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.

Art & Lutherie Legacy Tennessee Red QIT - Electro Acoustic

Art & Lutherie Legacy Tennessee Red QIT - Electro Acoustic

Name: Art & Lutherie Legacy Tennessee Red QIT - Electro Acoustic
Brand: Art & Lutherie
SKU: 042364
Price: 759.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

The perfectly sized Concert Hall Legacy is reflective of the legendary bluesmen and folk balladeers of yesteryear with its vintage city vibe. Equipped with Godin Q1T electronics, it’s the perfect stage companion, ready to fill any room. Offered in 3 semi-gloss patina finishes, Bourbon Burst, Faded Black or Tennessee Red, this rock solid performer delivers rich dynamic response whether plugged in or all by its lonesome.

SPECIFICATIONS

Wild Cherry Back & Sides (3-layer solid lamination)
Select Pressure Tested Solid Cedar Top
Silver Leaf Maple Neck
Rosewood Fingerboard & Bridge
1.72" Nut Width
24.84” Scale
16” fingerboard radius
Graphtech Tusq™ Nut & Saddle
Double-action Truss Rod
Open-gear 18:1 antique brass tuning machines
Hand-crafted in Quebec, Canada
95% Canadian Wood
Godin Q1T built-in electronics

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