Whether your playing pop, metal, or jazz, being a part of a band requires the right equipment for the job. But how do you decide what to choose? In this blog we interviewed five pro musicians who cover a multitude of styles and genres for their gigs. Let’s find out how they selected the right PRS for the job.
Each year, EarthQuaker Devices in Akron, OH throws a one-day shindig they have officially dubbed, “EarthQuaker Day.” This year PRS hosted a riff contest at EarthQuaker Day that resulted in one lucky shredder taking home their very own PRS S2 Standard 22. Read all about it here!
For artists and fans alike, the Vans Warped Tour is a bit magical; there is really nothing like it as bands travel together to play in 38 cities in 46 days. As you can imagine, the schedule and sheer effort it takes to pull-off a traveling tour of this magnitude is grueling. We caught up with a few PRS artists on this year’s tour to get the scoop on what it’s really like.
This is it, the final countdown. Artists and music fans around the continental US are prepping for the final full cross country Warped Tour. This year it’s kicking off in Pomona, CA on June 21st and wrapping up 46 days and 38 cities later in West Palm Beach, Florida. Check out this blog to see the PRS artists on this year’s tour!
Check out this blog to meet a few of PRS’ youngest endorsers! Age is no indicator of talent when it comes to these young players. each of whom undoubtedly has a bright future with guitar. Read our Q&A with Jon Dretto, Hayden Fogle, and Justus West here!
One of the coolest things about music is that it transcends generations - people of any age have the opportunity to enjoy and create music. The kids we’re highlighting today just so happen to be really good at it and at a really young age. Check out this blog post as we give a shout-out to kids who rock - and rock PRS guitars at that.
Living Colour and PRS artist Vernon Reid have been busy following the release of their latest and first new album in 8 years, Shade. They recently took stage performing two hard-hitting songs as musical guests on Late Night with Seth Meyers, check out the performance here!
The Reclaimed Limiteds were announced in March 2017 as a limited order window. Admittedly, not even we were prepared for the overwhelming enthusiasm for these two new “reclaimed” offerings: the S2 Vela Semi-Hollow & CE 24 Semi-Hollow. Check out this blog for a look back at these unique guitars and an update on our wood supply!
The Vans Warped Tour presented by Journeys is the nation’s largest traveling music festival and has been connecting fans with their favorite bands since 1995! For the musicians on the tour, Warped is one of the most aggressive touring schedules one can experience, typically spanning 41 cities in 50 days. We took the time to chat with a few artists playing PRS on this year’s tour, and learn about their favorite parts of Warped, the gear they’re using, and more!
For this behind-the-scenes look at the S2 Series, we interviewed 3 professional touring musicians who use S2 guitars at the heart of their gigging rigs. Below, get an inside look at their favorite gear, warm-up techniques, and more!