Suhr Modern Custom | Prism
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The Suhr Modern Custom is built for players who need effortless speed, surgical precision, and a tone that holds up under real-world stage and studio pressure. With stainless steel frets, a fast roasted maple neck, and Suhr’s boutique-level build quality, this Modern feels dialed-in the second it hits your hands — no fighting, no fuss, just pure performance.
But what truly sets this one apart is the finish.
This isn’t just a color; it’s a visual experience. Prism is Suhr’s wildest chroma-shift option — changing from green to blue, then purple to pink depending on angle and light. Under stage lights it comes alive, almost like it’s moving with you. Every contour reflects something new, making it one of the most striking Modern builds you’ll ever see.
Under the hood, a pair of Aldrich humbuckers deliver tight lows, articulate mids, and the kind of aggressive punch that makes lead lines feel huge. A push-push coil split unlocks authentic single-coil clarity, and the recessed 2-post tremkeeps things stable even when you lean into it. Load up gain for modern rock/metal, roll it back for fusion or cleans — it handles all of it without breaking a sweat.
Spec highlights include the roasted maple Modern Elliptical neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard, 24 stainless jumbo frets, and rear-routed alder body, giving the guitar a sleek, uncluttered look and exceptional upper-fret access.
If you’re looking for a top-tier boutique super-S with a finish that turns heads and a voice that can cover anything from studio session work to modern rock, this Prism Modern delivers in every way.
| Serial Number | 90452 |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Alder, 2-Piece |
| Body Contours | Arm, Hand, & Tummy |
| Body Color | Prism |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Bridge | Suhr 2-Post, Solid Saddles, Steel Block, Chrome, Recessed |
| Bridge Recess | Recessed |
| Input Jack | Side Jack, Chrome |
| Electronics Mount | Rear Route |
| Tremolo Cavity Cover | Standard, Black Satin |
| Control Cavity Cover | Black Satin |
| Strap Button / Screw Color | Chrome |
| Neck Wood | Roasted Maple |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Neck Back Shape | Modern Elliptical .800 – .850 |
| Fingerboard Wood | Indian Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 14", Standard Roll |
| Frets | 24, Stainless Steel, Jumbo |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Face Dots, Clay |
|---|---|
| Side Dots | Clay |
| Headstock | Original |
| Headstock Color | Prism |
| Headstock Finish | Gloss |
| Nut | 1.650", Tusq, White |
| Logo | Decal, Black Fill Silver Outline |
| Tuning Gears | Suhr Locking, Chrome |
| Neck Pickup | Aldrich, Neck, Black |
| Middle Pickup | None |
| Bridge Pickup | Aldrich, Bridge, Black |
| Pickup Selector | 5-Way Blade, Black |
| Controls | Volume, Tone |
| Knobs | Black Speed |
| Control Option | Push-Push (Split Both Humbuckers) |
| Case | Suhr Travel Pro – Premium Softshell Case |
| String Gauge | .010 – .046 |
| Tuning | Standard (E, A, D, G, B, E) |
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