PRS SE Custom 24-08 Quilted Cherry Burst

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The PRS SE Custom 24‑08 takes everything players love about the SE Custom 24, comfort, reliability, versatility and adds a switching system that massively expands its tonal range. The dual mini‑toggles unlock eight pickup combinations, giving you everything from thick humbucker punch to convincing single‑coil sparkle. Add the stunning Quilted Maple Cherry Burst finish, and you’ve got one of the most flexible and visually striking guitars in the SE lineup.

 What the Custom 24‑08 Is

A modern, versatile, premium‑feeling SE model featuring:

• Mahogany body with quilted maple veneer
• Maple top (bevelled)
• Wide Thin maple neck
• Rosewood fingerboard with bird inlays
• PRS 85/15 “S” pickups
• Two mini‑toggles for coil‑splitting each pickup
• 8 total pickup combinations
• PRS moulded tremolo
• PRS‑designed tuners
• Quilted Cherry Burst gloss finish

It’s designed as a do‑everything guitar for players who want maximum tonal flexibility without going into Core‑series pricing.

 Tone & Character

1. Humbucker Mode

The 85/15 “S” pickups are modern, articulate, and balanced:

• Neck humbucker – warm, smooth, slightly scooped; great for cleans and lead lines
• Bridge humbucker – tight, punchy, and focused; ideal for rock, fusion, and modern gain
• Both humbuckers – clear, open, and mix‑friendly

They’re not vintage‑voiced—they’re clean, bright, and designed for clarity.

2. Coil‑Split Mode

This is where the 24‑08 shines.

Each pickup has its own mini‑toggle, giving you:

• Neck single‑coil
• Bridge single‑coil
• Both single‑coils
• Hybrid modes (one humbucker + one single‑coil)

The single‑coil tones are surprisingly convincing:

• Snappy
• Clear
• Not overly thin
• Great for funk, indie, and clean rhythm

3. The 08 Switching Magic

The eight combinations give you tones that cover:

• Strat‑like chime
• Tele‑style bite
• PRS‑style humbucker clarity
• Thick, modern lead tones
• Glassy neck cleans
• Tight, articulate rhythm crunch

 Playability & Feel

Neck

The Wide Thin carve is fast and comfortable:

• Great for modern players
• Easy for lead work
• Smooth satin‑feel gloss
• Not too thin—still has substance

Body & Balance

The Custom 24 shape is ergonomic and lightweight:

• Excellent upper‑fret access
• Balanced on a strap
• Comfortable for long sessions

Tremolo

PRS’s moulded trem is one of the best non‑locking systems in this price range:

• Stable
• Smooth
• Musical
• Holds tuning well with proper setup

Aesthetics: Quilted Cherry Burst

This finish is a show‑stopper:

• Deep, three‑dimensional quilted maple veneer
• Rich Cherry Burst fade
• Cream binding effect from the maple top
• Gloss finish that looks premium under stage lights

It’s one of the most eye‑catching SE finishes PRS offers.

Build Quality

PRS SE guitars are known for consistency, and the 24‑08 continues that:

• Clean fretwork
• Solid hardware
• Smooth controls
• Excellent QC
• Stable tuning
• Good nut work

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 Real‑World Use 

Rock & Alternative

Bridge humbucker is tight and articulate—great for rhythm and lead.

Blues & Fusion

Neck humbucker is warm and expressive.

Indie & Funk

Coil‑split tones are bright, snappy, and mix‑friendly.

Worship & Ambient

Versatile switching + tremolo = huge clean textures.

Recording

The eight pickup combinations make it a studio Swiss‑army knife.

The PRS SE Custom 24‑08 in Quilted Cherry Burst is a stunning, versatile, and highly playable modern guitar that covers an enormous tonal range. The dual coil‑split switches make it far more flexible than the standard Custom 24, and the 85/15 “S” pickups deliver clarity and punch across all eight combinations. Add the gorgeous quilted finish, and you’ve got a guitar that looks as good as it sounds.