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 - Gibson Custom Shop ES Les Paul Florentine Grape Sparkle

USED - Gibson Custom Shop ES Les Paul Florentine Grape Sparkle

Name: USED - Gibson Custom Shop ES Les Paul Florentine Grape Sparkle
Brand: Gibson
SKU: ESLPG-SPKL
Price: 2699.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

SOLD OUT

Lovely condition, 2014 Model, home use only, no signs of fretwear.. setup and sounds great

Limited Run Les Paul Florentine Grape Sparkle Features:

Custom Grape Sparkle Finish
Maple Top
Mahogany Body and Neck
Rounded Neck Profile
Richlite Fingerboard
12" Fingerboard Radius
Pearl Block Inlays
24.75" Scale Length
1 11/16" Nut Width
Multi-Ply Binding on Top and Back
2 Custom Wound Custom Buckers Pickups
2 Volume, 2 Tone Controls
3-Way Selector Switch
Gold Hardware
Tune-o-Matic Bridge
Stopbar Tailpiece
Grover Kidney Tuners

Includes:

Gibson Hard Shell Case
Certificate of Authenticity

USED - Gibson Custom Shop ES Les Paul Florentine Grape Sparkle

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