John Mayer | Behind the PRS Silver Sky Guitar
We caught up with John Mayer at rehearsals for his latest world tour for a demo and discussion of his PRS Silver Sky model. In this video, John shares insights on the collaborative relationship he and Paul Reed Smith had in working to modernize the design of the electric guitar, all while chasing the perfect feel and idealized tone of well-loved vintage instruments. Order your PRS Silver Sky: https://www.guitarcenter.com/PRS/John-Mayer-Silver-Sky-Electric-Guitar.gc?source=4GOA4LOBA Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: John Mayer on the PRS Silver Sky 00:17 - Why the PRS Silver Sky Feels Like a Custom Shop Guitar 01:19 - Feel, Scale Length and the "Buttery" Playing Experience 03:13 - Building the Ultimate Player's Guitar 03:32 - Modernizing a Classic Guitar Design 05:39 - Finding the Perfect Pickup Positions 08:38 - Mastering the Silver Sky Tone Controls 09:41 - Why Great Guitars Inspire Better Playing 10:25 - The Feedback Loop of Joy, Feel and Tone 11:48 - The Vision Behind the PRS Silver Sky 13:11 - Final Performance
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