Paul Reed Smith S2 Vela HHT Dark Cherry Sunburst

The PRS S2 Vela HHT reimagines the beloved, vintage-inspired offset Vela, injecting it with a shot of modern attitude and expanded versatility. Swapping out the traditional pickguard-mounted pickups and hardtail bridge, the Vela HHT introduces dual humbuckers and the legendary PRS patented tremolo system. It is a stunning, punchy, and highly responsive workhorse guitar built for players who want to stand out both visually and sonically.

Step away from the ordinary with the PRS S2 Vela HHT. Combining an elegant, asymmetrical beveled mahogany body with a fast, comfortable 25” scale Pattern Regular neck, this guitar feels instantly familiar yet strikingly unique. It’s an offset design built with pure PRS DNA.

The "HHT" designation represents a major evolution for the Vela platform: Humbucker, Humbucker, and Tremolo. At its sonic core is a pair of powerful PRS DS-01 humbuckers. Engineered with exposed pole pieces, these pickups deliver a sharper, immediate attack and an incredible full-range tonal palette. You'll get everything from the Vela's signature sparkling, chimey cleans to a muscular, beefy low-end that handles overdrive and heavy riffs with ease.

Versatility is built right into the control layout. Equipped with a 3-way toggle switch and a master volume, the S2 Vela HHT also features a push/pull tone control. Pulling the knob up taps the humbuckers, leaning out the mid-range and giving you access to bright, single-coil-like textures that expand your tonal reach mid-song.

Adding to its dynamic expression, the inclusion of the PRS Patented Tremolo bridge invites everything from subtle, shimmering chord modulations to expressive, diving leads—all while maintaining the rock-solid tuning stability that PRS is world-renowned for. Combined with PRS Phase III Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons, you get premium modern locking security dressed in vintage elegance, promoting better tone transfer and maximum instrument resonance.

Handcrafted in PRS’s Maryland shop, the S2 Vela HHT is finished in a beautiful high-gloss or satin nitrocellulose finish, ensuring the mahogany body breathes and ages gracefully over time. Complete with classic PRS Bird inlays on a smooth rosewood fretboard, this guitar is a masterclass in modern craftsmanship.

Key Features

• Modern Offset Design: Asymmetrical beveled solid mahogany body yields great ergonomics and standout style.
• Dual DS-01 Humbuckers: Delivers an expansive frequency response with sharp attack, punchy low-end, and incredible clarity.
• Coil-Tapping Versatility: A push/pull tone control lets you instantly split the humbuckers for glassy, single-coil-style chime.
• PRS Patented Tremolo: Adds smooth pitch expression and dive-bomb capabilities without sacrificing intonation.
• Pro-Grade Hardware: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners offer supreme tuning stability and faster string changes.
• Premium Nitro Finish: Available in a diverse range of striking High-Gloss and Satin Nitro options.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Solid Mahogany
• Neck Wood: Mahogany (Set Neck, Scarfed construction)
• Neck Shape: Pattern Regular
• Scale Length: 25”
• Fretboard: Rosewood with Bird Inlays
• Number of Frets: 22
• Bridge: PRS Patented Tremolo
• Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
• Pickups: PRS DS-01 Humbuckers (Treble & Bass)
• Controls: Volume, Push/Pull Tone Control, 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch
• Included Accessories: Premium PRS Gig Bag