The JTV59 weighs about 9lbs and my PRS Custom 24 is just over 7lbs. For me, that small difference in weight makes a huge difference on my stamina when playing 3,1 hour sets a night. I am used to playing heavier guitars as I 've played LPs and Warwick basses in the past. These days however, I'm just not willing to compromise comfort. That said, it plays wonderfully but I'm just not using it to it's potential and thought that I would post it here for someone who would appreciate it......and I forgot to post photos. :)