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.

Jim Dunlop 228 Brass/Chrome Guitar Slide

Name: Jim Dunlop 228 Brass/Chrome Guitar Slide
Brand: Dunlop
SKU: 228
Price: 19.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

£19.99

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Jim Dunlop 228 Brass/Chrome Guitar Slide

£19.99

Have it both ways - the brightness of a chrome surface with the mass and sustain of a brass slide. Works well with higher string action setups (acoustic or electric)
This heavy-duty slide has the nice, weighty feel of a brass slide, while its high-quality chromeplating dishes out tons of bright tone. Perfect for heavy, toneful electric guitar work.
Features:
Heavy-duty slide
Perfect for electric guitar
Bright tone of a chrome slide
Comfortable weight of a brass slide
19 x 25 x 65
Heavy wall (4 mm), 51mm length and 19mm inside diameter

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