2023 PRS Employee Guitar McCarty 594 Semi-hollow Ziricote
2023 PRS Employee Guitar McCarty 594 Semi-hollow Ziricote
DESCRIPTION
A note from our founder, Jesse Willson, about this guitar:
At first glance, this guitar is a showstopper - but the story behind it makes it truly unforgettable. Built to commemorate Tina Sears’ 25th work anniversary at PRS, this one-of-a-kind instrument represents nearly three decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication.
Tina has been with PRS for 29 years and is nothing short of a legend within the Private Stock world. She began her career as a pickup liner and worked her way through a variety of roles before joining Joe Knaggs’ team during his time as Director of Private Stock and R&D. From there, she became a cornerstone of the Private Stock department, serving as Private Stock Sales Manager from 2009 to 2014.
In that time, Tina personally spec’d over 10,000 Private Stock guitars. She and I have collaborated on a few hundred of them over the years, and working with her is always an inspiring experience. Her taste, technical knowledge, and attention to detail have shaped the DNA of countless dream guitars.
This anniversary build is no exception. Though not officially a Private Stock, it was built entirely by the Private Stock team to honor Tina’s legacy. It features a custom inlay designed exclusively for her by Paul Miles and the first-ever three-piece fretboard in PRS history - combining three different materials into one seamless, show-stopping design.
The inlay is completely unique and cannot be ordered by customers or dealers unless part of a 10-piece dealer-exclusive run, which is extremely rare. If a build like this were available through Private Stock, it would cost over $20,000.
This guitar is far more than a collector’s piece - it’s a celebration of Tina’s impact on PRS and the thousands of guitars she’s helped bring to life.
SPECS
Weight: 8.4 lbs
Case: Original Hardshell PRS Private Stock Black Paisley Case
Year: 2023
Condition: Mint condition.
Model: McCarty 594 Semi-hollow with ebony bound F-hole
Neck wood: Ziricote
Fingerboard wood: Koa, quilted maple, ebony and blue resin with ebony binding
Top wood: Ziricote with ebony binding
Back wood: Figured mahogany
Headstock Veneer wood: Quilted maple / blue resin with ebony binding
Neck Carve: Pattern Vintage
Side Dots: Paua
Color / Stain: Natural
Fingerboard inlays: "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees
Headstock veneer inlays: Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature
Finish type: Satin Nitro
Pickups: Treble: 58/15 LT
Bass: 58/15 LT
Electronics: Two volumes, two push-pull tone controls with 3-way toggle Hardware: Smoked Black PRS 2pc stoptail, phase Ill locking tuning pegs with ebony buttons, pickup rings, control knobs and switch tip, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, figured mahogany backplates as well as a bone nut Set-Up: D'Addario .010
Specials: Natural satin nitro finish, "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees on the fingerboard, Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature on the veneer, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, paua "25th Anniversary" inlay on the heel, ebony binding along the top, f-hole, fingerboard and headstock veneer. The woods on this guitar were personally hand selected from the PRS Private Stock Vault and was an "Employee Guitar Custom Built for Tina Sears" to honor 25 years with PRS Guitars. This guitar was built by the PRS Private Stock team.
Tech Notes: Guitar, Hardware, and Electronics have been cleaned/tested and are functioning appropriately. No fret wear or fret buzz evident. Setup with minimal neck relief and medium/low action. Plays great throughout the entire neck with consistent intonation. Fantastic feeling/sounding instrument with a long life ahead of it as a super unique PRS Employee build guitar.
Mods/Repairs/Issues: None
Neck Profile: Pattern Vintage
Neck Thickness: 1st: 0.87" / 12th: 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 10"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Scale Length: 24.594"
Electronics Layout: Volume x2, Tone x2 (push/pull for coil split), 3-Way pickup switch
Pickups: 58/15 LT
String Gauge: 10 - 46
Tools Included: Yes
Please note: All measurements are taken in-house. While we strive for accuracy, slight variations may occur compared to manufacturer specifications due to the nature of hand-measuring.
SETUP & INSPECTED BY OUR TECH TEAM
All of our guitars come with a FREE professional setup to a comfortable action as specified by that instrument’s manufacturer. Our setups always include inspection of (and necessary adjustment to): action, intonation, tremolo angle, truss rod, frets, nut, bridge, and more. We can accommodate special setup requests - additional charges and/or shipping delays of 1-2 business days could occur.
INDIVIDUALLY PHOTOGRAPHED
After 15 years of innovation in our photography process, Ish Guitars has developed a way to get you the most accurate true-to-life color of every instrument we sell. We never embellish, oversaturate, or misrepresent our images, so that your buying experience can be as much like visiting our showroom as possible. Keep in mind that various computer screens can show colors a bit differently, so the color on your screen may not match the real thing perfectly no matter how hard we try. Also, unless otherwise noted, we individually list and photo every piece of gear that comes through our doors.
