PRS Guitars and Ricky Martin at the 2006 Winter Olympics

Press release
Source: PRS Guitars

Ricky Martin guitarist David Cabrerra rocked the closing ceremonies of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy playing a PRS 513 Rosewood model. Millions of television viewers worldwide experienced the look and tone of one of PRS' most versatile guitars.

A PRS Swamp Ash Special model made an appearance earlier during the Olympic Games as well, played by Grammy award winning Italian guitarist Massimo Varini. Varini's Swamp Ash Special guitar licks were broadcasted internationally to more than forty countries.

"Though guitar playing is not likely to become an Olympic sport, it was still a pleasure knowing that these artists personally chose our guitars to perpetuate the spirit of the games," says Paul Reed Smith.

Paul Reed Smith Guitars is a leading manufacturer of high-end electric and electro-acoustic guitars. PRS guitars are handcrafted with attention to detail from the finest materials available. Through innovative design and quality of workmanship, PRS provides the musician with the best instrument possible. PRS guitars are used by Carlos Santana, Dave Navarro, Mark Tremonti and a veritable "who's who" of top musicians. Founded in 1985, the company is based in Stevensville, Maryland.