In a world brimming with noise and chaos, music often becomes a sanctuary, a way to connect with our deepest emotions. That is what happened for me when I unboxed a special guitar: the Paul Reed Smith (PRS) SE Hollow Body Standard Piezo in a stunning dog hair smoke burst finish.
Just as my Gibson Les Paul unboxing was special to me, so is this guitar’s unboxing. This guitar however has a much greater emotional significance to me. This is no ordinary guitar for me; it symbolizes love and remembrance for my mother, who was not only a fan of music but also a passionate nature lover and woodwork fan. Every note played on this guitar echoes the memories of her presence—her birdwatching adventures and her unwavering support for my musical journey.
The Heart of the Guitar: Tribute and Design
The PRS SE Hollow Body Standard Piezo is crafted with both style and functionality in mind. It features dual inputs and a unique battery compartment for piezo pickups, which allow for varied sound outputs. My decision to purchase this guitar stemmed from its aesthetic beauty and its promise of rich musicality, elements I believe my mother would have adored. As soon as I saw the glossy, wood grain surface, I recalled her love for anything crafted from wood—her passion will be forever embedded within every note I play on this guitar.
PRS guitars are renowned for their quality, and this fact played an important part in my decision to buy this guitar. Luckily, my experience aligns with the high quality reviews I read while researching this model of guitar. When you watch my unboxing video below, you’ll hopefully see my feelings of joy unfold as I unbox, view, play and review the entire experience.
Sound That Speaks
As the unboxing progresses, the excitement builds for the eventual sound test. The guitar promised to deliver a full-bodied tone with excellent resonance and sustain—an embodiment of the quality PRS is known for. It did not disappoint.
From clean to rock, the versatility of this instrument is a point of pride. I hopefully demonstrate how the PRS pickups sound distinct, as I attempt to blend different genres into what I like to call music—not everyone has agreed with me on that.
Memories Encased in Wood
The fretboard inlays serve as more than just decoration; they are a constant reminder of my Mum, who cherished all-things nature. I know that she would have loved this guitar. She was an avid bird watcher and the fretboard inlays would have appealed to her greatly.
I am also pleased to say that the guitar will hang proudly in the background of many future videos that I create for my YouTube channel. For me, guitars are not just about the music; in this instance it’s also about honoring a legacy, allowing her spirit to live on through every performance.
As you’ve hopefully worked out through this website’s title and the content within … I have a guitar fascination.
A New Beginning, A Lasting Connection
Enough words. I invite you to join me on this journey by watching the video below. Hopefully, you’ll see why this guitar means so much to me and why I never plan on willingly letting it go.
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