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A Premium Guitar represents the absolute pinnacle of modern guitar craftsmanship and is the dream of countless guitarists of all styles. The finest tonewoods, high-quality components, and the highest standards of craftsmanship come together in these truly unique instruments, which leave no musician's wish unfulfilled and offer numerous options and features that are often unavailable in lower price ranges.
A Custom Shop Guitar offers numerous additional options that go beyond what is available in a manufacturer's regular lineup. These instruments are usually made on a build-to-order basis, meaning the player can select the desired components and have their custom dream guitar tailored by experienced luthiers. The unique aspect of this approach is that the player receives a truly one-of-a-kind instrument tailored to their needs, without having to make any compromises in the features of their electric guitar.
Premium guitars are perfect for guitarists who have the highest expectations for their instrument and want to play a high-quality electric guitar on stage, in the rehearsal room, or at home that makes no compromises in sound or appearance. This segment is not only for professional guitarists: collectors, hobby musicians, and six-string enthusiasts of all kinds also benefit from the unique qualities of a high-end premium guitar.
In the premium segment, there are numerous manufacturers known for representing the highest standards of craftsmanship in instrument making. Among the classics, the American manufacturer Fender stands out, employing a diverse team of Masterbuilders at its Custom Shop division in Corona, California, offering a wide range of options from Teambuilt to Masterbuilt to Custom Order designs. Likewise, Gibson operates a highly popular custom segment in Nashville, Tennessee, offering numerous iterations of iconic models that follow the traditional design specifications of the most popular years with remarkable detail.
Another particularly important manufacturer is the guitar maker Paul Reed Smith from Stevensville, Maryland, known for its unparalleled quality standards. Through its S2 series, USA Core lineup, and the highly coveted Private Stock segment, PRS offers absolute premium woods from its Wood Library and the finest components made in-house.
But metalheads will also find exactly what they need in the premium segment for more aggressive sounds. Ibanez demonstrates the high standards of Japanese guitar craftsmanship with its j.custom lineup, while ESP impresses with its high-quality E-II series, and the Jackson USA Signature Series follows the classic tradition of Southern California's custom superstrats of the 1980s.
If you want to design your own custom shop guitar, you can usually fill out a so-called Custom Order Form with most providers and either choose from a selection of existing options or submit specific requests in writing. Of course, our knowledgeable colleagues at the MUSIC STORE Custom Shop are always available to assist you every step of the way through the custom order process, making it as easy as possible to achieve your personal dream instrument.
For more information, advice, and relevant documents, please contact us by phone at +49 (0)221 88 84 - 1510 or by email at gitarre@musicstore.de.
