I've been playing guitar for 45 years. I have even taught. BIAB helped me take my electric guitar playing to the place I've always wanted to go. I had a lot of head knowledge, but, as you surmise, putting it into action with a rock-solid rhythm section (albeit in a box, lol) will do wonders for you.

I can't think of a better way to use your education budget. IMO I'd get the UltraPlus Pak and an applicable bit of guitar software. (See Other Software on the home page.)

Welcome to a great community. I know others will chime in here, so you'll get a lot of perspective, and there will be plenty of help and advice from the friendliest forum I've found once you get started.

Richard

"My primary musical instrument is the personal computer."