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expiredGlenz posted Sep 08, 2023 03:11 AM
expiredGlenz posted Sep 08, 2023 03:11 AM

PRS SE Hollowbody Standard Electric Guitar (Open Box, Fire Red Burst)

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ProAudioStar has PRS SE Hollowbody Standard Electric Guitar (Open Box, Fire Red Burst) on sale for $579.99. Shipping is free.

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About this Guitar:
  • The SE Hollowbody Standard features an all-mahogany body with hollow construction for a warm, resonant tone. 
  • The 22 fret wide fat neck, PRS adjustable stoptail bridge, and 58/15 "S" pickups further promote the SE Hollowbody Standard's big, clear, balanced voice. 
  • This vintage-inspired instrument combines the power and stability of a solid-body electric guitar with the captivating, resonance of a hollowbody instrument, making the SE Hollowbody Standard at home with players of all styles.

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ProAudioStar has PRS SE Hollowbody Standard Electric Guitar (Open Box, Fire Red Burst) on sale for $579.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member Glenz for sharing this deal

About this Guitar:
  • The SE Hollowbody Standard features an all-mahogany body with hollow construction for a warm, resonant tone. 
  • The 22 fret wide fat neck, PRS adjustable stoptail bridge, and 58/15 "S" pickups further promote the SE Hollowbody Standard's big, clear, balanced voice. 
  • This vintage-inspired instrument combines the power and stability of a solid-body electric guitar with the captivating, resonance of a hollowbody instrument, making the SE Hollowbody Standard at home with players of all styles.

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PortabelloRoad
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I've ordered a lot from ProAudioStar, and I've only received 2 items that were listed as used/b stock, but appeared to be new. And one of those was because the sales guy called me and offered to upgrade my Line 6 Helix to a new one for $75.
The other one was a guitar. I can't be sure if it's actually new, or just in great shape and someone returned it and it had no wear or damage on it.
The other guitars I got were used and had very slight flaws with them. Extremely slight flaws thankfully, except maybe my american acoustasonic telecaster. I had to do some dremel work on a knob to get that one useable. But was worth getting it for half the price of new.

Just make sure you're ok with receiving a used one if ordering used.

If you're hoping to do the 'upgrade to new for slightly more' thing, be sure to call them first. Sometimes if you place an order online by time they can look at upgrading you it's already entered shipping and they'll say they can't do anything.
joshs1930
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Pretty sure they just got an extra $75 out of you lel. I've bought a few items as "open box" from them and they were always brand new in box.

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Pro
Sep 09, 2023 02:03 PM
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Sep 09, 2023 02:03 PM
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Quote from Glenz :
Yes. Thanks. Updated my post to reflect that.
Could you please update your title to explain what this is? That's kind of you.

Had to scroll to pics (thanks for them) to find out it is a guitar. I thought this was some cool type of ammo from your title.laugh out loud

We aren't all guitar people or knowledgeable on models/styles of (fill in the blank) meaning something specific.
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Sep 09, 2023 02:36 PM
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zuhlSep 09, 2023 02:36 PM
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Quote from KilatoneAmps :
Yes, hard case included. It's a great deal
I ordered the blue one with piezo a few weeks ago as open box. The case had a small dent on the top. The guitar had never been touched. So if open box means a new guitar with a near mint case, I'm thrilled with that
Sep 09, 2023 05:02 PM
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trzaSep 09, 2023 05:02 PM
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PRS makes great guitars right here in the USA. My buddy probably worked on the finish.
Sep 09, 2023 06:53 PM
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CalebC5754Sep 09, 2023 06:53 PM
310 Posts
I have this in a different finish and it's all I've been playing lately. I paid for the upgrade to new but it was clearly B stock so they refunded me. Don't agree to an upgrade to new. I've bought a few others from them and it was a good experience.
Pro
Sep 09, 2023 07:22 PM
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PNUCKLE
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Sep 09, 2023 07:22 PM
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Quote from trza :
PRS makes great guitars right here in the USA. My buddy probably worked on the finish.
SE isn't made in USA...
Sep 09, 2023 09:39 PM
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DrPoopyBottomSep 09, 2023 09:39 PM
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Got it last month. One of the best guitars I've ever played. Maybe sounds even better than a $1400 Ibanez I recently bought. Highly recommend.
Sep 09, 2023 11:49 PM
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mikeinthewoodsSep 09, 2023 11:49 PM
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anyone have, or play the hollowbody II w/ piezo? it looks great but wondering if its worth the $300 difference

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Sep 10, 2023 12:25 AM
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flyingveeSep 10, 2023 12:25 AM
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[QUOTE=mikeinthewoods; 6bq5 piezo? it looks great but wondering if its worth the $300 difference[/QUOTE]

I just got my blue hb2p from PAS yesterday. Nicely packed, arrived in three days. I have had far worse transactions from authorized core dealers.

I like the piezo. If you don't want the ability to sound like an acoustic, then save your money. it also mixes in nicely with the magnetic pickups for new sounds.

I have three core models of this guitar. The SE isn't a core, but for the $5000 difference, it will work as a backup for me.
Sep 11, 2023 04:29 PM
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KilatoneAmpsSep 11, 2023 04:29 PM
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Quote from dhishi :
Actually it is not their own Chinese Factory but a 3rd Party manufacturer that makes guitars for various other companies. If you read the reviews, there are quality related issues in the workmanship. Some of them include poor neck and body joining, corroded strings etc.... Typically you would expect from a Chinese made product. Looks like you are paying for the Mahogany wood more than anything else.

I never buy guitars before testing them. If I can find this in the store I will check it out. Even more so if it is made in china.
Unfortunately guitar center do not carry them in store.

What is their return policy if you do not like it? Looks like 15% restocking fee and you have pay for return shipping.

ProAdio also selling on ebay for $20 more: https://www.ebay.com/itm/30512542...R_jFoqTPYg

Looks like they are desperate to get rid of unsold inventory for a product they can't sell.
To be fair, the quality control issues you've described have been observed even in the lower-end models out of Gibson's Nashville plant (sometime even on Standards). That isn't alway the case, and it isn't for these either but, the Chinese (and anyone else) will build to whatever price point you pay for. Including Americans. PRS IMO has been doing a better job than most. And I've yet to have an issue with any their guitars I have from Indonesia (the HB II Piezo is the only Chinese SE I have, and mine's pretty much flawless)
Sep 14, 2023 08:06 PM
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HappyHome730Sep 14, 2023 08:06 PM
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From Arizona: I've never bought open box before, but I received this guitar today and the pickups and tuners were still wrapped. Came in a hard shell. Honestly, I don't think this thing was ever even played before it got to me. No blemishes, no issues. Honestly, the quality control on the SE models is f'ing outstanding. This thing is honestly worth the original $1000 price and sounds amazing. Wouldn't hesitate to purchase open box through ProAudioStar again. Broke it in with some "I Wanna Be Your Dog" by Iggy and the Stooges. Thanks for helping me slide further into my guitar buying habit ProAudioStar.

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