PRS Herman Li Signature Chleo Electric Guitar in Orchid Dusk

Forged Through the Fire & Flames, PRS & Herman Li (DragonForce) have forged a truly ferocious signature guitar designed to handle the most furious rhythm tones to the smoothest warm leads, soaring screams, and crystal-clear melodies.

Equipped with a set of Herman Li’s signature pickups, the Chleo offers 13 tonal combinations which are perfect for high-gain tube amps, solid-state rigs, modern amp modelers, DAW plugins, you name it.

Key Features

• Eclipse Dragon Fretboard Inlays - If the Chleo wasn’t unmistakable already, its Ebony fretboard features a unique “Eclipse Dragon” inlay pattern.
• Exceptional Tuning Stability - This double-locking tremolo and PRS Custom Stabilizer combination results in a fully floating bridge while maintaining exceptional tuning stability, even during aggressive tremolo use or string breakage.
• Herman Li Signature Fishman Fluence Omniforce Pickups - 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.

Herman Li of 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 infamous 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 these instruments will be made in 2025.

Classic PRS Design Meets Power-Metal Worthy Modern Design

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.

Lightweight, Thin-Line Body

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.

Expertly Crafted Guitar Neck, with Eclipse Dragon Inlays

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.

Herman Li Signature Fishman Fluence Pickups

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. The performance-friendly control layout makes it easy to switch between tones on the fly.

Modern Hardware

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.

“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

Specifications

Body

• Body Construction: Solid body
• Top Wood: Maple
• Back Wood: Mahogany
• Top Carve: Sculpted

Neck

• Number of Frets: 24
• Scale Length: 25.5”
• Neck Wood: Maple
• Neck Construction: One-Piece
• Truss Rod: PRS Double-Acting with 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 Inlay: Eclipse Dragons
• Headstock Logo: Signature, Inlaid

Hardware

• Bridge Gotoh GE1996T with PRS Stabilizer
• Tuners: PRS Phase III Locking Tuners
• Hardware Type: Gold
• Nut: PRS, Locking
• Truss Rod: Cover “Chleo”
• Strap Locks

Electronics

• Pickups: 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

Miscellaneous

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