When John said « I love surf colors, sonic blue » I felt my credit card shaking.

The middle pickup is so magical!!! Like acoustic guitar!!

Wow!! That was highest quality of 1/2 hour! Thanks John & Paul... you guys are so awesome!! Make it better day!!

It'll be a shame if we never get another Trio record. John is a gem.

“The middle pickup sounds like nothing more than a guitar” such a great way of putting that

John Mayer is not a myth. He’s just a dude who knows what he likes. That’s what I love about him!

“Don’t say Strat...don’t say Strat”

"most people think of midrange as HONNN and right midrange is AAAAAAAHHHH" first time someone put in word exactly what i have in mind as my tone seeking goal thank you Paul!!! (I am a all pickup guy hehe)

johns hair is a work of art

“I’m not happy unless I’m sick to my stomach” Now that’s the good stuff....

John Mayer is totally that guy that you ask’ yes’ or ‘no’ and he gives you a ‘just a second’ look before giving you the in depth origins of where ‘yes’ and ‘no’ started from before finally circling back and answering ‘ maybe’. And I mean that in the best possible way! The guys a total trip!

I'm convinced John Mayer has genius level intellect, by seeing where his mind goes, how he can see the big picture of things and draw parallels from other worlds into the guitar world. Everything is connected in one way or another and John is able to see that and very clearly present it in context. Love that.

I could listen to them talk all day

I literally don't understand anything they said other than the word "guitar,' and I watched the entire thing. Really cool.

I called the Gilmour rig. John asked. I paused the video and said "Gilmour, Com Numb" and then PRS said it back to me. That was some magic right there.

Paul giving the Sound dude clout is the ULTIMATE respect. I love a killer sound guy. Much respect.

I am surprised about John’s admission that his voice, knowledge and skills are limited in a way to certain music. That’s humble. I also like that he wanted to push and step out of it. I liked him more in this conversation than in any other before.

John is one of the most creative and intelligent people on the planet, certainly in the music world and the man is a gifted musician. His guitar playing is on another level that few reach. He is my favorite artist, songwriter, and guitar player at this point. He is right where he needs to be working with Paul to create things that are magical. This was a great discussion. Take John up on his offer and call him again and again and again.....

Paul treats his people with dignity and respect, and they would walk through fire for him. Would you want anyone else to make your guitars?

The middle pickup is Eric Clapton.

John hit on something SO important here. So many people on Instagram and KZfaq today are trying to copy his sound and technique down to a very literal level... I used to be this way a few years ago when I was obsessed with his music, but I eventually realized that I would never find "MY sound" or "MY identity" if I only tried to copy him. It's totally okay to draw inspiration from your heroes, borrow licks or ideas... BUT don't try to literally be them and mirror their style. I've noticed that there are far too many players now where I can close my eyes and listen to them and say, "yup that's 100% a Mayer thing." And I think some of these cats are trying to take that too far to where you scroll on insta and over half sound like a Mayer or SRV imitation. Really interesting that John said that. I think it's important to eventually strive to find your own sound. Great video Paul and crew! Hoping to be able to afford my own 594 very soon haha! Cheers!

Two men who are very successful and this video shows you why. Passion and commitment. Truly inspirational. Thank Paul and John.

Thanks guys! Just one complaint: Why isn’t this longer? 😬

I've seen John Mayer twice - he is a killer player, as well as being a very authentic artist. Killer guitar player, great music. Thanks for posting this!

I love Paul and John's working relationship and friendship. You can tell they both admire each other greatly and enjoy working with each other.

Props to both of you guys. These sessions are so awesome and really informative. I hope that they continue beyond the pandemic.

It's so fun to see John geeking out and talk about guitars. This would be so much fun in person. PRS let's get some guitar clinics like you do with Mark Holcomb!

Finally! We've all been waiting for this one! Thanks Paul!

Love this content, it’s so cool to listen to these two who have such a sophisticated passion for each of their craft! I could listen for days

I love these chats Paul and Company. John being an artist is one of the greatest collabs of all time.

The quality of this talk was astounding. How much Paul and John love music is so inspiring. Two master craftsmen talking passionately and insightfully bout their work. Beautiful.

Best PRS interview of the series! Really interesting conversation and questions. Excellent.

