The Private Stock program began in 1996 as a way to bring instruments that Paul envisioned to light outside the normal manufacturing process. Our Private Stock program represents the highest quality of materials, the most personally crafted instruments, and the greatest level of customization at PRS. No matter what specifications you choose, every guitar is carefully conceived and built with a “one-off” mentality. Ultimately through this program, we strive to provide you with an instrument that is equally as good as an heirloom to be treasured and a tool to make music.
Check out some of your options below!
Woods
Wood is the foundation of every instrument. In the early days of Private Stock, the letters sent out with finished guitars read, “Carefully picked from my [Paul Reed Smith’s] private stock for sound and remarkable figure.” That is still true today, as all Private Stock woods are carefully housed in “The Vault” just outside of Paul’s office.
Much like a fingerprint, each piece of wood is slightly different in figure, weight, and hue. The woods below are a good representation of the assortment that the Private Stock Vault has to offer. Take a moment to look around and see what wood combinations speak to you.
Bear Claw Spruce
Curly Mango
East Coast Curly Maple
Figured Walnut
Indian Rosewood
Koa
Macassar Ebony
Maple Burl
Quilted Maple
Redwood Burl
Spalted Maple
West Coast Curly Maple
Zebra Wood
Ziricote
Finishes
Finish is the moment where an instrument takes on much of its personality. Our finish process is proven to highlight the elegance and figure of the woods you choose, whether that means a subtle, natural finish or a striking, vivid color. Here is a selection of the finishes we offer in Private Stock.
Finish options are nearly infinite, but we have cataloged a selection here to get you thinking. You can choose from the options below, send in a photo for us to color match, or simply describe your desired look. Whatever path you choose, your Private Stock instrument will make a statement.
Aqua Violet Dragon's Breath
Aquamarine Smoke Burst
Blue Steel Smoke Burst
Bronze
Charcoal Cherry Burst
Charcoal Smoke Burst
Dragon's Breath
Electric Tiger Glow
Faded McCarty Burst
Fire Red
Frostbite Glow
Natural Smoke Burst
Rainforest
Sage Dragon's Breath
Tiger Eye
Inlays
Inlay is another part of the Private Stock ordering process with nearly infinite options and combinations. From the design itself to the materials used, inlays are a way to personalize your instrument.
There are several materials to choose from and designs ranging from intricate vines to the traditional PRS bird inlays and more. Look around and get inspired by the material choices below.
Abalone
Arizona Jade
Awabi
Azurite Web
Black Mother of Pearl
Black with Gold Web
Brown Mother of Pearl
Charloite Purple Swirl
Chryscolla
Cocobolo
Ebony
Gold Mother of Pearl
Green Banded Malachite
Green Heart
Green Ripple Abalone
Green Select Abalone
Koa
Mother Of Pearl Sparkle
Opal
Paua
Pink Heart
Pink Rhodonite
Quilted Maple
Red Dino
Red with Gold Web
Red/Orange Spiney
Red/White Spiney
Sea Blue Poly
Silver
Turquoise With Black Web
White Mother of Pearl
White with Black Web
Yellow Dino
Cases
Your Private Stock deserves a case that not only protects your guitar, but also reflects the attention to detail and beauty of the instrument it holds.
The Private Stock Team has spec'd a selection of high-quality hard-shell cases for you to choose from. Check out those options below.
Country Western - Black
Leather - Black
Leather - Brown
Paisley - Black
Paisley - Brown