PRS Hollowbody Guitars
Welcome to Music Street, your premier authorized dealer for PRS Hollowbody Piezo guitars in the UK. Combining a fully hollow acoustic body construction with dual magnetic humbuckers and a custom-designed LR Baggs piezo pickup system, these instruments offer an unparalleled blend of organic acoustic warmth and high-output electric power. Every PRS Hollowbody Piezo we sell undergoes a rigorous, multi-point inspection and a custom, professional setup by our in-house luthiers in our Huntingdon workshop before shipping. Browse our curated selection below, or scroll down to read our expert Hollowbody Spotlight.
Explore PRS Hollowbody Guitars at MusicStreet
PRS Wood Special Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar (#0379114), Yellow Tiger – Quilt Maple Top, 58/15 LT Pickups
The MusicStreet Setup Advantage: Why Your PRS Hollowbody Piezo Deserves It
The PRS Hollowbody Piezo is a marvel of modern guitar design, but its dual-voice architecture makes it one of the most setup-sensitive instruments on the market. Because these guitars feature a fully hollow body with a thin maple top and back supported only by a small mahogany block under the bridge, they are highly responsive to environmental changes. Furthermore, balancing the output of the magnetic humbuckers with the individual piezo saddles requires expert calibration of string heights, neck relief, and pickup heights.
At MusicStreet, we ensure your hybrid offset plays flawlessly from the moment you open the case. We perform a **complimentary £75 professional workshop setup** on every single PRS Hollowbody Piezo we sell. Our expert luthiers adjust the truss rod, file the nut slots to prevent string binding, set the bridge height and saddle radius for a comfortable low action, set the intonation, and balance the electronics to ensure perfect transition between acoustic and electric voices.
🔧 Free £75 Professional Setup
Every Hollowbody Piezo is individually set up in our in-house workshop. We adjust the action, intonation, neck relief, and piezo balance to match your playing style, ensuring it plays perfectly straight out of the box.
🛡️ 12-Month Warranty
We stand behind every instrument we sell. All of our PRS Hollowbody guitars come with a full 12-month warranty, giving you complete peace of mind with your purchase.
🚚 Free UK Delivery & 7-Day Returns
Get free, fully insured UK shipping on all orders over £99. If the guitar isn't the perfect fit for your hands, return it to us within 7 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.
Explore the PRS Hollowbody Piezo Lineup
Paul Reed Smith's hollowbody hybrid lineup features a diverse range of models designed to meet the needs of modern technical players, vintage purists, and stage performers. Explore our core offerings:
PRS SE Hollowbody II Piezo
Unbelievable hybrid value. The **PRS SE Hollowbody II Piezo** features a 5-ply maple top and back with mahogany sides, a comfortable wide-fat mahogany neck, and 58/15 "S" humbuckers. Equipped with a custom-designed LR Baggs/PRS Piezo system, it delivers lush, authentic acoustic tones alongside classic humbucking bite at a highly accessible price point.
PRS Core Hollowbody II Piezo
The pinnacle of US craftsmanship. Handcrafted in Maryland, USA, the **Core Hollowbody II Piezo** features a carved figured maple top and back with solid mahogany sides. Equipped with premium 58/15 LT pickups and a highly sensitive, custom-designed piezo system, it offers professional touring musicians and collectors the absolute ultimate in hybrid tone, feel, and aesthetic luxury.
Dual Output Versatility
Uncompromised routing options. Both Core and SE models feature dual output jacks, allowing you to route the magnetic humbuckers to an electric guitar amplifier and the piezo acoustic signal directly to an acoustic amp or PA system simultaneously. We also stock a constantly rotating selection of certified pre-owned PRS guitars. Explore our used range in our Pre-Owned Collection or view the parent PRS Guitars UK collection.
Guitar Trade-In & Part-Exchange Program
Ready to upgrade your current electric guitar? We make it incredibly easy to trade in your pre-owned gear. Through our straightforward guitar part-exchange program, you can bring your old guitar, amplifier, or effects pedals into our showroom (or send us details online) and put its value directly toward any new or used PRS Hollowbody Piezo in our store.
Visit Our Huntingdon Guitar Showroom
If you are searching for premium guitar shops in Cambridgeshire, come visit our showroom in Huntingdon. Located at 10 Chequers Court, our showroom features a dedicated electric guitar room where you can sit back, play, and compare different neck profiles, fret sizes, and pickup configurations side-by-side. We are easily accessible from Cambridge, Peterborough, and Bedford, with convenient parking nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions About PRS Hollowbody Piezo Guitars
What is a piezo pickup and how does it work on a PRS Hollowbody? +
Unlike traditional magnetic pickups that capture string vibrations through a magnetic field, a piezo pickup uses pressure-sensitive crystals located inside the bridge saddles. These crystals capture the physical vibrations of the strings and the resonance of the wood directly, translating them into a highly realistic, organic acoustic guitar tone.
