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.

Martin GPCX2E - Acoustic guitar

Name: Martin GPCX2E - Acoustic guitar
Brand: Martin
SKU: CFM-GTR-GPCX2E-02
Price: 829.0 GBP
Availability: PreOrder

£829.00

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Martin GPCX2E - Acoustic guitar

£829.00

Specifications

Body & Bridge

Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
Body Material: Rosewood HPL Back and Sides
Body Type: Grand Performance
Bridge Material: Select Hardwoods
Body Finish: Hand Rubbed
Colour: Natural
Rosette: Select Hardwood
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped

Neck & Fingerboard

Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Performing Artist
Neck Finish: None
Fingerboard Material: Select Hardwood
Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Inlay: Dot
Number of Frets: 20
Scale Length: 25.4"

Hardware & Electronics

Hardware Colour: N/A
Tuning Machines: Chrome
Pickguard: Tortoise Shell
Electronics: Fishman MX

* Remember that every Martin guitar purchased from us here at Musicstreet is perfectly setup in our workshop prior to sale at no extra cost to the customer. By doing this we feel that you will receive the best possible playing instrument which has been thoroughly checked in every respect. If you have a specific string brand / gauge you would like any guitar from us setup with please drop us a note in with your purchase or call in store for your personal setup

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