[Ballard]

Well, the holidays are coming up and after playing on my acoustic for close to 8 months, I'm quite anxious to expand my range and learn more. I've been hoping to get an electric and a good amp, but I want to get some advice from everyone here first, seeing as I probably know the least about electrics and amps of anyone here.


Amps:
I've been doing some research and the VOX Valvetronix series has really appealed to me. The 50W or 100W models are versatile, come with a variety of modeling effects built-in, can produce (as I witnessed at my local Guitar Center) an amazing sound when toned down as well as when pushed to the limit, and are quite nice looking as well. I definitely want this amp, but if anyone can do me one better and suggest a different one, please do.

Guitars:
So far, the Schecter and Telecaster have been at the top of my list (but not neccesarily in that order). The Schecter C-1 series is beautiful and I had the chance to play it at a friend's house recently. It sounded great paired with the VOX amp. The Tele is time-tested and almost everyone admits that it's a fantastic guitar- but is it right for me?

Also, while window-shopping for Teles and Shecter C-1s, I've realised that each guitar has a wide variety of models, each different from the next. Fender especially has so many different types of Telecasters that I'm overwhelmed. So far, I've liked the Fender Custom Telecaster FMT, the Fender Deluxe Nashville Power Telecaster, and the Classic Schecter C-1

I'm looking, as with the amp, for a versatile range of sounds. I want to play jazz, classic rock, alternative, punk, and (some) metal and sound great doing it, all one on guitar. I don't understand the inner workings of guitars, or know which variables affect it's sound. I only know what I want, but have no clue what I need.

I'd greatly appreciate any suggestions. What combo will allow me to play all of the above in style?

Happy Holidays!

Eugene

[Ballard]

Sorry for the double post but I can't edit my post (time limit on that).

After a lot more window shopping, I've gotten rid of a few choices, and added on a few. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Epiphone Les Paul Custom ~ $600
Fender Deluxe Nashville Power Telecaster (Fender deluxe gig bag included) ~ $670
Gibson Faded SG Special (Gibson gig bag included) ~ $580
Schecter C-1 Classic ~ $700

I've thought about it, and I've realized that the VOX Valvetronix AD50VT 50W is better for my purpose and more worth the price than the 100W model.

[737blues]

I was going to make my usual suggestion and say have a look at a Variax 700 until I saw the price .... $1400 .. ouch! Nice guitar but still over priced IMHO.

As for the rest .... Yes, all of them. It's only money after all.

[Ballard]

Woah! Those are so cool... modelling guitars..

But I don't think I can spend that much.

[Stratrat]

Since you're looking at modeling amps, you might want to take a peek at the Roland Cube 60 also. They get pretty good reviews here and elsewhere amongst those who own them, and the price is the same as the VOX.

That Schecter you linked to is a beautiful axe! String-through mahogany body should mean sustain for daaaaaaays, and that quilted maple top is just.....<wipes drool off chin>. Any of the guitars you listed will sound good playing most of what you want, but I think the Tele would fall short of the others when it comes to playing metal.

[Ballard]

Originally Posted by Stratrat

Since you're looking at modeling amps, you might want to take a peek at the Roland Cube 60 also. They get pretty good reviews here and elsewhere amongst those who own them, and the price is the same as the VOX.

That Schecter you linked to is a beautiful axe! String-through mahogany body should mean sustain for daaaaaaays, and that quilted maple top is just.....<wipes drool off chin>. Any of the guitars you listed will sound good playing most of what you want, but I think the Tele would fall short of the others when it comes to playing metal.

I will. Someone's recommended it before, so it's definitely worth a look.

Yeah, she's amazing. The transparent blue finish is just..

I'm not into metal at all, really. I just want a guitar that can handle any type of music if and when the situation comes up.

[allthumbs]

They are all good. Play them all at a well stocked guitar store and pick the one that talks to you.