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.

USED - Fender '62 Reissue Stratocaster Sunburst

USED - Fender '62 Reissue Stratocaster Sunburst

Name: USED - Fender '62 Reissue Stratocaster Sunburst
Brand: Fender
SKU: 62RISTRATSB
Price: 899.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

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Excellent condition, few minor marks to the body, no fretwear.
Comfort-contoured Alder body
“C” shaped Maple neck with nitro finish (25.5“ scale length)
Rosewood fretboard with 21 vintage-style frets (7.25” radius)
Three American Vintage ‘62 Strat single-coil pickups (w/aged white covers)
Master volume and two tone controls (modified 2nd tone brings in neck pickup in bridge position)
5 -way pickup switch
American Vintage Synchronized Tremolo w/“Ash Tray” bridge cover
Fender/Gotoh vintage-style tuners
Chrome hardware
3-ply Mint Green pickguard

USED - Fender '62 Reissue Stratocaster Sunburst

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