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.

USED - Electro Harmonix Bass Metaphors

Name: USED - Electro Harmonix Bass Metaphors
Brand: Electro Harmonix
SKU: EHX BASS METAPHORS
Price: 79.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

USED but in full working order. Comes with box.

Preamp section has a dry channel, EQ channel and a distortion channel, each with their own level control to add tonal structure with a rock solid foundation. The Bass Metaphors unit has two footswitches for the distortion and bypass, making them easily accessible whilst playing. Both switches have LED lights to show which effects are active.

The unit features a master volume control, distortion control and a switchable compressor. A very colourful EQ when the bass filter and treble filter are combined, it has scooped midranges to very subtle to overt sonic possibilities.

This Multi Effects Pedal has a tough and compact casing, and is uniquely designed by Electro Harmonix. Designed and voiced specifically for bass players, the Bass Metaphors pedal is useful for every player whether recording into a laptop, at a pro studio or playing live. A great value multi-effects toolbox.