PRS Guitars - SE Chleo Herman Li signature - Charcoal Purple Burst #115397H1
The PRS SE Chleo is the result of an intimate collaboration between PRS Guitars and award-winning guitar player Herman Li. Li, best known for his work as one of the lead guitar players in the power metal band DragonForce, is a demanding guitarist known for his fast and precise playing style.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Thin double-cutaway design optimized for lead work; custom PRS pickups engineered for high-gain clarity without mud; set mahogany neck with compound radius fingerboard (8.5″–10″) facilitating speed runs; hardtail bridge for tuning stability during aggressive play.
Requires intermediate fretting technique to exploit its speed-focused ergonomics; pairs naturally with high-gain amplification and compression pedals; hardtail design eliminates whammy bar functionality; ideal complement is noise gate or compressor for sustain control.
A signature instrument that genuinely reflects its namesake's aesthetic and technical demands. The SE Chleo justifies its price through thoughtful execution—this isn't a cosmetic collaboration, but a playable statement of intent for serious lead work.
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Awaken The Dragon
“With the PRS SE Chleo, we set out to create the best affordable guitar that delivers a unique combination of effortless playability, outstanding craftsmanship, and versatile tonal range. It combines modern innovations with classic style, giving players the tools they need to create everything from classic tones to cutting edge new sounds. The SE Chleo proves that a world-class instrument doesn’t have to break the bank—it’s a guitar that brings high-end performance within reach for everyone.”
– Herman Li, DragonForce
The PRS SE Chleo is the result of an intimate collaboration between PRS Guitars and award-winning guitar player Herman Li. Li, best known for his work as one of the lead guitar players in the power metal band DragonForce, is a demanding guitarist known for his fast and precise playing style. Based on the exclusive 2025 PRS Chleo Limited Edition, this SE signature model is a unique guitar in the PRS lineup designed with the modern metal guitarist in mind.
The PRS SE Chleo features a maple top and mahogany back with maple neck and ebony fretboard. The body features a sculpted carve that allows it to be very thin and very lightweight overall, so you can play longer and with more energy. The neck shape and neck joint were specially designed to be comfortable and fast. The neck is very thin front-to-back with a slightly taller playing surface and 20” fretboard radius, and the added high-modulus carbon fiber strength rods ensure a strong neck that promotes sustain. The fretboard features “Eclipse Dragon” inlays, and PRS’s trademark scoop has also been modified for ultimate access to the upper frets. All this plus a Floyd Rose locking tremolo mean you can dig in and play hard without sacrifice.
The PRS SE Chleo boasts the same signature pickups as the Limited Edition that preceded it. The Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li pickups feature copper-free layered PCB’s for consistency and no-hum tones. With three distinct voices and a versatile switching system, the guitar offers up to 13 unique tone combinations. From fat, aggressive rhythm tones to smooth, warm leads, soaring screams, and crystal-clear single-coil sounds, these pickups cover it all. The performance-friendly control layout makes it easy to switch between tones on the fly. Whether you’re using high-gain tube amps, modern amp modelers, or DAW plugins, the Chleo’s pickups are built to shine across any setup.
Push boundaries and forge your own ground with the PRS SE Chleo.
Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo w/ PRS Locking Nut
Low-profile design. Made to stay in tune through the heaviest dive-bombing sessions.
PRS Designed Tuners with Wing Buttons
Designed to PRS’s specifications, these lightweight tuners provide precise tuning and won’t dampen your tone.
Fishman Fluence Omniforce Pickups - Herman Li Signature
Featuring three distinct voices per pickup and a versatile switching system, the Omniforce set offers up to 13 tone combinations — from powerful high-output tones to articulate single-coil sounds. The middle single coil is designed to sit low against the body for improved picking comfort and tonal balance.
Built to Play Fast
The PRS SE Chleo features a reinforced maple neck with a uniquely thin profile and 20-inch-radiused ebony fretboard, so you can play fast. Its deeper scoop allows ultimate access to all 24 frets.
Controls

| Body | |
|---|---|
| Body Construction | Solidbody |
| Top Wood | Maple |
| Veneer | Flame Maple |
| Back Wood | Mahogany |
| Top Carve | Sculpted |
| Neck | |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Fret Wire | PRS SE Jumbo Fret Wire |
| Width of Fret Crown | .110" |
| Height of Fret Crown | .055" |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Multi-Ply |
| Truss Rod | PRS Double-Acting w/ Carbon Fiber Strength Rods |
| Neck Shape | Chleo |
| Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret | 23/32" |
| Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret | 52/64" |
| Neck Width at the Nut | 1 12/16" |
| Neck Width at the Body | 2 9/32" |
| Fretboard Wood | Ebony |
| Fretboard Radius | 20” |
| Fretboard Inlay | Eclipse Dragons |
| Headstock Logo | Signature "SE" |
| Neck/Body Assembly | |
| Neck/Body Assembly Type | Bolt-On |
| Hardware | |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose 1000 Tremolo w/ PRS Locking Nut |
| Tuners | PRS Designed Tuners w/ Wing Buttons |
| Hardware Type | Smoked Black |
| Nut | PRS Locking |
| Truss Rod Cover | "Chleo" |
| Electronics | |
| Treble Pickup | Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li |
| Middle Pickup | Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li |
| Bass Pickup | Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li |
| Controls | Push/Pull Volume and Push/Pull Tone Controls with 5-Way Blade Switch |
| Power | 9 Volt Battery |
| Additional Info | |
| Strings | PRS Classic, 9-46 |
| Tuning | Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E |
| Case | Gig Bag |
PRS Guitars, founded in 1985 by Paul Reed Smith, has established itself as a premier manufacturer of high-quality electric and acoustic guitars. The company is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship, innovative design philosophy, and commitment to playability. Each instrument reflects PRS's signature attention to detail, from hand-selected tonewoods to precisely engineered hardware.
The SE line represents PRS's dedication to making their instruments accessible to a broader audience without compromising the core values of quality and performance. Built in partnership with skilled manufacturers, SE guitars deliver the tonal characteristics and playability that PRS is known for at a more approachable price point, making them popular among both emerging and experienced players worldwide.

