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    PRS SE Angelus A40: The Lush Life, Amplified

    If you think all acoustic guitars sound the same, the PRS SE Angelus A40 is here to politely disagree—and then blow your mind. While the rest of the world is arguing about rosewood versus mahogany, PRS quietly slipped in Ovangkol for the back and sides, paired it with a solid spruce top, and created a monster. This combination delivers a tone that is full, lush, and undeniably expensive-sounding. It has the deep, throaty lows of rosewood but with a midrange clarity that cuts through a mix like a diamond-tipped sawblade. It’s breathtaking volume meets delicate nuance, a guitar that can whisper a lullaby or scream a rock anthem without breaking a sweat.

    Curves That Invite You to Play

    Let’s be real: acoustic guitars can sometimes feel like wrestling a wooden box. The SE Angelus A40, however, features the Angelus Cutaway body shape, which is as ergonomic as it is elegant. It sits against your body comfortably, whether you're perched on a stool or standing center stage. The "Wide Fat" mahogany neck fills your hand with a substantial, confidence-inspiring grip that feels broken-in from the moment you pick it up. And thanks to that generous cutaway, your fingers can dance all the way up the ebony fretboard without hitting a roadblock. It’s designed for players who want to explore every inch of the instrument, not just the cowboy chords at the nut.

    An Engine Room That Purrs

    Beauty is skin deep, but tone is in the bones. The secret to the A40's massive voice is the PRS hybrid “X”/Classical bracing. Think of it as the suspension system for your sound; it locks down the back and sides for stability while allowing the top to vibrate freely, like a trampoline. This results in projection that defies physics. When it’s time to plug in, the PRS-Voiced Fishman Presys VT system is ready to go. With volume and tone controls stealthily tucked inside the soundhole, there are no ugly plastic "barn doors" cut into the side of the guitar to ruin the vibe. You get pure, organic, plugged-in tone that sounds like your guitar, only louder.

    Ready for the Road

    The PRS SE Angelus A40 isn't just a pretty face (though with those tiger acrylic accents and bird inlays, it’s definitely a looker). It’s a serious tool for the serious musician. From the bone nut and saddle that transfer every ounce of string energy to the body, to the rock-solid ebony bridge, every component is chosen for performance. It’s reliable, resonant, and ready to go wherever the music takes you. And because PRS knows you’ll want to protect this investment, it ships in a high-quality hardshell case, ensuring your tone travels in safety and style.

    PRS SE Angelus A40 Features:

    • Lush Tonewoods: Pairs a solid spruce top with ovangkol back and sides for a full, rich, and dynamic tone.
    • Structural Genius: PRS hybrid “X”/Classical bracing allows the top to vibrate freely for maximum volume and projection.
    • Stealthy Electronics: Equipped with a PRS-Voiced Fishman Presys VT pickup system with discreet soundhole-mounted controls.
    • Ergonomic Design: The Angelus Cutaway body shape offers comfort and easy access to upper frets for versatile playing.
    • Premium Appointments: Features an ebony fretboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, and tiger acrylic purfling.
    • Iconic Aesthetics: Adorned with classic PRS Bird inlays and cream binding for a sophisticated look.
    • Built to Last: Ships with a durable, high-quality hardshell case for ultimate protection.

    PRS SE Angeles A40 Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications

    PRS SE Angeles A40 Acoustic Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
    Product Specifications
    • Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce
    • Middle Wood: Ovangkol
    • Back Wood: Ovangkol
    • Body Shape: Angelus Cutaway
    • Body Depth at Neck Block: 3 19/32”
    • Body Depth at Tail Block: 4 3/8”
    • Bracing: PRS Hybrid “X”/Classical Bracing
    • Body Purfling: Tiger Acrylic
    • Body Binding: Cream
    • Rosette: Tiger Acrylic, Cream/Black
    • Number of Frets: 20
    • Scale Length: 25.3”
    • Neck Wood: Mahogany
    • Neck Shape: Wide Fat
    • String Spacing: 2 7/32”
    • Fretboard Wood: Ebony
    • Fretboard Inlay: Birds Fretboard
    • Radius: 11.81"
    • Strength/Truss Rod: Adjustable
    • Neck Depth At The Nut: 7/8”
    • Width of Fretboard at the Body: 2 1/4"
    • Width of Fretboard at the Nut: 1 11/16"
    • Nut: Bone
    • Bridge Wood: Ebony
    • Tuners: PRS-Designed Acoustic
    • Saddle: Bone
    • Acoustic Strings: .012-.053
    • Included Accessories: Hardshell case
    • Pickup: PRS-Voiced Fishman Presys VT with Soundhole-Mounted Volume and Tone Controls
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