40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition

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Vintage Soul. Modern Precision.

The 40th Anniversary PRS McCarty SC56 Limited Edition captures the essence of a golden era of electric guitar design while delivering the playability and reliability that today’s musicians demand. With a classic PRS single-cutaway body shape and carefully chosen specifications, the McCarty SC56 is both a tribute to tradition and a modern performer’s dream.

Anchored by a maple top and mahogany back, with a 22-fret, 24.594” scale length Pattern Vintage neck, the McCarty SC56 is designed for rich, resonant tone and effortless playability. The 24.594” scale length and slightly thicker back give the McCarty SC56 a warm, woody voice and comfortable feel, while its Phase III non-locking tuners and PRS two-piece bridge anchor the guitar and promote its musical sustain.

The heart of the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition lies in its pickups: a pair of PRS McCarty III pickups, meticulously designed to deliver warm, clear tone with exceptional note separation and dynamics. Controlled by a simple and elegant layout — two volume controls, two tone controls, and a 3-way toggle on the upper bout — the McCarty SC56 keeps the player focused on feel and sound.

With appointments like binding on the fretboard, classic bird inlays, and a vintage-inspired nitrocellulose finish, the 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition blends heritage and innovation into a timeless instrument. Whether you’re chasing pure vintage tone or seeking a reliable stage companion, the McCarty SC56 stands ready.

PRS 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 – 400 Piece Limited Edition

Featured Specifications

Specifications

Body
Body Construction Solidbody with Weight Relief
Top Wood Maple
Back Wood Mahogany
Top Carve Violin
Neck
Number of Frets 22
Scale Length 24.594”
Neck Wood Mahogany
Neck Construction One-Piece
Truss Rod PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape Pattern Vintage
Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret 7/8"
Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret 63/64"
Neck Width at the Nut 1 11/16"
Neck Width at the Body 2 1/4"
Fretboard Wood Rosewood
Fretboard Radius 10"
Fretboard Inlay "Old School" Birds
Headstock Veneer Rosewood
Headstock Logo Pre-Factory Eagle
Neck/Body Assembly
Neck/Body Assembly Type Set
Finish
Finish Type High-Gloss Nitro
Hardware
Bridge PRS Two-Piece
Tuners PRS Phase III Non-Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
Hardware Type Nickel
Nut Bone
Truss Rod Cover “40th Anniversary SC56”
Electronics
Treble Pickup PRS McCarty III
Bass Pickup PRS McCarty III
Controls Two Volume and Two Tone Controls with 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch on Upper Bout
Additional Info
Strings PRS Signature 10-46
Tuning Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Case PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case, D1 with 40th Anniversary Certificate

Controls

Infographic showing switching positions for 40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition

40th Anniversary McCarty SC56 Limited Edition - Controls Description

Position 1 (switch down) - Treble / Humbucker

Position 2 (switch in middle) - Treble / Humbucker and Bass / Humbucker

Position 3 (switch up) - Bass / Humbucker 

Colors

Faded Blue Jean

Faded Blue Jean

McCarty Sunburst

McCarty Sunburst

Translucent Black

Translucent Black

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