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Official Launch: PRS Guitars Unveils the All-New Tekton Family and Revolutionary Stylus Pickups!

A Revolutionary Breakthrough by PRS Guitars for Modern Technical Guitarists

Since day one, PRS Guitars has been built around a combination of player feedback and our experience as guitar makers. Listening to musicians while continually refining our craft has helped us create instruments that serve as indispensable tools for a wide range of players.

Over the years, there has been a growing call from the global guitar community for more modern PRS instruments. Guitarists wanted thinner necks, longer scale lengths, flatter fretboards, stainless steel frets, and specialized pickups designed to thrive through both traditional tube amps and modern digital modeling rigs.

The answer from the Maryland-based guitar manufacturer is the all-new PRS Tekton Family. This is not just a routine model addition—PRS Guitars and Paul Reed Smith are planting a flag for a whole new family of American-made performance electric guitars tailored for technical precision, effortless playability, and digital rig integration.

History & Development: How the Tekton Lineup Was Engineered

When starting the Tekton project, the engineering team at PRS aimed to serve the most discerning, technical players. This required re-evaluating core specifications from the ground up.

The development of the new body shape started with a PRS Vela, whiteout, and pencils. By cutting the fat from the Vela contours and combining it with the classic Custom body shape—first on paper, then on computer CAD models, and finally in prototype wood cuts—the team achieved the thinnest body in PRS standard production. It incorporates an exaggerated lower horn scoop for upper-fret access up to the 24th fret and a comfortable belly carve.

The neck profile followed a similar path. The result is a thin Modern «D» shape that avoids feeling like a cramped stick while providing ergonomic support. The neck incorporates hormigo strength rods—similar to the carbon fiber rods used in PRS acoustic guitars and the PRS Chleo signature model—providing structural rigidity, tuning stability, and enhanced acoustic resonance.

String spacing was another vital factor. The spacing on Tekton models matches the PRS Silver Sky (John Mayer) and PRS Fiore (Mark Lettieri), which is slightly wider than traditional PRS spacing. This extra room benefits sweeping arpeggios and precise picking attack.

Throughout development, PRS hosted «listening parties» on both U.S. coasts with current PRS artists and guest guitarists. Artist feedback led directly to the adoption of a flat 16” fretboard radius, stainless steel jumbo frets, simple offset dot inlays, and blue Luminlay side dots for stage visibility.

What’s in a Name? Understanding Tekton & Stylus

  • Tekton (from Ancient Greek) — meaning artisan, craftsman, carpenter, or builder. It reflects the core philosophy of combining hand craftsmanship with modern instrument design.

  • Stylus — an instrument used for writing. It represents the pickup as a tool used by players to compose, record, and articulate their musical ideas.

PRS Stylus Pickups: Engineered for Clarity, Tube Amps, and Digital Rigs

With the structural framework established, PRS voiced the new Stylus pickups. The goal was to build an aggressive yet articulate pickup set that sounds balanced across all positions, whether running full humbucking or coil-split modes.

Designed with digital modeling platforms (Fractal Audio, Kemper, Quad Cortex, Neural DSP) in mind alongside traditional tube amps, Stylus humbuckers feature a flatter output curve than many other PRS humbuckers. This maintains clarity under high gain without clipping input stages.

Featuring Alnico 5 magnets, the 6-string and 7-string pickups average approximately 13k (Treble) and 11k (Bass) DC resistance. This moderate-high output delivers note separation in complex chord voicings and high-speed technical passages.

The Complete PRS Tekton Model Lineup

1. PRS Tekton (Hardtail)

A hardtail guitar designed for players who prioritize tuning stability, direct string-to-body resonance, and precision. Features a PRS Hardtail string-through-body bridge, a Figured Mango top, and a Mahogany back.

2. PRS Tekton T (Two-Point Tremolo)

Designed for expressive vibrato work, the Tekton T features a PRS Two-Point Tremolo system with a steel plate and brass saddles. The brass saddles add warmth, mid-range punch, and sustain.

