That Teal Is Real — And So Is the Tone
There's something genuinely cool about the early PRS SE Santana. The model that kicked off PRS's whole SE line — Carlos Santana's name attached, that unmistakable double-cutaway silhouette, and a translucent finish that actually lets the mahogany breathe through. This one's in Translucent Teal, which is not a color you see every day, and it makes this guitar stand out on the wall the moment you walk by.
The SE Santana was built around the same body shape as Carlos's American-made PRS models, scaled down in price but not in personality. A set mahogany neck, mahogany body, rosewood fretboard — it's a warm, resonant platform that rewards players who like a full, thick fundamental to their tone. If you've ever wondered why Santana's leads sound so smooth and sustained, the all-mahogany construction is a big part of the answer.
This is a solid used option for anyone who wants a well-spec'd signature guitar with an uncommon finish and some honest road miles on it.
This PRS SE Santana is in Very Good condition. The guitar is fully functional and will go through a full tech set up prior to shipping. It has normal play wear, comes with gig-bag. Please review the photos carefully for full condition.
Body and Construction
The SE Santana body follows the Santana body shape — a slightly asymmetrical double cutaway that gives you easy access up the neck while keeping a profile distinctly different from a Les Paul or a Strat. The body is all mahogany, a dense wood that soaks up low-end energy and gives it back as warmth and sustain rather than sharp attack. The Translucent Teal finish is semi-transparent, letting the wood grain show through under the color.
The neck is set — not bolted on — and made from mahogany as well. Set neck construction generally gives you a more seamless neck-to-body feel, especially in the upper register, and it contributes to the guitar's overall resonance. The Wide Fat neck profile is a chunky, comfortable carve that fills the hand well and suits players who like something to hold onto.
Fretboard and Playability
The rosewood fretboard sits on that mahogany neck with a 10" radius — fairly flat by vintage standards, which keeps bending comfortable without notes choking out. The fretboard features PRS's iconic bird inlays, which are functional as position markers and look unmistakably PRS.
The 24.5" scale length is a touch shorter than the standard 25" found on many electrics, which translates to slightly lower string tension and a feel that's a bit easier on the fretting hand, particularly for wide vibrato or big bends. Combined with the Wide Fat neck profile, it makes for a guitar that feels deliberate and chunky in a satisfying way.
Pickups and Electronics
This guitar carries the signature Santana "S" humbuckers in both the neck and bridge positions. These are covered humbuckers voiced specifically for this model — warm and smooth through the neck, with enough bite at the bridge to cut through a mix when you need it. The control layout is simple: one volume, one tone, and a 3-way toggle pickup switch. No coil splits, no push-pulls — just three focused pickup combinations.
The bridge on the early SE Santana is a PRS-designed tremolo, which allows for pitch variation while the PRS-designed tuners work to keep things in check. It's a straightforward setup that gets the job done for moderate tremolo use.
Product Features:
- Body: Mahogany solidbody, Santana double-cutaway shape, Translucent Teal finish
- Neck: Set mahogany neck, Wide Fat profile, 24.5" scale length
- Fretboard: Rosewood with 10" radius and PRS bird inlays
- Pickups: Santana "S" humbuckers (neck and bridge), HH configuration
- Controls: Volume, tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch
- Bridge: PRS-designed tremolo
- Tuners: PRS-designed tuners
- Handedness: Right-handed
- Condition: Used — Good condition with noted wear on pickup rings
Brand: PRS
Model: SE Santana
SKU: U-SANTANA-SE|C01478
Condition: Used
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