PRS Guitars Releases Long-Awaited SE NF 53

(STEVENSVILLE, Md.) July 8, 2025 – PRS Guitars today announced the release of the much-requested SE version of its NF 53 guitar. The SE NF 53 is a powerful, modern guitar modeled on classic tones and design, inspired by one of Paul Reed Smith’s vintage guitars from 1953. Released in the summer of 2023, the Maryland version of the NF 53 rapidly became a hit with players across genres.

“We have worked for two years to get the guitar just where we want it … especially the neck and the pickups. The SE NF 53 offers a modern take on vintage tones like the Maryland version, but offers a bit more bite, giving it its own unique voice. Whether you are playing for your own enjoyment in your home or gigging professionally, we think you will find this instrument to be inspirational and take you to new places inside your music.”

Built on the foundation of a swamp ash body and 22-fret, 25.5” scale length, bolt-on maple neck and fretboard, volume and tone controls along with a three-way blade pickup switch, the SE NF 53 allows players to dial in their own unique sound. The addition of PRS Narrowfield DD “S” pickups brings power and musicality without the hum, making it extremely receptive to gain. PRS Narrowfield DD (Deep Dish) pickups are made with taller bobbins to fit more winds and extra metal pieces in between the magnets for a focused, powerful tone. The “S” variation of these pickups brings articulate low-end tones and the snarl and twang players expect from this instrument.

PRS Guitars continues its schedule of launching new products each month in 2025. Stay tuned to see new gear and 40th Anniversary limited-edition guitars throughout the year. For all of the latest news, click www.prsguitars.com/40 and follow @prsguitars on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, X, and YouTube.