PRS Guitars Factory Tour 

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The Best Thing Premier Guitar ever did, was to hire John Bohlinger! He's such a great guy and a bonafide host. He's so effervescent and always in a good mood!

Every time Paul is asked about the great guitars built at the PRS factory, he always mentions the 400+ people who work there. I think that says a lot about Paul as a man. Also, in a time when everyone is trying to be as vanilla as possible in terms of their personality to avoid any kind of controversy, I admire the fact that Paul isn't afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve and show us the real person he is. Top man massive respect to him! After Leo, he's probably the person who's had the biggest impact in the world of guitar.

I work at PRS; it is like being part of a big family. The company takes extremely good care of the employees. Business is good: unlike Fender, we are hiring!

No wonder these guitars are so good. They really pay attention to detail.

John is always my favorite to watch do interviews and tours. His enthusiasm is contagious and he always does a great job of letting the person talk. John is more of a guide for where the conversation goes rather than just asking questions

Paul had me when he replied about the 425 people in team. A humble and classy reply.

I'm a PRS guitar owner and I am proud of it!!!

PRS is a different guy and can seem difficult at times, but that’s because he’s a complex serious deep dude. If he rubs you the wrong way stick around for a minute because PRS is right on. A seriously dedicated, hard worker that’s cares about his product and workers for real. PRS is top notch all the way around.

Massive props to the whoever did sound on this. Dialogue is super crisp and clear. This was an incredibly good video too, I had a browser open looking for my dream PRS the whole time.

Everytime I watch videos about the prs factory and the work that goes into these guitars it always makes me want to get one

The first perfectly balanced guitar I ever played was a white PRS with bird inlays at West L.A. Music in 1987. I could not believe how perfect everything about that guitar was. I plugged it into a Marshall Jubilee half stack and was blown away by the tone and the smart versatility of the electronics, how perfect the tremolo system was set up, a non-locking system in an era when Floyds dominated. It was all about tone, playability, ergonomics, and a beautiful aesthetic that was all its own. I'm thrilled to see the success of this company over the decades. I've since become a PRS owner. They are the finest guitars on the planet.

Proud owner of two PRS guitars. Incredible instruments. Thanks to everyone involved for their hard work, skill and dedication.

Hopefully PRS opens up tours of the factory again soon. Im in Northern Virginia and have been hoping to go up there for years since the pandemic with the hopes of Paul signing one of my 4 PRS guitars.

It really is crazy how good the build quality and control is on PRS these days. Every guitar you pull off the rack plays and sounds amazing right away. Especially appreciative of their attention to getting the intonation set right on their guitars. Coming from a les Paul custom to a mccarty 594 hollowbody II was a night and day difference in playability.

I am always impressed with how much attention to detail and personal touch PRS puts into their guitars. Even the SE line. When a company starts growing from small boutique guitar maker to large scale guitar maker, it’s easy to lose that attention to detail and personal touch. So it’s nice to see they have not lost what got them to this point.

I’m blown away with how much hand work is done at virtually every stage of production.

I currently own 3 PRS guitars and they are hands down some of the best guitars I have ever played. Love seeing stuff like this and the process that goes into making these amazing guitars!

Love my PRS's - I have 5 now... the only guitars I have ever bought untried as I know the QC is so damn good...

I used to work in a guitar shop and we used to see all the PRS guitars that would come in. I think this was before they had an overseas line, so the ones we were getting were mostly 1300-2000 dollar guitars. I loved everything about them, the body shape, the electronics, the headstocks, all of it, and I always wanted to get one, and still do.

Paul is certainly a Gentleman and has a sense of humor right up my Alley. I finally bought a Prs guitar. A Silver Sky. I absolutely love the guitar. I’m saving for a McCarty now.

John is so enthusiastic, I absolutely love when he’s hosting a video. He makes my enthusiasm come out even more while watching

That is the most American person I've seen in a while. The piké, the non fitted jeans and the New balance shoes. Amazing tour and guitars.

I bought a PRS SE Custom 24 Trampas Green because it was the only PRS I could afford at the time. It quickly became my favorite guitar to play. For their bottom of the line guitars the feel of the neck and sound is absolutely amazing.

