What is the difference between a high-end production guitar and a Custom Shop model?

High-end production guitars (such as PRS Core Custom 24 or Gibson USA Standard) utilize advanced CNC precision combined with hand-finishing in standard production runs. Custom Shop models feature lower batch volumes, hand-selected tonewoods, custom hand-wound pickups, period-accurate construction, and master luthier voicing.

Why should I avoid drop-shipped high-end electric guitars?

Drop-shipped guitars are dispatched directly from logistics warehouses without unboxing or inspection. Without a bench inspection and 5-point setup by an in-house guitar technician, you risk receiving an unplayable instrument affected by climate shifts during storage and transit.

What does MusicStreet's 5-point setup include?

Every instrument sold through MusicStreet undergoes a comprehensive 5-point bench inspection: truss rod and neck relief calibration, nut slot depth check, bridge radius and intonation alignment, pickup height and electronic circuit testing, and fretboard conditioning.

Can I try boutique and custom shop guitars in person at MusicStreet?

Yes. MusicStreet operates a showroom at 10 Chequers Court, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, where players can test premium PRS, Fender, and Gibson models through high-end amplifiers in a dedicated testing environment.

Maton EBW808C Blackwood - Acoustic Guitar

Maton EBW808C Blackwood - Acoustic Guitar

Name: Maton EBW808C Blackwood - Acoustic Guitar
Brand: Maton
SKU: EBW808C
Price: 2159.0 GBP
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Maton EBW808C Blackwood - Acoustic Guitar

£2,159.00

Maton EBW808C Blackwood Series 808 Guitar

The latest edition to the Maton range is this all solid Australian Cutaway blackwood series guitar. This great timber combination has a rich, warm and punchy tone while still retaining excellent string separation. Blackwood grows throughout Tasmania and the Otway ranges in Victoria, it is a sought after timber by guitar builders world wide. Closely related to Koa, Blackwoods beautiful definition and rich overtones have made it one of the great modern tone woods. The all Blackwood construction produces a unique tonal compression, blending frequencies into a new, unique voice that has before now only been available from Custom built Koa guitars.

An streaky Ebony fretboard and bridge are also featured on the Blackwood series guitars. Ebony is arguably the finest of fretboard woods due to its glassy definition whilst still maintaing superb low end definition. It is one of the hardest wearing timbers oon Earth and will see you through a lifetime of playing.

It looks fantastic with beautiful caramel tones and excellent figure. Combine this with "mini rope" binding and rosette and you have one beautiful looking guitar. Superb feel and easy to play neck profile, Maton have once again lifted the bar.

The Blackwood Series are sure to find their place in the Maton line up for years to come.

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