2024 PRS NF 53 Electric Guitar - Blue Matteo

The PRS NF 53 is a powerful guitar that combines classic tones with modern design. Inspired by one of Paul Reed Smith’s vintage guitars from 1953, the PRS NF 53 combines a swamp ash body and 22-fret, 25.5” scale length bolt-on maple neck with maple fretboard with a special set of PRS Narrowfield pickups. The 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 more focused, powerful tone.

“I am so pleased with the feedback from the artists who have played this guitar – everyone is telling us that we have something special here,” said Paul Reed Smith. “If you are a fan of this style and tone, the NF 53 will take you where you want to go. To me to have this kind of beautiful high end without the hum is game changing.”

Paired with a volume and tone control and 3-way blade pickup switch, the NF 53 allows players to easily dial in their sound. The steel plate-style bridge, PRS vintage style tuners, and nickel hardware all work together to provide precise and reliable tuning stability while promoting sustain and powerful tone.

The PRS NF 53 is available in four stunning finishes: White Doghair, Black Doghair, Blue Matteo, and McCarty Tobacco Sunburst. Whether you are a seasoned player or just starting out, the PRS NF 53 is an addictive guitar you won’t want to put down. 

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair. 

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

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  Highlights

Plate-style design made with steel for lively tone and brass saddles for sustain and tuning fidelity.

Traditional vintage style, closed back tuners with unplated brass shafts for direct string contact. Featuring proprietary PRS button design.

“Deep Dish” pickups with a mixed magnet/steel pole piece design that deliver musical highs without losing bass and becoming anemic.

  Specifications

Number of Strings: 6

Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed

Body Type: Solidbody

Body Shape: NF 53

Body Material: Swamp Ash

Body Finish: Gloss

Color: Blue Matteo

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Shape: Pattern 53

Neck Joint: Bolt-on

Radius: 10"

Fingerboard Material: Maple

Fingerboard Inlay: PRS Birds

Number of Frets: 22

Scale Length: 25.5"

Nut Width: 1.64"

Nut Material: Bone

Bridge/Tailpiece: PRS Plate Style

Tuners: Vintage-style Closed-back with PRS Buttons

Neck Pickup: PRS Narrowfield DD Humbucker

Bridge Pickup: PRS Narrowfield DD Humbucker

Controls: 1 x volume, 1 x tone

Switching: 3-way blade pickup switch

Strings: PRS Signature, .010-.046

Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag

Manufacturer Part Number: 112815::BM:

Depth at 1st Fret: .860"

Depth at 12th Fret: .956"