{"product_id":"the-prs-guitar-book-a-complete-history-of-paul-reed-smith-guitars","title":"The Prs Guitar Book: A Complete History Of Paul Reed Smith Guitars","description":"(Guitar Reference). The PRS Guitar Book details every facet of the wonderful electric guitars made by PRS  the Maryland-based company founded in 1985 by musician and guitar builder Paul Reed Smith. The paperback edition is updated to include all the latest information on the acclaimed Singlecut models  as well as the intriguing story of the Santana SE the companys first venture into overseas manufacture. An inviting narrative describes the evolution of this internationally renowned guitar maker  while dynamic color photography spotlights outstanding PRS guitars such as the Signature  signed by Smith; the Dragon  sporting opulent shell inlays; the Swamp Ash Special and Rosewood Limited  using non-standard materials; and ultra-rare models from limited and custom runs. Other featured guitars include the latest acoustic-electrics  and the Santana models that celebrate the partnership between PRS guitars and their best-known player  Carlos Santana. A special section highlights the companys famed use of highly patterned maple woods  displaying the most stunning \"flame-top\" and \"quilt-top\" examples. This definitive book also provides an absorbing photo-essay on the making of a PRS guitar  plus specifications for identifying and dating PRS instruments. \" The PRS Guitar Book is a must-have for any collector  PRS owner  or anyone who appreciates PRS guitars.\" Guitar Digest \"Masterful ... tons of gorgeous  full-color photos.\" Guitar Player \"This hefty volume of brilliantly colorful guitars made by Paul Reed Smith exemplifies the best and the brightest...\" Dirty Linen \"A fitting tribute to a company which has  in a short time  come to symbolize a quality alternative to the big two American electric guitar manufacturers.\" Vintage Guitar","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44644419502133,"sku":"ByrdShop_0879308982","price":227.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/ByrdShop_0879308982_7c8841ec-71da-4e8d-856a-8c9c9c6d2eeb.jpg?v=1764883208","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-prs-guitar-book-a-complete-history-of-paul-reed-smith-guitars","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}