Guitarists who use PRS
PRS is an American manufacturer that produces electric guitars and electric basses.
The company name comes from the initials of its founder, Paul Reed Smith.
PRS guitars are often said to combine the best features of Gibson’s Les Paul and Fender’s Stratocaster, and they are favored by many professional players.
This time, we will introduce some of those guitarists.
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Guitarists who use PRS (1–10)
New LightJohn Mayer
The days of associating John Mayer with a Fender Strat are long gone.
In 2018, PRS released his Strat-shaped signature model.
It matches his refined guitar phrasing and tone perfectly!
Tears of YesterdayHitoshi Okamoto
He is a musician known as a member of GARNET CROW.
After the band disbanded, he began a solo career as a guitarist and has written songs for many artists, including Mai Kuraki and Miho Komatsu.
He is held in very high regard within the industry.
Samurai Heart (Some Like It Hot!!)UZ
I’m the guitarist in a four-piece rock band.
We originally played loud rock with a pretty heavy sound, but we gained popularity after incorporating elements of pop.
I’m mainly in charge of composing, and I create demo tracks by recording guitar and using programming.
Guitarists who use PRS (11–20)
Leave That Thing AloneAlex Lifeson
A band that can be considered emblematic of progressive rock is Canada’s Rush.
The guitarist, Alex Lifeson, is known as one of the devoted users of PRS.
It might be fair to say that a hallmark of PRS is how it’s loved by technically minded guitarists across a wide range of generations, from up-and-comers to veterans.
According To YouOrianthi
The “THIS IS IT” tour was meant to be Michael Jackson’s comeback live show, but it turned into a phantom due to his passing.
Orianthi, who was chosen as the guitarist at the young age of 24 and drew significant attention, was set to perform on this tour.
In her musical career, she showcased her multifaceted talent by not only playing guitar but also taking on vocal duties.
One Night Last JuneAl Di Meola
In the jazz fusion world, Al Di Meola made his mark as a leading fast-playing guitarist.
He later fused Latin music with jazz, pursuing a sound all his own.
He favors many different guitars, and among them you can spot PRS as well.
Why I’m MeJESSE
He is a vocalist and guitarist for the rock bands RIZE and The BONEZ, and in addition to JESSE, he has performed under the names SORA3000, JROC, MR.13, Yamato EMCEE, and SORATO.
He is the son of rock guitarist Char, and having been exposed to instruments from a young age, he owns a large collection of gear.