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.

Klotz KIKG Angled Instrument Cable, 3m

Features

Reliable performance
Ideal for entry-level musicians
Effective spiral shield
Warm, rich sound
Extra-strong strain relief
Ultra flexible
Gold tip jack connectors
Quality oxygen-free copper conductors
Enclosed lead-free PVC jacket
Conductive plastic shield
Copper spiral shield
Specifications

Series: KIK
Category: Pro Instrument
Cable Type: KIK, 6.1mm, Capacity 115 pF/m (35 pF/ft)
Shielding: Double Screened Cable, Bare Copper Spiral Shield and Conductive Plastic
Jacket: PVC
Connectors: 2 x Gold-Plated Jacks
Sleeve: Flexible Studded Rubber Sleeve
Colour: Black
Length: 3m