The Custom 24 is the original PRS. Features PRS's patented Gen III tremolo system and PRS 85/15 pickups with volume and tone controls and 5-way blade switch. Case included.
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Since stealing the spotlight at the 1985 Winter NAMM show, the PRS Custom 24 has become a staple for guitarists across genres. Decades later, it remains the gold standard that touring pros and bedroom rockstars use to measure greatness. It’s not just an instrument; it's a one-way ticket to tone heaven (and some very envious bandmates).
PRS 85/15 Pickups: Tone That Doesn't Mess Around
Most pickups pick a lane. The PRS 85/15s refuse to. Personally designed by Paul Reed Smith himself, these pickups deliver a tonal clarity and dynamic range that make other guitars sound like they've got cotton in their ears. Extended highs, extended lows, and everything in between — this is what it sounds like when a guitar actually listens to you.
Remarkable Clarity: The 85/15 pickups were engineered for articulation, meaning every note you play comes through with crisp, defined detail whether you're playing clean or digging in hard.
Extended High and Low End: Unlike pickups that roll off at the extremes, the 85/15s stretch the tonal spectrum in both directions — rich lows that growl and airy highs that sing.
Personal Design by Paul Reed Smith: These aren't off-the-shelf components. They're a direct expression of PRS's philosophy that tone starts at the source.
Gen III Tremolo System: Stay in Tune, Lose Your Mind
Tremolo systems have a long history of sounding great and then immediately going out of tune. PRS's patented Gen III tremolo system decided that was someone else's problem. Smooth, responsive, and built with the kind of precision that makes you wonder why anyone settled for less, this system lets you dive, flutter, and soar without punishing your tuning stability.
Patented PRS Design: The Gen III tremolo is a proprietary system refined over decades of player feedback and engineering obsession — not a borrowed idea with a new coat of paint.
Exceptional Playability: The tremolo's action is smooth and consistent, offering expressive pitch control that responds predictably whether you're doing subtle vibrato or dramatic dives.
Tuning Stability: Because a tremolo that sends you out of tune mid-solo is just a fancy paperweight, the Gen III keeps you locked in through even the most aggressive playing.
5-Way Blade Switch: Five Guitars in One
Flip through the Custom 24's 5-way blade switch and you've got five distinct tonal personalities ready to go — from glassy single-coil clarity to full-throated humbucker warmth. Paired with volume and tone controls that actually respond in a musical way, the Custom 24's electronics setup gives you serious versatility without the complexity of a chemistry degree.
5-Way Blade Switch: Offers five pickup combinations that unlock a broad tonal palette, covering everything from sparkling cleans to thick, singing leads.
Volume and Tone Controls: Responsive and musical, these controls let you shape your sound dynamically without sacrificing the core character of the pickups.
Versatile Sonic Range: Whether the setlist calls for glassy arpeggios or heavy rhythm work, the Custom 24's electronics can handle the gig without a second guitar on standby.
The Guitar That Defined a Brand
The PRS Custom 24 isn't riding on legacy — it's earning it every single day. From the patented Gen III tremolo to the hand-designed 85/15 pickups, every element of this guitar was built with the intention of giving serious players a serious instrument. It's the original PRS, and after 40 years, there's a very good reason it's still the one everyone wants.
Warranty: Limited Lifetime on Instruments; 5 Years on Amplifiers; 90 Days on Tubes; 1 Year on Speakers
PRS Custom 24 Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
PRS Custom 24 Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
Product Specifications
PRS Custom 24 Electric Guitar Specifications
Body Construction: Solidbody
Top Wood: Maple
Back Wood: Mahogany
Top Carve: Violin
Number of Frets: 24
Scale Length: 25"
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Construction: One-Piece
Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape: Pattern Thin
Neck Depth @ 1/2 Fret: 53/64"
Neck Depth @ 12 1/2 Fret: 57/64"
Neck Width @ Nut: 1-11/16"
Neck Width @ Body: 2-1/4"
Fretboard Wood: Rosewood
Fretboard Radius: 10"
Fretboard Inlay: Birds
Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid
Neck/Body Assembly Type: Set
Finish Type: High-Gloss Nitro
Bridge: PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen III
Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
Hardware Type: Nickel
Nut: PRS
Truss Rod Cover: "Custom"
Treble Pickup: DMO Treble
Bass Pickup: DMO Bass
Controls: Volume and Tone Control with 5-Way Blade Pickup Switch
Strings: PRS Signature 10-46
Tuning: Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Case: Hardshell Case
Frequently Asked Questions
The Custom 24 is the original PRS guitar — the one that launched the brand at the 1985 Winter NAMM show. It features the signature combination of PRS 85/15 pickups, the Gen III tremolo system, and a 5-way blade switch, making it the most iconic and versatile model in the PRS lineup.
The 85/15 pickups were personally designed by Paul Reed Smith to deliver exceptional clarity with extended high and low-end response. They're known for offering a wide dynamic range that suits everything from clean, articulate playing to high-gain lead work.
The Custom 24 is a professional-grade instrument, but its playability makes it approachable for advancing players too. That said, it's best suited to serious players who are ready to invest in a guitar they won't outgrow.
The Custom 24 is genuinely versatile — its 5-way blade switch and 85/15 pickups cover clean tones, blues, rock, and high-gain territory with ease. It's a favorite among players who need one guitar that can handle a full set list across multiple genres.
Yes. The patented Gen III tremolo system is built specifically for tuning stability, even under heavy use. It's one of the most reliable tremolo systems available on a production guitar at any price point.