Part of the magic of the SRV tone was in the processing done in the studio. I know the engineer (Richard Mullens) and he told me what he used. One of the fairly unknown pieces of studio gear was a UREI 535 graphic EQ set to completely flat. I believe it was loaded with TLO-74 op amps which had a certain vibe to them. I remember him telling me about that in the 80's when they were working on the record here in Austin. He said just running the signal through the units did 'something' to the tone that improved it. It believe they were using a Ramsa WR-8816 Mixing Console which had unique sounding Mic Pre's. Eric Johnson had a RAMSA console just to use the mic pres. Richard worked on Eric's records also... Food for thought.

This was a better conversation than I was expecting. While I was expecting nothing but mutual admiration, and there was some of that, I got a lot of insight into the attitudes of both men about their craft and the relationship they have to it. Great stuff here. I think I'll watch it again.

I'm glad that this connection between Paul and John exists. It's heartwarming to watch, or even just being conscious of it's existence

Omg John Mayer. What a throw back. Love you both. John wow! He’s so awesome, great interview ❤️

I love how much these two genuinely fan boy over each other and care about how the other person views them.

Love you, guys. So much joy to watch you!

Thank you both for the Silver Sky. Something very special!

After seeing this video, I understand the Silver Sky guitar. Paul, thank you, for this series of videos on these musicians, that I admire and appreciate.

John Mayer is a fantastic musician. Best live performance I've ever seen.

Another beautiful brilliant John Mayer interview. I could watch and listen to him interview forever. So much insight into this master, class and all. I love it. I love him

That intro/outro lick is one of the tastiest things ever.... GREAT interview by the way!

Exrtemely inspirational! Thank you BOTH!

These two have different ideas that come together as they communicate. Wow, no wonder they have made a great songwriters guitar. Go go. Love the insight. Thank you.

Great, great conversation here. So many interesting ideas and nuances... Hope you guys do this again. Cheers to you both and enjoy the holidays.

That sure was a pleasure. Both guys obviously have a tremendous amount of respect for each other. As a Deadhead, I was a little leary about Mayer, but he won me over. Lockn 2018 with Branford was the perfect setting with an amazing performance.

Just wonderful. Just the inspiration I needed. Thanks, guys.

Been waiting so long for this, amazing ,loved it.

We all were “looking for you Mayer” easily my favorite musician...Your Work is amazing, but... the Dead and Company live jams are something that I still listen to and play along with daily...🙏. ‘I get to fly in these air currents that were created “. Yeah he does...big time💥🔥

this interview is incredible...yet too could have been longer... then again, greatness is always short...true that

Loved this interview!! I love playing my Special Semi Hollow Custom 22. My version of the Super Eagle!

What an interesting and insightful conversation with John and Paul😀😀 thank you.. and the middle pickup is my favorite as well…..

What a great video! Kept me company on my way to work. I knew a lot of us were going to walk away with a bunch of gems that would help our guitar playing and approach.

I have to say, I have huge respect for John and Paul, both, for that attitude of going further. Not just letting mediocre "be enough". That is the perspective of a true artist. I love hearing both of you talking and sharing. It's so refreshing to hear, in this world of disposable, throwaway culture.

I don’t play guitar, but love all kinds of music. I found the site by falling down the proverbial rabbit hole. As soon as I heard Paul‘s voice I was transported back to my life in Maryland. Can’t deny your heritage, hun.

Love my Silver Sky..... thanks to both of you for the obvious passion that went into its creation.....

Fascinating stuff, man you guys need to do this for everyone regularly.

Love All John Mayer interviews!

This was great, one of my favorite interview type videos PRS has put out.

This is what we’ve all been waiting for

Damn, John is extremely articulate, talented, smart and handsome. Thanks for posting this.

I figured out what I love about the PRS vibe and attitude. I work in IT take incredible pride in what I do and while there are lots of IT people out there the pride in what they do isn’t there. The more I hear Paul and all these artists talk the pride and perfectionism is there from SE to Private Stock... Do it right or don’t do it at all!!! Thank You!!!

Two super special perfectionist, interesting guys, what an absolute pleasure to listen to. Thank you.

You boys did great! Honesty and integrity not only in voice, but in song!

Best one of these yet ! Thanks guys .

how great, both great people, passion, but informal and chilled, and super interesting, thank you!!

I could watch hours of this conversation. Thank you!!

John Mayer to Paul Reid Smith "plugging the nagging void of something not being right". Epic, sums up them both. This was a great discussion, thanks for sharing it.

