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.

Premium Electric Guitars Over £1,000

Explore Electric Guitars Over £1000 at MusicStreet

PRS - SE Hollowbody II Piezo Peacock Blue Smokeburst

£1,049.00

H.S. Anderson - Vintage Re-Issue Madcat MKII Electric Guitar

£3,399.00

Yamaha SA2200 Semi Hollow Electric Guitar - Brown Sunburst

£2,199.00

PRS - SE Hollowbody II Piezo Black Gold

£1,099.00

H.S. Anderson - Vintage Re-Issue Madcat MKII s#22041

£2,999.00

Yamaha Pacifica 1611 Mike Stern Signature Electric Guitar

£1,859.00

USED Fender '52 Reissue Telecaster - Excellent Condition Vintage Electric Guitar

£1,399.00

PRS Mark Lettieri Signature Fiore - Sugar Moon

£2,599.00

Godin 5th Avenue CW Kingpin II Humbucker - Cognac Burst

£1,379.00

USED - Fender 52 HotRod Telecaster - Butterscotch

£1,199.00

Duesenberg Paloma Red Sparkle Electric Guitar (Includes gig bag)

£2,499.00

Yamaha SA2200 Semi Hollow Electric Guitar - Violin Sunburst

£2,199.00

Duesenberg Starplayer TV Custom Electric Guitar - Black

£2,499.00

Duesenberg Starplayer Phonic Electric Guitar - Venetian White

£2,499.00

Gretsch Synchromatic™ Falcon™ Hollow Body Single-Cut with Bigsby®, Ebony Fingerboard, Snowcrest White

£1,299.00

Fender Limited Hybrid II Jazzmaster® Electric Guitar - Noir, Rosewood Fingerboard, Black - Made in Japan

£1,299.00

Fender JV Modified '60s Stratocaster®, Maple neck, Olympic White

£1,299.00

Duesenberg Starplayer Phonic Electric Guitar - Black

£2,699.00

USED - 2022 Gibson Les Paul 70's Deluxe Gold Top

£1,799.00

PRS Silver Sky - Lunar Ice, Limited Edition

£2,825.00

Fender American Professional II Telecaster - Mercury - Rosewood

£1,589.00

EVH Striped Series Frankenstrat Electric Guitar

£1,316.00

PRS Silver Sky John Mayer Signature Electric Guitar - Tungsten

£2,499.00

Duesenberg Caribou Ltd Edition Stardust incl. Hard Case *B Stock

£1,979.00

Electric Guitars Over £1000

High-end and Custom Shop electric guitars from Gibson, Fender, PRS, Duesenberg and more, set up by our workshop.

Premium electric guitars over £1,000

When you're investing in a high-end guitar, you want to be sure it's right. Our premium range includes Gibson USA and Custom, Fender Custom Shop, PRS Core and Private Stock, Duesenberg, Yamaha, H.S. Anderson and Patrick James Eggle, all inspected and set up before they're sent.

What you get at this level

Higher-grade woods, hand-finished frets and premium hardware
Pickups and electronics that respond to every nuance of your playing
Instruments that hold their value

Buy with confidence

Workshop setup: every guitar is set up in our Huntingdon workshop before it's sent
Free UK delivery on orders over £99, or collect from 10 Chequers Court, Huntingdon
12-month warranty and 14-day returns
Talk to a real player: call 01480 431222, Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm

FAQs

Can I try before I buy?
Yes. Visit our Huntingdon shop. For a specific guitar, call ahead and we'll have it ready.

Do you take part-exchange?
Yes. Send us photos and details for a valuation.

Can I spread the cost?
Finance options are shown at checkout.