Paul Reed Smith is the real deal. Not only is he in the league of guitar maker greats like Leo Fender, he is a pretty good player too. I wish Eddie VanHalen would have worked with him on a signature guitar. John is a great host for these these kinds of videos. He always seems genuinely engaged without being overbearing and allows the guests to shine.

I own 30+ guitars. All the classics. My 2003 Emerald Green McCarty (10 Top) will always be one of my faves. It sounds great. Tough as a rock. Looks amazing.

Great tour of PRS! I couldn’t bond with the PRS line until, the 594 models came out. I now have a Wood library SingleCut semi hollow 594….perfection!!!!

I reluctantly bought an S2 PRS 594 Double Cut from an online dealer without being able to play it first and I was blown away. I have a vintage Gibson and there is a real reason people rave about those guitars mine is like a magic wand. The PRS out of the box was very similar in tonality and overall feel and playability. For the price I was amazed but at any price the guitar is amazing. Pickups have a lot to do with what a good guitar should be and PRS hit it out of the park with their pickups. The whole package really impresses me. Thank you Paul!!

That pic of John with that permeant smile is priceless

Fascinating tour! Makes me feel even more affection for my beloved S2.

PRS is right down the road from where I graduated from high school

Proud Prs Pulse Artist here, and I can’t say enough positive things about prs guitars. If I could I’d have every model out there haha, love them.

This was so awesome to watch. I could watch videos like these for days.

I've done this tour a few years ago and it is pretty amazing to see the workmanship in person.

When watching this factory tours (especially because they only show the most high end factories) I am amazed at the sheer volume of guitars that are being made. I can only imagine that the overseas factories make 100x the number of guitars on any given day

So they have folks with specific skills for each step in the process. Makes me appreciate a small builder who has all these skill including, in some cases, winding their own pickups.

I remember when I was 15 back in 1979 and I walked two flights of stairs to Paul's Work Shop and saw him working on His first guitar prototypes. A Few years later I held one of His very first Production Guitars at a local Music Shop. To this day I wish I could have bought one. PRS Guitars are the Gold Standard of any electric guitar made IMO.

You guys have been at it forever, and still have some of the best guitar content on youtube. Always awesome to watch.

I always enjoy seeing these videos with John. He’s like a kid in a candy store. His excitement in everything he does is infectious.

Two of the nicest guys on the planet right here.

I just added a CE 24 in a flamed maple natural ( unpainted). It is no doubt the most beautiful electric guitar I've owned. The sound too is just crazy good. Thank you PRS & All the dedicated PRS family. I look forward very much to doing the tour someday. These guitars are worth every dollar, and I feel lucky to have them.

I bought my first PRS 3 months ago. Even as a beginner, i was shocked at the quality of the beast. Blue SE Hollowbody II.. Stunning. Handles like a dream and the fit and finish is ridiculously high. I am already planning on a Core model. Paul is also a straight-up guy and that means a lot to me.

Great job as always John! You looked like a kid in a candy store at every step of the build process. PRS guitars are my favorite (I have 6 of them) because they are not only beautiful but they feel great in your hands and sound amazing. Truly functional pieces of art!

Great tour thanks for sharing all of this everyone. I am proud to own my PRS for sure.

I had the privilege to visit the PRS factory on my way home from somewhere??? north of Maryland and left the control cover for Paul to sign ON THE INSIDE of the cover so it would not wear off!!! I grew up 54 miles from the factory in Seaford, De. If I was able to work a 40 hour week, I'm on disability the last 12 years, I would want to work at this wonderful place where dreams are made. I own a Custom 22 Black hard tail beauty. I think I got it in 2005 or 6 can't remember but it is amazing!!!! Thank You Paul and all that you have done for those of us that love guitars and especially YOUR GUITARS!!!!! Bob Trice

Excellent work John. Very comprehensive tour of the PRS operation. Obviously top shelf.

Bless the staff. I never could imagine spending my working life in a factory. Hat tip to all of you❤

It was so cool seeing purple iris being stained. I have a Paul's guitar in purple iris, one of my favorites for sure!

