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.

Boutique amps

Explore Boutique amps at MusicStreet

Matchless Guitar Amp - Nighthawk 15w EL84 Head

£2,835.00

Matchless Guitar Amp - Spitfire 112 15w EL84

£2,550.00

USED - Divided By 13 - Rsa31 & 2X12 Open Back Cab (Celestion G12 Blue)

£2,499.00

Fender - '57 Custom Deluxe Guitar Amplifier (Lacquered Tweed)

£2,249.00

Matchless Guitar Amplifier - ESD212 2x12 60W Extension Cab

£1,235.00

USED - Friedman Dirty Shirley Mini

£1,200.00

Cornell Guitar Amplifier - Traveller 7 Combo

£990.00

Matchless ESS112 1x12 30w extension cab

£925.00

Matchless ESS112 1x12 Guitar Amplifier Cabinet

£925.00

Cornell Guitar Amplifier - Traveller 5 Combo (Tweed Finish)

£775.00

Cornell Guitar Amplifier - Traveller 5 Combo

£775.00

USED - Cornell Traveller 7 Combo

£699.00

USED - Cornell Traveller 7 Combo

£699.00

USED - Cornell Traveller 7 Combo

£699.00

USED - Cornell Traveller 5 Combo (Tweed finish)

£599.00

Boutique amps

we work closely with Amp builders At Musicstreet

Matchless, Hamstead Soundworks and Cornell amplifiers. We love these boutique amp companies and their attention to detail. Call in to our store and try them out for yourself. If you're after reliability and a great sound then look no further.