# Paul Reed Smith Debunks Dentist Guitar Joke

> Paul Reed Smith challenges the myth that PRS guitars are for dentists with a laugh and facts.
- Title: Paul Reed Smith Debunks Dentist Guitar Joke · Guitar World
- Summary: Paul Reed Smith challenges the myth that PRS guitars are for dentists with a laugh and facts. Paul Reed Smith clarifies that PRS guitars are not just for…
- Keywords: paul reed smith, prs guitars, dentist joke, guitar industry, carlos santana, john mayer, Paul, Reed, Smith, Debunks, Dentist, Guitar
- Source: Guitar World — https://guitarworld.com/gear/electric-guitars/paul-reed-smith-on-prs-guitars-for-dentists
- Published: 2026-10-09T10:40:11+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: paul reed smith, prs guitars, dentist joke, guitar industry, carlos santana, john mayer
## The Dentist Guitar Myth
The guitar industry jokes PRS guitars are for dentists and lawyers.
## Paul Reed Smith's Response
Smith laughs about the joke but insists dentists aren't the only buyers.
## Touring Musicians Use PRS
Carlos Santana and John Mayer are PRS guitar users, not dentists.

> I didn't know Carlos Santana and John Mayer were dentists
## Affordable PRS Models
PRS offers affordable SE models like the NF 53 SE under $1,000.
## Key takeaway

Paul Reed Smith clarifies that PRS guitars are not just for dentists, citing touring musicians like Carlos Santana and John Mayer.