3. PRS Tekton «Floyd»

Built for high-speed lead playing, dive bombs, and heavy vibrato, this model features an authentic Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo (16” radius), an Alder body, and non-locking PRS Phase III tuners behind a locking nut.

4. PRS Tekton SVN (7-String)

The first American-made 7-string model in the PRS main lineup. Featuring an extended 26.5” scale length, PRS Stylus SVN pickups, and a 7-string PRS Hardtail bridge, it delivers low-end clarity for extended-range playing.

Complete Technical Specifications for the PRS Tekton Family


1. PRS Tekton (Hardtail) Specifications

BODY

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Top Wood: Figured Mango

  • Back Wood: Mahogany

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

NECK

  • Number of Frets: 24

  • Fret Wire: PRS Jumbo (Crown Width: .110”, Crown Height: .055”)

  • Fret Wire Material: Stainless Steel

  • Scale Length: 25.5”

  • Neck Wood: Maple

  • Neck Construction: Scarfed

  • Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

  • Neck Shape: Modern «D»

  • Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 49/64”

  • Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 27/32”

  • Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16”

  • Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4”

  • Fretboard Wood: Ebony

  • Fretboard Radius: 16”

  • Side Dots: Luminlay, Blue

  • Fretboard Inlays: Offset Dots

  • Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid

  • Neck/Body Assembly Type: Bolt-On

FINISH

  • Body Finish: High-Gloss Nitro

  • Neck Finish: Satin Nitro

HARDWARE

  • Bridge: PRS Hardtail (String-Through)

  • Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners

  • Hardware Type: Smoked Black

  • Nut: PRS

  • Truss Rod Cover: Tekton

ELECTRONICS

  • Treble Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Bass Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Controls: Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control with 3-Way Blade Pickup Switch



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Strings: PRS Signature 10-46

  • Tuning: Standard E (E, A, D, G, B, E)

  • Included Accessories: PRS Premium Gig Bag

  • Finishes: Slate Blue, Imperial Topaz, Black Tourmaline, Violet Tourmaline, Bloodstone Red, Fuchsia Aura


2. PRS Tekton T (Two-Point Tremolo) Specifications

BODY

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Top Wood: Figured Mango

  • Back Wood: Mahogany

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

NECK

  • Number of Frets: 24

  • Fret Wire: PRS Jumbo (Crown Width: .110”, Crown Height: .055”)

  • Fret Wire Material: Stainless Steel

  • Scale Length: 25.5”

  • Neck Wood: Maple

  • Neck Construction: Scarfed

  • Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

  • Neck Shape: Modern «D»

  • Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 49/64”

  • Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 27/32”

  • Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16”

  • Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4”

  • Fretboard Wood: Ebony

  • Fretboard Radius: 16”

  • Side Dots: Luminlay, Blue

  • Fretboard Inlays: Offset Dots

  • Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid

  • Neck/Body Assembly Type: Bolt-On

FINISH

  • Body Finish: High-Gloss Nitro

  • Neck Finish: Satin Nitro

HARDWARE

  • Bridge: PRS Two-Point Tremolo, Steel Plate/Brass Saddles

  • Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners

  • Hardware Type: Smoked Black

  • Nut: PRS

  • Truss Rod Cover: Tekton

ELECTRONICS

  • Treble Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Bass Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Controls: Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control with 3-Way Blade Pickup Switch

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Strings: PRS Signature 10-46

  • Tuning: Standard E (E, A, D, G, B, E)

  • Included Accessories: PRS Premium Gig Bag

  • Finishes: Slate Blue, Imperial Topaz, Black Tourmaline, Violet Tourmaline, Bloodstone Red, Fuchsia Aura



3. PRS Tekton «Floyd» Specifications

BODY

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Body Wood: Alder

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

NECK

  • Number of Frets: 24

  • Fret Wire: PRS Jumbo (Crown Width: .110”, Crown Height: .055”)

