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.

Fender Japanese Traditional II 51 Nocaster Butterscotch Blonde

Fender Japanese Traditional II 51 Nocaster Butterscotch Blonde

Name: Fender Japanese Traditional II 51 Nocaster Butterscotch Blonde
Brand: Fender
SKU: 5405202350
Price: 1299.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

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The Made in Japan Traditional series was created by fusing Fender's traditional instrument-making DNA with sophisticated Japanese craftsmanship.

The Made in Japan Traditional '51 Nocaster® features a gloss finish Ash body, a classic Butterscotch Blonde finish and black pickguard. Custom Shop '51 Nocaster Tele® pickups deliver a sound true to their heritage with all the twang and shimmer of the original Nocaster® guitar.

A 7.25” radius fretboard, "U" shaped maple neck and 21 narrow tall frets provide vintage playability and feel. Vintage style tuners and a vintage-style String-Through-Body bridge with 3 brass saddles further compliment this instrument’s traditional feel and tone.

Neck

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fingerboard Material: Maple

Position Inlays: Black Dot

Number of Frets: 21

String Nut: Bone

Nut Width: 1.615" (41.02 mm)

Nut Material: Bone

Body

Body: Ash

Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Body Shape: Telecaster®

Body Material: Ash

Hardware

Bridge

3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele® with Brass Barrel Saddles

Control Knobs: Knurled Dome

Hardware Finish: Chrome

Tuning Machines: Vintage Style

Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)

Electronics

Pickup Configuration: SS

Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

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