If Bolingger is 56 or 55 he looks amazing with great energy for his age.

Such a great tour. I now know how my 22 10 top was made. Very informative. Thanks John.

Thank you Paul & Thank you John. A wonderfully, informative and fun video. Pauls' honesty, passion, integrity and knowledge fills every frame. Best wishes, Ky

Super impressive that they quality check all of the SE guitars made overseas before they are sent out. Really like the PRS company values.

Paul and I have something in common. I also was blown away by The Jimi Hendrix "Are You Experienced" was released. Shortly after that my first ever concert was Jimi Hendrix in 1969 in Charlotte, NC. He blew me away !!!! I was 15 years old. The opening band that no one was familiar with was Chicago right after they released their first album "Chicago Transit Authority".

PRS was always about its workers. Living in Annapolis in the 1980''s all my high school buddies worked at Paul's tiny shop just off West St in Annapolis. Paul would let each employee build his own guitar and I remember seeing these cool creations.

I am just amazed at all the detail and LOVE involved!

Fun! Still don’t own one, but have always wanted one since the first ones appeared in the ‘80s. I have put together a few guitars and I’m fascinated by the whole process. Would love to see it first hand someday.

Every time I see a tour of Pauls and his employee's factory I'm always impressed! Even more so this time with JB doing the tour! An absolute pleasure brother!! 8) Rock on... --gary

Great job John! I have a 2001 PRS McCarty. After over 20 years of playing this guitar, it is still in top notch playability. I really didn't know much about guitars back when I bought it. I had a Mexican Strat 60's Reissue. There was no RU-vid to watch and learn like today. But I knew PRS was the guitar to get.

Pleasure to have a custom 24 1987 in amber. Outstanding instrument.

I own a core custom 24 and recently bought a Santana SE and like them equally. Although there is a little imperfection in the neck pickup cavity where it looks like a slight dip was cut at the top of cavity. The pickup ring pretty much hides it though. I was just a little surprised that it passed inspection like that. Other than that I’m very happy with the way it plays and sounds. It’s been my main guitar since I bought it.

Great interview with Paul!I have a 2010 DGT that I love.

What a great vid! So assuring to see all the QC steps involved; not only for those guitars made in the U.S., but those made in Asia, as well. Top shelf company!

I used to think some guitars were too expensive and couldnt see the value, but PRS is a different animal althogther, the level of detail and process is so good, also Pauls vision and how he mentioned the staff a lot in the process says a lot about it, plus John always carrys the interview so well

I fell in love with PRS guitars through Dany from The Warning it was the sound and tone she had and also her custom 24-08 is absolutely stunning

What an education that was. Enjoyed every minute. Thanks Rob.

😎👍💗🇺🇸🎸 LONG LIVE PRS!!! Relic free since 1985!

i like how after he sprayed the wood with water, he cleaned up his own mess he left on the table and put the water back. He didn't just leave it for someone else to clean up.

I’ve had an SE single cut for over 20 years now. Still an absolutely amazing guitar platform. Other than normal guitar maintenance that 2 decades of use will require, the guitar has not undergone any additional or extensive set up work. I still use it for sessions regularly, and would never wish to retire it to a wall hanger, or just keep it for nostalgia’s sake. One day I’d really like to have a genuine single cut. Thanks for the tour footage! I do love me a PRS

I love the automation and consistency of PRS! I'm purchasing a PRS this year and I know I'm getting something good and not a lemon!

My favorite part of this video is how excited you are taking the tour. I'd be bouncing off the walls too dude 🤘🤘

I had two made in 1990 and real early Custom22. I went to Annapolis and visited in 1995. I’ve known Paul & Jack Higginbottom since 1989. There was only 50 people in those days.. great folks!

I love Paul, what a character he is. Still never played one of his guitars(Lefthanded) but the qc looks pretty good.

I love how PRS guitars play and feel, Some of the best sounding instruments i have ever heard but every time i buy one, I sell it because i just cannot enjoy the thick, sticky clear coat finish. I enjoy playing relic/aged/vos styled guitars. Thin nitro finishes. So the wood can breath and you can feel the actual wood. When i play a PRS it sometimes doesnt even feel like wood to me since the clear coat seems so thick. I hope in the future they start offering a different finish. I hear they have a satin finish line (i think?), Which i have not had a chance to try yet. PLEASE PRS offer a thin nitro or aged finish line.

