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.

Yamaha THR10II Wireless Guitar Amp

The Yamaha® THR10II Wireless guitar amplifier brings realistic tube-amp tones and feel to your desktop and beyond. Cover any style with tones for electric, acoustic, and bass guitar. And it’s fully wireless. With Bluetooth® support, a Line 6® wireless receiver, and built-in rechargeable battery, you’ll play anywhere your music takes you.

Specification

Realistic tube-amp tones and feel plus essential effects
15 guitar amps, 3 bass amps, 3 mic models for acoustic-electrics, and flat modes.

MODERN, BOUTIQUE, and CLASSIC for each amp type (THR10II Wireless and THR10II can switch the amp mode by THR Remote)

Bluetooth® support for audio playback, editing via THR Remote, and more
Built-in wireless receiver compatible with optional Line 6® Relay® G10T transmitter
Built-in rechargeable battery lets you play anywhere
Hi-Fi audio playback with Extended Stereo Technology
Plug-and-play USB connectivity for recording and playback
THR Remote editor/librarian app for desktop and mobile devices