Gear. Tech. Tools. All things ferocious fretwork, video content, music releases, concert info, and more from DragonForce co-lead guitarist Herman Li live here. So, keep your eyes on this space and read on to learn how you can win your very own, Sweetwater-exclusive PRS SE Chleo, signed and played by Herman!
- Win Herman Li’s Signed, Sweetwater-exclusive PRS SE Chleo!
- Herman Li’s PRS SE Chleo: Searing Sweetwater-exclusive Sonics for All
- PRS SE Chleo Control Diagram: Fishman Fluence Omniforce
- Core Chleo Up Close: Why Every Part of Design Matters in Herman Li’s Own Words
- Content Spotlight: Herman Li’s Searing Solos and 6-string Philosophies
- See DragonForce on Tour: 20 Years of Inhuman Rampage!
- About Herman Li
- Giveaway Terms and Conditions
Win Herman Li’s Signed, Sweetwater-exclusive PRS SE Chleo!
Inspired by the custom-built Chleo for DragonForce touring guitarist Billy Wilkins, Herman Li and Sweetwater teamed up to devise an exclusive iteration of Herman’s celebrated, signature 6-string — enter, the eye-grabbing black satin PRS SE Chleo, only available at Sweetwater.
While you can pick one up for yourself, you can also enter to win the first one ever built, signed and played by Herman Li! Yes, it’s the same one in the video above, and all you need to do is enter your email in the box below for your chance to win!

Signed Herman Li PRS SE Chleo Giveaway!
Enter your email address below for a chance to win a Signed Herman Li PRS SE Chleo!
Herman Li’s PRS SE Chleo: Searing Sweetwater-exclusive Sonics for All
Following relentless research and development, the years-in-the-making magic of Herman Li and PRS’s partnership resulted in the DragonForce axe master’s pièce de resistance, the PRS Chleo. Its Core and SE models were driven by a singular imperative: no compromises. This was taken seriously, especially for the Sweetwater-exclusive Black Satin take that he devised with Sweetwater’s merchandising team, inspired by the custom-made Core model developed for touring guitarist Billy Wilkins.
As Herman put it himself:
“If we’re going to make an SE model, it has to be a professional-quality instrument; it has to be as good as my previous stage guitars that I was playing . . . if the SE is not going to be a pro-quality guitar, don’t bother.”
Differences between the SE and Core Chleo models were given the utmost consideration, thanks to Herman’s commitment to ensuring players of all stripes and styles can be equipped with stage-grade performance power. In many ways, the divergent design details of the SE and Core models are as much a way to give players more agency in how they wield the Chleo as they are a distinction between series.
Want to learn more about the SE Chleo’s uncompromising craftsmanship? Mouse over and click to read about the details that make Herman Li’s signature PRS SE Chleo a bona fide spotlight-stealing six-string, in Herman’s own words!
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PRS SE Chleo Control Diagram: Fishman Fluence Omniforce
Both Core and SE models of Herman’s signature six-string are outfitted with a set of three Fluence Omniforce pickups designed in methodical collaboration between Herman Li and Fishman. These electronics are tailored to meet Herman’s exacting sonic-contouring specifications, giving him — and you — a whopping 13 onboard tone-crafting configurations, thanks to the 5-way blade switch joining push-pull options on both the tone and volume controls.

Core Chleo Up Close: Why Every Part of Design Matters in Herman Li’s Own Words
The mythic “quest for tone” has fueled the warring factions on every side of the historically divisive debate around electric guitars: do tonewoods matter? Herman Li explains his hardware, body design, pickup, tonewood, and contouring decisions when he spec’d his signature PRS Chleo Core guitar.
Mouse over and click to learn more about how these meticulous crafting choices supercharge Herman’s sonic palette and then grab some upgrades for yourself!
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See DragonForce on Tour: 20 Years of Inhuman Rampage!

Ready to catch Herman Li with DragonForce this fall? Celebrating 20 years of the band’s groundbreaking, culture-redefining record Inhuman Rampage, the power metal puissance is igniting main stages around the world, masterfully marrying historic haymaking heat with a modern mélange of metal magic, courtesy of co-lead vocalist and frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz. With special supports starring Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire, this is a commemorative showcase you don’t want to miss — grab your tickets today!

