PRS Guitars SE Chleo Herman Li Signature Electric Guitar - Mantis Burst

PRS Guitars SE Chleo Herman Li Signature Electric Guitar - Mantis Burst

Chleo Limited Edition

Unleash the Dragon
“With the PRS Chleo, I wanted to create a guitar that combined effortless playability, precision craftsmanship, and a versatile tonal range. It brings together modern innovation with timeless style, giving players the freedom to explore both classic sounds and new creative possibilities. The Chleo isn’t just a signature model — it’s a guitar built to inspire.”
– Herman Li, DragonForce

Herman Li is an award-winning guitarist, songwriter, producer, and content creator, best known for his work as one of the lead guitar players in the power metal band DragonForce. As a guitar player who is as dedicated to understanding his instrument as he is to continually refining his craft as a player, Li was a formidable partner in designing his signature PRS. The initial result of this collaboration is the PRS Chleo Limited Edition, named by Li after his children. Only 200 of this instrument will be made in 2025.

At first glance, the Chleo is a seemingly dramatic departure from classic PRS design, but its craftsmanship and quality are wholly PRS. Featuring PRS’s tried-and-true combination of a mahogany back and figured maple top with a maple neck, the Chleo’s body shape and neck have been specially engineered for this model. The body has been modified in several ways from PRS’s traditional profile. Most notably, it is remarkably thin, making it light enough for high-energy stage performances and comfortable for longer gigs. The neck shape and neck joint were specially designed to be comfortable and fast, and with glow-in-the-dark side dots you’ll never lose your place. The neck is very thin front-to-back with a slightly taller playing surface and 20” fretboard radius, and the neck joint has added surface area to promote build integrity and tonal transfer. PRS’s trademark scoop has also been modified for ultimate access to the upper frets, and the last 4 frets are scalloped so you can dig into those notes with ease. If the Chleo wasn’t unmistakable already, its ebony fretboard features a unique “Eclipse Dragon” inlay pattern.

Li’s Signature Series Fishman Fluence pickups are at the heart of the PRS Chleo. These copper-free pickups use layered PCBs for consistent, noise-free performance. With three distinct voices and a versatile switching system, the guitar offers up to 13 unique tone combinations.

From fat, aggressive rhythm tones to smooth, warm leads, soaring screams, and crystal-clear single-coil sounds, these pickups cover it all. The performance-friendly control layout makes it easy to switch between tones on the fly. Whether you’re using high-gain tube amps, solid-state rigs, modern amp modelers, or DAW plugins, the Chleo’s pickups are built to shine across any setup.

Adding to the innovation is a Gotoh locking tremolo system, enhanced with the new PRS Custom Stabilizer. It delivers the expressive freedom of a fully floating tremolo, while offering the tuning stability players love from fixed bridges, delivering confidence and control in any situation.

Experience PRS quality in a boundary-pushing design with the PRS Chleo Limited Edition.

PRS Chleo Limited Edition – Only 200 will be made in 2025.

Features

Gotoh GE1996T Tremolo with PRS Stabilizer
This double-locking tremolo and PRS Custom Stabilizer combination means a fully floating bridge while maintaining exceptional tuning stability, even during aggressive tremolo use or string breakage. Expressive performance with reliable control.

PRS Phase III Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
Modern locking technology with vintage elegance, these lightweight tuners promote tone transfer for a louder, more resonant instrument.

Fishman Fluence Omniforce Pickups - Herman Li Signature
Featuring three distinct voices per pickup and a versatile switching system, the Omniforce set offers up to 13 tone combinations — from powerful high-output tones to articulate single-coil sounds. The middle single coil is designed to sit low against the body for improved picking comfort and tonal balance.

PRS Chleo Ultimate Access Neck Joint
Reinforced neck joint with ultimate access to the upper frets works with any modern guitar techniques. Stress tested for stability and durability in the way only Herman Li can do. The last four frets are scalloped so you can dig in with ease.

Specifications

Body
Body Construction:  Solidbody
Top Wood:  Maple
Back Wood:  Mahogany
Top Carve:  Sculpted

Neck
Number of Frets:  24
Fret Wire Size:  PRS Jumbo
Width of Fret Crown:  .110"
Height of Fret Crown:  .050"
Scale Length:  25.5"
Neck Wood:  Maple
Neck Construction:  One-Piece
Truss Rod:  PRS Double-Acting w/ Carbon Fiber Strength Rods
Neck Shape:  Chleo
Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret:  23/32"
Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret:  52/64"
Neck Width at the Nut:  1 12/16"
Neck Width at the Body:  2 9/32"
Fretboard Wood:  Ebony
Fretboard Radius:  20”
Fretboard Scallop:  Frets 21-24
Fretboard Inlay:  Eclipse Dragons
Headstock Logo:  Signature, Inlaid

Neck/Body Assembly
Neck/Body Assembly Type:  Set

Finish
Finish Type:  Satin Nitro

Hardware
Bridge:  Gotoh GE1996T with PRS Stabilizer
Tuners:  PRS Phase III Locking Tuners w/ Wing Buttons
Hardware Type:  Gold
Nut:  PRS, Locking
Truss Rod Cover:  "Chleo"
Other:  Strap Locks

Electronics
Treble Pickup:  Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li
Middle Pickup:  Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li
Bass Pickup:  Fishman Fluence Signature Series Omniforce Herman Li
Controls:  Push/Pull Volume and Push/Pull Tone Controls with 5-Way Blade Switch. Tone Bypass Mini Switch and Voice 1 and 2 Inversion Mini Switch.
Power:  USB Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery

Additional Info
Strings:  PRS Classic, 9-46
Tuning:  Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
Case:  PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded Case, D2