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.

Line 6 - HX Stomp - Blue

Name: Line 6 - HX Stomp - Blue
Brand: Line6
SKU: GHXSTOMPBLUK
Price: 549.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Line 6 have been at the forefront of the digital modelling world for over 20 years now, pushing the boundaries of guitar technology is nothing new for them and their flagship product, the Helix, has taken the guitar world by storm. With the scaled down Helix, the HX, becoming a go to for players, its latest version, the HX Stomp is sure to generate loads of interest!

The HX Stomp is the ultimate streamlined version of this superstar pedal. Constructed as a 3 pedal unit, the HX Stomp features the same processor as the Helix, meaning you get over 300 effects including legacy lines from the M Series, 6 simultaneous amp, cab and effects blocks, TRS dual expression pedal inputs and a stereo effects loop, it's a serious pedal!

It's super comprehensive but really user intuitive. Built with the working player in mind, it has a solid aluminium construction that can take the rigours of the road, perfect on stage or in the studio, the Helix is the future of multi effects.