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.

Aria STB PB Black - Bass Guitar

Name: Aria STB PB Black - Bass Guitar
Brand: Aria
SKU: STBPBBK
Price: 199.0 GBP
Availability: PreOrder

£199.00

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Aria STB PB Black - Bass Guitar

£199.00

The Aria STB PB Black is a versatile entry-level P-style bass built for clarity and punch. Its basswood body and maple neck deliver warm, focused tone, while the OP-1 double-coil pickup captures that signature P growl with definition across all registers. The stained walnut fingerboard and 240R radius provide comfortable playability, and the 34-inch scale ensures full low-end response. Simple volume and tone controls keep operation intuitive, making this an ideal choice for players building their foundation in bass.

Body: Basswood
Neck: Maple, Bolt-on
Fingerboard: Stained Walnut
Fingerboard Radius: 240R (9.5″)
Number of Frets: 21
Scale Length: 864mm (34 inches)
Pickups: OP-1 Double Coil x 1
Controls: Volume x1, Tone x1
Bridge: VFB-1
Hardware: Chrome
Finish: 3TS (3 Tone Sunburst) BK (Black)