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 GUITARS ARCHIVE

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USED - Gibson Custom Shop Standard Historic 1957 Les Paul Goldtop

£2,899.00

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USED - Gibson Les Paul 1952 Tribute - Gold Top (1928C Prototype)

£2,899.00

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USED - Patrick James Eggle Macon Special Lemon Burst

£2,800.00

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USED - Patrick James Eggle '96 British racing green

£2,800.00

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USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Florentine Sunburst 1997

£2,800.00

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USED - National Estralita Deluxe Reso-Phonic with slimline pickup

£2,799.00

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USED - Gibson Memphis ES335 2015 Sunset Burst

£2,799.00

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USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom - 2014 Alpine White

£2,799.00

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USED - Gibson VOS '59 ES-330 Cherry Bigsby

£2,799.00

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USED - Music Man BFR Albert Lee HH - Orange Crush Sparkle

£2,799.00

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USED - PRS 513 Grey Black - 2016

£2,799.00

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USED - Gibson '57 Historic Reissue Les Paul Gold Top

£2,799.00

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USED - Gibson Custom Shop Es355 Cherry 2001

£2,799.00

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USED Fender Custom Shop NOS '55 Stratocaster Electric Guitar

£2,799.00

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USED - Suhr Pete Thorn - Ocean Turquoise Metallic #JS8J7X

£2,799.00

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USED - Fender Custom Shop Journeyman Relic Post modern Telecaster - Aged White Blonde

£2,799.00

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USED - Luxxtone Custom Shop Ltd - El Macete, Floyd, Sonic Blue

£2,699.00

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USED - MusicMan - Ball Family Reserve Luke III - Blueberry Burst

£2,699.00

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USED - 2007 Taylor Ga Custom Built To Order Macassar Ebony

£2,699.00

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USED - PRS DGT (David Grissom Trem) - Goldtop #0298669

£2,699.00

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USED - PRS Custom 22 McCarty Tobacco Sunburst #249951

£2,699.00

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USED - Gibson 1958 Standard Historic Custom Shop Les Paul - Ice Tea

£2,699.00

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USED - PRS Custom 24 Mccarty Burst s#237142

£2,699.00

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USED - PRS 509 Ltd - Charcoal - #0277360

£2,699.00

Explore our comprehensive archive of previously sold used and pre-owned guitars at Musicstreet. This reference gallery showcases a diverse range of electric, acoustic, bass, and classical guitars that have found new homes through our Cambridgeshire shop over the years. From vintage Fender and Gibson models to rare boutique and custom shop instruments, our archive highlights Musicstreet’s dedication to quality, setup, and honest descriptions for every guitar we’ve featured. Browse this collection for research, guitar inspiration, or to gauge market trends and unique finds in the UK guitar world. Please note: the guitars shown here are no longer available for sale. For current stock, visit our main used guitars collection.