  • Fret Wire Material: Stainless Steel

  • Scale Length: 25.5”

  • Neck Wood: Maple

  • Neck Construction: Scarfed

  • Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

  • Neck Shape: Modern «D»

  • Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 49/64”

  • Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 27/32”

  • Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16”

  • Neck Width at Body: 2 1/4”

  • Fretboard Wood: Ebony

  • Fretboard Radius: 16”

  • Side Dots: Luminlay, Blue

  • Fretboard Inlays: Offset Dots

  • Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid

  • Neck/Body Assembly Type: Bolt-On

FINISH

  • Body Finish: High-Gloss Nitro

  • Neck Finish: Satin Nitro

HARDWARE

  • Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Series, 16” Radius

  • Tuners: PRS Phase III, Non-Locking Tuners

  • Hardware Type: Smoked Black

  • Nut: PRS Locking Nut

  • Truss Rod Cover: Tekton

ELECTRONICS

  • Treble Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Bass Pickup: PRS Stylus

  • Controls: Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control with 3-Way Blade Pickup Switch



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Strings: PRS Signature 10-46

  • Tuning: Standard E (E, A, D, G, B, E)

  • Included Accessories: PRS Premium Gig Bag

  • Finishes: Pearl Black, Purple Royale, Multi-Metal Flake, White Holoflake, Hot Pink, Neon Green




4. PRS Tekton SVN (7-String) Specifications

BODY

  • Body Construction: Solidbody

  • Top Wood: Figured Mango

  • Back Wood: Mahogany

  • Top Carve: Shallow Violin

NECK

  • Number of Frets: 24

  • Fret Wire: PRS Jumbo (Crown Width: .110”, Crown Height: .055”)

  • Fret Wire Material: Stainless Steel

  • Scale Length: 26.5”

  • Neck Wood: Maple

  • Neck Construction: Scarfed

  • Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting

  • Neck Shape: Modern «D» SVN

  • Neck Depth at 1/2 Fret: 49/64”

  • Neck Depth at 12 1/2 Fret: 27/32”

  • Neck Width at Nut: 1 29/32”

  • Neck Width at Body: 2 5/8”

  • Fretboard Wood: Ebony

  • Fretboard Radius: 16”

  • Side Dots: Luminlay, Blue

  • Fretboard Inlays: Offset Dots

  • Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid

  • Neck/Body Assembly Type: Bolt-On

FINISH

  • Body Finish: High-Gloss Nitro

  • Neck Finish: Satin Nitro

HARDWARE

  • Bridge: PRS Hardtail, 7-String

  • Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners

  • Hardware Type: Smoked Black

  • Nut: PRS

  • Truss Rod Cover: Tekton

ELECTRONICS

  • Treble Pickup: PRS Stylus SVN

  • Bass Pickup: PRS Stylus SVN

  • Controls: Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control with 3-Way Blade Pickup Switch



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Strings: PRS Signature 10-59

  • Tuning: Standard 7-String B (B, E, A, D, G, B, E)

  • Included Accessories: PRS Premium Gig Bag

  • Finishes: Slate Blue, Imperial Topaz, Black Tourmaline, Violet Tourmaline, Bloodstone Red, Fuchsia Aura
     

    Why Is the PRS Tekton Your Next Guitar?

    The team at Paul Reed Smith has proven once again that true progress happens when the vast experience of master craftsmen meets the real-world needs of modern musicians. The PRS Tekton lineup delivers ultimate technical freedom, flawless intonation balance, and pristine note clarity—whether you are plugging into a classic tube combo on stage or tracking intricate passages through a digital processor in your home studio.  Our inventory features the complete flagship PRS Tekton collection: from streamlined hardtails and versatile tremolo models to uncompromising Floyd Rose builds and the heavy-hitting 7-string Tekton SVN monsters.