Content Spotlight: Herman Li’s Searing Solos and 6-string Philosophies
About Herman Li
Revered for his blistering speed, unrivaled technical precision, and visionary creative prowess, DragonForce co-founder, producer, songwriter, and lead guitarist Herman Li is an uncompromising force of musical madness. The gear that powers his ingenuity and artistry is essential to bringing his innovative sonics to life. Wearing multiple hats in DragonForce supplements his myriad ventures as a content creator, livestreamer, and frequent tech/gaming collaborator, giving Herman Li a limitless audio aperture that’s only matched by his insatiable curiosity.
Did we mention he’s also an educator, Porsche racer, martial artist, and computer technology enthusiast who fluently speaks English, French, and Cantonese?
Giveaway Terms and Conditions
Official Rules
No purchase or payment is necessary to enter or win and will not increase the odds of winning. Void where prohibited by law.
By entering or otherwise participating in this Promotion (“Promotion”), sponsored by Sweetwater Sound, LLC (“Sponsor”), you agree to be bound fully and unconditionally by these Official Rules (“Rules”) and to Sponsor’s decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the Promotion.
GENERAL RULES:
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HOW TO ENTER
To enter go to https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/herman-li-artist-profile/ (“Sweetwater Website”) during the Promotion Period and fill out all requested information. Limit one (1) entry per household per month. The Sponsor reserves the right to, and at its sole discretion may, reject any entry for failure to comply with these entry requirements.
Submit an Alternate Method of Entry (“AMOE”) to the Promotion by emailing giveaway@sweetwater.com and providing the entrants’ name, valid email address, the name of the giveaway promotion entered, and affirmation of agreement to be bound by these Rules.
Only one entry allowed per eligible natural person during the Promotion Period. Employees, officers, and directors of Sponsor or any affiliate of Sponsor including any brand or any licensor or licensee of Sponsor, along with any immediate family members1 or individuals who share the same household, whether legally related or otherwise, are not eligible to enter the Promotion or win the Prize.
- Eligibility
This Promotion is open to any person who:
(a) is at least 18 years of age or older at the time of any entry with a valid government issued photo identification;
(b) is a legal resident of the 50 United States and District of Columbia;
(c) Submits an Entry.
(d) This Promotion is void in Florida, New York, Rhode Island, Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and where prohibited by law.
- Promotion Period and Drawing of Winner
The Promotion starts at 12:00 am EST on September 1st, 2026 and ends at 9:59 pm EST on September 30th, 2026 (“Promotion Period”). At the end of the Promotion Period, one (1) prize will be awarded to one (1) eligible entrant selected at random by Sponsor from all qualified entrants (“Prize Winners”).
- Prize
The Prize for the Prize Winners is a package (collectively, “Prize”), consisting of the following items:
(1x) Autographed PRS SE Chleo
Prize is not transferrable or assignable to any third party. Prize will not be paid out in cash directly to winner. If the winner is not eligible, Sponsor will randomly select an alternate winner.
In the event a Prize becomes unavailable, a prize of equal or greater value will be substituted.
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- Winner Selection
Winners will be selected in a random drawing (“Drawing”). The Drawing will take place within fourteen (14) days following the close of the Promotion Period. Odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received.
- Winner Notification
The Sponsor will notify the winners by emailing the winner within two (2) days of the Drawing (“Prize Notification”). To claim the prize, the winner must verify one’s mailing address, and any other personal information required for Sponsor to issue the prize, within 14 days of the Prize Notification, or an alternate winner may be selected. In no event is Sponsor required to attempt to contact the winner more than once. The prize will be forfeited if the winner cannot be reached; the winner cannot accept or receive the prize for any reason; the winner fails to timely respond to the Prize Notification; or the winner has violated these Rules. If the prize is a trip, the winner has 60 days to book the trip within the dates allowed. No transfer, assignment, cash redemption, or substitution of the prize (or portion thereof) is permitted, except by the Sponsor in its sole discretion. Prize winners are responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes. Winner must provide Sponsor with a valid Social Security number or taxpayer identification number before prize will be awarded. If one or more prizes, with a total value of $600 or more, are awarded to winner during any calendar year, a proper tax form will be issued. In the event a giveaway prize becomes unavailable, the Sponsor will make reasonable efforts to substitute the giveaway prize with a prize of equal or greater value.
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The odds of winning will vary depending on the number of total eligible entries received.
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- Disqualifications
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ENTRANT AGREES THAT TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW: 1) ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS, AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THE PROMOTION, OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED, WILL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION OR AWARD; 2) ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, JUDGMENTS, SETTLEMENTS, AND AWARDS WILL BE LIMITED TO ACTUAL THIRD-PARTY, OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS INCURRED (IF ANY) NOT TO EXCEED [$8,440.86 USD], BUT IN NO EVENT WILL ATTORNEYS’ FEES BE AWARDED OR RECOVERABLE; 3) UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ANY ENTRANT BE PERMITTED TO OBTAIN ANY AWARD FOR, AND ENTRANT HEREBY KNOWINGLY AND EXPRESSLY WAIVES ALL RIGHT TO SEEK, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, LOST PROFITS AND/OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE, OTHER THAN ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES, IF ANY, OR ANY RIGHT TO HAVE ANY DAMAGES MULTIPLIED OR OTHERWISE INCREASED; AND 4) ENTRANT’S REMEDIES WILL BE LIMITED SOLELY TO A CLAIM FOR MONEY DAMAGES, IF ANY, AND ENTRANT IRREVOCABLY WAIVES ANY RIGHT TO SEEK INJUNCTIVE OR EQUITABLE RELIEF. WHERE SUCH EXCLUSIONS ARE NOT PERMITTED BY LAW, THEY DO NOT APPLY.
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- Dispute Resolution
Sponsor is always interested in resolving disputes amicably and efficiently, and most participant concerns can be resolved quickly and to the participant satisfaction by emailing customer support at giveaway@sweetwater.com. The parties agree to finally settle all disputes arising out of or related to this Promotion only on an individual (not class) basis through arbitration which decision and award (if any) are final and binding with limited exceptions provided by law. The arbitration shall be administered by the American Arbitration Association, and the arbitrator shall be selected according to the rules following service of a demand for arbitration.
- Sponsor Contact
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- Winner List
A list of Prize Winners can be found at www.sweetwater.com/giveaway/previous-winners.php.
1 For the purpose of this Promotion, immediate family members are defined as spouses, partners, parents, legal guardians, siblings, in-laws, grandparents, children, and grandchildren. Further, for the purpose of this eligibility requirement of the Promotion, any roommates or housemates are considered to share the same household.












