The Legacy of Ted McCarty | Vintage Guitar Icon | PRS Guitars

The Legacy of Ted McCarty: Vintage Guitar Icon is a short documentary film produced by PRS Guitars that explores the life and legacy of Ted McCarty, one of the most important figures in the world of guitar manufacturing and design.

Through interviews and archival footage, this film highlights Ted McCarty’s groundbreaking innovations and his pivotal mentorship of Paul Reed Smith. Showcasing the deep bond between these two visionaries, this documentary reveals how McCarty’s influence continues to guide the direction of PRS Guitars and inspire the company’s ongoing commitment to craftsmanship and innovation.

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Chapters:
00:00:00 - Who was Ted McCarty?
00:05:14 - Ted Joins Gibson Guitar Co. in March 1948
00:08:46 - How Ted McCarty Got Involved with PRS Guitars
00:15:56 - The Influence of Ted on PRS Guitars
00:17:40 - Ted McCarty's Historic Innovations
00:26:52 - PRS Employees Share Their First Memories of Ted
00:31:25 - Paul & Ted's Relationship Evolves Past Mentorship
00:33:32 - Applying Ted's Lessons to PRS Manufacturing Processes and Designs
00:34:54 - PRS Guitars Introduces the McCarty Model
00:42:06 - Further Development of Ted's Philosophies Gave Birth to the McCarty 594
00:44:56 - The Rock Walk of Fame - Cementing Ted's Legacy in the Music Industry
00:50:00 - The McCarty Model Becomes Larger Than Life in Baltimore's Inner Harbor
00:52:37 - The Passing of the Guard - Ted Trusting PRS With His Legacy
00:54:46 - What Started As Business, Ended In Friendship
00:56:48 - Honoring Our Final Memories of Ted
01:00:24 - An Icon of the Music Industry Left Behind a Lasting Legacy
01:03:45 - The Importance of Continuing To Share Knowledge With Others
01:06:56 - "Paul Is Our Mentor, Our Legend, Our Ted McCarty"
01:12:38 - End Credits

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