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.

PRS Guitars

PRS CE 24 2025 Faded Grey Black electric guitar showcasing a sleek design and advanced features.

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PRS Modern Eagle V 10 Top Electric Guitar - Purple Mist

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HOLLOW BODY

PRS Santana Retro Electric Guitar - Amber Smokeburst s#0360478

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Explore PRS Guitars at MusicStreet

PRS - SE CE24 - Black Cherry

£529.00

*B Stock PRS S2 Custom Colour 24-08 - Metallic Purple Satin s#S2065965

£1,699.00

PRS - SE DGT McCarty Tobacco Sunburst - Birds

£749.00

PRS Silver Sky Electric Guitar, John Mayer Signature Model, Roxy Pink Finish

£2,199.00

PRS Hollowbody II Piezo 10 top Charcoal Blueburst

£7,049.00

PRS SE Standard 24-08 - Translucent Blue

£619.00

PRS SE Santana Abraxas Limited Edition

£549.00

PRS Silver Sky John Mayer Signature Electric Guitar - Midnight Rose, Maple Neck

£2,449.00

PRS Mark Lettieri Signature Fiore - Amaryllis

£2,599.00

PRS SE Custom 24 - Black Goldburst Electric Guitar

£895.00

PRS 509 - Purple Mist- S#0275638

£3,599.00

PRS SE 35th Anniversary Custom 24 Black Gold Burst

£899.00

PRS SE Custom 24 Floyd Rose - Charcoal burst

£899.00

PRS Silver Sky Electric Guitar, John Mayer Signature Model, Moc Sand Finish

£2,499.00

PRS Silver Sky John Mayer Signature Electric Guitar - Dodgem Blue

£2,499.00

USED - PRS Mccarty 594 Wood Library 10 Top - River Blue

£3,199.00

PRS SE Tremonti Standard

£599.00

USED - PRS Private Stock (Joe Knaggs) Hollowbody I Piezo #403 (Serial: 266668)

£9,999.00

PRS SE Silver Sky Electric Guitar - Derby Red

£695.00

PRS SE Tremonti Charcoal burst.

£799.00

USED PRS SE Hollowbody II Electric Guitar - Tricolour Sunburst

£699.00

USED - PRS SE Silver Sky - Ever Green

£450.00

*B Stock - PRS - SE McCarty 594 - Charcoal

£749.00

PRS - SE Custom 24 - Black Gold Sunburst Quilt Electric Guitar

£899.00

PRS Guitars

PRS Core, S2, SE and Silver Sky models, every one set up free in our workshop to your preferred strings.

Flawless Ergonomics, Expressive Tone & Master-Grade Flame Tops

Authorized UK PRS Guitars Premier Stockist

PRS guitars have earned an unshakeable reputation for flawless build quality and effortless playing ergonomics.

PRS guitars, set up properly

Paul Reed Smith guitars are known for flawless build quality, carved maple tops, bird inlays and rock-solid tuning. MusicStreet stocks a wide range, from affordable SE models to Maryland-made Core and Private Stock instruments.

The PRS range

SE: PRS design and quality at an affordable price
S2: US-made in Maryland, a step up in feel and tone
Core: the flagship Maryland range, including Custom 24, McCarty 594 and Silver Sky
Used PRS: pre-owned PRS guitars, inspected and set up

Free PRS setup

Every PRS we sell is set up in our workshop at no extra cost. Tell us your preferred strings and gauge when you order.

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

Also see electric guitars over £1,000 and used guitars.