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.

Flying V / Explorer

Welcome to Music Street, your premier authorized dealer for Gibson Flying V guitars in the UK. Famous for its radical, futuristic body shape, massive mahogany sustain, and high-output humbucking pickups, the Flying V is an absolute icon of heavy rock and metal. Every Gibson Flying V we sell undergoes a rigorous, multi-point inspection and a custom, professional setup by our in-house luthiers in our Huntingdon workshop before shipping. Browse our curated selection below, or scroll down to read our expert Flying V Spotlight.

Flying V / Explorer

Explore Flying V / Explorer at MusicStreet

Epiphone Dave Mustaine Flying V Custom Electric Guitar, Metallic Black (Incl. Hard Case)

Gibson 70's Flying V Electric Guitar - Antique Natural

USED - Gibson Custom Shop '58 Mahogany Flying V Reissue (2021)

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