This was a great, nerdy and philosophical conversation, thank you!

John said it right on...it takes "thought to create" which may take time. When it comes from the heart its perfect with no repercussions. Thanks John and Paul for sharing your call. As a Mechanical Engineer I had to create many things every day. After learning the entire fret board on a learner guitar as a teenager I cut the top part of my right finger off in a Jointer which prevented me from doing proper finger picking. Now at 72-years old, maybe some day I can afford a beautiful creation and enjoy the sound of the PRS guitar?

I really enjoyed the one on one session. Paul, continue making awesome guitars, and John, you keep on making awesome music.

Have the Onyx Black SS, my first guitar ever, and bought as I approach retirement. Never really even had heard of PRS or Mayer before deciding I need a hobby other than work. This past year it has been fun learning to move my fingers on it.. so happy to have seen this video. Fun stuff!

Every time I see a talk with Paul Reed Smith, I enjoy. He might sometimes be very strict with his opinions, but that's the beauty, there's some personality there. And like here, it's not malevolent, it's just caring about those things. Good guitars and things. Finally there's a channel that's focused on him talking, I appreciate it a lot that PRS channel started doing these, especially around the holiday season this year!

I got a lot of goosebumps watching this

I just happened to look up PRS Mayer and this is here. Brand new. And John hasn’t spoke in months.

Just ordered the maple neck Silver Sky in moc sand and I’m so excited for it to come in!!

My Lady made me aware recently that I am a huge Guitar Nerd..Of course NO Man wants to view themselves that way but after how much I loved listening to this I know now she is absolutely right! Best 30 Minutes On KZfaq! Thanks Paul!

This needs to be a weekly thing

The Grateful Dead's music is like the Great American songbook, open for infinite interpretation. Keep soaring in that air space John!

I'm still thanking John and Paul for coming up with the Silver Sky which will one day find its way into my hands. Great chat guys 👍🏻

Thank you. Just. From my soul. Thank you.

Finally! Been waiting for this and it didn’t disappoint. Thank you 🙏🏼

I can’t wait to get my new prs this Wednesday! I CAN’T WAIT!

Love it! Tnx for sharing!

I can listen to this all day.

"I wanted the toaster to work...". Wow, that hurt. I wish every company would care about that too.

John is such a great speaker, it ends up , paul answering most of the time... which is awesome.... PRS is super informative...... thanks for a great interview..... great questions JM

2 awesome dudes! John's music is legendary! I love his love for the music! Paul is the guy that "fixed" the guitar, I bought a custom 24, and sold all my other guitars, could not play anything but the PRS LOL, I previously could not for the life of me see the attraction of a PRS guitar, THEN I played one! OH My! just recently added a Silver sky, Love it! To describe what a PRS is, when you play, the guitar becomes completely invisible, only the sound is there, you get to make what you hear in your mind, like a never ending stream, the sound just flows out of you into the air. Nothing is fighting you, no bad frets, not strange feelings, no sour pickups. In fact, Playing a PRS is like owning a fine crafted something you never knew you wanted. Thank you Paul for gifting me the excellence. Thank you John for the music and the Silver Sky. It is a "fixed" strat, also invisible, and when you land and walk away, you see this really cool instrument that you can't wait to launch again. Truly marvelous. I only wish I could have seen my face when the light came on! LOL

Paul, you have great taste - you answered the same way I did - when John asked the question, the IMMEDIATE answer in my head was - two rigs, Hendrix and Gilmour. My jaw dropped and I laughed out loud when you gave your answer. 🤘

Great conversation. I will love to hear more between you guys ideas and concepts.

Thank you both for a great ending to one hell of a strange year gonna go play some on my semi hollow

so far most fun out of all the interviews on this channel

Thanks for sharing this. Great conversation!

What a great conversation.

This is why I like Paul: he wanted to play the Comfortably Numb rig. Same here! That's one of the tones I will chase forever.

Wish this was an hour longer. Lots of great Information. Some telling moments.

I only tried a PRS once. This makes me want to try one again. Paul Reed Smith started the company close to where I live. My friend Ronnie told me about the beginnings of PRS etc. Hearing John and Paul talk about these guitars is very inspiring.

The color on my PRS SE Standard 24 Tobacco Sunburst is absolutely perfect. I absolutely love it.

Two people who are not appreciated enough. One for his design and engineering genius and the other for his instrumental and songwriting genius.