Description

Few figures in the history of the electric guitar have left as profound a mark as Paul Reed Smith. An artist, innovator, and relentless seeker of tone perfection, Paul has built a legacy not just of extraordinary instruments, but of elevating the very standards by which modern guitars are judged. His passion for blending masterful craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology has forever changed the landscape of the guitar world — and nowhere is that vision more fully realized than in the Paul Reed Smith Modern Eagle V.

This Modern Eagle V, finished in the striking Cobalt Smokeburst, represents the pinnacle of PRS design and performance. Built as a solidbody instrument with a stunning Ten Top Flame Maple Select carved in PRS’s iconic Violin Top style, this guitar immediately commands attention. The warm, resonant Mahogany back provides a rich tonal foundation, while the 25” scale length ensures effortless playability and dynamic response.

Crafted from a single piece of Mahogany, the Pattern neck profile offers comfort and familiarity, paired with a silky Rosewood fretboard adorned with PRS’s signature Bird Inlays. With precise neck dimensions and a 10” fretboard radius, every detail is shaped for superior feel and fluid playability. The set-neck construction further enhances sustain and resonance, making every note bloom with character.

Tonally, the Modern Eagle V is nothing short of a revelation. Equipped with PRS’s highly refined TCI pickups in the treble and bass positions, along with a dedicated MEV middle pickup, this guitar delivers extraordinary clarity, warmth, and versatility. The electronics are a work of art — with a 5-way blade switch, push/pull tone controls, and two mini-toggles for coil splitting, offering a staggering range of tones from vintage sparkle to muscular humbucking power. No matter the genre or setting, the Modern Eagle V adapts seamlessly, delivering inspiring tones at every turn.

Anchored by PRS’s Gen III Patented Tremolo and Phase III Locking Tuners, this guitar stays perfectly in tune while offering smooth, expressive vibrato. The hybrid hardware complements the Cobalt Smokeburst finish with understated elegance, while the PRS signature inlaid on the headstock serves as a final stamp of artistry and excellence.

Weighing in at 8 lbs 3 oz and housed in a PRS Hardshell Case, this Modern Eagle V is not merely a guitar — it is a statement piece. It represents Paul Reed Smith’s lifelong dedication to the craft, his pursuit of innovation, and his unwavering commitment to building instruments that inspire players to reach new heights.

Other features include:

Body Construction Solidbody
Top Wood Ten Top Flame Maple Select
Back Wood Mahogany
Top Carve Violin
Number of Frets 22
Scale Length 25"
Neck Wood Mahogany
Neck Construction One-Piece
Truss Rod PRS Double-Acting
Neck Shape Pattern
Neck Depth At The Nut 7/8"
Width Of Fretboard At The Nut 1 11/16"
Width Of Fretboard At The Body 2 1/4"
Fretboard Wood Rosewood
Fretboard Radius 10"
Fretboard Inlay Birds
Headstock Logo Signature, Inlaid
Neck/Body Assembly Type Set
Bridge PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen III
Tuners PRS Phase III Locking
Hardware Type Hybrid
Nut PRS
Truss Rod Cover "Modern Eagle V"
Treble Pickup TCI
Middle Pickup MEV
Bass Pickup TCI
Controls Volume and Push/Pull Tone Controls with 5-Way Blade Pickup Switch and Two Mini-Toggle Coil Split Switches
Strings PRS Signature 10-46
Tuning Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Case Hardshell Case
8 lbs 3 oz