How do the dual output jacks work on a PRS Hollowbody Piezo? +
PRS Hollowbody Piezo models feature two output jacks: "Mix/Mag" and "Piezo". If you plug a single cable into the "Mix/Mag" jack, you can use the guitar's blend control to mix the magnetic humbuckers and piezo acoustic signals together through a single amplifier. If you plug cables into both jacks simultaneously, the guitar automatically splits the signals, routing the magnetic humbuckers to your electric guitar amp and the piezo signal directly to an acoustic amp or PA system for pristine acoustic tones.
What is the difference between the Core and SE Hollowbody II Piezo? +
The **Core Hollowbody II Piezo** is handcrafted in Maryland, USA, featuring solid carved figured maple for the top and back, solid mahogany sides, a bone nut, premium US-made hardware, and custom-wound US pickups. The **SE Hollowbody II Piezo** is manufactured in high-quality partner facilities in Asia, featuring 5-ply laminated maple top and back construction, import-grade hardware, and custom-voiced "S" pickups, offering legendary hybrid performance at a highly accessible price point.
Can I trade in my old gear toward a purchase? +
Absolutely. We offer a highly competitive part-exchange program. You can bring your gear directly to our Huntingdon showroom for an on-the-spot valuation, or contact us online with photos and details to receive a preliminary trade-in estimate.
PRS Hollowbody Piezo: The Ultimate Hybrid Instrument
For players who require ultimate tonal flexibility on stage or in the studio, the PRS Hollowbody Piezo represents the absolute pinnacle of hybrid guitar design. Unlike semi-hollow guitars that utilize a solid wood center block, the Hollowbody Piezo features a fully hollow body construction with only a small block anchoring the bridge. This allows the instrument to resonate with the open, airy warmth of a traditional acoustic guitar, while remaining incredibly feedback-resistant and comfortable to play.
Whether you are looking to buy a PRS Hollowbody Piezo online or testing one in our showroom, these instruments deliver an extraordinary palette of acoustic and electric voices.
The Power of the Piezo: Acoustic & Electric Blending
The heart of this instrument's versatility lies in its sophisticated electronics and pickup configuration:
- Dual Magnetic Humbuckers: Equipped with custom-voiced PRS humbuckers (such as the 58/15 LT "S" on SE models or 58/15 LT on Core models), delivering the warm, creamy mid-range and singing sustain of a premium solid-body electric.
- The LR Baggs Piezo System: A custom-designed piezo pickup embedded directly into the bridge saddles. This system captures the physical vibration of the strings and body resonance, delivering a sparkling, highly realistic acoustic guitar tone.
- Dual Output Jacks & Blending: The guitar features separate outputs for the magnetic and piezo pickups, alongside a dedicated blend knob. This allows you to run your electric tone to a guitar amplifier and your acoustic tone directly to a PA system or acoustic amp simultaneously, or blend them together through a single cable.
Finding Your Perfect Model: Core vs. SE Series
Our collection features Hollowbody Piezo models tailored to different budgets and performance requirements:
- The PRS SE Hollowbody II Piezo: An absolute game-changer for value. Featuring a maple top and back with mahogany sides, a mahogany neck with a comfortable Wide Fat profile, and the LR Baggs/PRS piezo system, it delivers professional-grade hybrid performance at an accessible price point.
- The PRS Core Hollowbody II Piezo: The absolute pinnacle of craftsmanship. Handcrafted in Maryland, USA, featuring a carved figured maple top and back, solid mahogany sides, a mahogany neck, and a premium nitrocellulose finish, offering unmatched resonance, depth, and visual beauty.
Why Buy Your PRS Hollowbody Piezo from Music Street?
A highly sophisticated hybrid instrument requires an incredibly precise setup to play its best. Because these guitars feature delicate hollow chambers, dual pickup systems, and precise bridge saddle alignments, expert care is vital.
At Music Street, our in-house luthiers inspect and set up every PRS Hollowbody Piezo before it leaves our Huntingdon workshop. We adjust the truss rod, set the bridge saddle height, check the nut slots, test both pickup outputs, and fine-tune the intonation. This complimentary service ensures your new hybrid guitar plays flawlessly straight out of the box.
