchfield.

PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin - Vintage Cherry: lowest price $499.00 at GearTree, 6 stores compared

What reviewers say

Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 from a small number of ratings, and owner discussion of the SE CE24 line is generally positive about playability and value. The bolt-on feel and coil-tap flexibility come up most often.

Pros

Comfortable Wide Thin neck
Versatile tones from the coil tap
Strong value for a PRS

Cons

Satin finish marks easily
Needs a setup to play its best

From Parkway Music

All-mahogany body with a thin satin finish for a highly resonant instrument
Bolt-on maple neck with semi-gloss finish for a smooth playing feel
PRS 85/15 "S" pickups with extended high and low end, clarity and balance
Push/pull tone control adds coil tap versatility
PRS Patented Tremolo
Gig bag included

Materials: Mahogany body; maple neck; rosewood fingerboard
Fit: Wide Thin neck profile; 10" radius; 25" scale length
Sizing: Wide Thin neck profile
Guarantee: Free pro setup; instruments guaranteed to arrive in expected condition and play exceptionally right out of the box
Returns: No-questions-asked seven-day return policy; full refund of purchase price less combined shipping costs; return label required
Shipping: Free shipping on most brand-new instruments and gear; free domestic shipping within the contiguous US
In the box: Gig bag

About the PRS SE CE24 Standard Satin - Vintage Cherry

From PRS:

Professional Quality with a Popular Price Tag

Originally introduced in 1988, the CE has become an essential part of the PRS line-up, offering the snap and response of bolt-on construction. The SE CE 24 Standard is the most affordable CE yet, pairing an all-mahogany body with a bolt-on maple neck. The mahogany body features a thin satin finish that results in a highly resonant instrument, and the maple neck’s semi-gloss finish provides a smooth playing feel. The PRS 85/15 “S” pickups provide extended high and low end with clarity and balance, while the push/pull tone control adds the versatility of coil taps.

This workhorse instrument delivers looks, tone, and playability, and is a great option for beginning players through professional musicians thanks to its high-quality build and popular price tag.

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Mahogany Body

• Maple Neck

• Rosewood Fingerboard

• Wide Thin Neck Profile

• 10" Radius

• 25" Scale Length

• PRS Patented Tremolo

• 85/15 “S” Pickups

• Gig Bag Included