“We have to ask: canthe electric guitar get any better?” With 40 years of groundbreaking luthierie behind it, the limited PRS Charcoal Phoenix is deserving of its mythical status

PRS Charcoal Phoenix Limited Edition: The 40th anniversary model from Paul Reed Smith is the culmination of decades of innovations.

Released in February on Paul Reed Smith’s birthday, the Charcoal Phoenix is a highlight of this year’s 40th Anniversary celebrations for PRS.

With a limited run of 150 pieces, it’s the guitar Paul himself plays, having road-tested it over the past year, refining its design and tone. If you caught the PRS 40th Anniversary concert at this year’s NAMM, you’ll have seen Paul in action with this guitar, demonstrating more than 40 years of craft in one instrument.