PRS Johnny Hiland Signature | Violin Amber (Pre-Owned)

The Johnny Hiland Signature quietly flew under the radar during its short production run, but it's one of the most distinctive bolt on guitars PRS has ever built. Produced for just a few years, it wasn't simply a CE with a signature on the headstock. It received its own neck carve, custom voiced pickups, maple fretboard, unique inlays, and a feel that's unmistakably its own. If you've ever wished a CE had just a little more snap, a little more authority, and a little more personality, this is exactly where you end up.

Then there's the top. Finished in Violin Amber, the curly maple on this guitar is exceptional. Tight, consistent flame stretches from edge to edge, and the way the finish brings it to life gives the guitar a warmth that feels timeless.

Plugged in, the Johnny Hiland pickups deliver exactly what you'd expect from the man himself. The bridge is articulate, punchy, and full of twang when you ask for it, while the neck stays warm and expressive without ever becoming muddy. Combined with the 25 inch scale and bolt on maple neck, there's an immediacy to every note that makes this guitar feel incredibly alive. Whether you're playing country, blues, rock, or fusion, it responds with effortless clarity and a dynamic range.

Complete with its original case and case candy, it's a fantastic example of one of PRS's most overlooked signature models. With production lasting only a handful of years, these don't come up often, especially with a top this striking.

Serial: 8 CE33054
Weight: 8lbs 10oz
Year: 2008
Finish: Violin Amber
Top: Carved Figured Maple
Body: Mahogany
Neck: Bolt On Maple
Neck Shape: Johnny Hiland
Scale Length: 25"
Fingerboard: Maple
Frets: 22
Inlays: Johnny Hiland Dots with 513 Bird at the 12th Fret
Bridge: PRS Gen II Tremolo
Tuners: PRS Phase II Low Mass Locking
Pickups: PRS Johnny Hiland Treble & Bass Humbuckers
Controls: Volume, Tone, 3 Way Blade Switch
Case: Original PRS Hardshell Case
Notes: Excellent condition considering its age. Shows honest signs of player wear, including pickup tarnish, a small ding along the lower edge near the controls, and a some fine clear coat scratches on the back.