American-made PRS guitars are more expensive than many other brands because of several factors, including labor and materials cost, manufacturing method, and build quality. PRS also manufactures overseas-made models at lower price points to appeal to less-experienced or more cost-conscious players.

Is PRS worth the money?

As for the PRS, if you can comfortably afford it, and it is what you really want, then yes the price is worth it. They hold their value really well, especially the higher end ones with the select wood choices.

What is so special about PRS Guitars?

PRS makes fantastic instruments, but there are a few things that people not used to playing them might not like. It has a slightly shorter scale then Fender's and most strat-style guitars, but keeps the wide nut , thin neck, and flat fingerboard. This makes it seem like the string spacing is larger then normal.