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2023 PRS Employee Guitar McCarty 594 Semi-hollow Ziricote
2023 PRS Employee Guitar McCarty 594 Semi-hollow Ziricote
DESCRIPTION
A note from our founder, Jesse Willson, about this guitar:
At first glance, this guitar is a showstopper - but the story behind it makes it truly unforgettable. Built to commemorate Tina Sears’ 25th work anniversary at PRS, this one-of-a-kind instrument represents nearly three decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication.
Tina has been with PRS for 29 years and is nothing short of a legend within the Private Stock world. She began her career as a pickup liner and worked her way through a variety of roles before joining Joe Knaggs’ team during his time as Director of Private Stock and R&D. From there, she became a cornerstone of the Private Stock department, serving as Private Stock Sales Manager from 2009 to 2014.
In that time, Tina personally spec’d over 10,000 Private Stock guitars. She and I have collaborated on a few hundred of them over the years, and working with her is always an inspiring experience. Her taste, technical knowledge, and attention to detail have shaped the DNA of countless dream guitars.
This anniversary build is no exception. Though not officially a Private Stock, it was built entirely by the Private Stock team to honor Tina’s legacy. It features a custom inlay designed exclusively for her by Paul Miles and the first-ever three-piece fretboard in PRS history - combining three different materials into one seamless, show-stopping design.
The inlay is completely unique and cannot be ordered by customers or dealers unless part of a 10-piece dealer-exclusive run, which is extremely rare. If a build like this were available through Private Stock, it would cost over $20,000.
This guitar is far more than a collector’s piece - it’s a celebration of Tina’s impact on PRS and the thousands of guitars she’s helped bring to life.
SPECS
Weight: 8.4 lbs
Case: Original Hardshell PRS Private Stock Black Paisley Case
Year: 2023
Condition: Mint condition.
Model: McCarty 594 Semi-hollow with ebony bound F-hole
Neck wood: Ziricote
Fingerboard wood: Koa, quilted maple, ebony and blue resin with ebony binding
Top wood: Ziricote with ebony binding
Back wood: Figured mahogany
Headstock Veneer wood: Quilted maple / blue resin with ebony binding
Neck Carve: Pattern Vintage
Side Dots: Paua
Color / Stain: Natural
Fingerboard inlays: "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees
Headstock veneer inlays: Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature
Finish type: Satin Nitro
Pickups: Treble: 58/15 LT
Bass: 58/15 LT
Electronics: Two volumes, two push-pull tone controls with 3-way toggle Hardware: Smoked Black PRS 2pc stoptail, phase Ill locking tuning pegs with ebony buttons, pickup rings, control knobs and switch tip, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, figured mahogany backplates as well as a bone nut Set-Up: D'Addario .010
Specials: Natural satin nitro finish, "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees on the fingerboard, Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature on the veneer, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, paua "25th Anniversary" inlay on the heel, ebony binding along the top, f-hole, fingerboard and headstock veneer. The woods on this guitar were personally hand selected from the PRS Private Stock Vault and was an "Employee Guitar Custom Built for Tina Sears" to honor 25 years with PRS Guitars. This guitar was built by the PRS Private Stock team.
Tech Notes: Guitar, Hardware, and Electronics have been cleaned/tested and are functioning appropriately. No fret wear or fret buzz evident. Setup with minimal neck relief and medium/low action. Plays great throughout the entire neck with consistent intonation. Fantastic feeling/sounding instrument with a long life ahead of it as a super unique PRS Employee build guitar.
Mods/Repairs/Issues: None
Neck Profile: Pattern Vintage
Neck Thickness: 1st: 0.87" / 12th: 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 10"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Scale Length: 24.594"
Electronics Layout: Volume x2, Tone x2 (push/pull for coil split), 3-Way pickup switch
Pickups: 58/15 LT
String Gauge: 10 - 46
Tools Included: Yes
Please note: All measurements are taken in-house. While we strive for accuracy, slight variations may occur compared to manufacturer specifications due to the nature of hand-measuring.
SETUP & INSPECTED BY OUR TECH TEAM
All of our guitars come with a FREE professional setup to a comfortable action as specified by that instrument’s manufacturer. Our setups always include inspection of (and necessary adjustment to): action, intonation, tremolo angle, truss rod, frets, nut, bridge, and more. We can accommodate special setup requests - additional charges and/or shipping delays of 1-2 business days could occur.
INDIVIDUALLY PHOTOGRAPHED
After 15 years of innovation in our photography process, Ish Guitars has developed a way to get you the most accurate true-to-life color of every instrument we sell. We never embellish, oversaturate, or misrepresent our images, so that your buying experience can be as much like visiting our showroom as possible. Keep in mind that various computer screens can show colors a bit differently, so the color on your screen may not match the real thing perfectly no matter how hard we try. Also, unless otherwise noted, we individually list and photo every piece of gear that comes through our doors.
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our Gear Experts to hear this instrument played live over Zoom and receive one-on-one guidance. Contact us to schedule your appointment!
