Paul Reed Smith CE 22 Faded Blue Smokeburst
Paul Reed Smith CE 22 Faded Blue Smokeburst
Serial Number: 0417234
Weight: 7.56 lbs.
The PRS CE 22 Limited Edition in Faded Blue Smokeburst brings back a beloved formula: the "Classic Electric" bolt-on that marries PRS's signature mahogany body and maple top with the snap, brightness, and articulation only a bolt-on maple neck can deliver. Finished in high-gloss nitro with a smoky blue burst that lets the maple figure peek through, this 7.56 lb. CE 22 splits the difference between vintage warmth and modern definition — the mahogany/maple combination provides balanced resonance and clarity while the bolt-on construction adds that percussive attack CE fans chase. As a limited-edition run, the 22-fret CE is a rarity in today's PRS lineup, making this one a smart grab for players and collectors alike.
The maple neck features PRS's Pattern Regular carve (27/32" at the 1st fret, 59/64" at the 12th) with a fast satin nitro finish and natural headstock, paired with a rosewood fretboard, signature bird inlays, 10" radius, 22 frets, 25" scale length, and 1 21/32" PRS nut — an instantly comfortable, familiar feel. The PRS patented tremolo delivers smooth, musical vibrato with excellent return-to-pitch, and PRS locking tuners with wing buttons keep tuning locked in through heavy bar use.
Tonally, the vintage-inspired 58/15 LT pickups in the neck and bridge are voiced for exceptional clarity, warmth, and dynamic range, and the push/pull tone control with 3-way toggle unlocks singing single-coil tones alongside full-bodied humbucking sounds — a genuine two-guitars-in-one setup. Whether you need a workhorse for the stage, a versatile studio tool, or a limited-run PRS for the collection, this CE 22 Faded Blue Smokeburst (Serial #0417234) includes a PRS premium gig bag. Order today from Brian's Guitars, your authorized PRS dealer.
Body
Type: Solidbody
Shape: CE 22
Top Material: Maple
Body Material: Mahogany
Finish: High Gloss Nitro
Color: Faded Blue Smokeburst
Neck
Material: Maple
Shape: Pattern Regular
Dimensions: 27/32" at the 1st fret, 59/64" at the 12th fret
Joint: Bolt-On
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Finish: Satin Nitro
Headstock: Natural
Inlay: Birds
Radius: 10"
Frets: 22
Scale Length: 25"
Nut Width: 1 21/32"
Nut Material: PRS
Hardware
Bridge/Tailpiece: PRS Patented Tremolo
Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners w/ Wing Buttons
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Electronics
Neck Pickup: 58/15 LT
Bridge Pickup: 58/15 LT
Controls: Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control w/ 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch
Case/Gigbag: Premium Gig Bag