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 Authentic Acoustic SP 80/20 Bronze Custom Light 11-52

Name: Martin Authentic Acoustic SP 80/20 Bronze Custom Light 11-52
Brand: Martin
SKU: MA175
Price: 8.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

£8.99

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2	2+	5%off	£8.55
5	5+	10%off	£8.10

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Martin Authentic Acoustic SP 80/20 Bronze Custom Light 11-52

£8.99

Designed to cope with demanding practices and schedules. Martin Authentic Acoustic SP 80/20 strings feature their highest tensile-strength core wire, and are tin-plated for enhanced corrosion resistance. These Acoustic SP strings provide players with good tuning stability as well as a true and consistent tone, throughout gigs.
Manufactured with 80% copper and 20% zinc, these acoustic guitar strings yield a bright and ringing tone. These Acoustic SP strings include gauge 1-15-23-32-42-52.