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2023 PRS Employee Guitar McCarty 594 Semi-hollow Ziricote
DESCRIPTION
A note from our founder, Jesse Willson, about this guitar:
At first glance, this guitar is a showstopper - but the story behind it makes it truly unforgettable. Built to commemorate Tina Sears’ 25th work anniversary at PRS, this one-of-a-kind instrument represents nearly three decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication.
Tina has been with PRS for 29 years and is nothing short of a legend within the Private Stock world. She began her career as a pickup liner and worked her way through a variety of roles before joining Joe Knaggs’ team during his time as Director of Private Stock and R&D. From there, she became a cornerstone of the Private Stock department, serving as Private Stock Sales Manager from 2009 to 2014.
In that time, Tina personally spec’d over 10,000 Private Stock guitars. She and I have collaborated on a few hundred of them over the years, and working with her is always an inspiring experience. Her taste, technical knowledge, and attention to detail have shaped the DNA of countless dream guitars.
This anniversary build is no exception. Though not officially a Private Stock, it was built entirely by the Private Stock team to honor Tina’s legacy. It features a custom inlay designed exclusively for her by Paul Miles and the first-ever three-piece fretboard in PRS history - combining three different materials into one seamless, show-stopping design.
The inlay is completely unique and cannot be ordered by customers or dealers unless part of a 10-piece dealer-exclusive run, which is extremely rare. If a build like this were available through Private Stock, it would cost over $20,000.
This guitar is far more than a collector’s piece - it’s a celebration of Tina’s impact on PRS and the thousands of guitars she’s helped bring to life.
SPECS
Weight: 8.4 lbs
Case: Original Hardshell PRS Private Stock Black Paisley Case
Year: 2023
Condition: Mint condition.
Model: McCarty 594 Semi-hollow with ebony bound F-hole
Neck wood: Ziricote
Fingerboard wood: Koa, quilted maple, ebony and blue resin with ebony binding
Top wood: Ziricote with ebony binding
Back wood: Figured mahogany
Headstock Veneer wood: Quilted maple / blue resin with ebony binding
Neck Carve: Pattern Vintage
Side Dots: Paua
Color / Stain: Natural
Fingerboard inlays: "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees
Headstock veneer inlays: Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature
Finish type: Satin Nitro
Pickups: Treble: 58/15 LT
Bass: 58/15 LT
Electronics: Two volumes, two push-pull tone controls with 3-way toggle Hardware: Smoked Black PRS 2pc stoptail, phase Ill locking tuning pegs with ebony buttons, pickup rings, control knobs and switch tip, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, figured mahogany backplates as well as a bone nut Set-Up: D'Addario .010
Specials: Natural satin nitro finish, "Paradise Sunset" with ebony seagulls, umbrella beach chair and palm trees on the fingerboard, Paul Reed Smith hand signed signature on the veneer, recessed curly maple truss rod cover, paua "25th Anniversary" inlay on the heel, ebony binding along the top, f-hole, fingerboard and headstock veneer. The woods on this guitar were personally hand selected from the PRS Private Stock Vault and was an "Employee Guitar Custom Built for Tina Sears" to honor 25 years with PRS Guitars. This guitar was built by the PRS Private Stock team.
Tech Notes: Guitar, Hardware, and Electronics have been cleaned/tested and are functioning appropriately. No fret wear or fret buzz evident. Setup with minimal neck relief and medium/low action. Plays great throughout the entire neck with consistent intonation. Fantastic feeling/sounding instrument with a long life ahead of it as a super unique PRS Employee build guitar.
Mods/Repairs/Issues: None
Neck Profile: Pattern Vintage
Neck Thickness: 1st: 0.87" / 12th: 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 10"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Scale Length: 24.594"
Electronics Layout: Volume x2, Tone x2 (push/pull for coil split), 3-Way pickup switch
Pickups: 58/15 LT
String Gauge: 10 - 46
Tools Included: Yes
Please note: All measurements are taken in-house. While we strive for accuracy, slight variations may occur compared to manufacturer specifications due to the nature of hand-measuring.
SETUP & INSPECTED BY OUR TECH TEAM
All of our guitars come with a FREE professional setup to a comfortable action as specified by that instrument’s manufacturer. Our setups always include inspection of (and necessary adjustment to): action, intonation, tremolo angle, truss rod, frets, nut, bridge, and more. We can accommodate special setup requests - additional charges and/or shipping delays of 1-2 business days could occur.
INDIVIDUALLY PHOTOGRAPHED
After 15 years of innovation in our photography process, Ish Guitars has developed a way to get you the most accurate true-to-life color of every instrument we sell. We never embellish, oversaturate, or misrepresent our images, so that your buying experience can be as much like visiting our showroom as possible. Keep in mind that various computer screens can show colors a bit differently, so the color on your screen may not match the real thing perfectly no matter how hard we try. Also, unless otherwise noted, we individually list and photo every piece of gear that comes through our doors.
HEAR A LIVE DEMO
Experience our innovative Video Appointment service! Connect with
our Gear Experts to hear this instrument played live over Zoom and receive one-on-one guidance. Contact us to schedule your appointment!
