I think I would go for something like an Equator over a Phred. Equators do look pretty sweet. But a PRS HB does just fine. I've played one for 12 years, love it. This is my band doing Coil recently (playing the PRS HBII) cued to the sustain'd note...
The 339 is a fine instrument for sure, but I have been playing a PRS HB II for about 8 years now and I just love it. Both in finish, tone & playability. Like anything else though what suits me might not suit someone else.
curious too bump. I love my Carvin DC400W, its beautiful, plays great and has a million tonal possibilities. Have been thinking about a CS myself. Like the WCR pickup idea...
i have an '04 PRS hollowbody. i had a '98 previously. the differences are subtle. great great guitar. trey is one of my favorite guitar players and i've spent some time jammin on some phish with this guitar :)