PRS Private Stock McCarty 594 Electric Guitar - PS10988, Natural with Cherry Burst Copper Foil Accents

One-of-a-kind artistry meets vintage-inspired tone in the PRS Private Stock McCarty 594 PS10988, transforming the celebrated double-cut platform through an extraordinary combination of exotic woods, custom finishing and hand-selected appointments. A dramatically figured spalted maple top and matching back cap frame an African mahogany body, dressed in a natural finish with Cherry Burst copper-foil accents for a striking presentation unique to this build. A Pattern Vintage mahogany neck pairs with a kingwood fingerboard, curly maple binding and elaborate J Bird inlays for an equally distinctive playing surface. Covered 58/15 LT pickups deliver an open, articulate take on classic humbucker tone, with dual push/pull Tone controls expanding the palette from rich, full-bodied sounds to nuanced single-coil textures. Smoked-black hardware, tweaked Phase III locking tuners and a PRS two-piece bridge complete a meticulously conceived McCarty 594 that balances singular Private Stock artistry with the versatility and familiar feel of a proven PRS design.

Spalted Maple and Mahogany Create a Singular Private Stock Canvas

The Private Stock PS10988 begins with an African mahogany body capped front and back in dramatically figured spalted maple, bringing extraordinary natural pattern and contrast to the familiar contours of the McCarty 594. The top and back cap are presented in a natural finish with Cherry Burst copper-foil accents, introducing flashes of metallic detail against the organic figuring of the wood. Natural reveal binding defines the body's edges without interrupting that visual character, while an Antique Natural toner complements the mahogany through the middle of the instrument. Beneath the elaborate Private Stock treatment, the mahogany body provides the warm, resonant foundation central to the McCarty design, giving the guitar a familiar musical core within an entirely individual visual presentation.

Pattern Vintage Mahogany Neck With an Exotic Kingwood Fingerboard

A mahogany neck carved to PRS's Pattern Vintage profile gives the Private Stock PS10988 the substantial, comfortably rounded feel at the heart of the McCarty 594 playing experience. Its 24.594" scale provides a slightly relaxed string response, while the 10" radius and 22 PRS Standard frets support smooth chord work, expressive bends and precise lead playing. A kingwood fingerboard gives this Private Stock build an exotic visual centerpiece, complemented by curly maple binding and a matching kingwood headstock veneer and truss rod cover. J Bird inlays feature filled maple centers with gold mother-of-pearl accents, joined by a J Eagle at the headstock for an intricate custom treatment that carries the build's natural and metallic aesthetic across the entire neck.

58/15 LT Pickups Balance Vintage Warmth With Exceptional Clarity

A pair of covered PRS 58/15 LT humbuckers gives the Private Stock McCarty 594 an open, expressive voice inspired by sought-after late-'50s pickup character. The Low Turn design balances humbucker warmth with focused mids, balanced treble and bass and exceptional note clarity, allowing chords to retain definition while lead lines remain detailed and dynamic. Independent Volume controls provide precise command over each pickup, while separate push/pull Tone controls expand the guitar beyond its core humbucker sounds with nuanced single-coil textures. A three-way toggle on the upper bout keeps pickup selection immediate, giving the Private Stock PS10988 a broad range of vintage-inspired voices beneath its highly individualized Private Stock presentation.

Smoked-Black Hardware Complements the Custom Private Stock Finish

Smoked-black hardware provides a dark counterpoint to the natural woods and copper-foil accents of the Private Stock PS10988, extending the build's carefully coordinated aesthetic through its functional appointments. A PRS two-piece bridge provides the solid, precisely adjustable foundation associated with the McCarty 594, while tweaked Phase III locking tuners pair open-back construction with matching metal buttons for smooth tuning adjustment and efficient string changes. Black pickup rings, lampshade knobs and toggle switch tip continue the understated hardware treatment, while a bone nut completes the string path. Even the included Private Stock case receives a distinctive specification, pairing a brown leather exterior with a burgundy interior for an appropriately refined finishing touch.

PRS Private Stock: One-Off Craftsmanship at the Highest Level

Established in 1996, the PRS Private Stock program gives the company's craftspeople the freedom to create extraordinary instruments beyond the boundaries of standard production. Each guitar is conceived with a one-off mentality, combining exceptional hand-selected woods, extensive customization and specialized finishing and inlay work while remaining a serious musical tool built around PRS playability, tone and performance. The PRS Private Stock McCarty 594 PS10988 embodies that philosophy through its dramatically figured spalted maple, exotic kingwood fingerboard, custom J Bird inlays and Cherry Burst copper-foil accents, all thoughtfully integrated into the proven McCarty 594 platform. Equal parts individual expression and meticulous guitar making, it demonstrates how Private Stock can transform a familiar PRS design into a singular instrument conceived to be played, appreciated and treasured for years to come.