[Dru Edwards]

Originally Posted by JeffreyAK

I recently went from 7.25" (for decades) to 9" on the new neck I put on my Strat, and I've found I actually like it better, other things being mostly equal (the neck is also slightly thicker, but fretboard width and string spacings are the same). It's subtle, but moving my fingers around is a bit more natural, and I get away with slightly lower action, and less bend from the truss rod, though I doubt that's noticeable by itself. I suspect the original choice of 7.25" radius was made without any idea of how people would be playing electric guitars in the future, and a bit larger radius works better for most people. Hence, I'm surprised this new PRS has a 7.25" radius.

I'm guessing that will be the biggest issue with some potential buyers but it is a signature model and what Mayer likes. I'm still surprised at the price point - good call by PRS.