Sweetwater and PRS have teamed up to bring guitarists a fresh take on one of the most in-demand instruments of the past decade: the PRS SE Silver Sky, now available in Sweetwater-exclusive Platinum Spark and Gold Spark finishes. Personally selected by John Mayer, these dazzling new looks are paired with matching sparkle truss rod covers and exclusive pickguards, making them stand out both on stage and in the studio.
Since its debut, the PRS Silver Sky has stood as a collaborative masterpiece between Paul Reed Smith and Mayer, blending vintage solidbody DNA with modern precision. The SE version continues that tradition, delivering the same attention to tone and feel at a more accessible price point.
The Sweetwater-exclusive models feature a lightweight poplar body loaded with three 635JM “S” single-coils – pickups designed to capture the round, full warmth and glassy chime of early-’60s single-coil tone. Whether you’re chasing lush chords, delicate melodies, or gritty blues riffs, this Silver Sky shines with expressive clarity.
One of the defining tweaks of the SE Silver Sky is its 8.5″ fingerboard radius. Falling between vintage 7.25″ curves and modern 9.5″ flatter boards, it strikes the perfect balance for chords, bends, and runs alike. Add in a maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and you’ve got a platform that feels as comfortable as it is versatile.
Of course, a PRS wouldn’t be complete without modern playability upgrades. The SE Silver Sky includes a steel 2-point tremolo system, providing smooth vibrato action, rock-solid tuning stability, and simple adjustability. Paired with Mayer’s handpicked finishes, it’s a guitar that’s as performance-ready as it is visually stunning.
“I wanted these to have something special for Sweetwater players,” Mayer explained in a recent demo. “The finishes not only look incredible under the lights, but they also give these SE models their own unique identity.”
For single-coil tone purists, the SE Silver Sky delivers everything from sparkling cleans to dynamic, tube-like grit with remarkable articulation. From pop to rock to blues, this Sweetwater-exclusive PRS proves that modern craftsmanship and vintage spirit can coexist in one guitar.
Available now only at Sweetwater, you can get the Platinum Spark and Gold Spark SE Silver Sky models for $849. You can also keep up with all our PRS coverage right here.
