The legendary collaboration between Carlos Santana and Paul Reed Smith has fundamentally influenced the evolution of PRS Guitars, creating instruments that bridge the gap between artisanal craftsmanship and modern innovation. This enduring partnership has produced numerous signature model variations over the years, each celebrating their shared commitment to musical excellence.
The Santana Retro serves as a tribute to those early "Pre-Factory" guitars that Paul Reed Smith handcrafted for Carlos during the early 1980s. This model reintroduces several distinctive design features from that era, including the deeper body carve, original-style heel construction, and the classic headstock shape with its original nut placement.
By combining historical authenticity with contemporary manufacturing precision, the Santana Retro represents a highly musical instrument that meets the exacting standards of its namesake artist. This guitar stands as testament to the enduring creative alliance that continues to shape PRS Guitars today.
- Mahogany back w/ Maple top & Violin top carve
- Mahogany One-Piece Santana Retro neck w/ 24.5" scale
- Rosewood fretboard w/ 10" radius & Birds inlays
- 24 frets
- 1 11/16" PRS nut
- PRS Phase III Locking tuning machines
- PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen III bridge
- Santana bass and treble pickups
- Volume and Tone controls, & 3-Way Toggle Pickup switch
- Hardshell Case



