One of the most wonderful guitars I own - 2017 reclaimed S2 Vela. Beautiful tones and the neck (pattern regular) is just spot on for me. Tempted to get another to take out as I am too chicken to gig my current one.
Vela is indeed a wonderful model. I have the Semihollow version and have used it on several recordings, especially when I need clear bright sound. Would be interesting to hear a sound comparison between the old and new pickups. And I love that the guitar is light as a feather. I play pretty much and stand up a lot.
I have a semi hollow also. Has to be the most comfortable electric I've ever played. Light and ergonomic, even first position barre chords are comfortable.
I own a Vela (VR) and love it. This new model with a Narrowfield in the neck sounds like a million bucks! One of the better sounding demos Brian has done in my opinion. The playing style and tone are stellar. Definitely need to check out the new model. The VR (Vernon Reid) is great but I wish I could ditch the Floyd and have some options other than 2 humbuckers. This thing sounds fantastic
What's the difference between this DS-01 and the previous model from 2023 and earlier? Or is the only pickup change the NF in the neck/bass position? I'm thinking about getting a previous gen one on a (hopefully!) steep discount as dealers clear them out.
Previously it was a Starla humbucker. There is a very good shootout video between the new and old models. Very similar sounds, new one is slightly brighter and a little clearer with gain.
Gutted and disappointed that they put a humbucker in the neck. As if PRS’s lineup was short on HH guitars. This was the one PRS that interested me, mainly due to the Pickup Configuration and the lack of birds. Now both those qualities are gone. I was saving up for this guitar, and now that money will go to Reverend and their wonderful Double Agent OG instead. It’s as close as you’ll get to the previous Vela.
I have an older one too. I'm gonna try to get a loaded pickguard off of one of these newer ones when I can. I like the dot inlays so I want to keep mine.
One of the most wonderful guitars I own - 2017 reclaimed S2 Vela. Beautiful tones and the neck (pattern regular) is just spot on for me. Tempted to get another to take out as I am too chicken to gig my current one.
Vela is indeed a wonderful model. I have the Semihollow version and have used it on several recordings, especially when I need clear bright sound. Would be interesting to hear a sound comparison between the old and new pickups. And I love that the guitar is light as a feather. I play pretty much and stand up a lot.
Same. I have the Vela Semi-hollow and it always sits in the track nicely.
I have a semi hollow also. Has to be the most comfortable electric I've ever played. Light and ergonomic, even first position barre chords are comfortable.
beautiful guitar, and really exceptional playing skills! thanks for sharing, might have to add of these to the ol' collection!
I own a Vela (VR) and love it. This new model with a Narrowfield in the neck sounds like a million bucks! One of the better sounding demos Brian has done in my opinion. The playing style and tone are stellar. Definitely need to check out the new model. The VR (Vernon Reid) is great but I wish I could ditch the Floyd and have some options other than 2 humbuckers. This thing sounds fantastic
Sounds amazing
what is that song you were playing in the beginning-- Just beautiful!!!
Ive never heard that guitar before its got a really good sound
Brand new PRS S2 lineup, meet the PRS S2 vela with PRS pick up, that sound is warm, clean, and powerful punching PRS pickup, wonderfuly guitar
Dang! I forgot that I had a coil tap! Neck pickup is nicer on this one.
It doesn’t. It has a coil split.
What's the difference between this DS-01 and the previous model from 2023 and earlier? Or is the only pickup change the NF in the neck/bass position? I'm thinking about getting a previous gen one on a (hopefully!) steep discount as dealers clear them out.
They changed both pickups.
Previously it was a Starla humbucker. There is a very good shootout video between the new and old models. Very similar sounds, new one is slightly brighter and a little clearer with gain.
This would seem to be an excellent platform for an electric 12-string. Love the sounds on this in all the positions.
when is the vela se coming?
Hi, Would really love to get my hands on the backtrack we can hear her, thank you!
Are these American made? I have a Korean made Holcomb SE and an American made Silver Sky. I love them both.
All of the S2 Series models are made in our Stevensville, MD (USA) factory.
@@prsguitars thank you!
Is this the same narrowfield from the core Studio?
Vela SE ?
Shame they changed the neck pickup. That was the selling point of it, for me. A truly excellent pickup.
Buy a used one
It was okay. My main issue with the original is that the pickups and electronics felt cheap and crapped out.
@@scottmoreau5630I agree about the electronics to an extent. I don’t agree at all about that neck pickup, I think it’s great
Sounds incredible though...
Couldn’t agree more. I was saving to buy this guitar. Now I will instead buy the Reverend Double Agent OG. Very disappointed.
An SE version with a trem, PLEASE
Gutted and disappointed that they put a humbucker in the neck. As if PRS’s lineup was short on HH guitars. This was the one PRS that interested me, mainly due to the Pickup Configuration and the lack of birds. Now both those qualities are gone. I was saving up for this guitar, and now that money will go to Reverend and their wonderful Double Agent OG instead. It’s as close as you’ll get to the previous Vela.
Get a used one.
Thank god! My Vela is a wonderful guitar except for the electronics. Just not quality. I do find the bridge/saddle rusts easily as well.
I have an older one too. I'm gonna try to get a loaded pickguard off of one of these newer ones when I can. I like the dot inlays so I want to keep mine.
Now PRS aren't for asian-hands anymore. The nut width that ain't playable enough.🎉
Way too bright and not a fan of the pickguard shape
Hey PRS - your boys playing is great, but his voice is too gravely…. Time to get someone else or teach him how to speak.
This is one of the dumbest comments ive ever seen on RUclips.. possibly on the internet.
Hey buddy. You're an asshole. Just thought you should know.
Brian is awesome and he does communicate well. I highly doubt anyone else would support this.
Lol Brian's voice is "edge of break up", and he is the man. Be mean somewhere else.
I’m battling GAS, don’t need another one. But… looking at the McCarty Core again. Love the neck.