Brian Ewald sure did nail it, by bringing the spirit and essence of this beautiful guitar. One of the best demo videos done to bring out the character of a particular piece of art. Kudos!
I Just received mine from Sweetwater a few weeks back and it's everything I expected and then some. Mine weighs barely over 5lbs which is fantastic for someone with chronic back pain.
You might want to check out Gruv Gear's Duo Strap Neo (still in stock with some dealers) and its optional tension strap (still available) for a two-shoulder strap system, just bear in mind that you might need straplocks to use the tension strap (I use Dunlop Dual Design Straploks.). Also, the Hinomi H1 Pro ergonomic chair is EVERYTHING! Signed, someone who has spastic cerebral palsy and a deep passion for guitar.
Wow I have a black satin s2 Vela 2017 solid body and I love it. Those American pickups and electronics sound really good. This guy does the best demos.
it would be fantastic if PRS could make these awesome backing tracks available on their website for everyone to play over. just a thought. Fantastic guitar btw 👍🏼
Perhaps the most original design and best all-around lead tone in their line, the S2 Vela is simply one of the most underrated guitars that PRS, (or anyone), is building.
Any insight on why the aluminum bridge plate was changed to steel and a narrowfield added in the neck position? Both of these choices seem to seek to reduce the resonance and thick growl I love in my Vela's in favor of a more standard "Made in California" styled guitar.
The prs narrowfield sounds great and clean. Love it. Yet totally different than the “old” neck pickup. Less grit/girthy/vintagery/teley… if that make sends
I have gassed for this guitar for many years, and now that I almost have the money ready, I’m absolutely gutted to see that they removed the dynasonic and added the birds. This is not a Vela any more. 😢 The vela is gone. They should give this guitar a new name. Gutted. I’ll now have to go with plan b: a Reverend Double Agent.
Happy with dots rather than birds, still making my mind up on the neck pickup but the D type in my solid body Vela is great. Original spec Velas are still out there though!
Quality keeps going down in tjis company. This model sucked the first run.And that fugly telecaster rip off you did paul is just a joke.And people bought it.KNAGGS,HUBER,MANY MANY GREAT BUILDERS.PAUL HAS FALLEN INTO MEDIOCRITY. JESUS.
I love the official PRS videos because it's always an excuse to listen to Bryan jam. He is a special player!
Great upgrade on the electronics. I would have kept the dots because they suit this model but that's just me.
I own a 2017 S2 Vela because of a video like this. Bryan Ewald strikes again
Brian Ewald sure did nail it, by bringing the spirit and essence of this beautiful guitar. One of the best demo videos done to bring out the character of a particular piece of art. Kudos!
I Just received mine from Sweetwater a few weeks back and it's everything I expected and then some. Mine weighs barely over 5lbs which is fantastic for someone with chronic back pain.
You might want to check out Gruv Gear's Duo Strap Neo (still in stock with some dealers) and its optional tension strap (still available) for a two-shoulder strap system, just bear in mind that you might need straplocks to use the tension strap (I use Dunlop Dual Design Straploks.). Also, the Hinomi H1 Pro ergonomic chair is EVERYTHING! Signed, someone who has spastic cerebral palsy and a deep passion for guitar.
5 LB , Are u sure ?
Wow the vela has birds now? Kinda liked it with the dots.
Wow I have a black satin s2 Vela 2017 solid body and I love it. Those American pickups and electronics sound really good. This guy does the best demos.
Nice playing!
PRS should start turning the F holes on the semi hollows into the same bird on the 12th fret. Why put an F on a PRS? A bird hole!
it would be fantastic if PRS could make these awesome backing tracks available on their website for everyone to play over. just a thought. Fantastic guitar btw 👍🏼
Great upgrades! I love everything about this guitar.
this is one nice demo of a truly beautiful work of art; very compelling
He just makes want to grab my prs and play man. His playing is beautiful.
Great playing excellent tone very inspiring
i will buy this guitar and then be sad when I am not as good as Brian Ewald 🤣
Perhaps the most original design and best all-around lead tone in their line, the S2 Vela is simply one of the most underrated guitars that PRS, (or anyone), is building.
It's a nearly perfect guitar.
The charcoal version of this is the best looking guitar I’ve ever seen. I will have it one day…when I can afford it 😂
Such a cool guitar. The neck shape isn’t my thing, but it’s a great design
Any insight on why the aluminum bridge plate was changed to steel and a narrowfield added in the neck position? Both of these choices seem to seek to reduce the resonance and thick growl I love in my Vela's in favor of a more standard "Made in California" styled guitar.
3:25 = Jane’s Addiction “ocean size” 👍🏽 nice!
What a rich tone! The PRS with a pickguard is cool. I like Vela!
My Dreams...😍
The DS-01 pickup was always in this guitar, right? Not sure how big the improvement is for this guitar.
How come, Paul Reed Smith keeps getting the coil tap correctly yet Gibson can’t
The prs narrowfield sounds great and clean. Love it. Yet totally different than the “old” neck pickup. Less grit/girthy/vintagery/teley… if that make sends
Someone help!!! Is he just jamming or is he playing an actual song at 2:30 on the single on humbucker?
Would love an option of Tremolo, please!! Great demo and beautiful looking guitar.
Oh man I wish PRS had released the S2 standard or custom 22 satin in a Semi Hollow as well with the upgraded pickups this year.
That thing sounds and looks great! Love the dark board and guard combo and how that NF neck pickup almost disappears
If I had money I would ask Paul and co to make me the equivalent of a core Vela. One of one. 😊
This sounds incredible. I've had a Vela and it was great, but this new version seems better
Nice demo and guitar! Please tell me you'll have an option for the dot inlay?
I would love a 12-String version of this...
I have gassed for this guitar for many years, and now that I almost have the money ready, I’m absolutely gutted to see that they removed the dynasonic and added the birds. This is not a Vela any more. 😢 The vela is gone. They should give this guitar a new name. Gutted. I’ll now have to go with plan b: a Reverend Double Agent.
I agree. Not crazy about the birds.
Happy with dots rather than birds, still making my mind up on the neck pickup but the D type in my solid body Vela is great. Original spec Velas are still out there though!
Sounds great
core model wen?
Would hoon
Would really like a S2 with a floyd option!
Quality keeps going down in tjis company. This model sucked the first run.And that fugly telecaster rip off you did paul is just a joke.And people bought it.KNAGGS,HUBER,MANY MANY GREAT BUILDERS.PAUL HAS FALLEN INTO MEDIOCRITY. JESUS.
There’s that ray of sunshine