Paul is such a great guy and respects his people. His personality is honest and to the point and I love that. I've always been a fan of PRS since I was a kid and Temonti got his signature model. John is always a gracious host, well done Premier Guitar 💯👍🏼

Such well made guitars by some fantastic people. As much as I want to like them I never played one I would open my wallet to own. I keep trying them maybe I'll find the one that speaks to me.

I freaking love Paul. He's such a great dude. And so is John. By far my favorite interviewer on PG. Oh, and PRS guy for life right here. 🙋‍♂️

Great tour and terrific production quality on the video. I love my PRS core guitars (CU24 & 513). I had a CU24 SE that was great as well but I sold it to help finance the core model.

Well that was a very enjoyable and informative hour… thank you!

I will be purchasing my first PRS soon. I am greatly blessed to own some great guitars, but a PRS is missing. I LOVE what you guys do

Playing for over 30 years now, and i never had a PRS guitar. After watching this video, i feel like i wanna get one PRS guitar.

John just consumed a triple espresso shot in a grande Starbucks Komodo Dragon .

The best part of PRS is that the SE and S2 lines make owning a PRS possible to those on a "budget." My S2 Satin 24 is probably my best guitar.

I just bought my PRS CE. I almost cried, really happy.

John!!!! you have been putting out some amazing videos...love it. thanks

Fantastic tour video. Love my PRS guitars. QC is so good

Just bought my first PRS 24 custom in turquoise 🎸🤩 really informative eye opening factory tour. Thanks.

Always enjoy shop tours. I started building stringed instruments in my retirement. It is truly a rewarding hobby.... Not sure if I'd want to do it every day but it can be addicting.

Fascinating, they build some incredible guitars there.

This is why I play PRS...once I picked one up it was all but over for my Gibson an fenders..to me these are the best on the planet...pure butter...

This is so fitting as I just received my first PRS today!! It got delivered this morning and I am still at work😔 I’m so ready to get out of here and go home!!!

I bought my PRS custom 22 with the dragon pickups for 1600 bucks 20 years ago now it sells for over 4000 bucks and it still looks like new I just polished it and did a thuro cleaning and polishing of the neck n freats it's a fantastic instraments and a good investment I've got 9 guitars and the PRS is the best looking and playing one, my buddies are jealous when I bring it out they all Wana play it so I let them but no belts or buttons if they scratch it they pay thanks Paul your still the man

I had an initial rough start with an entry level PRS SE standard, and bounced around other brands. I kept coming back to PRS because I just loved the way they felt. I’ve owned a total of 8, currently own 4 with another due to arrive on Friday. They’ve run the spectrum of entry level to CE’s. My CE24 is my number one, and I’ve had fun modding a few SE Customs (some parts myself, most by an experienced Luther). I love the variety of necks (pattern thin, favorite), and the love the tops. Look great, feel great, sound great. Love ‘em.

Thanks for the tour.

I am still waiting for my silver sky SE and I’ve been waiting since late April but man I am so hyped for it still to this day especially after watching this video and seeing the amount of care and quality control they do after those SE instruments come back to the US

Ya'll over there at Premier Guitar are great at putting the right host with the right band or company. Thank you for all the content over the years. If this was around when I was teenager it wouldn't have taken me so long to learn about proper gear and tone.

As always, Mr. Bohlinger - a fine job on this PRS tour

Paul i remember ice skating to pier 7 to watch you play, we never met in-person but i remember playing one of your guitars that you made in Annapolis that you had given a friend we both knew ,small 🌎

I forgot to mention I saw him in Lexington, NC for a guitar seminar and got a photo of me and Paul. What a great guy!!!! Bob

My first electric guitar was the Epiphone Genesis 1978. The Same wine color 10 lbs of solid mahogany, rich humbucks. I play one today and will hold up next to any guitar.

Me too I love mine,PRS rocks