PRS Guitars - SE NF 53 Black Doghair
The PRS SE NF 53 is a powerful, modern guitar inspired by classic tones and design. Built on the foundation of a swamp ash body and 22-fret, 25.5” scale length bolt-on maple neck and fretboard, the PRS SE NF 53 embodies the spirit of the electric guitar in the most timeless way. The addition of PRS Narrowfield DD “S” pickups brings a lot of power and musicality without the hum, making this guitar uniquely PRS.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Narrowfield DD "S" pickups eliminate 60-cycle hum through innovative coil design while maintaining high output and harmonic complexity; 25.5" scale bolt-on maple neck provides tonal clarity and traditional playability; swamp ash body balances resonance with structural stability.
Verify case compatibility before purchase. Narrowfield pickups may require amp adjustment for optimal tone—experiment with gain staging. Standard PRS SE hardware is robust but benefits from periodic setup attention. Complements both vintage and modern amp profiles effectively.
The SE NF 53 proves that PRS's attention to tonal architecture transcends price point. It delivers legitimate sonic sophistication—the pickups simply work without compromise, and the build quality ensures this guitar remains relevant across decades of evolving styles.
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Vintage Spirit. Timeless Tone.
The PRS SE NF 53 is a powerful, modern guitar inspired by classic tones and design. Built on the foundation of a swamp ash body and 22-fret, 25.5” scale length bolt-on maple neck and fretboard, the PRS SE NF 53 embodies the spirit of the electric guitar in the most timeless way. The addition of PRS Narrowfield DD “S” pickups brings a lot of power and musicality without the hum, making this guitar uniquely PRS.
PRS Narrowfield DD (Deep Dish) “S” pickups are made with taller bobbins to fit more winds and extra metal pieces in between the magnets for a focused, powerful tone. The “S” variation of these pickups brings articulate low-end tones and the snarl and twang you’d expect from this instrument – all as a noiseless humbucker, making it extremely receptive to gain. Paired with a volume and tone control and 3-way blade pickup switch, the NF 53 allows players to easily dial in their sound. Finally, the steel plate-style bridge with brass barrel saddles adds to the PRS SE NF 53’s lively tone and resonance.
PRS Plate-Style Bridge, Steel
Plate-style bridge made with steel for lively tone and brass saddles for sustain.
PRS Designed Tuners with Wing Buttons
Designed to PRS’s specifications, these lightweight tuners provide precise tuning and won’t dampen your tone.
PRS Narrowfield DD “S” Pickups
“Deep Dish” pickups that deliver full, articulate bass and musical highs without the hum.
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Body |
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| Body Construction | Solidbody |
| Body Wood | Swamp Ash |
| Top Carve | Flat Top |
Neck |
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| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Fret Wire | PRS SE Standard Fret Wire |
| Width of Fret Crown | .110" |
| Height of Fret Crown | .046" |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Scarfed |
| Truss Rod | PRS Double-Acting |
| Neck Shape | NF 53 |
| Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret | 7/8" |
| Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret | 31/32" |
| Neck Width at the Nut | 1 41/64" |
| Neck Width at the Body | 2 7/32" |
| Fretboard Wood | Maple |
| Fretboard Radius | 10" |
| Fretboard Inlay | Birds |
| Headstock Logo | Signature "SE" |
Neck/Body Assembly |
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| Neck/Body Assembly Type | Bolt-On |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | PRS Plate Style, Steel |
| Tuners | PRS Designed Tuners w/ Wing Buttons |
| Hardware Type | Nickel |
| Nut | PRS |
| Truss Rod Cover | "NF 53" |
Electronics |
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| Treble Pickup | PRS Narrowfield DD "S" Treble |
| Bass Pickup | PRS Narrowfield DD "S" Bass |
| Controls | Volume and Tone Control with 3-way Blade Pickup Switch |
Additional Info |
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| Strings | PRS Classic 10-46 |
| Tuning | Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E |
| Case | Gig Bag |
PRS Guitars, founded by Paul Reed Smith in 1985, has established itself as a premier American guitar manufacturer known for meticulous craftsmanship and innovative design. The company bridges the gap between vintage tone and modern playability, combining traditional lutherie techniques with contemporary engineering to create instruments that appeal to discerning players across all genres.
PRS is renowned for its proprietary pickup designs, precision hardware, and attention to tonal character. The brand's SE line extends PRS's commitment to quality to a broader audience, offering guitars built to the company's exacting standards at accessible price points, without compromising the sonic integrity and playability that define the PRS name.
