PRS Guitars made several announcements today that touch nearly every segment of its product offering. Along with the DGT Semi-Hollow becoming a permanent part of the Core Series catalog, the S2 Series gets a dual-humbucker, tremolo version of its offset staple, the Vela. Additionally, the Archon Classic 50 amp (launched in April 2025) now comes in a convenient, combo format for 2026. Rounding out the launch, PRS has made specification updates in the SE Series designed to add even more PRS DNA to the line, and of course there are several color updates across the catalog as well.
NEW MODELS
DGT SEMI-HOLLOW
Born from more than 20 years of collaboration between PRS Guitars and David Grissom, the DGT (David Grissom Trem) Semi-Hollow is based on one of David Grissom’s personal Private Stock guitars. It carries all the core features of the PRS DGT, including the wood selection, 22 frets, 25” scale length, the signature DGT neck shape, and jumbo frets, while adding the unique resonance and dynamics of a semi-hollow body. Equipped with custom-voiced DGT pickups, dual volume controls, and push/pull tone control, this model delivers a vintage-inspired voice.
"For me, the DGT Semi-Hollow has been a super versatile companion to my solidbody DGTs. The semi-hollow design has a bit warmer top end, a little less bottom than the solid body, and I can get more controlled feedback. I’m glad it’s officially joining the PRS lineup after a couple successful limited runs,” said David Grissom.
S2 VELA HHT
The PRS S2 Vela HHT takes the beloved offset staple and gives it a more modern edge with dual humbucking pickups and a tremolo bridge. With a pair of DS-01 humbuckers, the Vela HHT brings a full range of tones from the Vela’s signature sparkling cleans to a slightly more powerful, beefy low end. The Vela HHT also delivers an overall sharper attack, thanks to the humbuckers' exposed pole pieces. This model comes equipped with a push/pull tone control, allowing players to tap the humbuckers for expanded tonal range.
NEW AMP: ARCHON CLASSIC 50 COMBO
The Archon Classic 50 Combo is a grab-and-go format, two-channel amp that retains the voice, reliability, and power of the Archon Classic 50 head. Outfitted with a 12″ Celestion V-Type speaker, the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo features an intuitive control layout with 3-band EQ, individual channel Volume and Master volume controls, Bright switch, and global Presence and Depth. For players looking to add a pedal board, this combo provides ample headroom and a built-in effects loop.
UPDATED SE APPOINTMENTS
For 2026, many PRS SE Series models will come standard with PRS’s proprietary Wing Buttons. This button design started all the way back in 1982 when Paul drew his first full guitar, and is meant to echo the 12th fret bird wingspan. While these new tuners are an aesthetic update, the primary reason for the change is tonal. Because these buttons are lighter in weight than their metal predecessors, they are subtracting less energy from the vibrating strings, thus helping the guitar ring longer and at a more musical note.
2026 also brings “sloped” pickup rings on all applicable SE Series guitars. These rings hug the pickups for a more polished look, elevating the aesthetic of the PRS SE Series once again.
NEW COLORS
The Silver Sky adds two new satin colors to its Maryland model: Black Plum and Mojave Brown. The SE Zach Myers is now offered in a second color: Elderberry Burst. The color palette across multiple series is now more expansive, with several options offered on a larger array of models. All model product pages are updated to show the full line of available colors.
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